February 2009

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• ux

  “Siftables” with David Merrill on TED

  02.17.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Very interesting take on “naturally” gestural, interactive objects. Mini tabletop surface like interaction but with mini blocks with LCD screens.
  Simple and intuitive, but intricate enough for complex uses and interactions. Pretty sweet stuff – wouldn’t want my two year old throwing my $50 (???)  Siftable block across the room though
  I like the idea [...]

• self

  Staycation? You betcha!

  02.11.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Inspired by the Green Patriot Poster project. I whipped together this mashup over lunch…
  Credit goes to the original illustrator and designer of “Me travel? …not this summer!”
  I submitted it, but I don’t expect it to go live, since I heavily borrowed from the past poster – Mashups Free the World!

Distinct UX

1. Distinguishable to the mind or eye as unique. // 2. Presenting a clear unmistakable impression in user experience, interaction, and human centered design.

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