Week #3: New week, New domain ✨

Shifting Gears – Redefining Our Domain

In our second week, we revisited the direction of our project and made a pivotal decision to redefine our focus. Initially, we had chosen two domains: Anxiety in the Home Space and Interaction Between Family. However, as we progressed, we felt these domains didn’t fully align with the vision we wanted to pursue.

To refine our approach, we revisited our expert interviews and searched for additional recurring themes. One concept stood out clearly: "Tasks". Whether it was household chores, schoolwork, or the division of responsibilities among family members, tasks were a common thread in the challenges raised by our experts.

our new domain- tasks in the home environment

we decided to shift our domain to tasks in the home environment. We gathered insights from previous interviews with Ayala Freier, a clinical psychologist, and Rinath Draizin, a parent coach. Additionally, we conducted an interview with a new expert, Tami, a mother of four, to broaden our understanding. Through these conversations, we identified four central problems related to tasks:

1. Lack of recycling habits due to low awareness, motivation, or infrastructure in the home.

2. Resistance from children when asked to complete chores, often due to a lack of motivation or engagement.

3. Struggling to concentrate on schoolwork at home due to distractions from the phone, exacerbated by distractions and the absence of a structured environment.

   
   

Interviews with End Users

Next, we designed questionnaires to validate these findings with end users—parents and children. We planned and conducted interviews with two parents and two children to better understand their perspectives. several recurring themes emerged.

• Parents often carry the majority of household responsibilities, while children require incentives to participate in chores. As one parent shared, "We have to offer rewards like extra screen time just to get them to help with chores." 

• Digital distractions, particularly phones, were highlighted as a significant barrier to concentration during schoolwork. A teenager echoed the challenge of focusing on schoolwork, saying, "I start my homework but then get distracted by my phone and end up scrolling for an hour." 

• Additionally, recycling was described as inconvenient due to a lack of proper infrastructure and clear guidelines. one interviewee summed it up: "It’s just too complicated and messy, so we often skip it altogether."

These insights underline the need for solutions that promote shared responsibility, reduce distractions, and simplify sustainable practices at home.

Looking ahead

This week marked a turning point for our project, allowing us to hone in on a domain that feels both meaningful and actionable. As we move forward, we are excited to use these insights to craft innovative solutions that address the challenges of managing tasks in the home. Stay tuned for more updates next week! 🚀