Towards the Design of Playful Water Experiences using Interactive Technology
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Abstract
The pleasant nature of water and the associated physical and mental health benefits of being in or interacting with water have captivated the interest of human-computer interaction (HCI) researchers - WaterHCI. However, prior WaterHCI work has advanced instrumental contexts, such as improving swimming performance. Consequently, our understanding of the design and use of systems that support interacting with technology in water in more playful contexts is still underdeveloped. This poses the opportunity to advance the design of playful water experiences using interactive technology. This research employs a somaesthetic design method and evaluations of case studies. I design, study, and analyse the user experience of interactive systems, employing extended realities, biosensors and tactile devices, in water. The result will be a framework to guide the future design of playful water experiences that aim to foster the physical and mental benefits of being playful around water.
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