An Augmented Reality Journey that reveals the hidden wonders of San Diego's most iconic park.
An Augmented Reality Journey that reveals the hidden wonders of San Diego's most iconic park.
From Reality to AR Discover hidden layers of nature.
From Reality to AR Discover hidden layers of nature.
Mobile App Coming Soon in iOS and Android
Mobile App Coming Soon in iOS and Android
Overview
Balboa Park Alive! is a mobile Augmented Reality (AR) app designed to bring San Diego’s Balboa Park to life by making biodiversity visible and interactive. Families can cultivate native plants, release butterflies, and explore ecosystems through location-based AR experiences, building ecological literacy and fostering environmental stewardship.
Overview
Balboa Park Alive! is a mobile Augmented Reality (AR) app designed to bring San Diego’s Balboa Park to life by making biodiversity visible and interactive. Families can cultivate native plants, release butterflies, and explore ecosystems through location-based AR experiences, building ecological literacy and fostering environmental stewardship.
Ecological Literacy
IMPACT
Inclusive Access
Environmental Stewardship
Educational Innovation
Public Engagement
Project Co-Lead
Prof. Biayna Bogosian
Ying Choon Wu
Researchers
Akshit Nassa
Daniel Jalali
Jake Yenny
Ex Researchers
Vishwa Bhatt (MYSELF)
Tommy Sharkey
Joshua Pallag
Aimee Qi
Project Co-Lead
Prof. Biayna Bogosian
Ying Choon Wu
Researchers
Akshit Nassa
Daniel Jalali
Jake Yenny
Ex Researchers
Vishwa Bhatt (MYSELF)
Tommy Sharkey
Joshua Pallag
Aimee Qi
My Role
🎨 UI Designer
Created playful, accessible UI flows for AR simulations
📖 Research Assistant
Studied biodiversity education strategies to align design with learning goals
🗺️ GIS Mapping
Supported AR accuracy by mapping park zones for demo events.
My Role
🎨 UI Designer
Created playful, accessible UI flows for AR simulations
📖 Research Assistant
Studied biodiversity education strategies to align design with learning goals
🗺️ GIS Mapping
Supported AR accuracy by mapping park zones for demo events.
Designing for nature means designing for everyone
