Calm Technology
Principles of Calm TechnologyTM
I. Technology should require the smallest possible amount of attention
II. Technology should inform and create calm
III. Technology should make use of the periphery
IV. Technology should amplify the best of technology and the best of humanity
V. Technology can communicate, but doesn’t need to speak
VI. Technology should... See more
I. Technology should require the smallest possible amount of attention
II. Technology should inform and create calm
III. Technology should make use of the periphery
IV. Technology should amplify the best of technology and the best of humanity
V. Technology can communicate, but doesn’t need to speak
VI. Technology should... See more
Amber Case • PRINCIPLES | Calm Tech Institute
The Calm Design Approach shifts the focus from capturing attention to fostering meaningful, mindful interactions that prioritize well-being and presence in an overstimulated digital world.
The Calm Design Approach: Prioritizing Presence Over Distraction
Calm Tech Institute's principles for product design:
Technology should require the smallest possible amount of attention.
Technology should inform and create calm.
Technology should make use of the periphery.
Technology should amplify the best of technology and the best of humanity.
Technology can communicate, but doesn’t need to speak.
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