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Up&Up
Dental picks
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Credit: Target Oral Care Team / Nicolas Cyr (ID)
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March, 2024
Between teethInterdental brushes
Up&Up Kid’s Flosser
Credit: Target Oral Care Team / Nicolas Cyr (ID) / Rooz Mousavi (ID). Product Ownership: Target.
Up&Up Flosser
Up&Up Deep Clean Manual Toothbrush
Up&Up Gum Care Manual Toothbrush
NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH Ionic
BOTTLE Brush &
DISH BRUSH
Premium stainless-steel handles and a magnetic pedestal allow the Ionic Brushes to be mounted on the sink for ease of use, care, and elegance. Durable, streamlined, stainless steel handles are magnetized to stand upright and last a lifetime with replaceable brush heads.
Credit: Munchkin PD Team.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
June 2023
NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH
Play Action Kid’s toothbrush is a new battery-powered toothbrush with light-up technology by Firefly brand (owned by Perrigo).It has interactive adventures that your child can unlock by brushing daily! When brushing becomes a game, not only are children more excited to brush, but they also brush longer and more thoroughly.The smart 2-minute brushing timer includes 30-second zone reminders by Sonic the Hedgehog himself.CLICK HERE TO BUYCredit: Perrigo Oral Care R&D and YETI (Josh and Ward) for the UX and software programing.
March 2023
Baby Bloom™ Mobile
Most babies don’t start to see color until they’re around four months old, but they can distinguish contrasting patterns early on. Give them the perfect focal point with the Baby Bloom™ Mobile, designed for Munchkin Swing! The Baby Bloom™ Mobile's center mirror and high contrast colors encourage developing eyes to practice focus and movement. Meet little ones exactly where they are with a modern mix of patterns and stripes they can actually see!
Credit: Munchkin PD Team. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
January 2023
Deep Sea Fishin’ Bath Toy
Educational fishing bath toy set for toddlers and young kids. A lightweight toy boat with round edges was designed to float and able to be disassembled easily to clean inside. A small fishing rod features a magnetic bobber to catch magnetic fish. ”Your bathtub becomes the ocean and you are the captain of your own journey.”
August 2022
WildLove Koala Natural Wooden Teether
Born to be wild. Especially when they teethe!
Multi-textured teething toy designed to relieve, entertain, and soothe. Made of 100% natural beechwood and food-grade silicone. Cute koala design with two smooth wooden rings. Fun for babies to hold, rattle and chew. BPA free. 3+ months.
Credit: Munchkin PD Team. Special Thanks to Jon May.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
March 2022
Sili Twisty Bendable Multi-Texture Teether Toy
Multi-textured teething toy designed to relieve painful or itchy gums. Made of 100% natural beechwood and food-grade silicone. The bendable, twistable design facilitates learning through play & helps develop motor and cognitive skills. Multiple textures comfort teething babies from every angle and side. Fun to hold, twist, shake, rattle, and chew! BPA free. 3+ months.
360° Cloud™ High Chair’s swiveling feature allows for easy feeding and interaction with your little one.
A Product Development and Improvement work in which I had the pleasure of being involved in the process.
January 2022
Swing is a digital cradle for infants which rocks side-to-side to emulate parents’ natural swaying motion. A Product Development and Improvement work in which I had the pleasure of being involved in the process.
98° Digital Bottle Warmer This smart bottle warmer heats each bottle to body temperature.A Product Development and Improvement work in which I had the pleasure of being involved in the process.CLICK HERE TO BUY
2021 National Parenting Product Awards
59S Mini Portable UV-C Sterilizer+ received a NAPPA Award (National Parenting Product Award)CLICK HERE FOR MORE
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand DesignCredit: Munchkin PD Team, 59S, and Engineer Team. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
August 2021
The Milkmakers® Antimicrobial 5-in-1 Cover keeps baby nestled in a bubble of protection whenever you breastfeed in public. Made of soft and breathable fabric that’s tough on germs, it’s the first baby cover infused with silver-ion technology that prevents germs from growing on the fabric. With full coverage for breastfeeding mamas and stretchy fabric, this is not your average nursing cover. It'll be your favorite everyday-travel companion -also use it as a carseat cover, high chair cover, shopping cart protector, and stylish infinity scarf. Whether you drape it to nurse more comfortably or snap it right onto the baby carrier, one thing’s for sure—this extra protective cover multitasks almost as much as you do.
June 2021
59S Mini Portable UV-C Sterilizer+ is a second-generation Mini Sterilizer from the Munchkin brand. It comes in with a 1000 mAh built-in rechargeable battery with 4 gold plated UVC LEDs which eliminates 99%+ of bacteria & viruses from pacifiers and bottle nipples in 59 seconds using UV-C light.
April 2021
Guest critic
Invited to Art Center Product Design classes taught by Mia Ferrera Wiesenthal and gave feedback on each student's projects from an in-house designer’s perspective.
