Julien Breunig
Phillip Mudavanhu
Eva Hornecker
ABSTRACT
Moving to another country to study can be daunting and is connected to practical and emotional challenges. Here we present the results of an exploratory study on how smart textiles could be used to support international students in student housing to feel at home. We undertook seven situated interviews. Based on three key findings - the importance of social connections, cultural elements (food and carpets) and the limited duration of stay – the concept of a modular carpet with different interactive elements was developed. The carpet offers a social space, where students can spend time with friends. Its modularity allows personalization to the available space and room layout. With a proof of concept prototype we aim to open up a design space for tangible (textile) interventions.
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