Designing Human-Centered Spatial Experiences

TUTORIAL

Salvatore Emanuele Agosta

Senior Design Mentor, imaginary institute

Giovanni Monaco

Senior Coding Mentor, imaginary institute

Francesco Perchiazzi

Creative Director XR, imaginary institute

This tutorial targets researchers and practitioners in human-computer interaction, interaction design, and software development. It focuses on the novel interaction paradigms introduced by visionOS. We explore spatial input techniques, specifically gaze-based and gesture-based interaction, as key enablers of embodied, multimodal user experiences in spatial computing environments. Participants will examine the transition from 2D interaction models (iOS/iPadOS) to 3D spatial interfaces, emphasising the integration of spatial input into existing design workflows. The tutorial addresses the theoretical underpinnings and practical considerations of designing for visionOS, focusing on perceptual load, ergonomic factors, and accessibility.

We will introduce the Speculative Spatial Design Canvas as an educational tool for designing and refining spatial experiences across various disciplines. A demonstration will emphasise its importance in medical and surgical applications, illustrating how collaboration between developers and surgeons promotes innovation. By merging speculative design with spatial computing, we will investigate new paradigms for advancing medical training, optimising surgical workflows, and enhancing real-time assistance in the operating room.

Salvatore Emanuele Agosta, Senior Design Mentor – imaginary institute

Salvatore Emanuele Agosta is a product designer, educator, and writer specialising in user experience across mobile, desktop, and spatial platforms. As a Senior Design Mentor at the Apple Developer Academy in Naples, he collaborates with an interdisciplinary team of researchers, educators, and engineers to shape innovative learning experiences. His work focuses on advancing design methodologies that support creativity and multidisciplinary thinking.

Giovanni Monaco, Senior Codic Mentor – imaginary institute

Giovanni Monaco is a developer, educator, and advocate for human-centred technology. As a Senior Coding Mentor at the Apple Developer Academy in Naples and contributor to Create with Swift, he empowers emerging talents to design and build impactful applications within the Apple ecosystem. His work emphasises the integration of design and technology, inspiring professionals to explore new dimensions of digital creativity.

Francesco Perchiazzi, Creative Director XR – imaginary institute

Francesco Perchiazzi is an interaction designer and adjunct professor at the University of Naples Federico II, specializing in XR, design, and human-machine interaction. Over the past decade, he has designed curricula, led workshops, and mentored aspiring designers at the Apple Developer Academy, integrating research, design, and education to cultivate the next generation of innovators.