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ICAT Playdate — Mood Cocoon: Artistic therapy through immersive multisensory installation

September 4, 2026

Mood Cocoon is an immersive multisensory installation that explores how spatial atmosphere shaped by light, sound, and feeling can support emotional reflection and care. Bringing together art, design, psychology, and technology, the project asks how broader art and design practices can become more responsive, restorative, and emotionally supportive. In this presentation, we will share the story behind the installation and discuss early findings from participant surveys and EEG-based physiological measurements.

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    Abstract composition of blurred, overlapping blocks of color with glowing light streaks and bokeh effects, suggesting digital art, motion, and visual experimentation
    Mood Cocoon

    Mood Cocoon is an immersive art and design installation that uses responsive light, sound, and touch to create personalized spaces for emotional well-being, calm, reflection, and human connection.

Speaker: 

  • Michelle Boyoung Huh, College of Architecture, Arts, and Design

Date:

  • September 4, 2026

Time:  

  • 8:30am Eastern
     Networking & pastries at Community Assembly, Creativity and Innovation District LLC
  • 9am - 9:30am Eastern
     Presentation in the Community Assembly and live on YouTube

Virginia Tech faculty can receive Professional Development Network (PDN) credit for attending

  1. Register at https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/?query=playdate 
  2. Check in with Phyllis Newbill during the event.

Location: Community Assembly, Creativity and Innovation District LLC