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Syn·esthesia.co is component of Interwoven exploring the digital side of touch and how our senses can be used in digital settings.

Touch is one of the first senses we develop. It provides us with bonding, comfort, and even the essential nutrients necessary for early childhood development. When I was young, I struggled immensely in school, later being diagnosed with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Because reading was such a challenge, I relied on touch and visual stimuli as alternative forms of communication—ones I could grasp more intuitively. of Interwoven explores how touch is a fundamental aspect of human communication and its role in design. Through experiments in non-verbal communication, of Interwoven examines how our senses, particularly touch, can be leveraged as tools to create more accessible and immersive experiences. By engaging multiple sensory pathways, design can move beyond conventional visual aesthetics to foster deeper understandings and connections. I am particularly interested in the role texture plays as a tool in graphic design to enhance comprehension and accessibility. How can surfaces communicate meaning beyond aesthetics? How can digital interfaces integrate physicality to create more inclusive experiences? By experimenting with materials, interactive elements, and multi-sensory design principles, of Interwoven uncovers new ways to communicate beyond traditional written and visual methods. of Interwoven’s goal is not only to impact the individual on a more personal scale, but is also intended to push current design pedagogy to be revised. Through exploration, of Interwoven bridges the gap between functionality and accessibility in standard design practice. By engaging the human senses more deeply, I strive to make information more intuitive, inclusive, and immersive. Ensuring that design is not just seen, but also experienced and felt.