The goal of virtual reality is to recreate a normal human interaction, including depth and a 360 degree environment, says Taron Lizagub of Knoxlabs, Inc.
Anticipatory Design Predicts User WantsAnticipatory Design Predicts User Wants
Anticipatory design changes the dynamic between consumers and companies, says Michael Koziol of HUGE, Inc. Using data, anticipatory design allows companies to seek out the consumer, rather than the traditional search-and-find method.
Optimizing Solutions is Far Better Than Maximizing
Nature uses everything. Rather than maximizing – using more supplies or resources – nature optimizes resources. According to Anica Landreneau of HOK, this principal reduces waste and cost, and is applicable to almost any business or personal practice.
Innovation is an Engine
Innovation is a key component to moving business forward. But it needs to be nurtured and cultivated, says Steve Gaddis of NASA. When properly maintained, innovation can become an engine that produces for your company.
Major Need for Innovation in Housing Megatrend
The housing future for the developing world is uncertain, according to Cary Strickland of RTI International. To successfully address this megatrend, developers and other construction industry professionals need to change the way they approach traditional housing, from the adopting new technology to meeting the users’ needs.
Innovation a Business Foundation at Glen Raven
Since the beginning, Glen Raven has been an innovative company, introducing the world to pantyhose in 1959. Paige Mullis, director of concept development at Glen Raven, discusses how innovation still plays a role today in laying the foundations for future business.
Intentional and Connected Design is the Foundation of Innovation
Innovation and design never happen in isolation. To Dror Benshetrit of Studio Dror, creating innovative design is an intentional, collaborative process driven by an idea and born out of love.
Virtual Reality is the Next Medium of Empathetic Communication
Since its inception, social technology has always been trying to capture and recreate human interaction, says Taron Lizagub of Knoxlabs, Inc. From chatrooms to Facebook to Snapchat, we’ve been trying to emulate this connection in various ways. Virtual reality is the next step down that path, exchanging more emotion and empathy between the medium and user.
An Ideal Experience for Users Begins with Data
When companies have more tools, they can better understand a user’s need and wants. Using data can help them reach customers more effectively through digital channels, says Michael Kozil of HUGE, Inc.
Using Biomimicry in Fabric Innovation
Nature is a great engineer, says Anica Landreneau of HOK. Solving design challenges can be as simple as looking at what’s around us – something Glen Raven has done in their technical fabrics, from camouflage patterns to self-cleaning materials.
