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Aging-Friendly Interactive Design for Smart Homes to Enhance Positive User Experiences for Older Adults
Liyan Bu1, Chunpeng Hua1, Weicheng Pan1
1School of Art and Design, Shenyang Aerospace University, Shenyang, China.
Experimental Aging Research
|February 8, 2026
Summary
Smart home design for older adults needs to prioritize emotional well-being and community connection. Positive user experience (UX) principles can guide development to improve quality of life and technology acceptance among elderly users.
Area of Science:
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Gerontology
- Smart Home Technology
Background:
- Global aging trends necessitate improved smart home user experience (UX) for older adults.
- Current smart home designs often neglect the psychological and emotional needs of elderly users.
- Enhancing quality of life, social participation, and mental well-being is crucial for this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the needs and experiences of older adults with smart home systems.
- To propose an optimization framework for smart home design focused on positive UX for the elderly.
- To investigate factors influencing acceptance and long-term use intention of smart homes by older adults.
Main Methods:
- Employed a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative and qualitative data collection.
- Utilized a four-stage study: pre-experiment, smart home simulation, interviews, and data analysis.
- Collected data on task completion, success rates, and emotional responses during simulated smart home tasks.
Main Results:
- Value recognition, emotional feedback, and community integration significantly impact smart home acceptance.
- Older adults' emotional responses and task performance were recorded during simulations.
- Qualitative interviews provided deeper insights into user experiences and needs.
Conclusions:
- Positive user experience (UX) theory offers valuable guidance for smart home design for older adults.
- Integrating technology with emotional care is essential for enhancing elderly users' quality of life.
- This study provides a novel framework for developing user-centered smart home solutions for an aging population.
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