Skip to main content
SpringerLink
Log in
Book cover

International Workshop on Task Models and Diagrams for User Interface Design

TAMODIA 2006: Task Models and Diagrams for Users Interface Design pp 1–15Cite as

Meta-User Interfaces for Ambient Spaces

  • Conference paper

Part of the book series: Lecture Notes in Computer Science ((LNPSE,volume 4385))

Abstract

In this article, we propose the concept of meta-User Interface (meta-UI) as the set of functions (along with their user interfaces) that are necessary and sufficient to control and evaluate the state of interactive ambient spaces. This set is meta-, since it serves as an umbrella beyond the domain-dependent services that support human activities in an ambient interactive space. They are User Interface-oriented since their role is to help users to control and evaluate the state of this space. We present a dimension space to classify, compare, and contrast disparate research efforts in the area of meta-UI’s. We then exploit the generative power of our design space to suggest directions for future research.

This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution.

Chapter
USD   29.95
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
eBook
USD   39.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book
USD   54.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout

Purchases are for personal use only

Learn about institutional subscriptions

Preview

Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.

Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.

References

  1. Ayatsuka, Y., Rekimoto, J.: tranSticks: Physically Manipulatable Virtual Connections. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 2005), pp. 251–260. ACM Press, New York (2005)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  2. Ballagas, R., et al.: iStuff: A Physical User Interface Toolkit for Ubiquitous Computing Environments. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 2003), pp. 537–544. ACM Press, New York (2003)

    Google Scholar 

  3. Baudisch, P., et al.: Collapse-to-zoom: Viewing Web Pages on Small Screen Devices by Interactively Removing Irrelevant Content. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2004), Technotes, pp. 91–94. ACM Press, New York (2004)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  4. Beaudouin-Lafon, M.: Instrumental Interaction: An Interaction Model for Designing Post-WIMP User Interfaces. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 2000), pp. 446–453. ACM Press, New York (2000)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  5. Bellotti, V., et al.: Making Sense of Sensing Systems: Five Questions for Designers and Researchers. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 2002), pp. 415–422. ACM Press, New York (2002)

    Google Scholar 

  6. Berti, S., Paternò, F.: Migratory multimodal interfaces in multidevice environments. In: Proc. International Conference on Multimodal Interfaces (ICMI 2005), pp. 92–99. ACM Press, New York (2005)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  7. Biehl, J.T., Bailey, B.P.: ARIS: An interface for application Relocation in an interactive space. In: Proceedings GI 2004, pp. 107–116. Canadian Human-Computer Communications Society (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  8. Gellersen, H.-W., et al.: Towards a Playful User Interface for Home Entertainment Systems. In: Markopoulos, P., et al. (eds.) EUSAI 2004. LNCS, vol. 3295, pp. 207–217. Springer, Heidelberg (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  9. Booth, K.S., et al.: The « mighty Mouse » Multi-Screen Collaboration Tool. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2002), pp. 209–212. ACM Press, New York (2002)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  10. Coutaz, J., et al.: Context is Key. Communications of the ACM 48(3), 49–53 (2005)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  11. Coutaz, J., Borkowski, S., Barralon, N.: Coupling Interaction Resources: an Analytical Model. In: Proceedings of European Symposium on Ambient Intelligence (EUSAI 2005), Grenoble, France, pp. 183–188 (2005)

    Google Scholar 

  12. Coutaz, J., et al.: Four Easy Pieces for Assessing the Usability of Multimodal Interaction: The CARE properties. In: Arnesen, S.A., Gilmore, D. (eds.) Proceedings of the INTERACT’95 conference (Interact’95), Lillehammer, Norway, June 1995, pp. 115–120. Chapman &Hall, Boca Raton (1995)

