3D Design: Exhibition Design

Understanding Exhibition Design

Dive into the diverse realm of exhibition design by studying range of exhibitions from trade shows and museum installations to thematic fairs and artist showcases.
Understand that the primary purpose of an exhibition is to communicate a narrative effectively.
Explore works of renowned Exhibition Designers like Ralph Appelbaum, Janet Abrams and study their design approach and methodologies.
Understand the importance of audience engagement and the use of interactive elements in exhibitions.

Key Aspects of Exhibition Design

Learn how the concept development process works, starting from brainstorming to the final design.
Appreciate the usefulness of layout plans, cross sections, and scale models, which help visualise and plan an exhibition.
Understand the significance of usage of light, colour, texture, sound and other elements to enhance the visitor experience.
Grasp the concept of user flow and visitor journey within the exhibition space.
Understand how sustainability and inclusive design practices are applied to exhibition design.

Practical Application

Develop skills in sketching and producing detailed plans and 3D models of exhibition spaces.
Enhance your abilities in using CAD and 3D modelling software to produce digital visualisations of your designs.
Develop a design brief that meets the narrative and visitor experience goals.
Utilise a wide array of materials and techniques in model-making to represent your design ideas accurately.

Evaluation and Analysis

Learn how to critique and analyse existing exhibition designs against their objectives.
Understand explicating your design decisions based on the design brief and user experience goals.
Discover the impacts of different design elements on the visitor’s experience.
Recognise how cultural, historical, and societal context can influence and be communicated through exhibition design.

Emerging Technologies in Exhibition Design

Understand the role of advancements like Interactive Displays, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) in creating immersive exhibitions.
Learn how technology is utilised to improve accessibility, for instance through audio aids and touch-sensitive displays.
Explore innovative materials and techniques emerging in the field of exhibition design.
Understand the concept and application of sustainable technologies like energy-efficient lighting and eco-friendly materials in exhibition design.