Surface Texture and User Interaction in Ceramic Tableware: Exploring the Dimensions of Tactile Experience
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https://doi.org/10.37134/kupasseni.vol14.sp.1.2026Keywords:
Surface Texture , Ceramic Tableware, Tactile Experience, User Interaction, SensoryAbstract
Surface texture in ceramic tableware is a pivotal determinant of functional performance and tactile user experience. This paper examines the multifaceted role of surface texture in influencing tactile engagement, user interaction, and response within domestic ceramic contexts. Employing a comprehensive qualitative methodology grounded in literature analysis and case classification, the study systematically unpacks the material, aesthetic, and symbolic facets of surface texture. Findings demonstrate that tactile qualities are not merely decorative attributes but constitute core parameters that inform usability, sensory pleasure, and cultural meaning. Moreover, the nuanced interplay between texture and ergonomics elevates everyday tableware from utilitarian objects to vessels of personal and collective identity. By elucidating the theoretical and practical implications of surface texture, this research offers novel insights for designers and scholars seeking to advance the discipline of sensory driven ceramic design.
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