SAΦIRE LABS

Exploring the relationship between people & technology

Saphire Labs is a research and development laboratory dedicated to examining the relationship between people and technology. Our work focuses on designing and prototyping both physical and digital systems, tools, and interactive experiences to investigate how technology influences human experiences and the environments they engage with.

Shaping the future with human-centered technology.

At Saphire Labs, we are committed to advancing human-centered technology. Founded in 2022, our work examines how individuals engage with technology in their daily lives. Inspired by the golden ratio, our name reflects a dedication to balance, clarity, and structure in everything we create.

Saphire Labs' Vision

Apply research and develop both physical and digital solutions that deliver practical insights into human interactions and the systems surrounding them. Saphire's work aim to enhance understanding and usability, ensuring relevance and impact.

Saphire's mission is to develop systems, experiences, & tools that enable people understand & explore the intersections of technology, data, & human behavior.

About the Lab

Empowering innovation with proven tools & techniques.

At Saphire Labs, we apply a multidisciplinary approach to develop solutions rooted in behavioral insights, software development, and engineering. 

Human Interaction

We bridge the gap between technology and human interaction.

System Design &
Development

Interactive
Prototyping

Behavioral
Insights

Meet the Founder

Steve Zafeiriou, founder of Saphire Labs, is a new media artist and technologist whose work investigates the boundary between perception and reality. He explores how technology shapes, influences, and sometimes distorts our understanding of the world. Steve, guides the lab with focus on delivering clarity, accessibility, and results that provide meaningful perspectives on how people engage with technology.

Process Overview

Exploring human interaction through technology.

Saphire Labs serves as a platform to examine how technology shapes perception, interaction, and decision-making. Our work begins with fundamental questions about human behavior and employs technology as a tool to systematically investigate these dynamics.

What We Do

Researching the relationship between people & technology.

At Saphire Labs, we focus on understanding the connections between human interaction and technology. Our work encompass the study of behavior, the design of functional systems, and the creation of adaptive environments driven by real-world data.

 

Research &
Experimentation

We investigate how technology affects perception & decision-making, starting with questions about human behavior.

Technology &
Development

By collecting & utilizing data, we create interactive systems, physical prototypes, & installations that respond dynamically to human actions.

Understanding
Human Behavior

We study how individuals engage with technology, uncovering patterns that provide better insights into digital environments.

Grounded in Science &
Design Principles

Our work integrates computational science, psychology, & established design methods, ensuring that each project is backed by reliable research & practices.

How We Work

Advancing technology to craft meaningful experiences.

Our process begins by asking foundational questions about concepts. Through software development and hardware engineering, we build prototypes and systems to explore these questions. We refine our methods through iterative testing, ensuring each project delivers clear and immersive storytelling.

Drawing Inspiration

Observing Behavior and Environments
Our inspiration stems from observing people—how they interact with one another and their surroundings. We study how human behavior is shaped by external factors and environments, which informs the core of our projects.

Prototyping

Building Foundations Through Experimentation
Prototyping is a critical phase in our creative process. It begins with conducting research, followed by sketching ideas and visualizing potential systems that establish the foundation for each project. This stage frequently incorporates software development and engineering to translate initial concepts into tangible outcomes.

Curating

Refining Outputs to Align with Objectives
Once prototypes are developed and their outputs observed, we move to the curating phase. Here, we identify the results that best align with the project’s objectives and address the human-centric questions that sparked its creation.

Finalizing the Format

Shaping the Experience for Engagement
In the final stage, we determine the project’s format. This critical step defines how people will engage with the work, ensuring the final form is both impactful and aligned with the intended audience.

Why It Matters

Examining technology's role in shaping behavior & systems.

Technology is redefining how we live, work, and communicate. By understanding its impact on behavior, individuals, organizations, and societies can make informed decisions and design more effective tools.

Designing systems that respond to real-world behavior.

Integrating Technology, Data, & Design for Behavioral Insights

At Saphire Labs, we create systems and tools that analyze and respond to real-world behavior. Through the integration of technology, data, and design, we explore the intricacies of human interaction and behavior.

Lab's Research

Explore our research & Its applications.

Our work spans a variety of outcomes, including interactive installations, educational tools, and systems designed to analyze and visualize behavioral data.

Research and Insights.

Our research examines the relationships between technology, human behavior, and emotional perspectives. These findings offer actionable insights that inform the design of systems and experiences responsive to real-world data.

Understanding emotional perspectives through data.

Analyzing Core Emotions to Understand Behavioral Patterns
Our focused studies investigate how individuals perceive six core emotions—neutrality, anger, joy, fear, sadness, and surprise. This research examines the connections between emotions, personal experiences, and external influences, providing deeper insight into human behavior and interaction.

Contact

Connect with the
laboratory.

We encourage you to connect with us to discuss potential collaborations, ask about our work, or explore opportunities for engagement. Whether you are an individual, an organization, or someone interested in how technology influences the human experience, we look forward to hearing from you.