2025

Acquaintance circuit

“Acquaintance circuit” is an interactive installation inspired by the fragile and transient nature of interpersonal relationships within a rapidly shifting, liquid modern society. Through a multi-layered mechanical structure, bubbles are generated and burst upon recognizing a handshake gesture, symbolizing the fleeting quality of human connections in a high-speed, time-compressed social landscape.

2025

Acquaintance circuit

“Acquaintance circuit” is an interactive installation inspired by the fragile and transient nature of interpersonal relationships within a rapidly shifting, liquid modern society. Through a multi-layered mechanical structure, bubbles are generated and burst upon recognizing a handshake gesture, symbolizing the fleeting quality of human connections in a high-speed, time-compressed social landscape.

Interaction

  • Handshake recognition camera signifies interpersonal interaction initiation

  • Mechanical stretching structure visualizes external pressures on relationships (e.g. norms, culture, life stress)

  • Flowing liquid in pipes represents shifting dynamics of social interaction in a fluid society

  • Wind-formed bubbles symbolize fragile, benefit-driven connections prone to collapse