Presenting The Accessory Approach - A Start-up’s Journey Towards Designing An Engaging Fall Detection Device

Explore a conference talk that delves into a design experiment for developing a personalized and engaging wearable fall detection device for care home residents. Learn about the "accessory approach," a novel design method that combines functional and expressive qualities to address the wearer's physical, psychological, and social needs. Discover how this approach, influenced by accessory design, enables first-hand insight into wearer preferences, leading to in-depth knowledge and enhanced iterative processes for customized device creation. Gain valuable insights for the HCI community on integrating accessory design disciplines to understand and design for individual needs, resulting in more engaging wearable designs.