London architect Suzanne Brewer has created a prototype wheelchair with only two wheels and a saddle seat that takes the user from seated to standing in one fluid movement.
Called Walking Wheelchair, the vehicle allows its occupant to engage with their surroundings at the height of an able-bodied person, which is beneficial both on a social and logistical level.
"So many situations involve standing, whether it's giving a presentation at work, getting served at a bar or walking down the aisle," said Brewer, who developed the design together with her son Jarvis. "That's not to mention practical situations such as reaching a shelf in a supermarket or using a kitchen. We noticed how often people in wheelchairs can get lost in a crowd and thought how wonderful it would be if they could have an eye-level conversation."
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