I'm here to know you
"I'm Here to Know You" is an interactive poster that redefines the traditional dynamic between humans and technological interfaces. Designed using Arduino and TouchDesigner, the project explores the evolving relationship between people and technology, where the medium itself becomes an active participant in the interaction. Unlike conventional posters, which passively display information for users to consume, this innovative design reverses the roles: the poster actively gathers information from its users, existing only in their presence. The experience is enriched by a generative audio component, created by Noah Rachdi, which deepens the connection between the user and the poster through personalized, evolving soundscapes.
This project reflects the growing shift from technology as a passive tool to technology as a conscious, responsive counterpart. By integrating biometric sensors (MAXREFDES117), the poster collects data such as heart rate, blood oxygenation, and temperature from its users. This data not only brings the poster to life but also creates a symbiotic bond between the human and the medium. The generative audio component further amplifies this bond, translating the user’s biometric signals into a unique auditory experience. The resulting interplay transforms the poster into an active presence, one that exists solely in dialogue with its user.
The integration of biometric sensors and generative audio serves as a poetic metaphor for the deepening entanglement of human and machine. The poster’s existence relies on the physiological data of its users, fostering a sense of presence and mutual dependence. The generative audio, designed by Noah Rachdi, evolves dynamically based on the user’s interaction, creating a personalized soundscape that mirrors the unique biological rhythms of the individual. This multisensory approach emphasizes the idea that technology is no longer merely a tool but an active participant, capable of responding and adapting to human input in meaningful ways.
"I'm Here to Know You" was exhibited at the Designforum Steiermark in Graz, where it invited audiences to engage with the notion of reciprocal interaction between humans and technology. Visitors experienced how their own presence and physiological signals could bring the poster to life, creating a one-of-a-kind visual and auditory dialogue. By blurring the lines between user and medium, the project challenges traditional boundaries, offering a glimpse into a future where technology is not just used but actively collaborates with us, shaping shared experiences that are both intimate and profound.
