Open Style Lab's 10-week research program teams designers, engineers, and occupational therapists to create functional yet stylish wearable solutions with and for people with disabilities. Our 2016 program ran from June 10-August 13th with the theme of Fashionable Technology. We start accepting new applicants in Jan/Feb of 2017.
Open Style Lab undertakes many projects, such as our flagship educational program, to create a more beautiful and inclusive world. The 2016 Summer Program produced 4 wearable solutions by 13 fellows and 4 clients. Want to find out more about the Open Style Lab Summer Program projects in 2016? Click on one of the icons below to take a look at the teams’ individual videos. Read more about our program on Fastco. Design and the Boston Globe.
Team Justin
Team Jim
Team Michael
Team Eliza (winner)
Because of more contributions and support this year, we had the opportunity to announce a winner to support them in their future endeavors. Team Eliza – Christina Glover, Uma Desai, and Elizabeth Riley (EASE) is the 2016 Open Style Lab Summer Program winner for best adaptive fashion exemplifying inclusive design. See their video trailer above:
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See their video trailer above:
