Roll Walker brings dignified ageing with assistive device - Yanko Design

"Unlike conventional walkers, Roll Walker isn't just a piece of medical equipment. Its thoughtful design allows it to serve as a chair, table, or cart, making it an everyday companion rather than an awkward necessity. UNI-UM took inspiration from the warm, inviting wooden materials commonly found in Korean homes. The result is a simple, elegant design that feels more like a piece of furniture than a clinical device."

"The social impact of Roll Walker goes far beyond its looks. By presenting the walker as a lifestyle item, UNI-UM is helping to reshape how people of all ages view ageing and mobility aids. Instead of being seen as a sign of weakness, the walker becomes a tool for living well and staying active. This subtle but important shift in perception can help reduce the stigma around using assistive devices, making it easier for seniors to embrace products that keep them safe."

"The development of Roll Walker was a collaborative effort from the very beginning. The design team conducted field interviews, organized pilot programs in local welfare centers, and sought advice from experts in elder care. This feedback informed every aspect of the product. Now, with all the groundwork completed, UNI-UM is ready to bring Roll Walker to a wider market through CAD-based mass production."

Roll Walker reimagines a walking aid as a multifunctional household item that doubles as a chair, table, and cart to encourage everyday use. In South Korea, where over 74 percent of injuries among older adults occur indoors, the design aims to reduce falls by integrating mobility assistance into familiar home environments. The device uses warm wooden materials and simple, elegant forms to resemble furniture rather than clinical equipment. The project aims to shift perceptions of ageing and mobility aids from weakness to active living. Design development included field interviews, pilot programs in welfare centers, expert elder-care consultation, and will proceed to CAD-based mass production.

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