Doodling Device Controllers

DrawIt by Marc Exposito Makes the Internet of Things Artistic

DrawIt by Marc Exposito is one way in which the Internet of Things could evolve. A final thesis project in La Salle Campus Barcelona's Seamless Interaction Group, it explores a solution to alleviating the mental load when using such smart and connected devices. Relying on an intuitive approach, this system encourages people to draw in order to control such tech.

The basic premise of DrawIt by Marc Exposito in his own words? "Drawing is a natural way to express ourselves as human beings." Representing IoT devices through simple shapes, when a user draws on top of it, he or she essentially commands it to do something. For instance, by drawing a triangle and then coloring it in, you could turn on an LED light and then shift the mood lighting to purple.

Intuitive Control
Using drawing as a natural and intuitive way to interact with IoT devices, reducing the mental load for users.
Artistic Iot
Exploring the fusion of technology and art by integrating drawing as a control mechanism for IoT devices.
Simplifying Interaction
Streamlining the user experience of IoT devices by introducing a more intuitive and creative means of control.

Sectors Adopting This

Smart Home
Applying the concept of drawing-based control to smart home devices, creating a more user-friendly and artistic environment.
Iot Wearables
Incorporating drawing as a control method for wearable IoT devices, enhancing user experience and personalization.
Interactive Toys
Utilizing drawing as a control interface for interactive toys, enabling children to engage with technology through artistic expression.
SCORE
0.6 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 4%
Activity 5%
Freshness 8%

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