ART CENTER
Professor Mia Ferrera Wiesenthal
Internship Portfolio Class: April 22, 2021 Product 1: April 23, 2021
iF Design award 2021
NightLight Baby In-Sight Mirror has received a prestigious IF Design Award 2021. CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Night Light™ Baby In-Sight® Pivot Car Mirror
Remote-activated baby car mirror with glare-free LED night light for viewing baby at night. Rotates and pivots to capture the perfect viewing angle and makes re-adjusting the mirror ever so easy. 4 Light settings to illuminate, soothe or entertain: 30-second Safety Check, 30-minute Extended Night Light, Color Selection, and Color Spectrum (alternating colors). Crash-tested and shatter-resistant.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design. Credit: PD Team of 3 other members.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
January 2021
Sili-Soothe & Teethe™ Silicone Pacifier & Teether
Teething babies gnaw on everything they can get their hands on — including their beloved pacifiers. Sili-Soothe & Teethe works as both pacifier and teether, which help to soothe sore gums with their uniquely ridged surface.
(Made of durable, 100% food-grade silicone. 3 months+)
*Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc. Credit: PD Team of 3 other members.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
Wild Love Koala Pacifier is a lightweight one-piece pacifier designed to provide soothing comfort. By purchasing a WildLove Koala Pacifier, you are supporting Munchkin in making a donation to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW).
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design. Credit: Munchkin PD Team. Special Thanks to Jon May.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
ida DESIGN AWARDS 2020
59s Portable Mini Sterilizer has won two IDA Design Awards within the Children’s Product categories.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design.Credit: Munchkin PD Team, 59S, and Engineer Team. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
January 27, 2021
59S Nursery Sterilizer kills up to 99% of bacteria & viruses with UV-C LED technology.CLICK HERE TO BUY
June 2020
Brica® By-My-Side™ Toddler Safety Harness Backpack
Keep your child close by while out-and-about with the Brica By-My-Side Safety Harness Backpack by Munchkin. Perfect for trips to amusement parks, sporting events or anywhere you need added security (and peace of mind), this kid friendly backpack and harness is perfect for toddlers 18 months and up. The main storage compartment is great for your child's favorite toys and snacks, while the expandable front pocket is perfect for easy access to their sippy cup or toy. The convenient side pocket has a reflective strip for added nighttime visibility. The stretchy, shock-absorbing tether is comfortable for your child and can be removed for years of backpack-only use.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design. Credit: Fangyi Gao, ID Intern & Safari Sunday.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
May 2020
59S Mini Sterilizer Portable UV Sanitizer kills 99%+ of bacteria & viruses from pacifiers and bottle nipples in 59 seconds using UV-C light.
In January 2019, I had an opportunity to visit CES (Consumer Electronic Shows) in Las Vegas for product design research. While walking down the sea of convention booths, I and my colleague ran into a UV-C technology product company called, 59S which manufactures and sells UV-C LED sterilizer products in China. We were both intrigued by their technology and products, we decided to share it with the team at Munchkin as a potential business partner. Within the next few days, the CEO of Munchkin and the CEO of 59S met and discussed a business partnership.
My task was to redevelop, re-brand and manage product development milestones as a Sr. Product Designer / Product Developer for the Munchkin brand. The most challenging part of this project was going through multiple product changes to receive every global Compliance requirements that include a 99% Germ (bacteria and virus) Kill Rate.
During the task, I was also stunned by how many similar UV-C sterilizer products in the market are dysfunctional, and most of them didn’t even have required lab certifications. What has been rewarding for me was the team at Munchkin didn’t cut any corners in delivering these products, and the company has invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in proper virus Lab testing and certifications to ensure customers can benefit from using the devices.
March 2020
Gentle™ Transition Sippy Cup - 10 Ounce
Graduating from bottle to sippy cup is an exciting first step toward drinking independence, but it can be confusing for little ones, too. When it’s time to leave the bottle behind, this spill-proof trainer makes for a perfect first sippy cup. CLICK HERE TO BUY
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc. March 2020
Munchkin’s new Glow in the Dark Cup was designed back in 2017-2018, and finally, these cups are available for kids’ nightstands.
Unlike usual projects that come out of the Marketing department or Executive order, product designers were given the freedom to come up with fresh ideas that can help to generate 1 to 2 million dollars of revenue for the company.
10 to 15 minutes of exposure to ambient lighting will make the cup glow in the dark for up to 30 minutes.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
December 2019
Munchkin’s My Miracle Insulated Cups are now released. The cups can keep the cold liquid in their temperature for hours while it can be personalized with stickers, photos, and kids’ own drawings.
good design award chicago athenaeum
Car Seat Buckle Magnets received The Good Design Award Chicago Athenaeum 2019.