    Google Scholar 

  13. Dey, A., et al.: a CAPpella: Programming by Demonstration of Context-Aware Applications. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 2004), Vienne, Austria, pp. 33–40. ACM Press, New York (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  14. Fishkin, K.P.: A taxonomy for and analysis of tangible interfaces. Journal of Personal and Ubiquitous Computing 8, 347–358 (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  15. Fitzmaurice, G., Ishii, H., Buxton, W.: Bricks: Laying the foundations for graspable user interfaces. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 95), pp. 432–449. ACM Press, New York (1995)

    Google Scholar 

  16. Garlan, D., et al.: Project Aura: Towards Distraction-Free Pervasive Computing. IEEE Pervasive Computing 21(2), 22–31 (2002)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  17. Gorbet, G.M., Orth, M., Ishii, H.: Triangles: Tangible Interface for Manipulation and Exploration of Digital Information Topography. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 98), Los Angeles, USA, pp. 49–56. ACM Press, New York (1998)

    Google Scholar 

  18. Van Roy, P., Vanderdonckt, J., Grolaux, D.: Attach Me, Detach Me, Assemble Me Like You Work. In: Costabile, M.F., Paternó, F. (eds.) INTERACT 2005. LNCS, vol. 3585, pp. 198–212. Springer, Heidelberg (2005)

    Google Scholar 

  19. Harada, S., et al.: “Put-That-There” What, Where, How? Integrating Speech and gesture in Interactive Workspace. In: Proc. International Conference on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques, pp. 262–270.

    Google Scholar 

  20. Hinckley, K., et al.: Sensing Techniques for Mobile Interaction. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2000), pp. 91–100. ACM Press, New York (2000)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  21. Hinckley, K., et al.: Stitching: Pen Gesture that Span multiple Displays. In: Proceedings of Advanced Visualization of Information (AVI 2004), Gallipoli, Italy, pp. 23–31. ACM Press, New York (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  22. Hinckley, K.: Synchronous gestures for multiple persons and computers. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2003), Vancouver, Canada, pp. 149–158. ACM Press, New York (2003)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  23. Holmquist, L.E., Redström, J., Ljungstrand, P.: Token-Based Access to Digital Information. In: Gellersen, H.-W. (ed.) HUC 1999. LNCS, vol. 1707, pp. 234–245. Springer, Heidelberg (1999)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  24. Izadi, S., et al.: Dynamo: a public interactive surface supporting the cooperative sharing and exchange of media. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2003), Vancouver, Canada, pp. 159–168. ACM Press, New York (2003)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  25. Johanson, B., Fox, A., Winograd, T.: The Interactive Workspace Project: Experiences with Ubiquitous Computing Rooms. IEEE Pervasive Computing Magazine 1(2) (2002)

    Google Scholar 

  26. Kortuem, G., Kray, C., Gellersen, H.: Sensing and Visualizing Spatial Relations of Mobile Devices. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2005), pp. 93–102. ACM Press, New York (2005)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  27. Markopoulos, P., Mavrommati, I., Kameas, A.: End-User Configuration of Ambient Intelligent Environments: Feasibility from a User Perspective. In: Markopoulos, P., et al. (eds.) EUSAI 2004. LNCS, vol. 3295, pp. 243–254. Springer, Heidelberg (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  28. McNerney, T.S.: From turtles to Tangible Programming Bricks: explorations in physical language design. Journal of Personal and Ubiquitous Computing 8(5), 326–337 (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  29. Coutaz, J., et al.: The “FAME” Interactive Space. In: Renals, S., Bengio, S. (eds.) MLMI 2005. LNCS, vol. 3869, pp. 126–137. Springer, Heidelberg (2006)

    Google Scholar 

  30. Molina, J.P., et al.: Rapig Prototying of distributed user interfaces. In: Proceedings of Computer-Aided Design of User Interfaces (CADUI’06) (2006)

