Positive Design for Social and Relational Flourishing
We investigate how design can nurture social bonds, belonging, trust, and collective empowerment, especially in moments of vulnerability. Our projects aim to create low-barrier, culturally sensitive, and multisensory technologies that strengthen interpersonal connection across contexts like healthcare, bereavement, or family life.
Core Methods: Participatory design, tangible computing, health equity, intercorporeality, empathy-driven design
Example Projects
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Enhancing Clinical Consultations with Interactive Displays
Project Summary Clinician-patient communication is a cornerstone of effective healthcare. However, traditional screen setups can hinder shared decision-making, reduce engagement, and limit patient understanding. This …
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The MemoryCache: Supporting Bereavement Through Tangible Storytelling
Project Summary Grief is a deeply personal experience, often intensified by social isolation and the loss of rituals that help us mourn. The MemoryCache, developed …
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W.A.S.H.
Project Summary This research addresses critical gaps in female sanitation and hygiene education among adolescent girls in Mozambique. Despite efforts in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene …
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MUZE: Multisensory Music Sharing for Emotional Wellbeing and Connection
Project Summary MUZE is a multisensory music creation and sharing device designed to reduce loneliness and support emotional regulation in young adults. Developed during a …