Directory Study

This is my new study, a work in progress. I needed to learn some actionscript 3 and do a basic implementation of how to make a directory (in this case based on the sign immediately after the elevator on the third floor of the RCVA) more interactive. Right now you can access Design Center and then About and Directions sections. I plan to further explore the use of more visuals (motion, video, colors) and even sound in the future. Feedback welcome.

Directory Study

Please note, this would ideally be a touchscreen.

Thesis Topic

I agree with Rob and think posting our topics would be helpful. My topic is "Enhanced Communication Experiences." Here is what I wrote in my proposal:

Observations
Often times communication can be static and uninteresting. Whether it be information about an exhibit or as simple as a calendar of events in a lobby, there is the opportunity to design it in a more compelling and captivating way. I’ve seen this done with motion, interactivity, and/or sound.

Thesis
I intend to prove that enhancing a communication experience with a dynamic element such as motion, interactivity, or sound can improve its ability to convey its message more effectively.

I encourage everyone else to post their topic, possibly even their proposal as well.

Evolving My Thesis

After talking with Bruce today I'm redefining my thesis a little bit. I found myself getting stuck on signage too much and not focusing enough on the enhanced part that got me started on the whole thing. So while signage may be useful information, it is limiting. Therefore, I'm evolving my thesis past signage into more enhanced communication / experience. This opens me back up to explore a lot more of the motion, interactivity and other aspects that I was originally interested in to begin with.

Check out this sweet video on some of the work Lisa Strausfeld of Pentagram did for the Detroit Institute of Art.