Visualizing Heat Distribution with "Wave of Warmth" – The Challenge of Unifying Functionality & Beauty in Textiles

Project Foil marks the first textile development endeavor by the ZOZO Group. This initiative is a collaborative research project on "developing new textiles that combine functionality and beauty," undertaken with HOSOO Co., Ltd., and the Yasuaki Kakehi Laboratory at the Interfaculty Initiative in Information Studies, The University of Tokyo. This effort has resulted in creations that merge traditional craftsmanship with advanced materials and interaction technologies. Currently, the ongoing exhibition "Ambient Weaving─Environment and Textile" showcases five pieces, including textiles that change color with environmental temperature, fabric incorporating computer-controlled organic EL lighting, and materials that harden under ultraviolet light.

This time, we introduce "Wave of Warmth," which uses leuco dyes that change color with heat. Please enjoy the documentation video of the concept and production process of the work.