Playfulness

This toy encourages perceiving the moment through mindful movement while fostering a deeper sense of body awareness. A wall in between a synchronous performance, acting as the communicator, guiding the players through their slow cooperative movement games.

To communicate, a player’s body movement is tracked through sensors and transferred to a network of lights that both players can see. This helps them establish a connection even though a wall of fabric and woven light points separate players. To prioritize privacy and ensure a non-invasive experience, the games use ToF distance sensors instead of cameras, consciously avoiding the gamification of surveillance. This playful interaction points out the intrinsic patterns and rigid structures that dictate day-to-day life, amplified by technology. Tools that claim to connect, however, may divide. Players are invited to break free from these barriers and rediscover the joy of unrestricted movement.