Throughout the exhibition, both our own observations and audience feedback revealed several areas for improvement — offering valuable guidance for future iterations of the project.

1. Interaction Design

• The microphone required users to blow air at a very specific angle and intensity in order to trigger the visuals. This made the interaction feel unintuitive or difficult for some.

• Low sensitivity and limited number of microphones reduced accessibility and responsiveness.

• Some participants suggested considering other ways of sensing breath — such as body movement, pulse, or temperature — by using more diverse sensors.

• The 5-second inhale duration was considered too long by several users. A 4:6 breathing rhythm (inhale for 4 seconds, exhale for 6) was proposed as a more natural and meditative alternative.

2. Sound Design

• The sound of blowing air was described as storm-like and slightly harsh. Visitors recommended exploring softer or more ambient alternatives to avoid overwhelming the calm atmosphere.

• Suggestions were made to add layered audio effects to enrich the sonic environment.

• Adding surround sound or echo effects through multiple speakers was also proposed, to create a more immersive spatial experience.

3. Visuals 

• • Visual richness: The visual changes were not dynamic enough and became repetitive over time. They suggested adding more variation, layering, or complexity to keep the experience engaging throughout.

  • Visual consistency: Some feedback pointed out a lack of coherence between the physical installation and the digital visuals. Jules suggested importing photographs of our sculpture into TouchDesigner and transforming them into abstract visuals. This could help bridge the gap between physical and digital elements, creating a more unified visual language — similar to the method used in 77 Million Paintings.

Time & Dates  | 8:30AM-12:30PM, April 4, 2025

Members | Process Group & Philly

Location | Alison House Atrium

8:30am

On the day of our exhibition, we arrived at the venue at 8:30am to begin setting up. We borrowed some cushions and low tables from Alison House and arranged the space according to our pre-designed layout. To make the area more inviting and comfortable, we added two extra cushions and set up additional screens for visitors to relax and enjoy the work.

Our installation was carefully placed in position, accompanied by the handmade flower sculpture, glowing orb lights, and LED strips to enhance the atmosphere. Ashley brought her projector light, which helped create a warm, immersive vibe. Meanwhile, other team members prepared printed materials, including postcards, flyers, and a step-by-step interaction guide, which we displayed at the entrance.

9:00am

At 9:00am, Philly arrived with microphones and lighting equipment. With his help, we started the technical setup and testing. There were some initial issues with audio connections and device compatibility, but Philly was quick to assist and troubleshoot. We then followed our planned schedule: testing audio and visual responsiveness.

During this process, we encountered a few problems — the microphone sensitivity was too low, which affected both the sound and the visuals in TouchDesigner. Ashley and Philly worked together to adjust the audio settings, while Hefan carefully fine-tuned the visuals to match our original intention.

10:30am

At the same time, Yixuan was documenting the whole process, taking behind-the-scenes footage and detail shots of the space and installation. Around 10:30am, a small group of meditation enthusiasts arrived for testing. We guided them through the experience and conducted some short interviews to collect feedback.

11:00am

By 11:00am, more and more visitors began to enter the space. Jules arrived as well, and he spent some time engaging deeply with our installation. He gave us valuable feedback — including actionable suggestions like improving the surround sound. Ashley and Philly began working on that right away.

11:30am

At 11:30am, the exhibition officially started. Everything ran smoothly, and many visitors interacted with the installation just as we had hoped. However, we also noticed a few unexpected issues and took the chance to interview some willing participants. The event wrapped up around 1:00pm.

Apr 4, 2025

Overview: Today’s meeting is divided into three parts. First, we go over the project logic once again. Then, we check in on individual progress. Finally, we attempt to connect TD with Max.

During our reassessment of the project framework, Can pointed out that our work lacks sufficient research to support the creative process. To address this issue, we plan to conduct primary research through interviews to gather relevant insights. Specifically, we intend to interview meditation practitioners, members of yoga communities, and the general public to extract key themes from their responses. These themes will serve as the foundation for creative exploration, providing a conceptual basis for our sound and visual design. This approach will ensure that our work is both theoretically grounded and conceptually cohesive.

Next, we shared our respective progress. Xinyi shared the installation plan, , Roulin shared the loop audio she created for the project, and Hefan showed her experiment in Touch Designer.

Ashley and Hefan are attempting TD Max connection, while Can, Yixuan, and Li are testing the connection between Arduino and TD

This is the manpower requirement for installation manufacturing

• •  Design Sketches
  •  Sensor Cotainer
  •  Lung Model
  •  Plastic Flower Model
  • Lighting & Space Setup
  • Other……

We have decided to gather in the common room downstairs from Yixuan’s dormitory to make it together after the materials are ready in the later stage, and Roulin mentioned that she has learned how to light up. In addition, Ashley mentioned that how to place the computers on the exhibition space is also a question that needs to be considered.