EPISODE · Nov 13, 2023 · 1H 25M
Kharis O'Connell: Ex-Googler Shares Insights on how AR will Eat the World
from The VR Report · host daveraves
Kharis O'Connell, Head of UX at Bootloader Studio, shares insights into the world of mixed reality and its design challenges. Kharis shares his experience at Google and Amazon, and how this influenced his spatial design philosophy on how to design in the metaverse. 🌐 Mixed reality design differs significantly from 2D design, as it involves a lack of control over user paths and complex situational factors. 🖥️ Designing for mixed reality requires considering the z-axis, context, and real-world environments, unlike traditional 2D design. 🎨 Spatial design tools like Shapes XR offer innovative ways to approach 3D design, but physical improvisational theater exercises also help designers understand the user experience.
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Kharis O'Connell, Head of UX at Bootloader Studio, shares insights into the world of mixed reality and its design challenges. Kharis shares his experience at Google and Amazon, and how this influenced his spatial design philosophy on how to design in the metaverse. 🌐 Mixed reality design differs significantly from 2D design, as it involves a lack of control over user paths and complex situational factors. 🖥️ Designing for mixed reality requires considering the z-axis, context, and real-world environments, unlike traditional 2D design. 🎨 Spatial design tools like Shapes XR offer innovative ways to approach 3D design, but physical improvisational theater exercises also help designers understand the user experience.
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