Hybrid environments: sonic interfaces in public spaces

Sonic interfaces modify sound environments thereby generating other listening states, in individual or collec- tive ways, and may also change the spatial environment perception. The purpose of this article is to discuss possibilities and limits brought about by merging audio and spatial environments in public spaces, perceived collectively, and define concepts for sound interventions. This article is a presentation of a study in progress, conducted at Nomads.usp. This research seeks to suggest different perceptions of public spaces via sonic interfaces, revisit sonic environment concepts and provide experiences and opportunities for intellectual estrangement by means of mediated listening.