"Design a working prototype that explores the boundaries between the physical and digital for shape-changing displays. In the framework of designing for interactions, the focus lies on human-product interaction - or the way people understand, use, and experience digital products and situations. Translate an inspiring interaction scenario into a tangible content-specific display with integrated on-screen projection. The main focus is creating engaging and rich interactions involved with using the product."
Master 1
Group project with Léa Syenave and Anastasia Vandoorne-Feys
CONCEPT
EXPLORATION
‘Mio’ gives the opportunity to consciously deal with loss. When using the product, the grieving person can request a moment with a loved one. Grieving is a very personal process that Mio tries to guide in a meaningful way.
‘Mio’ is a word that is derived from Japanese; it means beautiful and cherished. This refers to the meaning of our product, by using Mio we cherish those who have passed away and reminisce about the beautiful moments together.
We quickly began to explore forms and corresponding projections. The idea of a spinning top intrigued us quite early in the process and we explored this further. Alternative materials, such as textiles, were also considered and included in these initial explorations.
