Reading this text made me realize that creativity in physical computing doesn’t always mean coming up with a brand new idea, it can be just as interesting to take something familiar and make it your own. Projects like theremin-style instruments or drum gloves keep showing up repeatedly, but each version reflects the person who built it. I used to worry that picking a common idea would make my work seem unoriginal, but now I see that it’s more about how you approach it. Even if something’s been done before, there’s always room to add your own twist or explore a new angle. That actually feels kind of helpful, knowing I don’t have to reinvent the wheel to make something meaningful.
What also stood out to me was how these projects go beyond just being technical, they’re about how people interact with them. Whether it’s something playful like a tilty table or something more emotional like a remote hug device, each project invited a different kind of connection. Even the ones that seemed purely visual, like video mirrors or waving grass, sparked curiosity. It made me think that physical computing is really about creating experiences, not just building stuff. That realisation was exciting, because it means there’s room for personality, emotion, and fun in the work I create.