Chicago, Illinois, USA
Pickagram redefines the classic puzzle experience, transforming the ancient Tangram into the world’s first magnetised 3D art puzzle.
Inspired by over 200 years of Tangram’s rich educational legacy, Pickagram breathes new life into a beloved pastime.
The Magnetized 3D Art Puzzle by Pickagram, won a 2025 Good Design Award from The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design, and Urban Studies.
It’s not just a puzzle; it’s a bridge between generations, designed to spark face-to-face interaction and meaningful conversation in a world yearning for genuine connection.
Pickagram embodies the spirit of the Tangram while embracing a modern aesthetic. Its iconic shape and proportions are meticulously crafted, drawing inspiration from the geometry of the golden ratio.
This thoughtful design elevates Pickagram beyond a simple toy, placing creativity, exploration, and problem-solving directly into the hands of every user.
As a STEM-accredited product, Pickagram serves as an exceptional learning tool, making the discovery of geometry and spatial thinking both accessible and engaging for younger audiences.
Pickagram is designed for all ages and genders, offering a captivating mental exploration for everyone.
Display your unique creations on your desk as a subtle conversation starter, use it as a healthy distraction, or simply fidget with it to unwind when feeling overwhelmed.
Each Pickagram set consists of seven meticulously engineered shapes that click together effortlessly into an infinite variety of forms.
This seamless interaction is made possible by the precise placement of 58 high-quality N42 neodymium magnets within each piece.
These powerful magnets are built to last, retaining over 98% of their magnetic force for 50 years.
Developed over three years in Chicago, Illinois, Pickagram is a testament to thoughtful design and robust production. Only the best materials are chosen: premium ABS plastic for vibrant, naturally saturated colours, and strong earth Neodymium (Nd-Fe-B) magnets for unparalleled magnetic force.
Every detail, from the material selection to the strategic magnet placement, has been considered to ensure a product that is not only beautiful but also incredibly durable and versatile.
In a world often fixated on singular solutions and predetermined outcomes, Pickagram stands as a refreshing counterpoint.
It’s not a problem to be solved, nor a fidget toy with a limited purpose; instead, Pickagram is a tool to create new worlds.
There’s no wrong way to use it; simply place it in anyone’s hands, and watch as creation blossoms. Where one person might envision an animal, another might conjure a majestic building or an evocative abstract sculpture.
This inherent open-endedness is central to the Pickagram philosophy. It reminds us that in some shape or form, we are all connected and related, fundamentally no different from one another.
Through the universal language of play, Pickagram fosters empathy, allowing diverse perspectives to intertwine and build something new together.
By encouraging fluid thinking and collaborative creation, Pickagram inspires a future where we can collectively make a better world.
Designers: Gilryong Song and Minjae Kim, Pickagram llc
Manufacturer: Pickagram llc
