Presenting The Accessory Approach: A Start-up’s Journey Towards Designing An Engaging Fall ...
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Claims that an accessory approach—using wardrobe-style ethnography and jewelry-design interns—produces deeper empathic insight and active co-design for a fall detector. Methods include diaries, photos, interviews, prototyping (including 3D printing) and visits to two care homes. Outcome is a tangible magnetic brooch with 16 interchangeable fronts, shifting materials from plastic to metal/stone and increasing resident engagement and design input; the start-up reorients product work toward adornment and personalized options.
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chapters (14)
- 0:00Introduction to accessory approach
- 1:12Defining accessory design
- 2:15Startup’s fall detection prototype
- 3:20Theoretical influences on approach
- 6:17Methodology and wardrobe study
- 7:04Collaboration with jewelry interns
- 8:32What is the accessory approach
- 10:19Care home resident’s accessories
- 11:46Design process timeline analysis
- 13:39Prototyping evolution insights
- 15:25Does approach enhance engagement
- 16:29Startup’s reaction and changes
- 17:34Q&A session begins
- 19:03Personalization in design
