Virtual Sensory Space

For my web design class final project, I created a virtual sensory space using HTML, CSS, and Javascript. This site adapts the idea of a physical sensory space to work in a digital space. The concept of sensory spaces is rooted in neurodivergence and accessibility. Therefore, the site aims to be as accessible as possible by utilizing simple graphics, basic controls, and standard page structure.

The site allows the user to choose between an auditory, visual, or interactive experience. Once the user selects what type of sensory stimuli they would like to engage with, they can then choose the specifics of the stimuli they want to experience.

Shown here are the button icons

Many websites seek to hold the user’s attention for as long as possible. The virtual sensory space, however, does not have this goal. Rather, the site encourages users to dedicate only as much time and attention to it as they like. The simple line art graphics and the customizable background color help the site to be neutral and non-stimulating, so the only stimulation the site provides is user-selected. If the user opts for interactive stimuli, they are able to choose from six embedded interactive Processing sketches.

To view and interact with the site, please click here.

!!NOTE!! The site is currently experiencing technical difficulties.