Pet-station : A station providing a safe space for dogs and their owners (mentally)
Design brief
Work under
Observe your surroundings and daily encounters to design a product that addresses existing public issues
A secure public space where owners can temporarily place their dogs without fear of theft or harm
Overview
Public space project at UoE
Developed a prototype to test the house station concept, integrating factors like treats, calming sounds, and familiar smells for user testing, while seeking feedback on its design and functionality (the app comes after)
Discover
Define
finding :
Most incidents occur when bad people exploit moments when owners briefly lose sight of their dogs
Develop
Observe surroundings to identify daily public issues that impact people’s productivity and mental health but lack solutions
Identify the causes and consequences of owners leaving their dogs leashed and unattended in public
finding :
Most incidents occur when bad people exploit moments when owners briefly lose sight of their dogs
If the space or smell is unfamiliar, the dog is less likely to enter
Takeaway :
Takeaway :
Treats are the best incentive to encourage pets to enter
Takeaway :
