ram   random act machine

ram random act machine by aidan barrett from australia

designer's own words:

Although they appear to be busy and full of activity, contemporary cities can often be isolating, impersonal environments. The Random Act Machine (RAM) encourages city citizens to connect with one another and engage with their wider community. Unlike standard vending machines that dispense snacks, RAM issues consumers with small tasks which aim to brighten the lives of the users and the people of the city. Once a user completes their task, they can share their story on the RAM website and also suggest tasks for RAM; thus playing an active role in creating the kind of community they want to live in.

Diagram of the RAM system

ram__image_b.jpg The Random Act Machine