QuietCart started with a simple idea.
Accessibility should be designed around the way people actually shop.
Shopping is something many people take for granted. But for people with sensory sensitivities, an ordinary trip to the store can become overwhelming.
Most accessibility solutions focus on physical access. Sensory accessibility is often overlooked.
QuietCart was created to bring sensory and visual support directly into the shopping experience, without requiring families or retailers to completely change the way they shop.
We believe accessibility should be practical, portable, and designed around real people.
Sai Kanchanam
“Hey there! I’m Sai and I’m a senior at Rock Hill High School. I’ve been building this prototype for a year now and to think about what I’ve accomplished over these years is truly astonishing. Unlike many families today, families with individuals who have neurological disorders suffer at even the most basic tasks, and we often don’t realize that struggle they go through. Hence, I built this prototype to address the root cause of those issues.”
Built by listening first.
50+
families interviewed
QuietCart was shaped by conversations with families about the real challenges they experience while shopping.
3
physical prototypes built and tested
Different materials, layouts, and sensory supports were explored through hands-on prototyping.
Shopping should be for everyone.
Small changes can make everyday experiences feel more manageable.