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I/O
2024




      
“Mindfulness meditation is a way to stay grounded in the present moment, helping employees manage stress and increase their well-being, which ultimately enhances productivity and job satisfaction."  

- Jon Kabat-Zinn (MBSR)


Overview
I/O is a digital-physical UX project designed for employees in tech companies and co-working spaces. The system provides personalized visual-audio meditation experiences to help users recharge their energy during the workday, adapting to their emotional state and daily workload.



An experiential space for 
recharging energies
Interactive call to employees
Visual meditations

The Challenge

Employee Fatigue and Energy
Imbalance at Work


Tech employees and co-working professionals experience intense workloads, leading to burnout, reduced creativity, and increased stress. The challenge was to develop a seamless and effective recharging experience that enhances well-being without disrupting work productivity.

Project Goals
  • Create a personalized meditation experience that integrates sound and visual elements.Utilize data-driven insights to tailor experiences based on the user’s workday.Develop a smart digital interface for effortless energy management.





    • The Solution
    We developed an interactive system housed within a geodesic dome, merging technology, science, and meditation. The system analyzes user data to deliver a tailored energy-recharging experience, offering three 
    unique modes:


  • Uplifting Energy


    Expanding and contracting visuals with an increasing rhythm

    Relaxation & Calm

     
  • Smooth movements, flowing water patterns, and soft animations

    Creativity & Motivation


  • Structured geometric patterns that dynamically rearrange, mimicking idea generation


    Key Components

    Personalized Data Collection


    The system adapts based on user behavior, including commute times, number of meetings, email volume, and self-reported mood

    Seamless Integration of Sound & Visuals


    Animated geometric particle formations synchronize with customized audio frequencies

    Interactive and Simple-to-Use Experience


    Users receive personalized recommendations through an app and enter the charging space accordingly






    • Process & Development

    1. User Research

    • Conducted interviews with tech employees to identify common energy fatigue triggers.
    • Analyzed workspaces to understand how people take breaks and recharge.
    • Studied the effects of visuals and sound on focus and relaxation.


    2. UX Design & Experience Mapping

    • Designed User Journeys based on energy levels and work behaviors.
    • Created onboarding flows to personalize the experience using real-time data.
    • Developed wireframes and prototypes simulating the interaction with the system.


    3. UI Design & Visual Language Development

    • Designed dynamic animations integrated with movement and natural rhythms.
    • Used geometric fractals and fluid simulations for an immersive meditative effect.
    • Developed a color-coded system matching different energy states.


    4. Usability Testing & Optimization

    • Conducted user testing in tech offices to evaluate the effectiveness of the experience.
    • Gathered feedback to optimize animations, sound synchronization, and data-driven personalization.


    Personalize Your Experience: Login Interface and Custom Adjustments
       


    Results & Impact

    86%

    of users reported feeling more relaxed and focused after using the system.

    70%

     of employees said the meditation experience enhanced their concentration and creativity.



    Key Takeaways
    The I/O project proves that combining digital experiences with physical spaces can transform how employees manage their energy levels at work. The solution provides a new model for personalized meditation experiences, integrating technology, design, and interactive UX.







    Next Steps

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    Expand implementation into additional co-working spaces and tech companies.

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    Enhance AI-based personalization using real-time emotion detection and machine learning.

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    Develop a home-friendly version for private meditation sessions.


    Technologies & Tools Used

    UX Research & Prototyping


    Notion
    Miro
    Figma


    UI Design &
    Visuals motion


    Figma
    Illustrator
    P5.JS
    Suno AI

    Development Technologies & Personalize data


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    HTML/CSS 
    JavaScript