A mirror with lights that seems to go on forever: a portal for attention. In this fact sheet you will find what this tool is for, the activities you can do in a SENSEi room and some tips for getting the most out of it.

What is the infinity tunnel

The infinity tunnel is a mirror with lights that, through a play of reflections, creates the illusion of a deep tunnel. The lights move and change colour.

Why in a SENSEi room

In a SENSEi room the tunnel becomes the portal to the next scene: you look inside, count to three and the room changes world. It is an object that captures the gaze and helps with concentration.

The SENSEi room is controlled from a tablet: the adult chooses the scene and adjusts intensity, speed and volume, so every session adapts to the person and not the other way round.

Activities to try

• The portal: look into the tunnel before moving on to a new activity: a transition ritual.
• Follow the light: the lights race towards the end and the eyes follow them.
• Counting the circles: for older children, count the rings of light you can see.
• Magic moment: a shared pause of wonder at the start of the session.

Who it helps

Children with attention difficulties, preschools, moments of transition between activities.

Tips for use and safety

It must be securely fixed and protected from knocks. For people who are photosensitive, choose slow animations.

Frequently asked questions

Does the infinity tunnel also work on its own?

Yes, but it works best inside a multisensory environment where projections, sounds, lights and other tools tell the same experience. That is the principle of SENSEi rooms.

Can it be added to an existing room?

Often, yes. Every room comes from a project shared with the people who will use it: we start from the spaces, the people and the goals, then choose the most suitable tools.

Want to learn more? Read the complete guide to the tools of the SENSEi room or tell us about your project.