Date of Award
2012
Embargo Period
10-30-2012
Degree Name
Master of Design (MDes)
Department
Design
Advisor(s)
Jodi Forlizzi
Abstract
Psychologists have codified a human developmental stage called “emerging adulthood.” During this transitional period, the relationship with one’s parents evolves. Communication channels open up and a deeper, richer relationship emerges. This thesis explores this familial relationship through a review of related literature, ethnographic research and the creation of possible design interventions. Using these explorations, this thesis also suggests a preferred future state through a design for an interactive system, Loop —a mobile application that allows for private, reciprocal sharing through text, image, and video.
Recommended Citation
Yung, Clarence, "Loop: Designing Interactive Systems for Emerging Adults and their Parents" (2012). Theses. Paper 27.
http://repository.cmu.edu/theses/27