The Cowacca strap is poised to change the way kids ride the subway or bus. If you’re a regular on the metro, you’ll often see little kids unsteadily grasping onto their parents’ shirt sleeves as the subway/bus trembles and wobbles under their tiny and somewhat unstable feet. I feel sorry for the kids and I feel sorry for the innocent shirt sleeves. The Cowacca strap, however, will steady little ones by acting as a transit straphanger.
Designed by Rinao Ono, the Cowacca strap is made out of natural maple and leather and designed specifically for small hands. It attaches to an adult’s belt loop to provide children with an easy reach to stability (and also gives parents some piece of mind as well).
Kiddie Straphangers
The Cowacca Strap for the Child Who Can't Quite Reach
Trend Themes
1. Kid-friendly Transit Accessories - Innovative transit accessories designed with kids in mind to promote safer and more comfortable transportation for young riders.
2. Child Safety in Transit - Revolutionary safety devices that aim to ensure children's safety during public transportation, providing peace of mind for parents and guardians.
3. Child-centered Transportation Design - Inclusive design techniques creating innovative and practical solutions for youth riders that maximize comfort and minimize risks.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Products - Companies that create products for children could incorporate Cowacca strap designs into their offerings to improve child safety during transportation.
2. Transportation - Public transportation operators could explore the incorporation of child-friendly accessories and safety devices to improve their services, specifically for young passengers.
3. Design - Designers could focus on developing ideas and products that cater to the specific needs of children in transportation, combining both safety and comfort for young riders.