Symphony of Servos

Willemijn van Hagen2025, Future Libraries, Interactive Environment

Many non-literate users feel excluded from traditional information environments; by contrast, this installation creates a welcoming space where they can begin to see themselves as learners.

When you stand in front of it, a camera detects the position of your hand, and the panels respond. They move as you move – but more importantly, each panel is linked to a musical element. By interacting with the wall, you’re not just triggering movement; you’re actively shaping a music track. You might bring out the piano, soften the drums, or highlight a melody simply by guiding your hand across the surface.

By creating sound through simple movement, users gain an immediate, empowering sense of achievement, encouraging confident participation without fear of failure and supporting first steps toward literacy.

Students: Nicholas Jester, Tajin Popo, Silve Pott & Leon Stil