Rethinking Time:Futurescoping for timekeeping Devices
​In our dynamic world, the perception of time has become a pivotal element in our daily lives. This case study delves into the intricate relationship between language, physical interaction, and the construction of meaning in the context of time. The objective is to propose innovative ways of interacting with time, challenging traditional associations and fostering a positive connection.
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Project Scope
Designing and developing advanced concepts for the future of timekeeping. The approach culminated in the creation of working prototypes.The objective is to propose innovative ways of interacting with time, challenging traditional associations and fostering a positive connection.
Client
Titan Company ltd
Role
Interaction Designer
DESIGN GOALS
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Manufacturability: Using readily available components, developing a proof of concept, and aiming for production readiness in the next 1-2 years.
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Experience: “Personal Connect and Association” – Creating a tangible experience that goes beyond the traditional form of a clock while preserving the essence of timekeeping.
Value Delivered
The exploration involves examining materials, mediums, and methods to create a tangible artefact that redefines our relationship with time. Leveraging novel materials and emerging technologies aims to reshape the meaning and functionality of timekeeping devices, fostering a positive and personalised association.The span of the work involved
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RESEARCH
The project called for intensive research to understand the need and the trends in picture.The exploration involves examining materials, mediums, and methods to create a tangible artefact that redefines our relationship with time. Leveraging novel materials and emerging technologies aims to reshape the meaning and functionality of timekeeping devices, fostering a positive and personalised association
INTERACTION DESIGN
Based on intensive research products were conceptualised which foster alternative association with time based on novel way of interacting with time
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FUTURESCOPING
The Industry has undergone rapid changes across centuries and still continues to morph while still retaining the essence of timekeeping.We looked into what could be the future of timekeeping devices.
Approach
We started our project with some initial research question
Research Questions
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What are the various ways to represent time, and why are they chosen as norms?
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How is time structured around different events in our lives?
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Analog vs. Digital representation: What are our various associations with time?
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How are these associations made?
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What tools can be employed to create these meanings?
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Current trends in the market and the future of the watch market.
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What could be a more tangible way to interact with time?
Process
Every project necessitates a customized approach to achieve the desired solution and experiences. The scope of the project was wide and spanned across Futurescoping,, tangible interaction design and User Experience Design
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Precedent Study & Market Analysis
Studying the current and the past trend in the time keeping artefact space to distinguish potential area of exploratio
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Primary Research
Understanding the use and their need and aspiration,the analog vs Digital space
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Mapping Scenarios and Use cases
As a part of Initial concept development stage,we mapped out various scenarios and use cases from daily life as well as highly specific scenarios.
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Conceptualising Novel Product Interaction
Novel Product and interaction were presented as a part of the diverge sessions.Looking at the various measurable parameter of Feasibility few of them were taken ahead
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Rapid Prototyping
Quickly iterating aids to demonstrates interactivity, experience and ‘feeling’ The prototypes were in the form of 3d prints,mock up app and fully working PoC
Insights
As a part of futurescoping for the timekeeping devices landscape various domain,field,subdomain emerged.Some of them are as follow
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Productivity & health
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Calm technology
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Goal setting and focus
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Continuous health parameter monitoring
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Luxury Market
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One of the highest growing sector
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Nostalgia
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focus on personal association and heirloom quality.
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IoT Integration
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Smart homes
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Monitoring and alarm
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Material Innovation
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Exploring alternative, sustainable materials.
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Tangible Interaction
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Making time interaction multisensorial through touch and actions.
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Analog and digital reinterpretations of time through design.
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Wearables
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A growing trend, mainly focused on health and well-being.
Several designs are presented, ranging from unconventional timepieces to wearable devices promoting mindfulness and digital interfaces encouraging intentional time use. Each design offers a unique perspective on alternative time interaction.
