Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Concept map – TetraBIN

Concept map – TetraBIN

Picture of installation:
TetraBIN

Description of installation:
In some occasions, it seems that games aren't simply used to ‘play’. It can also be that they aim to change particular behaviors of people. Take for example this game of Tetris, designed by alumni of the Design Lab at the University of Sydney. Their innovation, TetraBIN combines the enjoyable aspect of playing a game with a serious, more societal-oriented aspect of behavioral change. The idea is pretty simple: depositing trash in this special bin allows you to play Tetris. 

It appears that more and more, designers and creatives are using the city and streets for fun and excitement. These examples of old school games implemented in our urban landscapes could be regarded as one of the most up to date trends in circulation. However, some of them show us that sometimes it’s not simply about the idea of playing games or improving our public spaces. By offering an active and playful twist, people could become more aware of their behavior in public, and, in turn, even positively changing it.

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