Building Phygital Interfaces on Snap Spectacles

Turning physical objects into interfaces for AR

What does it mean to design for a world where physical and digital merge? In this deep-dive interview, designer Orlando Mathias shares how he uses a physical-first approach to create interactions in augmented reality. From prototyping with real materials to working with Snap Spectacles and AI, he unpacks how designers can break free from mobile-centric thinking and build meaningful spatial experiences.

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