As socialising online became the norm due to the Covid-19 pandemic, how might design bridge the physical to digital? Coco is a video calling companion for our friends and family. It translates the non-verbal cues subtly present in our face-to-face communication to reflect the human presence lost from isolation.

Designed with the intention for passive video calling, users can interact with one another both synchronously and asynchronously.

Left: Users can leave messages for one another using the pen tool. 
Right: The screen gradually darkens when a user leaves her seat.

Onboarding and customisations on the platform.