SPLIT FLAP is an interactive object exploring indecision through chance and mechanical interaction. Inspired by the Magic 8-Ball, the device cycles through a series of responses before resolving on a yes or no answer. Its form references vintage split-flap displays found in airports and train stations, where the physical flipping motion creates a distinctive visual and auditory experience. Housed in a wooden box with a brushed metal face, the object balances nostalgia with contemporary product design sensibilities. Familiar cultural references and stencilled typography contribute to its character, collectively reframing the act of decision-making as something performative and considered. SPLIT FLAP transforms an everyday moment of uncertainty into a deliberate, tactile interaction.
20/10/2024
SPLIT FLAP is an interactive object exploring indecision through chance and mechanical interaction. Inspired by the Magic 8-Ball, the device cycles through a series of responses before resolving on a yes or no answer. Its form references vintage split-flap displays found in airports and train stations, where the physical flipping motion creates a distinctive visual and auditory experience. Housed in a wooden box with a brushed metal face, the object balances nostalgia with contemporary product design sensibilities. Familiar cultural references and stencilled typography contribute to its character, collectively reframing the act of decision-making as something performative and considered. SPLIT FLAP transforms an everyday moment of uncertainty into a deliberate, tactile interaction.