GHOST: exploring the subtleties 'of' and 'interaction with' shape-changing interfaces

  • Authors:
  • Matthijs Kwak

  • Affiliations:
  • Eindhoven University of Technology, AZ, Eindhoven, the Netherlands

  • Venue:
  • Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Tangible, Embedded and Embodied Interaction
  • Year:
  • 2014

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Abstract

This research explores how to design for the aesthetics of interaction with shape-changing interfaces from a phenomenological point of view. Using shape-change as both in- and output we want to explore it as a new layer of communication between (systems) of intelligent products and people. We envision that shape-change allows for a continuous action-perception loop in which for instance just noticeable differences can transform people's behavior and feelings. The research continuously works towards opening up the design opportunities of shape-change for expert designers and students. To this end we adopt a research through design approach that is supported with user studies to evaluate emergent interaction phenomena and patterns. The research will deliver a means to communicate about shape-change between designers, industry and end-users and create tools that allow for a high-level design of shape-change.