Interactive Room Separators

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

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.

Interactive Room Separators
Reverso by Yann Mathys demonstrates the potential for interactive room dividers that react to light and people's presence.
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.
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.

Sectors Adopting This

Furniture Design
The furniture design industry can explore the development of interactive room dividers that enhance the functionality and aesthetics of living spaces.
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.
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.
SCORE
6.0 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 91%
Activity 80%
Freshness 8%

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