WaterHCI - Maria Vega Montoya

In recent years, there has been an increase in the coming together of interactive technology and water, leading to the emergence of WaterHCI, a distinct subfield of human-computer interaction (HCI). However, there is little work that aims to paint a comprehensive picture of the work around WaterHCI experiences so far, limiting the opportunity to identify directions for future research.

This monograph aims to address this through an articulation of prior WaterHCI works structured using two frameworks that aim to offer a better understanding of the design of aquatic experiences through four key user experiences across six different degrees of contact with water. This articulation highlights of underexplored areas that could guide WaterHCI researchers in identifying what to research next in order to bring the field forward as a whole. Ultimately, this work aims to help so that more people can profit from the many benefits that combining interactive technology and water affords.