Reef: A Digital Aquarium That Turns Screen-Free Time into a Gentle Ritual

The “Reef” concept by designer Sumin Kim reimagines digital detox as a calming experience, not a restriction. By staying away from screens, users help their virtual sea creatures thrive—making absence a positive, rewarding ritual.

This digital tank sits inside a minimalist translucent frame, available in soft pastel blue or yellow. It evokes the serene presence of a real aquarium on your desk. Thoughtful physical tools like a spoon for feeding and a scraper for cleaning make interaction tactile, bridging the digital and the tangible. If neglected for days, the tank grows cloudy, and the fish may even faint—gentle cues that encourage presence and mindful care.

Reef embraces screen breaks as nurturing habits, inviting moments of calm and presence throughout the day. It’s a playful yet thoughtful way to reshape our relationship with technology—turning absence into growth, and stress into serenity.

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