Connected resources

A novel approach in designing technologies for older people

Abstract (2018)

Authors

I. Nicenboim Human Information Communication Design - IDE
Masako Kitazaki Student
Tomo Kihara Student
Ana Torralba Marin Eindhoven University of Technology
M.C. Havranek Design Conceptualization and Communication - IDE
Research Group
Human Information Communication Design (IDE) (TU Delft)
Internet of Things Research through design Resourcefulness Gerontechnology
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Published Date

2018

Language

English

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Faculty

Industrial Design Engineering

Department

Human-Centered Design

Research Group

Human Information Communication Design

Abstract

In this paper, we describe three interactive prototypes of connected objects conceived as resources. Our aim with these prototypes is to demonstrate a new approach in designing connected technologies for elderly. This approach moves away from the stereotype of older people as frail and passive and addresses them as resourceful individuals. After presenting the design process and the prototypes, we discuss how to shift from the design of scripted products to the design of resources. This entails conceiving tools that can be used in various ways to support elderly’s existing competences of resourcefulness in activities they value.