| vvvv a multipurpose toolkit |
VVVV is a toolkit for real time video synthesis. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time motion graphics, networks, video and light that can interact with many users simultaneously.
VVVV is free for noncommercial use, and can be downloaded at vvvv.org commercial licenses can be ordered at the vvvv.org online shop.
The development of vvvv was initiated 1998 by Sebastian Oschatz and Max Wolf at MESO to built a high performance multimedia tool to prototype and implement leading edge media installations. They were joined shortly after by Sebastian Gregor who invented many of the core algorithms. In 2000 Joreg joined the team at MESO to set up the graphical user interface as his diploma thesis. In the first years vvvv was used exclusively as an in house tool. The first public release was in December 2002.
In 2006 the further development of vvvv was handed over to the vvvv group consisting out of Joreg, Sebastian Oschatz, Sebastian Gregor and Max Wolf, who coordinate further developments of the software. The development is now lead by Joreg and Sebastian Gregor.
This page lists many of the projects which have been implemented with VVVV by MESO Digital Interiors.
MESO Digital Interiors developed and implemented a playback concept and developed a motion design for the EVO´s Dockside Crane in Offenbach for Luminale 2010.
A stereoscopic interactive exhibit playing with the concept of a gambling machine.
Not magic but an illusionary technique called Pepper’s Ghost we used for BMW’s Actice Hybrid exhibit at Automobisalon Geneva 2010 to display the function and workings of the new hybrid motor.
Our most appreciated friend and partner Tina Funcke from dezentrot visuelle Kommunikation invited MESO to develop the conceptual design and realisation of two portable presenters and one table displaying the latest materials and textures used in Lufthansas First Class Cabins.
In cooperation with GFG/ Gruppe für Gestaltung GmbH MESO Digital Interiors developed an interactive table to present our client Jacobs University Bremen at the Expo10 in Shanghai.
a digital lighting solution for artist Tobias Rehberger
After the successful cooperation for Audi´s performance at the Geneva Motorshow our client Mutabor comissioned MESO again with the re-use of the multi touch Efficiency-Table and the realisation of additional exhibits for the Internationale Automobilausstellung 2009 in Frankfurt.
A sculpted, superwide multitouch multiscreen system featuring a very nonrectangular interaction design for the concept car HED-7 ‘iFlow’ by Hyundai’s European Design Center.
Motion Design on the Uniqa headquarter, Budapest
Under the creative lead of our client Intuity MESO Digital Interiors developed two exhibits for EnBW at the Hannover Industry Fair HMI 2009.
Development and implementation of an integrated illumination system for the Mercedes Benz Galleries
For Mutabor Design GmbH MESO Digital Interiors implemented a multitouch table presenting all efficiency features of Audi automobiles at the Geneva Motor Show 2009.
Phenomenon “Night” – a multi-faceted approach in the Haus am Dom Frankfurt
Implementation of the media control system and the development of a generative data room as well as three different real-time data visualizations, media just as videos, ambient light and sound.
MINI Crossover Concept Car Touch Globe at Mondial de l’Automobil Paris 2008
MESO Digital Interiors developed all interactive exhibits for Siemens at the IFA Berlin 2008 and 2009
MESO Digital Interiors developed an interactive table for Siemens at Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin 2008 for the presentation of Siemens new coffee maker.
MESO Digital Interiors developed an interactive table for Nikon at Photokina 08 in Cologne.
Exhibits, LED Programming and Systems Integration for EnBW at the Cebit and HMI booth 2008
More than just the first large-scale vvvv user meeting
Over six days during the NODE08 – Forum for digital Arts, the vvvv developers as well as a great part of the most distinguished and most obsessed vvvv users imparted their methods and techniques in a string of workshops.
The NODE08 – Forum for Digital Arts Exhibitions with theverymany (Marc Fornes & Skylar Tibbits), Christian Riekoff and Andreas Schmelas, Benedikt Groß, Verena Friedrich, Martin Zeplichal, Eno Henze, Phillip Steinweber and Andreas Koller, Sebastian Oschatz and many more.
Along with the vvvv group (Sebastian Oschatz, Max Wolf, Joreg and Sebastian Gregor), a line of renowned speakers (Casey Reas, Herbert W. Franke, Paul Prudence, Verena Kuni, Regine Debatty, Mark Fornes & Skylar Tibbits and Berthold Scharrer) provided insights to their works and domains on April 8th 2008, moderated by Eno Henze.
An small version of the EnergyGlobe with a huge plexiglass lens creating a stunning optical effect
Data Exploration Table for the steel cold rolling mill C.D. Wälzholz.
Ben van Berkel and the Theatre of Immanence – ON THINGS OF THINGS ON projection
three interactive projections in the first Rotunda of the National Park Center Kellerwald as athmospheric and playful introduction to the exhibition
LED Programming and Exhibits for the Mercedes Benz Hall at the IAA07 in Frankfurt
Mercedes Benz Tektalk Exhibits at IAA 2007
Music Visualisation for the launch event of high-end high-fidelity speakers MUON, designed by Ross Lovegrove for KEF.
Screen shaping for the booth of the SZ Magazin at The Design Annual 2007.
The Treasure Vault hosts various interactive information terminals.
Tracking of the visitors on the floor of the “Kaiser Franz Sinkwerk”.
A hands-on public sound studio for making remixes of the Mannheim Song.
A cost effective system for multi projection. Huge shaped canvases in the exhibition are lit by slowly evolving animations that fit the mood of the exhibition.
Movable Monitor Software for Deutsche Telekom at CeBit 2007
Touchfree Multitouch Media Table and Light Installation for an Exhibition on Energy in Architecture.
Interactive stage sets with realtime audio analysis and position tracking for George Michaels Live25 world tour.
Electronic drums to create music visuals at a tour promoting the new Amstel Pulse.
Visual Instrument for playing the Light Installation at the Gustav-Mahler-Saal in Toblach.
A website, 32 little TFT monitors and a barcode reader were connected to form a system where users can upload their favorite photos, and next time they enter the installation the system shows their collection on the monitors.
360° Full Globe Projection for the Annual Stockholders Meeting of BASF AG 2006 and 2007
Networked Light and Projection System for Konica Minolta Eurolean Leadership Conference 2005.
Interactive Corner Flag Dance Game and Information Terminals at the Football Globe Germany, part of the artistic and cultural programme of the 2006 FIFA World Cup™.
Digital Lighting Fixtures for the Micro Restaurant in the Cocoon Club
New Business Class Innovation World – Interactive Exhibits for the new Lufthansa Business Class seat.
Cocoon Club realtime 360° visuals on the membrane wall surrounding the main dance floor
360° Surround Projection and game terminals in the FIFA WM Globe.
design of a science periodical on WDR TV Channel with a live projected studio set
Interactive visualization of the Mercedes Benz Plant through the course of ten decades
A web based Content Management System to a vvvv-based playout-system and scheduling system allows the client to control LED lights, conventional light fixtures, plasma monitor sources, projectors (including curtains) and sound tracks without having to deal with light desks and multiple devices.
As you have seen above, MESO Digital Interiors successfully used VVVV in the following areas: