Xavier Nokes, MA, is a creator, designer, and practicing artist interested in the transformative nature of spaces and environments. His work permeates the digital and physical, with the hope of creating worlds and experiences that allow people a sense of beauty and escapism. His research with the Pleasant Experiences Project (PEP) has provided him the opportunity to explore virtual reality/360 video, and he hopes to continue work developing experiences of this and various other mediums. He is currently pursuing a PhD in the Arts, Media, and Engineering program at ASU.