Problem
Existing IV stands are stressful for children in hospitals.
Idea sketch
Tangle stand is inspired by a book called 'The Giving Tree' and is divided into three parts: the base, stem, and branch.
Bases & Storage
There are stand bases of 5 different type and
Tangle storage containing various pole units.
Tangle storage containing various pole units.
Process of making
Children can choose pole units of various shapes and colors from Tangle storage. And they customize their own stands through a playful process of inserting and removing various components.
This process and the curved and colorful design of Tangle stand improve children's experience of medical treatment.
Also, when not in use, the units can easily be stored, which is advantageous for space utilization in crowded hospitals.