Dutch Design Awards 2020

(Archive) Emotion-whisperer

Translating body language into vibration

This project was part of DDW 2020

Emotion-whisperer — © Simon Dogger

This project is part of: Dutch Design Awards 2020

Emotions and body language play an important role in a conversation. But what happens if you are blind? The Emotion-whisperer is a subtle tool that translates facial expressions into a vibration.

A raised eyebrow, a mocking smile or a daring glance; emotions and body language play an important role in a conversation. Good communication promotes participation and social integration, but what happens when you are blind? Simon Dogger experiences this

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