At Monaghan Medical, product design is about solving real problems for people who rely on respiratory devices every day. That’s why we’re proud to share that the AEROCHAMBER2GO® VHC, our portable valved holding chamber, has received a 2025 Good Design Award.
Presented by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design, the Good Design Awards recognize products that demonstrate meaningful innovation through thoughtful design. The AEROCHAMBER2GO® VHC was recognized for its purposeful design of what an inhaler support device can look like and how it fits into everyday life.
Designed for Everyday Life
For many people who use inhalers, managing respiratory health conditions like asthma and COPD often happens outside the doctor’s office. It’s a part of daily life that occurs at work, school, and on the go. Traditional valved holding chambers often work well functionally, but may be left at home due to their size and appearance. The AEROCHAMBER2GO® VHC was created to address those challenges directly.
Right from the beginning, the goal was for the device to function well and not to resemble a typical medical product. Its compact shape and modern appearance make it easy to carry and use in everyday settings. The objective was simple: make it easier for people to carry their inhaler with them without feeling self-conscious or drawing unwanted attention.
This design philosophy was a key reason the product was recognized by the Good Design Awards jury, which highlighted how a more consumer friendly style can improve treatment adherence.
One Device, Fewer Barriers
The AEROCHAMBER2GO® VHC combines a valved holding chamber with a protective inhaler case in a single integrated device. This approach reduces the need to carry multiple accessories while keeping inhaler support readily available when it is needed.
It’s designed to support proper inhaler technique when used according to the instructions for use. The protective outer case helps shield the inhaler from everyday wear and tear, while keeping everything together in one compact form.
Throughout development, feedback from inhaler users helped guide decisions around size, function and everyday practicality. The result is a device designed to support real world use rather than occasional use.
A Device Designed Around the Realities of Asthma and COPD
For people living with asthma and COPD, symptom management does not stop when they leave a clinical setting. Asthma is often unpredictable, and inhaler access can matter just as much or more during daily activities as it does at home or in a healthcare environment.
Valved holding chambers are commonly recommended to support proper inhaler technique. Yet many traditional designs may be left at home due to their size and appearance. Over time, that gap between clinical guidance and real-world use can create practical barriers.
The AEROCHAMBER2GO® VHC was designed with these realities in mind. By intentionally moving away from the look and feel of a traditional medical device, the chamber aims to fit more naturally into daily routines, supporting access to inhaler therapy when symptoms arise outside the home. This design reflects Monaghan Medical’s broader approach to respiratory care and aligns with how people can manage respiratory conditions in everyday life, not just how devices are used in clinical environments.
A Meaningful Recognition
The Good Design Award recognizes excellence in product design and innovation. For Monaghan Medical, this recognition affirms the importance of thoughtful design in reducing barriers and improving everyday usability for people who rely on respiratory devices.
We are proud of what the AEROCHAMBER2GO® VHC represents and of the role design can play in supporting respiratory care beyond the clinic.
Regulatory and Disclosure Statements
The Good Design Award recognizes excellence in product design and innovation and does not evaluate or endorse clinical performance or medical efficacy.
References to usability and accessibility describe product design intent and user centered considerations and do not imply clinical outcomes or guarantees of use.
This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Patients should follow instructions for use and consult a healthcare professional regarding inhaler technique and treatment decisions.
