Zitong Wang
Brand Identity, Generative Design, Publication, Installation Design, Web Design
2. EaseUp
VUI Design, Generative Design, Visual Identity
3. Reunion: ài + AI
Installation Design, Web Design
4. HerVoice
UI Design, Visual Identity
©2024 Zitong Wang
Reunion: ài + AI
Installation design, Web design
The final setup for the tabletop.A user starts working on the online platform and uploads her own dish.After entering her prompts and story, the user drags on the screen to upload her dish to the tabletop.After successful uploading, the user taps on the dish that she just uploaded to view her story.The user experiences tapping on a dish to read other people's memories.After tapping on the dish, the memory story is presented in a musical format.The user browses through other dishes.The user is reading the story behind a dis
About
“ài” means love in Chinese, which is a simple word, but difficult. This is an immersive installation that harnesses the power of AI to create a transformative experience for parents and children, allowing them to express their profound love. This installation aims to bridge the emotional gap between generations, leveraging the advancements in AI technology to convey and enhance the unspeakable love shared by families in East Asia.
Turning intangible love into an entity.
Background
Through my observations and personal experiences, I have noticed the difficulty in openly expressing love and affection in East Asian families. Actions rather than words are often used to convey love, such as asking if one has eaten or showing care through small actions. However, I have sensed a longing for more direct and open communication, transcending cultural norms. Motivated by this, I am designing an immersive installation to bridge the emotional gap between generations.
Keywords
The communication style of East Asian parents and children:
Eating Culture in China
User Research
I conducted a questionnaire to investigate communication challenges and methods of expressing love between parents and children in East Asia. The survey sample consisted primarily of participants from China, with a majority being female.
Among the respondents, 63.33% expressed that they found it somewhat challenging to openly express love and affection. This difficulty can be attributed to several factors, including:
In the questionnaire, the responses from participants regarding how children express love and affection to their parents compared to how parents express love and affection to their children indicate that communication in these cases tends to be mostly reserved and indirect.
User Persona
Design Inspiration
Parts of the design inspiration for this installation was drawn from the movie “Eat Drink Man Woman.” Inspired by the film's portrayal of the profound connection between family, love, and food.
Design Flow
Web Design
Experience Space
In creating the installation, I utilized tools like projection, MindMapper, and Touch OSC to bring the envisioned scene to life. The installation consists of two primary components: an online platform for dish uploads and a table display where these dishes are showcased. What sets this installation apart is its interactive nature, allowing the audience to engage with and contribute to the overall experience.