five scales of inquiry: 1) the regional or territorial scale, 2) the city scale, 3) the neighborhood scale, 4) a micro public space scale, and 5) the building typology scale

Working in groups of 4/5, prepare a conceptual design and realize a working prototype for an internet appliance(s) that will meaningfully enhance communities through connectivity. Image Credit: ...more

Consider the responsibilities and ethics of a social object. You should examine the tensions between a viable business model (monitization) and consumer trust and confidence in your product. You w...more

Identify an opportunity to augment an analog object and transform it into an ‘internet appliance’. Develop a working prototype (a form is not required) to demonstrate your concept.