A Framework for Power Dynamics in AR/MR-Aided Design Collaboration

Visualization technologies like AR/MR have transformed traditional design collaboration, significantly impacting power dynamics and conflicting interests among stakeholders. However, there is currently no comprehensive mapping of how AR/MR technologies intersect with power dynamics. Therefore, we propose a framework to examine power structures and influences in AR/MR-aided design collaboration, providing insights into how control and decision-making processes unfold. This framework helps researchers understand how AR/MR technologies affect the negotiation of design outcomes and interpersonal relationships in collaborative settings.