Lefun: A Playful and Functional Toy Storage Solution

A Creative and Tidy Companion for Kids

Empowering kids to be creative and organized

Keeping a child's room tidy can be a challenging task, but designers Daniel Ortega and Maria Baldo have come up with an innovative solution that combines playfulness and functionality. Their creation, Lefun, is a modular toy storage module that not only helps children keep their toys organized but also encourages their creativity and independence.

Lefun is designed to fit seamlessly into a child's room, offering multiple functions in one compact piece of furniture. Shaped like an adorable elephant, Lefun can be easily moved around on wheels, making it a playful companion for kids as they tidy up their space. The module can be stacked to create various combinations, serving as a bedside table, a chest of drawers, a toy box, or even a ladder.

What sets Lefun apart is its ability to transform a tedious task into an enjoyable experience. By incorporating elements of play into the process of tidying up, Lefun motivates children to take control of their own space and develop good habits. It becomes more than just a storage solution; it becomes a friend that kids can rely on.

Made from laminated poplar wood, Lefun is not only durable but also environmentally friendly. Its interior is painted with eco and water-based paint, ensuring the safety of children. The front piece of the module is covered with a smooth felt layer, adding a tactile element to the design. The textile trunk is easy to handle, allowing kids to interact with Lefun effortlessly.

With dimensions of 400mm in width, 410mm in depth, and 450mm in height, Lefun is designed to be user-friendly. It is distributed in pieces and can be easily assembled by the user, reducing packaging size and waste. The designers, Daniel Ortega and Maria Baldo, have paid attention to every detail to create a product that is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

Lefun was developed in Valencia, Spain, in 2015 and has since gained recognition for its unique design. It was exhibited at the Habitat Valencia Fair in September 2015 and received the Iron A' Design Award in 2018. This prestigious award recognizes Lefun as a well-designed, practical, and innovative creation that meets professional and industrial requirements.

By combining creativity, functionality, and playfulness, Lefun offers a unique solution to the challenge of keeping a child's room tidy. It empowers kids to take ownership of their space while fostering their creativity and good habits. With Lefun, tidying up becomes an enjoyable activity, and children can have fun while keeping everything in its place.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Daniel Ortega
Image Credits: Menut, 2016
Project Team Members: Daniel Ortega Maria Baldó
Project Name: Lefun
Project Client: Daniel Ortega


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