Digitally complemented zoomorphism: a theoretical foundation for human-animal interaction design

Authors:
Michelle Westerlaken;Stefano Gualeni
Affiliations:
NHTV University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands;NHTV University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands
Venue:
Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Designing Pleasurable Products and Interfaces
Year:
2013

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Abstract

From an interspecies perspective, we advocate for a theoretical foundation aimed at facilitating further research towards digitally mediated human-animal interaction. The proposed framework follows an approach we call 'digitally complemented zoomorphism' and recognizes 'play' as a free and voluntary activity that is shared by both animals and humans. As a result, three initial design guidelines will emerge. Our work is pursued in order to provide animals with stimulations which stem from a closer understanding of their perceptions and are not solely designed around human subjectivity.