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Kris Layng
Chief Creative Officer at Parallux
Kris Layng is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer (CCO) at Parallux, a company focused on creating immersive 3D experiences and metaverse spaces.12 Here's an overview of his background and role:
Professional Experience
Layng has over 15 years of experience in spatial design, set design, and art direction.3 His career has spanned various fields:
- Set Design: He worked as a set designer and creative director in film and TV.1
- Academic Research: Layng spent time at the Future Reality Lab at New York University, where he explored virtual reality and augmented reality technologies.15
- Entrepreneurship: In 2018, he co-founded Parallux, a creative technology company focused on immersive mixed reality experiences.45
Role at Parallux
As Co-Founder and CCO of Parallux, Layng is responsible for:
- Overseeing the creative direction of the company
- Developing immersive 3D experiences for clients
- Exploring new technologies in AR and VR
- Collaborating with major companies like Amazon, Netflix, and Meta2
Expertise and Interests
Layng is particularly interested in:
- Copresence: Creating virtual environments where people feel like they're in the same physical space.1
- Democratizing 3D Experiences: Making immersive technologies accessible to a wider audience.1
- Cross-platform Development: Creating experiences that work on desktop, mobile, and VR headsets.1
Notable Projects
- Led an Augmented Reality project called "Mary and the Monster".4
- Created experiences for film festivals such as Tribeca, Cannes, and Sundance.1
Layng's work combines his background in traditional set design with cutting-edge technology to create innovative immersive experiences in the metaverse and beyond.
Highlights
Oct 19 · lift.comcast.com
3D Metaverse Experiences Made Easy With Parallux
Oct 3 · youtube.com
Parallux's Sebastian Herscher Discusses AR and VR's Emotional ...