Adaptive Design Hudson Valley

11/04/2025

The Tube Crush Challenge!
At our Grand Opening Party, guests got hands-on with a challenge that put cardboard’s strength to the test!
We assembled 25 paper tubes — representing the corrugation inside cardboard — and invited everyone to guess how much weight it would take to crush them. Each scoop of quarters added weight to the bucket… until, at last, the tubes gave way. If you’d like to guess, lock your answer in now before you keep reading.
A huge thank-you to everyone who donated, guessed, and cheered us on — and congratulations to our closest guesser, who took home a brand new ADHV T-shirt!
The final weight? 154 pounds!
That’s just over $3,000 in quarters! Thank you to Executive Director Greg Dette, who pledged to donate the full bucket if our fundraising matched the amount, we just barely did!

11/03/2025

We recently had an inspiring day at Adaptive Design Hudson Valley hosting staff from Bard College’s Nursery School & Children’s Center!
Together we explored accessible design, got hands-on with cardboard, and dove deep into the importance of positioning and inclusion in the classroom.
Their program’s philosophy is rooted in progressive, play-based learning, respect for every child’s abilities, and meaningful hands-on experience which aligns beautifully with our own values.
During the session, Bard staff identified adaptive tools like slant boards and custom seat inserts for their classrooms and even built some right here on the spot! These tools highlight how cardboard-based design can be affordable, accessible and powerful.
If your team or school is interested in hosting a professional development day at ADHV, we’d love to talk with you — send us a message and let’s get creative!

10/27/2025

10/22/2025

🎉 You’re invited! 🎉
Join us for the Grand Opening of Adaptive Design Hudson Valley!
We’re celebrating with an Ulster County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting at 11:00 AM, followed by an afternoon reception starting at 4:00 PM inside our shop.
Come enjoy food, drinks, good company, and a 5:00 PM address from our founders as we celebrate creativity, community, and accessibility in action.
All are welcome — we’d love to see you there! To help us plan for food and drinks, please RSVP by sending us a quick DM 💬
📍 32 Cedar St, Kingston, NY
🚗 Street parking available nearby
♿️ Accessibility note: We are actively working toward full wheelchair access — please call or email to check current accessibility status.

10/20/2025

🎟️ Try your luck! 🎟️
Here to announce that we’ll be hosting a fundraising raffle at our Grand Opening Celebration! Thanks to the generosity of our supporters and local businesses — including Yum Yum Noodle Bar, Samuel’s Sweet Shop, Hudson River Kitchenware, and more — we’ve got some incredible prizes lined up!
There’s still time to get involved! If you or your local business would like to contribute a prize or gift card, we’d love to include you. Your support helps us continue to build creative and inclusive solutions right here in the Hudson Valley.
📅 Grand Opening: October 24
📍 Adaptive Design Hudson Valley, Kingston NY
DM us or email info@adaptivedesignhv.org to participate!

10/13/2025

🎉 You’re invited! 🎉
Join us for the Grand Opening of Adaptive Design Hudson Valley!
We’re celebrating with an Ulster County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting at 11:00 AM, followed by an afternoon reception starting at 4:00 PM inside our shop.
Come enjoy food, drinks, good company, and a 5:00 PM address from our founders as we celebrate creativity, community, and accessibility in action.
All are welcome — we’d love to see you there! To help us plan for food and drinks, please RSVP by sending us a quick DM!

📍 32 Cedar St, Kingston, NY
🚗 Street parking available nearby
♿️ Accessibility note: We cannot guarantee wheelchair access at this time, please reach out to us for more information.

10/09/2025

A heartfelt thank you to Beth Heady for volunteering her time and talent to beautifully paint one of our demo devices here at ADHV.
This stander was originally designed for Linda Loffredo near the end of her life — to help her spend time standing upright and supported, which was so beneficial for her health and spirit. Linda was a longtime supporter of Adaptive Design, and Beth’s artwork now honors her legacy in the most touching way.
Each detail tells part of Linda’s story — her love of Greece and Italy, her appreciation for nature, and her meaningful work at the World Trade Center. This piece is now both a tribute and a reminder of the heart behind what we do.
Thank you, Beth, for your time, creativity, and generosity — and for giving our shop a work of art that celebrates life, love, and purpose.

10/07/2025

We recently had the chance to collaborate with our friends at The D.R.A.W. for their Steamroller Print Fest, part of Art Walk Kingston!
To make sure everyone could join in the fun, we designed and built a scaled-down “steamroller” — made entirely from cardboard, of course! The D.R.A.W. team carved a custom print that attached to the roller, turning it into a fully functional tabletop press. Visitors got to ink, roll, and print their own designs — hands-on, accessible creativity at its finest!
We’re always excited to collaborate with organizations like The D.R.A.W., who share our passion for community, creativity, and learning through making.
If you haven’t already, check out The D.R.A.W.’s incredible programming, workshops, and exhibitions — they’re doing amazing work right here in Kingston.
Photo Credit: Maxine Leu

10/01/2025

More from the Grant D. Morse Elementary School delivery! Pictured here is a privacy screen, which helps reduce distractions so students can stay focused and feel more comfortable in busy learning environments. We also created an easel for an AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) device, making it easier for students to use their device with confidence. By positioning the device at an angle, the easel improves posture, reduces strain, and creates a more natural way to communicate. At ADHV, every design is built with a blend of cardboard, creativity, and collaboration—helping to create environments where all students can thrive.

09/30/2025

We’re happy to share that we just delivered a custom set of rockers to Grant D. Morse Elementary! These rockers were built to specific heights to match the students’ needs — and they come with a brand-new design upgrade: stackable storage to save precious classroom space.

Why rocking perches? The gentle motion stimulates the vestibular system, helps regulate the nervous system, and supports focus and calm. Rocking seating allows movement in place, which can help students stay present and engaged even in a seated setting. 

At ADHV, we’re always improving — these stackable rockers are just one example of how we push our designs to better serve classrooms and individuals.