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# Project Description Afkari Kowthar Shimirty Summary Final work I am an Iraqi-British product designer with a passion for creating meaningful, impactful ideas that blend innovation and purpose. I strive to design products and spaces that resonate with both functionality and emotion, creating solutions that are not only effective but also thoughtful and culturally aware. I am an Iraqi-British product designer with a passion for creating meaningful, impactful ideas th... College Central Saint Martins Course BA (Hons) Product and Industrial Design Graduation year 2025 As part of my final design project, I created a therapeutic conversation-based block game designed specifically for orphans in Iraq. This interactive tool encourages emotional expression, storytelling, and connection through play. Inspired by child-centred therapy principles and cultural heritage, the game helps children navigate trauma while fostering resilience and confidence. This project was developed in collaboration with Al-Ayn Social Care Foundation , whose incredible work and access to the Hikayati building and orphaned children provided crucial insight and real-world grounding. My visits to Al-Ayn’s facilities in Iraq, including Dar Al-Zahra Charitable School , allowed me to observe, engage, and co-create with the children themselves, ensuring the design was meaningful, contextually sensitive, and impactful. Grateful for their guidance and partnership, this project would not have been possible without their trust and support. Final work Research and process Share this project As part of my final design project, I created a therapeutic conversation-based block game designed specifically for orphans in Iraq. This interactive tool encourages emotional expression, storytelling, and connection through play. Inspired by child-centred therapy principles a... A link to this page has been added to your clipboard Browse related work Futures Community Health & Wellbeing Materiality Social Justice Realities Craft & Process Identity Race Histories Play
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