Warmth to the digital world

Category:
inpute device

The Bloomy was exhibited at Sol Koffler Graduate Student Gallery in March 2023

    This project explores the relationship between input devices and cyber-violence, attempting to improve users’ attitudes on the internet by providing a special input experience.

    Bloomy is a keyboard that transforms the typing experience and environment. I'm trying to reduce the irritation we feel when interacting with electronics, which in turn reduces the amount of negativity we spread on the internet.

    It uses parts from traditional mechanical keyboards but has a cone-like appearance that allows users to type in a more relaxed position. At the same time, a vase is embedded in the keyboard, giving this keyboard both decorative and air-improving features.

    I made the frame of the keyboard using Rhino, 3D printing and by hand.

It was designed based on the dimensions of existing keyboard parts, and can be fitted with standard MX switches and keycaps.

    After Bloomy, I designed Handshake, a smartphone case with integrated animatronic figures on the back. It can react to user’s word input and remind users about their tone by touching them.

    After all the prototyping, I created a video showing the user scenarios in my concept.