Adaptive
Imagination
HCI Research • Ameer Omidvar
Definition
AI can dissolve the technical barriers that once separated imagination from visualization. It enables anyone—not just experts—to give form to their ideas instantly.
Purpose
To make imagination accessible and interactive by translating thoughts, sketches, or photos into believable visual or experiential representations.
Design Guidance
Use simple inputs (text, photo, voice) to create complex outputs.
Maintain fidelity to the user’s original intent—AI should amplify, not replace imagination.
Keep iteration fluid; imagination thrives through play, not configuration.
Aim for believability, not strict realism.
Empower non-experts through intuitive interfaces.
Example
A user uploads a photo of their living room and visualizes how a new pool table would look. AI bridges idea and reality without requiring editing skills.
