Sentient House: Designing for Discourse
Robert Collins

TL;DR
This paper explores participatory design methods to involve the public in critically examining pervasive home technology, aiming to foster transparency and societal engagement in technological development.
Contribution
It introduces a framework using Interaction Design approaches to enhance public participation in critical design discussions about home technology.
Findings
Public is receptive to active involvement in designing digital futures.
Designers can reveal hidden consequences of technology.
Participatory approaches foster critical debate on pervasive tech.
Abstract
The Sentient House project is an investigation into approaches that the artistdesigner can take to better involve the public in developing a critical perspective on pervasive technology in the home and the surrounding environment. Using Interaction Design approaches including workshops, surveys, rapidprototyping and critical thinking, this thesis suggests a framework for developing a more participatory atmosphere for Critical Design. As the world becomes more connected, and smarter, citizens concerns are being sidelined in favour of rapid progress and solutionism. Many of these initiatives are backed by government and commercial concerns who may not have the publics best interest at heart. The designs and approaches generated from this public participation seek to provide an outlet for a more agonistic debate and to develop tools and approaches to engage the public in questioning and…
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TopicsArchitecture, Design, and Social History · Architecture and Cultural Influences
