Interwoven
Interwoven
Degree Project
2022
Long-distance relationships are a common experience and many of us know at least one couple. There are many reasons people choose this form of relationship, such as the rise in borderless dating or moving for education and work, plus the numerous lockdowns caused by the corona pandemic.
And with its benefits come just as many difficulties, such as lack of physical contact and shared time as well as dealing with time zones.
In this project, the focus has been on the latter two to offer
couples in long-distance relationships new opportunities for both actively and passively socializing at a distance.
And create a greater sense of connection even in unsynchronised situations such as when both partners are off work or awake at different times.
The result is a pair of communication devices that offer exclusive contact to their partner when the users are at home, and engage more senses than hearing through haptic feedback for increased perceived closeness and immersion.
Joel Sjödin
The support app offers additional functionality Users can view and provide status updates to their partner. If away from home or when Interwoven is without power
Interwoven eco system
Haptic modes and functionality
The distribution of motion sensors makes it possible to know when and how the wearable is worn and used
Product UI
Closeup
Variations
Interwoven is suited for any scenario at home, could be a couple cooking together remotely, enjoying each other’s presence as they walk around the kitchen. And bingewatch the next big show together. Or enjoy each others presence as they fall sleep together.
User research: long-distance couples
Quotes from user interviews
Quotes from a psychologist about separation from a romantic partner
Creative workshop with users
User testing and prototyping with mockup and haptics
