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Four immersive research projects exploring how mixed reality, virtual archiving and XR interaction reshape interior experience — from emotional healing to hybrid workspaces.

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Mixed Reality · Psychological Healing

Phygital Healing

A mixed-reality study on how hybrid physical–digital environments affect human emotion, attention restoration and stress reduction.

Phygital Healing project image

Project image · archive

Period2023–2024
FormatMixed Reality (MR)
FocusEmotional Healing
LeadDr. Sky LO Tian Tian

Phygital environments

Blending physical and digital space to support the healing process.

The project proposes using Mixed Reality to integrate physical and digital content in a "physical-digital fusion" environment, using real settings and interactive content to address the limitations of fully virtual settings. By comparing the effects of virtual, real and mixed scenarios on attention restoration and stress reduction, the study explores how MR scene design influences perceptions of psychological healing, and aims to inform the creation of MR therapeutic environments grounded in human perceptual experience.

Phygital Healing cover image
Phygital Healing
Phygital Healing scenario 1
Healing scenario
Phygital Healing scenario 2
Mixed-reality scene
Phygital Healing scenario 3
Interactive environment
Presented by

Dr. Sky LO Tian Tian · Li Yufei

02

Virtual Exhibition · 3D Archiving

The Meta Archive

A platform that turns students' 3D works into an immersive spatial archive, reimagining Hong Kong's past, present and future through speculative narratives.

Project film · MP4

Period2023–2024
FormatVR + 3D Archive
FocusHong Kong Narrative
LeadDr. Sky LO Tian Tian

Spatial archive

Turning students' 3D works into immersive experiences of Hong Kong.

This project transforms EID students' 3D works into immersive, experiential spatial archives. Through the imaginative perspectives of students, it re-examines Hong Kong across different time periods, blending physical and digital models, VR content and interactive experiences to reinterpret the city's past, present and future. Inspired by cinema, mythology and literature, the exhibition uses speculative narratives and visual storytelling to transport visitors into parallel realities.

The Meta Archive exhibition image
Meta Archive exhibition
Meta Archive exhibit 1
Immersive archive
Meta Archive exhibit 2
Virtual exhibit
Meta Archive exhibit 3
Speculative narrative
Project team

Dr. Sky LO Tian Tian · Chen Yuting · Pan Yangyang · Zhang Siyue · Bao Hanzhe · Wong Ka Lok · Wu Yuhong

03

Mixed Reality · Sports Experience

Parklane × Laureus × PolyU Mind in Motion

An immersive mixed-reality experience revealing the mental resilience and inspiring stories behind Hong Kong athletes' success.

Project film · MP4

Period2023–2024
FormatMixed Reality (MR)
FocusSports · Well-being
LeadDr. Sky LO Tian Tian

Mind in motion

Immersing audiences in stories of perseverance and mental strength.

Hong Kong thrives at the intersection of culture, technology and sports. This immersive experience uses Mixed Reality technology to reveal the inspiring stories behind athletic success, showcasing not only the physical excellence of Hong Kong athletes and sports enthusiasts but also their mental resilience. Through interactive experiences, audiences immerse themselves in narratives of perseverance, passion and mental well-being.

XR Sports Experience exhibition
Parklane exhibition
XR Sports experience 1
Immersive sport
XR Sports experience 2
Interactive scene
XR Sports experience 3
MR interaction
Project team

Dr. Sky LO Tian Tian · Chen Yuting · Bao Hanzhe · Wang Zilu · Wong Ka Lok

04

XR Interaction · Hybrid Work

Phygital Workspace

A trans-disciplinary study of how XR interaction can strengthen human connection in hybrid workspaces while reducing travel-related carbon footprints.

Phygital Workspace project image

Project image · archive

Period2023–2025
FormatXR Interaction
FocusHybrid Workspace
LeadDr. Sky LO Tian Tian

Sustainable hybrid work

A framework for physical-digital workspaces that connect people.

Using a systematic review approach, the project examines the current adoption of XR technology across business environments and assesses how it can reduce carbon footprints by lowering the need for physical travel, enabling remote collaboration and enhancing workspace efficiency. The resulting framework spans four key dimensions — XR infrastructure, collaborative work environments, enhanced social interaction and environmental impact assessment — to guide the development of sustainable physical-digital integrated workspaces.

Phygital Workspace concept
Hybrid workspace concept
Phygital Workspace study 1
Hybrid interaction
Phygital Workspace study 2
Workplace scenario
Project team

Dr. Sky LO Tian Tian · Usman Rafiq · Chen Yuting · Tim Yu Lai · Andrew Goodman