Founded in Chicago in 1950, GOOD DESIGN remains the oldest and the world’s most recognized program for design excellence worldwide. This year, the Museum received a record number of submissions from the world’s leading manufacturers and industrial and graphic design firms representing the most important and critical mass of influential corporations in the design industry from over 47 countries. Good Design represents the world’s critical mass of the design and manufacturing industry representing the best consumer design ranging from the ‘spoon to the city’ for sustainability, superior design, and unparalleled function.
All awards are posted on the Museum’s websites.
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**Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design.Credit: Munchkin PD Team. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
german design award 2020
Car Seat Buckle Magnets and Transition Cup each received prestigious German Design Award 2020.
Credit: Munchkin PD Team. The predecessor product model of Transition Cup was designed by Nairi Gharibian. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc. November 2019
Super Scoop™
Bath Toy OrganizerHas your little one turned your bath tub into a toy box? You'll love how simple it is to keep your bathroom clutter-free with the Super Scoop Bath Toy Organizer from Munchkin. The wide mouth and handle allows for easy toy scooping after bath time, and the hook hangs securely on the bathroom wall to drain and dry, providing convenient bath toy storage, too. Just unhook the scooper from the wall and glide it across the water for quick, convenient cleanup. With plenty of room to pack in all those dolls, boats and rubber duckies, you'll no longer be tripping over your little squirt's toys, and bath time will be more fun for everyone. A secure mounting disc is included to help attach the Super Scoop to your tub or shower if the walls have an uneven or slightly textured surface.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc. September 2019
The Best Sippy Cups of 2019 by forbes.com
The Best Sippy Cups Of 2019: Help Your Baby Say Bye-Bye To The Bottle: Munchkin Gentle Transition Trainer Cup
“This cup looks like something out of the Star Trek, but the design is meant to help some of the youngest children say goodbye to the bottle. (According to the brand, a four-month-old could use this cup.) The soft spout is super flexible to be able to move as the baby drinks, and the soft handles provide a secure grip. A nipple is also able to attach to it to help even more with the transition.” by Jordi Lippe-McGraw
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design.Credit: Munchkin PD Team. The predecessor product model was designed by Nairi Gharibian. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
August 27, 2019
LA DESIGN FESTIVAL 2019
TALK: Designing for the Small x Simon Kang with Munchkin
The LA Design Festival honors our city’s rich design culture and celebrates our status as a global design capital. Our definition of design is purposely broad to ensure that our festival is reflective of LA’s diversity and talent. The Festival is the only citywide festival of its kind, featuring events throughout LA. From architecture and interiors to graphic, industrial, fashion, set, costume, and experiential design, the LA Design Festival showcases the best of the local design scene as well as some exciting national and international voices
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Location: ROW DTLA 777 Alameda Street Los Angeles, CA 90021
A’DESIGN AWARD 2019
Gentle transition cup received A’Design Award Silver, and Shine Stainless Steel Drying Rack received A’Design Award Bronze. Grateful to be a part of the Munchkin product design team.
Credit: Munchkin PD Team. The predecessor product model was designed by Nairi Gharibian. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc. May 1, 2019
POLISH™ STAINLESS STEEL TODDLER FORK, KNIFE AND SPOON SET
This sleek metallic flatware is the first of its kind for kids and helps toddlers transition to self-feeding with style and ease. They’ll feel like grown-ups at the dinner table with stainless steel forks, spoons and knives designed with their safety and size in mind.
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*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand DesignCredit: Munchkin PD Team.Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
March 2019
product featured
Baby Boom magazine &
Magic Maman Collection magazine
IDA AWARD 2019
SILVER and HONORABLE MENTIONS
Brica Car Seat Magnet Buckle Clips won this year’s IDA SILVER Award.
Smile N Scoop Training Plate and Splash Toddler Fork, Knife, and Spoon Set received IDA Honorable Mentions.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design.Credit: Munchkin PD Team. The yellow spoon was designed by Nairi Gharibian. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
EXTEND™ FAUCET EXTENDERS HELP LITTLE HANDS TO REACH WATER.
*Photo credit: Munchkin Brand Design. Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
January 2019
SPLASH FORK KNIFE SPOON SET & GENTLE TRANSITION CUPCLICK HERE TO BUY
November 2018
INTERVIEW
IDEAL HOME AND GARDEN, INDIA
October 10, 2018
IDEA Bronze AWARD
Car Seat Buckle Magnet Clips received a prestigious IDEA Award given by IDSA (International Design Society of America). CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, inc.
June 2018
IDA DESIGN AWARD
SILVER AWARD IN CHILDREN’S CATEGORY
Munchkin’s Stainless Steel Bottle Drying Rack has received an IDA Silver Award this year.CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Product Design Ownership by Munchkin, Inc.
May 2018
GOLD AWARD IN CHILDREN’S CATEGORY
Munchkin’s Stainless Steel Bottle Brush was my first project given at the company, it has received an IDA Gold Award this year. CLICK HERE TO BUY