Aesthetic intelligence for effective and pleasurable design

Abstract

This paper discusses the relevance of beauty and aesthetic values for an aesthetically pleasing design of technology-enhanced spaces in the context of ergonomics, usability, and technology acceptance. Under the concept of Aesthetic Intelligence we subsume various aspects, including conceptual scoping, formal design skills and creative methodologies. Our goal is to provide a concept for the exchange of ideas, initiation of collaborations and the development of methodological practices for facilitating effective and pleasurable designs.