Page 60 of Design for our future selves 2001 Awards by Helen Hamlyn Research Centre - Royal College of Art

58 William Welch/ Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork Jewellery adaptable cutlery This range of adaptable cutlery is designed for people with poor grip or restricted hand movement. Its mainstream design aesthetic, however, integrates the user with their dining companions and makes it an attractive choice for people of all abilities. The oversized handle is filled with a smart material that is responsive to human touch and moulds itself to individual user needs while the head bends sideways to optimize hand/mouth coordination. A looped strap fits over the hand and slots into the suction pad at the base of the handle.

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