We exhibited the bed for the first time at the Bartlett Transitions exhibition during the London Festival of Architecture 2023. As a pivotal member of the team, I spearheaded the Exhibition Design and Curation efforts, meticulously crafting an immersive experience that highlighted our work's evolution and significance. Through thoughtful presentation and storytelling, we captivated visitors and fostered meaningful engagement with our designs. This opportunity not only showcased our creativity and expertise but also reinforced our commitment to pushing boundaries and shaping the future of architecture and design. While the people were on the bed, or after, we asked them some questions that would help us in our study. Some of the questions we were:

1. How does it feel to be hugged by a machine?

2. How does this sensation differ from receiving a “real” hug from another human being?

3. Did the experience turn out to be different from how you had imagined it at the beginning just by looking at the device? In other words, did the visual aesthetic influence your anticipation of the experience?

4. Do you think the experience would be different knowing that the machine is completely automated as opposed to being operated by a human?