EDI: Inclusive Dialogue Spaces
Reimagining public spaces through accessible communication
Fields
Interaction Design
Brand Design
Prototyping
AI & Accessibility
Interface Design
Tools
Figma
Adobe Creative Cloud
Year
2026
The brief
Problem Statement
Contemporary cities are often shaped by invisible barriers. Fragmented communication—stemming from language differences, hearing impairments, or speech limitations—systematically isolates individuals within public environments.
Solution
EDI is an urban innovation ecosystem merging architectural furniture with interactive display technology. The project transforms public spaces into open agoras, enabling citizens to communicate seamlessly, naturally, and independently.
Design Challenges
Designing for inclusive interactions
Creating a more inclusive way of communicating in public spaces presented a series of complex UX challenges.
/ 01
Diverse accessibility needs
Designing for diverse abilities and languages meant building an interface that feels intuitive and universally accessible from the very first second.
/ 02
True independence
The system had to enable seamless, friction-free communication, entirely removing the need for personal devices or third-party assistance.
/ 03
Uncontrolled contexts
Unlike standard digital products, these tables operate in high-traffic, unpredictable public environments, demanding absolute durability and rigorous ergonomic thinking.
/ 04
Human-centered technology
The core challenge lay in leveraging sophisticated AI while keeping the interface transparent, approachable, and effortless for every kind of user.
Concept Development
Concept development & ideation
I evaluated how two users would sit facing each other, how natural light would enter through the sides, and how the central table should incline its screens to eliminate glare and reduce visual fatigue under direct sunlight.
Visual Direction
Identity, typography, and a cohesive design system
I evaluated how two users would sit facing each other, how natural light would enter through the sides, and how the central table should incline its screens to eliminate glare and reduce visual fatigue under direct sunlight.
Clean, sans-serif font for maximum legibility and an inclusive user experience.
Interlocking dialogue bubbles to visually represent the core concept of inclusive communication
Soft, natural tones designed to maximize outdoor legibility and create a calm, approachable aesthetic.
Thought-provoking questions to spark immediate curiosity and connect with citizens on a personal level.
Interface & User Flow
Screen Architecture
I structured the flow around real needs, quick language toggles, clear sign language signifiers like LSE and ASL, and precise color-blindness filters so no user gets left behind.
Rotates the welcome message through multiple languages every 5 seconds, communicating the app's function instantly without manual input.
(Language selection screen)
(Transcription screen)
(Settings & information screens)
outcome
The Complete System
An interface running across light and dark modes, featuring real-time translation, live transcription, and custom accessibility controls deployed within the physical structure.
Key Learnings
Minimalism
Designing for tight physical constraints forced me to ruthlessly prioritize content, stripping away non-essential elements to build a high-impact interface with minimal buttons and maximum clarity.
Beyond the Screen
Pushing this project past standard digital interfaces into physical exterior furniture and real-world social interaction proved that inclusive digital systems can shape tangible public spaces.
Context Over Clutter
Adaptations between two different users, like hiding the speech waveforms during sign language mode, taught me that knowing when to hide information is just as critical as knowing what to display.
EDI: Inclusive Dialogue Spaces
Reimagining public spaces through accessible communication
Fields
Interaction Design
Brand Design
Prototyping
AI & Accessibility
Interface Design
Tools
Figma
Adobe Creative Cloud
Year
2026
The brief
Problem Statement
Contemporary cities are often shaped by invisible barriers. Fragmented communication—stemming from language differences, hearing impairments, or speech limitations—systematically isolates individuals within public environments.
Solution
EDI is an urban innovation ecosystem merging architectural furniture with interactive display technology. The project transforms public spaces into open agoras, enabling citizens to communicate seamlessly, naturally, and independently.
Design Challenges
Designing for inclusive interactions
Creating a more inclusive way of communicating in public spaces presented a series of complex UX challenges.
/ 01
Diverse accessibility needs
Designing for diverse abilities and languages meant building an interface that feels intuitive and universally accessible from the very first second.
/ 02
True independence
The system had to enable seamless, friction-free communication, entirely removing the need for personal devices or third-party assistance.
/ 03
Uncontrolled contexts
Unlike standard digital products, these tables operate in high-traffic, unpredictable public environments, demanding absolute durability and rigorous ergonomic thinking.
/ 04
Human-centered technology
The core challenge lay in leveraging sophisticated AI while keeping the interface transparent, approachable, and effortless for every kind of user.
Concept Development
Concept development & ideation
I evaluated how two users would sit facing each other, how natural light would enter through the sides, and how the central table should incline its screens to eliminate glare and reduce visual fatigue under direct sunlight.
