Portable Floor Sitter
About this project
The product has an adjustable wooden frame with hinges and modular parts that can be tailored to the user while still being easy to set up and use. It’s relatively lightweight but durable enough for outdoor use and the tripod leg design allows it to be placed on slightly uneven surfaces like dirt, sand, or grass.
This product was developed by ADA, the Adaptive Design Association.
The challenge
Project Story
The Portable Floor Sitter is an outcome of development by ADA, the Adaptive Design Agency.
The product is a portable device to aid in independent sitting close to floor level.
Who it helps
The Portable Floor Sitter is designed for children aged 2-4 who need a portable device to aid in independent sitting close to floor level.
How it works
Who
Why
Existing adaptive seats are often much larger/heavier and aren’t designed with portability in mind.
What
The product is an adjustable wooden frame with hinges and modular parts that can be tailored to the user while still being easy to set up and use. It’s relatively lightweight but durable enough for outdoor use and the tripod leg design allows it to be placed on slightly uneven surfaces like dirt, sand, or grass.
How
This product will provide a supportive seating surface with armrests and belts to aid in independent sitting. Its legs can be folded and stowed when traveling.
Tools Needed
0.25” drill bit
#1 drill bit (.228”)
Drill
Hex tool
Orbital sander
CNC mill or jigsaw
Ruler
Pencil
Sandpaper
Bill of Materials
Please see detailed BOM and printing models in the downloadable product file.
Estimated Time to Make
2 hours of machine time
3 hours of assembly time
Project details
- Stage: Prototype
- Built by the Adaptive Design Association community, New York, New York, United States of America
- Team: ADA
- Category: Daily Living
- Made with: CNC machining (wood), Workshop tools (DIY & hobby tools)
- 8 downloads
The build files for Portable Floor Sitter are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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