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Jurassic World Rebirth features a collection of interfaces that help sell the plausibility of its fictional world. From the amber-toned control systems monitoring the island's infrastructure to a digital chart table aboard the expedition boat, these interfaces offer a glimpse into the technological sophistication of the world, helping make Île Saint-Hubert feel like a believable place. The island…
There's a lot of great FUI design to explore in Andor Season 2 , by the talented folk at BLIND LTD , including: TIE Fighter cockpit displays targeting scopes industrial equipment medical devices tablets espionage tools desktop computers used throughout the Empire Each planet introduces its own flavour of technology, but a consistent visual language helps tie everything together and makes it all…
Hey everyone, after an extended break I wanted to give a quick update. Full disclosure, I've been busy launching a game on Nintendo Switch called Skate Bums , a passion project years in the making with a close friend of mine. It's my first time shipping a game and the lead-up took much longer than expected! Now that it's out in the world, HUDS+GUIS will be starting up again shortly, we've got some…
It’s that time again, we’re wrapping up the year, so here’s our recap of what we explored in 2025. This year we explored some examples of retro sci-fi, from the analog-future vibes of Alien: Romulus and Silo , to anime cyberpunk in Cyber City Oedo 808 . Along the way, we revisited how older visions of the future continue to shape modern design language. On the product side, we looked into evolving…
The South Korean Netflix series The Silent Sea is packed with FUIs, from holographic displays and weapon UIs to handheld scanners, mobile interfaces, and control panels. I was very interested to see FUI designs from a Korean production. Korean characters tend to be more compact than English, providing designers with a bit more breathing room in layouts. That said, I was surprised to find that many…
Continuing on the topic of UI systems, here’s a look at Google’s Material 3 Expressive design system . The past decade has been dominated by extreme minimalism, so it’s refreshing to see an update that doesn’t strip things away, but instead brings personality, variety, and more human qualities back into interfaces. Material Design has long been celebrated for its consistency. But consistency can…
Here’s a look at Apple’s Liquid Glass UI , showcased at WWDC 2025. Reviews have been mixed, with some praising its visual ambition and others highlighting accessibility concerns, even likening it to Windows Vista. Whether you're a fan or not, there’s no denying it has sparked important conversations in UI design. Personally, I see it as a promising move. It’s encouraging to see a major industry…
Here’s a look at the FUI of Cyber City Oedo 808, a gritty cyberpunk anime full of retro-futuristic designs. From car dashboards and cockpits readouts to police files, and schematics, these interfaces play a key role in shaping the world and its atmosphere. Dashboard and cockpit UI The designs are wonderfully abstract, using lines, shapes, and motion to suggest complexity without over-explaining.…
Here's a look at the UI from the Apple TV series Silo , which takes place in an underground city where the citizens rely on fairly dated technology. Much of the UI work here is reminiscent of old DOS-based systems, but there are also glimpses of more modern and advanced UI. Hard Drive UI The hard drive retrieved by George features a series of simple text-based menus with a green monochrome…
The Alien franchise has always been a rich resource for fans of FUI, and Alien: Romulus is no exception. This latest entry has loads of examples that stay true to the signature retro sci-fi aesthetic that we’ve come to know and love from this universe. From cockpit displays and control panels to handheld scanners, CRT video feeds, and even an auto-aiming rifle scope, Alien: Romulus has lots to…
We’re reaching the end of the year, so here’s our recap of 2024. Unsurprisingly, several of the projects we explored this year had something to do with Artificial Intelligence, whether it’s innovative product developments or fictional interpretations of AI. There’s no doubt that AI is going to be a part of our world moving forward so we will likely be seeing more explorations of this in future…
🎉 The HUDS+GUIS Store is officially open! You can now pick up some HUDS+GUIS merch, including caps, t-shirts, and mugs! We’re just getting started and might add even more goodies down the line. A huge thank you to everyone who’s already grabbed a t-shirt, cap or a book — your support means the world to us. And for those who’ve been asking for more ways to show support, now you can do so in style!…
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning revolves around artificial intelligence, which seems to be a common theme lately (see Heart of Stone ). The film does a great job of exploring the powerful implications of a weaponised AI. So as you’d expect there’s plenty of nice examples of FUI in this latest instalment but this time with a deeper focus on AI. Artificial Intelligence An AI model can be…
Mobile Suit Gundam: SENJOU NO KIZUNA II is a multi-screen, fully immersive arcade experience. The setup uses multiple displays that give players the sensation of piloting a huge mech. Even the lobby screen is presented to feel like you’re in a hanger loading bay being prepped before battle. The triple-screen setup creates a cockpit atmosphere where menus and controls surround you, adding a wider…
Heart of Stone is an action-packed espionage thriller, centred around an advanced AI system called “The Heart'“, which has the ability to predict and prevent global threats. The film does an amazing job of visualising how it functions and how users interact with it. Every scene featuring FUI, is beautifully presented and easy to comprehend. This is a real treat for FUI fans, there are plenty of…
Here’s a quick look at Frame , AI powered glasses by Brilliant Labs . Frame is powered by an AI assistant called Noa, which utilizes cutting-edge AI models including Perplexity AI, Stable Diffusion (Stability AI), GPT-4 (OpenAI), and Whisper for speech recognition. Many AI powered glasses in market utilise audio feedback, like the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. Those rely on voice commands and…
Here’s a closer look at the Humane AI pin’s projection UI and gestural inputs. The Humane AI pin is a multi-modal wearable device that attaches to your clothing via a strong magnet. The pin allows you to access a voice assistant and also engage with a UI that’s projected from the pin onto your hand. There’s been a lot of criticism about this first generation release but despite this there’s some…
Here’s a look at BMW’s i5 Flow NOSTOKANA, a concept car showcasing their color changing technology. Through electrically animated E Ink film segments, this vehicle essentially transforms into a life sized Hot Wheels car. The car uses the work of African artist Esther Mahlangu to demonstrate the concept but you can imagine the possibilities. The technology works by using electrically charged ink,…
Here’s a look at the various FUI from Disney + Pixar’s Lightyear. There’s a lot of different examples in the film, all of which fits within this overarching feel that blends a toy-like aesthetic with a touch of realism. Wrist mounted UI The interfaces used by Buzz Lightyear and the other characters from Earth seem to draw inspiration directly from Buzz's iconic space suit. They all have this…
That’s another year done, time is flying! We explored some interesting projects this year and uncovered some really thought provoking ideas. We dived deep into some sci-fi and spy genres and explored the future with some brave concept projects. I say this every year but I mean it every time… I am always blown away by the awesome people who have made HUDS+GUIS such a great project since it’s…