    Google Scholar 

  31. Myers, B.A.: Mobile Devices for Control. In: Paternó, F. (ed.) Mobile HCI 2002. LNCS, vol. 2411, pp. 1–8. Springer, Heidelberg (2002)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  32. Newman, M.W., et al.: Designing for Serendipity: Supporting End-User Configuration of Ubiquitous Computing Environments. In: Proceedings of Designing Interactive Systems (DIS 2002), London UK, pp. 147–156. ACM Press, New York (2002)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  33. Norman, D.A., Draper, S.W.: User Centered System Design: New Perspectives on Human-Computer Interaction. Erlbaum Associates, Hillsdale (1986)

    Google Scholar 

  34. Pering, T., Ballagas, R., Want, R.: Spontaneous marriages of Mobile Devices and Interactive Spaces. Communications of the ACM 48(9), 53–59 (2005)

    Article  Google Scholar 

  35. Ponnekanti, S.R., et al.: ICrafter: A Service Framework for Ubiquitous Computing Environments. In: Abowd, G.D., Brumitt, B., Shafer, S. (eds.) UbiComp 2001. LNCS, vol. 2201, pp. 56–75. Springer, Heidelberg (2001)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  36. Rekimoto, J., Ayatsuka, Y., Kohno, M.: SyncTap: An Interaction Technique for Mobile Networking. In: Chittaro, L. (ed.) Mobile HCI 2003. LNCS, vol. 2795, pp. 104–115. Springer, Heidelberg (2003)

    Google Scholar 

  37. Rekimoto, J., Ullmer, B., Oba, H.: DataTiles: A Modular Platform for Mixed Physical and Graphical Interactions. In: Proceedings of the SIGCHI conference on Human factors in computing systems (CHI 2001), Seattle USA, pp. 269–276. ACM Press, New York (2001)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

  38. Rodden, T., et al.: Configuring the Ubiquitous Home. In: Proceedings of the 2004 ACM Symposium on Designing Interactive Systems (DIS 04), Cambridge, Massachusetts, ACM Press, New York (2004)

    Google Scholar 

  39. Sohn, T.Y., Dey, A.K.: iCAP: An Informal Tool for Interactive Prototyping of Context-Aware Applications. In: Proceedings of the International Conference on Pervasive Computing 2006 (Pervasive 2006), Dublin, Ireland, May 2006, pp. 974–975 (2006)

    Google Scholar 

  40. Streitz, N., et al.: Roomware: Towards the Next Generation of Human-Computer Interaction based on an Integrated Design of Real and Virtual Worlds. In: Carroll, J. (ed.) Human-Computer Interaction in the New Millenium, pp. 553–578. Addison-Wesley, Reading (2001)

    Google Scholar 

  41. Tandler, P., et al.: ConnecTables: Dynamic Coupling of Displays for the Flexible Creation of Shared Workspaces. In: Proceedings of User Interface Software and Technology (UIST 2001), Orlando USA, pp. 11–20. ACM Press, New York (2001)

    Chapter  Google Scholar 

Download references

Author information

Authors and Affiliations

  1. Université Joseph Fourier, LIG, 385 rue de la Bibliothèque, BP 53, 38041 Grenoble Cedex 9, France

    Joëlle Coutaz

Authors
  1. Joëlle Coutaz
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

Editor information

Karin Coninx Kris Luyten Kevin A. Schneider

Rights and permissions

Reprints and permissions

Copyright information

© 2007 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg

About this paper

Cite this paper

Coutaz, J. (2007). Meta-User Interfaces for Ambient Spaces. In: Coninx, K., Luyten, K., Schneider, K.A. (eds) Task Models and Diagrams for Users Interface Design. TAMODIA 2006. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 4385. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-70816-2_1

Download citation

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-70816-2_1

  • Publisher Name: Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg

  • Print ISBN: 978-3-540-70815-5

  • Online ISBN: 978-3-540-70816-2

  • eBook Packages: Computer ScienceComputer Science (R0)

Publish with us

Policies and ethics

Search

Navigation