Layer provides the Layer Canvas, a 41.7‑inch ultra‑resolution display with a dedicated GPU, true‑black backlight and P3 wide‑color gamut that renders real‑time generative artwork. The device uses ambient light sensors, Bluetooth presence detection and an Art Intelligence engine to curate and adapt a subscription‑based library of digital works, while a companion app lets users adjust generative parameters. It targets high‑net‑worth collectors, interior designers and luxury hospitality spaces.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional display solutions—such as static frames, television screens, or generic digital frames—cannot faithfully render code‑based generative artworks, which require real‑time processing, high contrast, and precise color reproduction. As a result, collectors and interior designers lack a dedicated platform for showcasing living digital art in private or commercial spaces. The absence of an integrated curation system also means users must manually source and manage individual pieces, limiting the experience to static, disconnected works.
Solution
Layer delivers a purpose‑built, museum‑grade display called the Layer Canvas that combines a dedicated GPU, ultra‑resolution panel, true‑black backlight, and wide‑gamut P3 color to render generative art in real time. The device includes ambient light sensors and Bluetooth presence detection, allowing the display to adjust brightness and mood‑based content without invasive cameras or microphones. Layer’s proprietary Art Intelligence engine continuously sequences a curated library of over 250 digital works, adapting selections to the room’s vibration and user preferences. A three‑year subscription to the Layer Curation provides ongoing access to new pieces and infinite variations, while the companion app lets owners co‑create by influencing parameters of the artwork. Installation is simplified through wall‑mount or ceiling‑hang options and requires only power and Wi‑Fi connectivity.
Target Audience
The primary customers are high‑net‑worth private collectors, interior designers, boutique hotels, and luxury residential projects seeking a premium, continuously evolving digital art experience.
Features
- 41.7 in ultra‑resolution display with true‑black backlight and P3 wide‑color gamut for precise visual fidelity.
- Dedicated GPU engine runs real‑time code, enabling infinite variations of generative art without latency.
- Environmental light sensors and Bluetooth presence detection automatically adjust brightness and content mood.
- Proprietary Art Intelligence curates and sequences works, learning from ambient conditions and user interaction.
- Secure Wi‑Fi enabled cloud service delivers updates, new artworks, and analytics while maintaining HIPAA‑level data privacy.
- Companion mobile app provides co‑creation controls, allowing users to tweak generative parameters on the fly.
- White‑glove installation support with wall‑mount and ceiling‑hang options, requiring only a power outlet and internet connection.