Visual Direction
Identity, typography, and a
cohesive design system
I evaluated how two users would sit facing each other, how natural light would enter through the sides, and how the central table should incline its screens to eliminate glare and reduce visual fatigue under direct sunlight.
Clean, sans-serif font for maximum legibility and an inclusive user experience.
Interlocking dialogue bubbles to visually represent the core concept of inclusive communication
Soft, natural tones designed to maximize outdoor legibility and create a calm, approachable aesthetic.
Thought-provoking questions to spark immediate curiosity and connect with citizens on a personal level.
Interface & User Flow
Screen Architecture
I structured the flow around real needs, quick language toggles, clear sign language signifiers like LSE and ASL, and precise color-blindness filters so no user gets left behind.
Rotates the welcome message through multiple languages every 5 seconds, communicating the app's function instantly without manual input.
(Language selection screen)
(Transcription screen)
(Settings & information screens)
outcome
The Complete System
An interface running across light and dark modes, featuring real-time translation, live transcription, and custom accessibility controls deployed within the physical structure.
Key Learnings
Minimalism
Designing for tight physical constraints forced me to ruthlessly prioritize content, stripping away non-essential elements to build a high-impact interface with minimal buttons and maximum clarity.
Beyond the Screen
Pushing this project past standard digital interfaces into physical exterior furniture and real-world social interaction proved that inclusive digital systems can shape tangible public spaces.
Context Over Clutter
Adaptations between two different users, like hiding the speech waveforms during sign language mode, taught me that knowing when to hide information is just as critical as knowing what to display.
EDI: Inclusive Dialogue Spaces
Reimagining public spaces through
accessible communication
Fields
Interaction Design
Brand Design
Prototyping
AI & Accessibility
Interface Design
Tools
Figma
Adobe Creative Cloud
Year
2026
The brief
Problem Statement
Contemporary cities are often shaped by invisible barriers. Fragmented communication—stemming from language differences, hearing impairments, or speech limitations—systematically isolates individuals within public environments.
Solution
EDI is an urban innovation ecosystem merging architectural furniture with interactive display technology. The project transforms public spaces into open agoras, enabling citizens to communicate seamlessly, naturally, and independently.
Design Challenges
Designing for inclusive interactions
Creating a more inclusive way of communicating in public spaces presented a series of complex UX challenges.
/ 01
Diverse accessibility needs
Designing for diverse abilities and languages meant building an interface that feels intuitive and universally accessible from the very first second.
/ 02
True independence
The system had to enable seamless, friction-free communication, entirely removing the need for personal devices or third-party assistance.
/ 03
Uncontrolled contexts
Unlike standard digital products, these tables operate in high-traffic, unpredictable public environments, demanding absolute durability and rigorous ergonomic thinking.
/ 04
Human-centered technology
The core challenge lay in leveraging sophisticated AI while keeping the interface transparent, approachable, and effortless for every kind of user.
Concept Development
Concept development & ideation
I evaluated how two users would sit facing each other, how natural light would enter through the sides, and how the central table should incline its screens to eliminate glare and reduce visual fatigue under direct sunlight.
Visual Direction
Identity, typography, and a
cohesive design system
I evaluated how two users would sit facing each other, how natural light would enter through the sides, and how the central table should incline its screens to eliminate glare and reduce visual fatigue under direct sunlight.
Clean, sans-serif font for maximum legibility and an inclusive user experience.
Interlocking dialogue bubbles to visually represent the core concept of inclusive communication
Soft, natural tones designed to maximize outdoor legibility and create a calm, approachable aesthetic.
Thought-provoking questions to spark immediate curiosity and connect with citizens on a personal level.
Interface & User Flow
Screen Architecture
I structured the flow around real needs, quick language toggles, clear sign language signifiers like LSE and ASL, and precise color-blindness filters so no user gets left behind.
Rotates the welcome message through multiple languages every 5 seconds, communicating the app's function instantly without manual input.
(Language selection screen)
(Transcription screen)
(Settings & information screens)
outcome
The Complete System
An interface running across light and dark modes, featuring real-time translation, live transcription, and custom accessibility controls deployed within the physical structure.
Key Learnings
Minimalism
Designing for tight physical constraints forced me to ruthlessly prioritize content, stripping away non-essential elements to build a high-impact interface with minimal buttons and maximum clarity.
Beyond the Screen
Pushing this project past standard digital interfaces into physical exterior furniture and real-world social interaction proved that inclusive digital systems can shape tangible public spaces.
Context Over Clutter
Adaptations between two different users, like hiding the speech waveforms during sign language mode, taught me that knowing when to hide information is just as critical as knowing what to display.