#tactile-interaction

#tactile-interaction

Enso is a tape measure concept that redefines measurement as a ritual, where precision meets care, and not the kind you hide in the drawer. The goal is not to add a screen or smart features, but to redesign the gesture itself, using overlapping circular forms and carefully tuned mechanics to make pulling a length feel calm and deliberate. The name references the Zen circle, a symbol of simplicity and mindful repetition.

Lighting design has evolved far beyond simple switches and dimmers, yet most lamps still operate on the same basic premise: flip a switch, get light. This predictable relationship between user and object leaves little room for discovery, play, or the kind of tactile engagement that makes everyday interactions memorable and meaningful. What makes the Tangent lamp by Ana Relvão and Gerhardt Kellermann particularly compelling is how it transforms the simple act of turning on a light into something far more engaging.