Motion-guided animation
Projection adapts to movement, offering real-time feedback.
A Vessel for Flow
Veer combines a camera, projector, and speaker into an unobtrusive device that guides stretching with real-time feedback. The projector provides visual cues, while the camera tracks movement to create an intuitive and engaging experience.
Layered Sounds
Soft pulses, shimmering textures, and airy transitions indicate stretch depth and progression.
To bring Veer to life, we prototyped at all levels of fidelity to explore both interaction and expression. Early video sketches served as a canvas for layering sound, allowing us to refine how audio cues respond to movement before building physical prototypes. Using P5.js, we developed mid-fi motion tests to simulate the projected guidance system. In parallel, we crafted foam models to experiment with form, ensuring the physical device felt intuitive and unobtrusive in a stretching environment. This iterative process helped bridge digital interaction with tangible presence.
Video as an Iterative Tool
Using video sketches allowed for rapid exploration of interactions before committing to physical prototypes. This approach made it easier to refine how sound and visuals complemented movement, ensuring a more fluid and natural experience.
The Power of Sound in Interaction
Thoughtfully designed sounds significantly enhanced both effectiveness and satisfaction. Sound provided intuitive guidance, provided immersion, and created a sense of rhythm without feeling intrusive.
Balancing Multiple Dimensions
Designing across sound, animation, and physical form required careful attention to consistency. A holistic experience emerged when these elements felt interconnected rather than separate layers.
Designing for the Unhappy Path
Introduce animations and sounds for moments when a stretch is abandoned too soon or when something unexpected happens. Further testing in different environments and with different people is needed to ensure the intended experience is maintained.
Expanding Beyond Stretching
It is worth exploring how Veer’s projection-based interactions could extend beyond stretching, such as guiding bodyweight exercises.