lumia
Smart menu lighting for a fine dining atmosphere
Project focus: Accessibility, Coding arduino with C++, Product Design, Wiring, Research
problem
Fine dining is a luxury experience. Because of the high price, people expect a smooth and enjoyable experience. However, dim lighting in fine dining restaurants is a major pain point for people with poor sight when it comes to reading menus.
sight in the us
A menu that lights up upon touch would reduce eye strain in fine dining restaurants while contributing to the overall mood of the restaurant
design goals
Increases visibility
Easy to swap out menus
Easy to clean surface
Contributes to restaurant brand
inspiration
Visual Considerations for the menu: material, atmosphere, and interesting features
Logistical Considerations for the menu: lighting, technology, menu covers/protection
form iteration
Final concept - tilt sensor senses when menu has been picked up, acrylic sheet protects paper menu which can be interchanged.
Mid fidelity model - peers use menu from server and customer perspective, early planning of placement for technological components inside the menu
