Project demonstrations: XR and Gen-AI Technologies in Design
Left: VR training on welding, Samantha Frickel. Right: Cinematic universes. Carson Edwards
Extended Reality and Generative AI in Human-Centered Design
UHP + Architecture Seminar
You are cordially invited to the final presentations showcasing exemplary student work from the University of Cincinnati’s Honors Seminar and Architecture Design Seminar. These curated demonstrations showcase multiple innovative projects intersecting emerging technologies with human-centered design.
Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Location: Second Floor Lobby, UC Digital Futures Building
These two interdisciplinary seminars investigate the application of Extended Reality (XR) technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR), in addressing real-world challenges. Students examined integrating human-computer interaction with immersive digital tools to create embodied, interactive experiences that enhance user engagement and understanding.
In parallel, the courses explored comprehensive design methodology—spanning research, ideation, prototyping, and evaluation—framed through the lens of generative AI and immersive virtual environments. Projects emphasized the role of AI-assisted content creation and immersive media in advancing human-centered design practices with either a fictional metaverse or reality-based digital twins.
The student work presented reflects a research-driven approach to spatial design, focusing on how digital scenarios influence human perception, emotional response, and cognitive engagement. XR was explored as a medium for fostering empathy, delivering emotional impact, and enhancing the acquisition of knowledge and skills.
We invite you to engage in these forward-thinking investigations and celebrate the creativity and scholarly inquiry of our students.
