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Interactive Room Separators

Reverso by Yann Mathys Reacts to Light and People's Presence

— July 18, 2014 — Art & Design
Reverso may be an interactive room separator, yet at first glance it appears to be a curtain made out of mesh or even chain mail. Yet its surface can most accurately be likened to fish scales as it moves and shifts as a person passes his or her hand over it.

Created by industrial designer Yann Mathys, the interactive room separator reacts to more than just people. He says, “The frame was cut and stretched to be able to manipulate the scales with hand or squeegee. Scales react differently to light depending on their position.” Futuristic and organic, the interactive room separator rethinks this traditional furniture piece. It brings a new dimension to rooms as well in a way that is practical and sculptural.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Room Separators - Reverso by Yann Mathys demonstrates the potential for interactive room dividers that react to light and people's presence.
2. Futuristic Furniture Design - The use of innovative materials and technology, as seen in Reverso, opens up opportunities for creating futuristic furniture pieces that are both practical and sculptural.
3. Integration of Technology in Home Decor - The incorporation of interactive features, such as light-reactive surfaces, into home decor items like room dividers, presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the industry.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - The furniture design industry can explore the development of interactive room dividers that enhance the functionality and aesthetics of living spaces.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate interactive room separators like Reverso to redefine the layout and ambiance of rooms, offering unique and personalized experiences to users.
3. Smart Home Technology - The advancement of interactive room separators showcases the potential for integrating smart home technology into everyday decor, creating a more connected and immersive living environment.
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