Proxemic Museum

Proxemic Museum is an interactive installation designed to engage visitors by providing an immersive experience with artworks. This project explores how interactive technologies, in particular gesture-based interactions, can increase visitor engagement and attention compared to traditional art exhibitions. The research builds on previous studies of interactive museum experiences, which show that active participation increases visitors' attention and interest. By incorporating motion-based interactions, the installation allows users to explore artworks through two visual effects: zoom and reveal. For each visual effect, two interactions were designed and evaluated in a user study: zooming via hand distance, zooming via distance to the artwork, revealing via arm span, and revealing via upper body rotation. An evaluation with five participants assessed the effectiveness, usability, and user experience of these interactions. The results show a clear preference for hand-based interactions, with zooming via hand distance receiving the highest ratings in terms of clarity and engagement. In contrast, upper body rotation to reveal details tended to be distracting and uncomfortable. Participants appreciated the ability to explore details more effectively than in traditional exhibitions and expressed interest in a potential multi-user version of the installation. Overall, the findings highlight the value of intuitive and natural interaction methods in digital exhibitions. Proxemic Museum showcases how interactive installations can enhance art appreciation across generations by enabling visitors to engage with artworks through body movement.