Information that responds to inquiry is engaging.

It acknowledges the user’s presence in addition to offering them instruction and data.

this touch-sensitive interface turns public property into a community kiosk.

Present relevant data (in real-time) to encourage participation.

lighted sleeves can be slipped over bus stop poles change color to show when the bus will arrive.

the light (and arrival information) also offer additional security at night.

Allow users to claim personal-space while participating in the community.

small bus stop signs can be replaced by adding sculptural objects that encourage physical interaction.

Make users aware of invisible opportunities.

kiosks need not be monolithic. this sculptural arc shows where technology is available by leaping up from underground.

Make users aware of invisible opportunities.

in addition to the ubiquitous screen, technology hubs can also offer plug-in options for cell phones or student id cards.

The proper infrastructure allows for multiple uses.

modular sidewalks address changing technologies, allow for diverse activities, and offer opportunities for temporary public art projects.

Allowing the early adopters to leave tracks and acknowledge their presence will encourage participation.

simple RFID devices, cell phones, or active student id cards can emit a signal when a user is near a receiver.

Allowing the early adopters to leave tracks and acknowledge their presence will encourage participation.

in this example the user’s ‘tag’ follows them on a public façade.

Allowing the early adopters to leave tracks and acknowledge their presence will encourage participation.

when two users interact, their tags will modify each other to create a visible record of a personal event.

Replace or augment strictly functional objects (benches, signage, safety structures) with content. This creates density, and density defines ‘place’.

these characters spend time on the city streets as well as the internet.

The digital surface on the façade belongs to the community. Allow users to share ideas and make art.

digital graffiti can record activities taking place in a building and also map recent pedestrian traffic.

The digital surface on the façade belongs to the community. Allow users to share ideas and make art.

if you see a friend’s tag appear ring them up and meet for a coffee at your favorite shop on the corner.

A temporary veneer added to the infrastructure allows for constant change.

students typically promote activities by posting signs on the sidewalks.

A temporary veneer added to the infrastructure allows for constant change.

when this student found out that a university professor was developing a plastic that would quickly degrade a collaborative idea to produce temporary stickers was conceived.

Scientists at SUNY ESF are using bacteria to convert wood residues producedby the paper industry to PHA plastics.

the corridor can become a testing ground for collaboration and experimentation afforded by the university structure.

A temporary veneer added to the infrastructure allows for constant change.

A temporary veneer added to the infrastructure allows for constant change.

these tests create interest for both residents and visitors.

These plastics degrade in about a week when exposed to bacteria and fungi foundIn soil and water (sunlight also helps).