2025

Design Awards Silver Winner - Harvard Innovation Lab

CrossTune

Entrant

Harvard Innovation Lab

Category

Interface & User Experience (NEW) - User Experience (UX)

Client's Name

Harvard Innovation Lab

Country / Region:

United States

The adoption of hearing aids is low among teens and young adults. Most hearing devices on the market are single-piece designs, focusing on function while overlooking their role in self-expression, presence, and social interaction. CrossTune redefines hearing wearables as adaptive devices that balance function and self-expression across social and private spaces. With modular, AI-powered generative 3D designs, CrossTune invites users—both those with hearing impairments and those seeking bold fashion—to personalize their devices. CrossTune’s mission is to give users back the choice of tuning in or out while embracing their unique style.

Credits

Sijia Ma
Harvard Graduate School of Design
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