Low-tek objects in conversation with heating bodies, RUK <r-u-ok?> is a family of thermochromic meditating totems.

Drawing inspiration from Lo-Tek philosophies and an emphasis on analog interaction, RUK is a collection of five hand-carved totems crafted from tropical wood. These totems respond to body temperature, changing color as a result. Higher body temperatures, often indicative of elevated cortisol levels, trigger a transformation in the thermochromic ink from an orange-green hue to a deep blue, signifying heat.


Product Development, Material Selection, Product Narrative
with Andrea Baez