It’s cool when game technology combines with museum design because the interface feels like art instead of a tool. It’s more than just a good-looking aesthetic because it’s also about looking into the creation of curated, immersive, and emotionally deep social worlds. It’s like an “interactive exhibit” instead of a “menu.” A specific game’s power lies in its movement, story, and play, while the power of gallery design lies in the introduction of intention, timing, and tone. Both can turn the tiniest interface into a fun experience. Continue reading Designing Interfaces That Feel Like Interactive Exhibits→
In the ever-evolving world of sports, athletes constantly seek ways to improve their performance and stay at the top of their game. From cutting-edge equipment to innovative training aids, the market is brimming with products designed to meet the unique needs of sports players. In this article, we’ll explore six products that are gaining popularity among athletes across various sports disciplines. Continue reading 6 Products Gaining Popularity Among Athletes→
Japanese artist Haroshi has returned to the Jonathan LeVine Gallery for a new exhibit called Virtual Reality, the second solo show of his skateboard deck sculptures at the gallery in two years.
Nipper, a Counterstrike map-hacker, has devised an incredibly detailed reproduction of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. According to sci-fi author Cory Doctorow over at Boing Boing Dot Net “Nipper’s packed a jaw-dropping amount of detail into the map, even down to various behind-the-scenes sections, and has creatively improved some of the slacker moments in the ride, such as a set of Eschereqsue staircases to one side of the otherwise boring stair-climb. The only thing that could make this better would be modeling ALL the backstage areas, so you could tear through the break rooms and maintenance areas with your giant guns, hunting your fellow players.” I spent a lot of time at Disneyland as a kid and I can testify that this looks just like the real thing. Scary!
