# Touch-Reactive VR Experiences Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-07-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presence-in-bed References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/07/05/annabelle-schneider-immersive-vr-installation-touch-reactive-fabrics/)  The divide between the real world and virtual worlds is closing rapidly but a notable gap still exists when it comes to providing truly [tactile experiences in virtual reality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voxelite)—Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider was created with intention to blur digital and physical realms. This virtual reality experience from the designer features [touch-reactive textiles and soft furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-you-can-feel) that inspire greater self-awareness in both physical and virtual spaces. Presence In Bed: An Immersive Virtual Reality Meditative Experience is rich with hand-woven temperature-reactive weavings and hand-dyed color-changing sheets, all of which inspire visitors to immerse themselves in the present moment. While the physical installation includes a bed of wall-to-wall stacked mattresses, digital elements offer a [multisensorial accompaniment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-calm) with an "intensifying sonic landscape." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Reality Tactile Experiences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop touch-reactive textiles and furnishings to bridge the gap between virtual and physical worlds. - **Phygital Integration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine physical installations with digital elements to create immersive and multisensory experiences. - **Sensory Immersion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate temperature-reactive weavings, color-changing sheets, and intensifying sonic landscapes to enhance virtual reality experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Virtual Reality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in touch-reactive technology to enhance the immersion of virtual reality platforms. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate digital elements into physical spaces to create unique and interactive interior design experiences. - **Wellness and Meditation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop immersive virtual reality experiences that promote self-awareness and mindfulness in the wellness industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactile Bare-Hands Metaverse Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emerge.md) - [Mixed-Reality Bedtime Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow.md) - [VR-Based Sensory Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-barbara-sturm.md) - [Tactile Material Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-world-sharp-edges.md) - [VR Cooking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vr-cooking-game.md) - [Responsive Companion Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trutru-haptic.md) - [Immersive Wellness Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theatre-of-digital-art.md) - [Multi-Sensory Education Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vr-education-device.md) - [Tactile VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactglove.md)