Swinburne Living Lab

Vision of the Living Lab is Wellbeing and Enjoyment for Whole of Life. Its mission is: “Enriching everyday living of older adults through co-design”. Its objectives are:

1. to enhance wellbeing of older adults through development of products, services, and experiences;
2. to become national leaders in the co- design of products, services, and experiences for the wellbeing of older adults;
3. to conduct evidence-based research on the effectiveness of products, services, and experiences for older adults;
4. to advocate on policy and funding matters for the wellbeing of older adults with funders, regulators, and peak bodies;
5. to increase the recognition of the potential and impact of the Living Lab concept and practice nationally and internationally;
6. to provide training in design through workshops and other activities

Areas of work:

• Culture and Creativity (Creative Sectors)
• Education and/or Vocational Training
• Emerging Technologies (e.g. AI, AR/VR)
• Health and Well Being
• Mobility
• Smart Cities and Regions
• Social Innovation and Inclusion