Reflection

Restoring the Lover’s Cups emphasized how simple, everyday gestures like drinking or lifting a cup can hold profound emotional significance. The original design relied on basic components—motion sensors, LEDs, and RF communication—to create symbolic and meaningful interactions. Its elegance lay in its simplicity, embodying the principles of calm technology by fostering intimacy through subtle, shared rituals.

Recreating the device revealed key challenges, particularly in achieving precision. Reducing sensor noise and calibrating temperature readings emerged as critical hurdles, highlighting the delicate balance between reliability and user experience.

These challenges underscored the importance of stable sensors and accurate real-time data. Looking ahead, the next stage will prioritize refining sensor stability and exploring advanced connectivity through Particle systems to ensure seamless and reliable interactions. This approach will build on the original vision while addressing technical limitations for a more robust and scalable design.