“Street Dreamer” is an interactive installation designed to raise awareness about drug exposure and abuse among Malaysian adolescents and young adults. Using realistic drug props and animations, the project educates users on recognising drug use and understanding its consequences. Through an engaging interactive experience, participants learn about the effects and dangers of drug abuse, promoting community awareness and preventive action.
Student 1: Tan Ji Kean
Student 2: Voon Run En
Student 3: Loh Pei Shien
Issue & Challenges
In Malaysia, around 2,138 adolescents (9.25%) abused drugs in 2010, with most users aged 19–39, followed by 13–18. The easy availability of drugs threatens young adults and teens, highlighting the need for community awareness and vigilance to address this issue effectively.
Concepts & Idea
The idea involves using realistic drug props to depict the appearance of drugs and their effects, alongside educating users on recognising drug consumption through actual methods. Animation is utilised to illustrate the characteristics of drug users and the consequences of drug abuse.
Technical Execution
The user interaction for this project begins with the participant placing the realistic drug props on their hand to initiate the experience. Once all the drug props are positioned, an animation is triggered that visually demonstrates the effects and impact of drug use. The next step involves the participant attempting to remove the drug props, symbolising an effort to stop or reverse drug consumption. This action leads to the display of a different animation, which illustrates the challenges and outcomes associated with attempting to quit drug use. This interactive approach aims to create an engaging and educational experience, fostering awareness of the dangers of drug abuse and the difficulties in overcoming addiction.
