The Future of Generative AI: How GenAI Would Change Human-Computer Co-creation in the Next 10 to 15 Years

Abstract

The past few years have witnessed a remarkable advancement in the field of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), a technology capable of generating new content based on input prompts and existing knowledge. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the way of human-computer co-creation. However, existing research on GenAI has primarily focused on technical aspects, and more research is needed from a design perspective, mainly through speculative and critical design. Therefore, this study aims to explore how GenAI would transform human-computer co-creation in the next 10 to 15 years by means of design fiction and playful critical design. The study will involve (co-)speculative workshops utilizing design fiction, followed by focus groups to gather insights. In addition, this research will examine the user experience issues of interacting with functional GenAI prototypes through playful critical design.