STill by Metaphysiks Engineering is a multi-sensory calming experience.
Synchronized aural and tactile sensations transport one amongst waves, wind and birdsong— promoting relaxation, mindfulness and sleep.
Image: Calypso Mahieu / EPFL+ECAL Lab
“You really believe you are by the sea or lake.
Hearing the sound of the waves. Feeling the water touching your skin.”
- Simone Gallo, Co-Founder of Metaphysiks and postdoc at EPFL’s Brain Mind Institute.
The technology is a flexible silicon surface with precise control of pressure, temperature and time. It emerged out of the combined expertise of the Cognitive Neuroscience & Robotic Systems laboratories at EPFL.
The initial prototype was a black box. People were skeptical placing their feet on it. Design aimed at transforming the technology into an object/experience that exuded calm and comfort.
Image: Calypso Mahieu / EPFL+ECAL Lab
Read more about the product, technology and collaboration.
Client: Metaphysiks Engineering SA
Year: 2019 — 20
Role: Product Designer