New #CHI2026 paper: “How are Vibrotactile Experiences Visually Represented? A Taxonomy of Illustration Characteristics”
We analyzed hundreds of images from research articles to uncover how vibrotactile experiences are visually represented and synthesized their features into a comprehensive taxonomy.
preprint: https://hal.science/hal-05488387/
This work received a Best Paper Award at #CHI2026
Tiny objects with presence — and this one begs to be rolled between fingers.
A diamond token for people who appreciate small things done right. 💠✨
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#ObjectAesthetics #SmallDelights #ToyCollectors #TabletopArtifacts #CuteObjects #TactileDesign #PocketTreasures #etsy #etsyshop #3dprint #3dprinting #tabletopgaming #boardgames
🎤 First clip from my “Return to the Sorbonne” talk!
Even remotely, it was a privilege to share ideas with Parisian designers and scholars. In this segment, I explore why tactile methods remain vital in a digital world — a core principle of my UX Now framework.
#UXNow #DesignInnovation #Sorbonne #TactileDesign #RemoteSpeaking
Designers: When was the last time you sketched instead of clicked?
Tactile UX isn’t nostalgia—it’s strategy.
Here’s what I’ve been exploring: https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/0725-whitepaper-uniquewaysofprototypinganduxnow-pdf/281380428
Over 1,100 people have now read the UX Now white paper.
The ideas started in classrooms. Then became keynotes. Now, a downloadable field guide.
Tomorrow, I talk more about this journey on the UX Growth podcast.
150+ views in a few days — thanks for watching and sharing.
Full conversation here → https://youtu.be/1WcXHhvMhls?si=6kO3hIZsZ3w9Z31F
#BraveUX #UXNow #TactileDesign
🗳️ “Tactility is how we trust.”
In this Brave UX moment, we explored how touch builds confidence — from election ballots to product design.
It’s not nostalgia. It’s credibility.
🎧 Watch the full conversation → https://youtu.be/1WcXHhvMhls
💬 “This one felt different.”
130+ views in just a few days.
In this Brave UX episode with Brendan Jarvis, we covered TED, Sorbonne, and why tactility still matters in a digital world.
Grateful for the support so far.
🎧 Watch → https://youtu.be/1WcXHhvMhls
#BraveUX #UXNow #TactileDesign #DesignLeadership #CreativeProcess
Triple digits. Grateful to see this episode gaining traction.
Full Brave UX conversation with Brendan Jarvis → https://youtu.be/1WcXHhvMhls
Feeling really grateful for the kind responses to my Brave UX episode.
Huge thanks to @brendan Jarvis for the thoughtful conversation — it’s rare to have space to connect on design, tactility, and story in this way.
From VanArts students to old friends in the design world, the support has meant a lot.
🎧 Haven’t heard it yet? Watch or listen here → https://youtu.be/1WcXHhvMhls?si=Nt-YE2YoLnEMko2m
Embossing: Elevate Your Branding with a Luxurious Touch in Dubai
In Dubai's cutthroat corporate environment, where exclusivity and elegance are key components of successful branding, embossing has emerged as a popular method for producing upscale, eye-catching materials.
https://creativeroots.ae/foil-stamping-embossing-uae/
#Embossing #LuxuryBranding #CreativeRootsUAE #DubaiPrinting #PremiumPackaging #TactileDesign #ElegantBranding
making dreams come true with CNC. #TactileSculpture #TactileArt #TactileDesign #braille #cnc #CncRouter #OpenSourceHardware #OpenBuilds #OpenBuildsWorkbee #OpenSource #GRBL #Arduino #woodworking #UFO #FlyingSaucer #IWantToBelieve
