The thoughtfully designed Cradle is a sustainable rocking chair created by a collaborative effort to aid people with autism and Rhythmic Movement Disorder (RMD). Developed by Richard Clarkson, Grace Emmanual, Kalivia Russel, Eamon Moore, Brodie Cambell, Jeremy Brooker and Joya Boerrigter within the Victoria University of Wellington, this cocoon-like seat is made from cold-bent plywood. Because rocking is one of the calming activities that is recommended for autistic folks, this special seat is a soothing and aesthetically pleasing addition to their homes.
Safe, comfortable and environmentally friendly, Cradle references Ikea furniture design and is conveniently flat packed, minimising packaging and transportation fuel. This rocking chair is manufactured from sustainable materials and processes, including the glue used to form the initial plywood layers and the low energy cold-bending technique that gives shape to the wood. As the designers explain, “the Cradle rocking chair is more than just a solution to a problem, it is literally a home within a home.”
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Where do i find one of these???
What would be the cost of this chair and where would one find it?
Would also be interested in more information on cost and availability in NZ. A lot of interest is being shown within the Autistic community. Thank you.
This looks very interesting,has this been trialed as a calming tool and had research completed.As a therapist working with students with Autism I would like more information on cost,safety,durability etc
Would this be available in Canada? How much? I have two autistic nephews and I can see them loving this!