Reach: dynamic textile patterns for communication and social expression

In the research project `Reach', we investigate the potential for new forms of communication and expression to be incorporated dynamically and interactively into the things to be worn everyday. Through a series of iterative prototypes, we have explored both dynamic textile materials and the interactive behaviours of clothing and accessories, which change pattern through direct physical interaction as well as through sensing context. We have developed a series of working prototypes, where dynamic textile patterns are incorporated into wearable items to reflect and make visible social and contextual behaviours, such as person-to-person communication, proximity and local weather conditions. Ultimately, we aim to develop a new dynamic language of wearable expression integrating aesthetics, pattern and computation into everyday artifacts with increased personal and cultural meaning. Author Keywords Smart Textiles, Interaction Design, Ubiquitous Computing, Ambient displays, Wearable Co...

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2005
• Where: CHI
• Authors: Margot Jacobs, Linda Worbin
• Keywords: CHI 2005, Dynamic Textile Materials, Dynamic Textile Patterns, Human Computer Interaction, Wearable Expression