Waugh Thistleton Architects’ Post

For the Architectural Record, Andrew Holder of the LADG | LA Design Group, Inc. describes his office's exhibition design for Eternal Medium: Seeing the World in Stone at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and asks, "As a model for architecture, can the white cube be repurposed to center artifacts, be earnest, include things that originate outside the exhibition, and allow those things to represent themselves as entities separate from the context of the institution? Further, can it do this while retaining something of its power?" https://lnkd.in/eTkuGgyM

A great solution for summer time overheating and reducing cooling loads.

FRIDAY TOOLKIT: Handing to you on a shiny, sustainable, silver platter: For my friends in the #Museum world, would you take this pledge? What are the biggest obstacles to adopting the practices and materials in this guidebook? What steps are the easiest / hardest? #regenerativedesign #materials #sustainability #Netzero #carbonfootprints #themedentertainment #exhibitdesign #WELL #LivingFuture #EveryJobisaGreenJob #design #solarpunk

“Whether you’re eight or eighty, you want your world to work for you.” This quote from the “Unlimited by Design” exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York encapsulates the spirit of universal design. The same conditions for everyone, no matter their age, rather than special solutions for the select few. But what is behind the term “universal design”? How does the approach, which is at once both #innovative and universal, address the challenges of demographic change? Read more at https://lnkd.in/g4NCaG_q

We are delighted to present our forthcoming scenographic work. This exhibit aims not only to display historical remnants but also to engage visitors in a thoughtful dialogue surrounding the complex narratives of our shared past. Located within a space rich with controversy, our exhibition harnesses the inherent tensions and complexities surrounding the representation of colonial history. The chosen venue, known for its contentious nature, serves as a thought-provoking backdrop that challenges traditional norms of museum display and encourages critical reflection. Central to our exhibition's design is the use of the stripe principle, a concept that has sparked debate within the realm of historical restoration. Rather than shying away from this polemic topic, we have embraced it as the cornerstone of our architectural framework. The stripe principle, traditionally a subject of contention, has been ingeniously integrated into our layout, becoming the very essence that guides visitors through our collection. This deliberate choice transforms controversy into a provocative force, engaging audiences in an unconventional yet immersive journey.#adhocpractice #hanoiadhoc

Calling all #Architects: Instead of putting the whole museum in semi-darkness.... ...why not place only the most sensitive objects in ArtRatio #smartglass display cases? This allows in more natural light without jeopardising the fragile objects on display. For more :- artratio.co.uk

Impressive to say the least. Ergonomics and style beautifully merged to create a Statement.

In the spirit of “sharpening the saw”, I participated in a Design Thinking DC field session for the National Museum of American History this week. Question: How might we create a more inviting and engaging Constitution Ave entrance? So great to flex my DT muscles IRL with creative designers! #designthinking #smithsonian #creativity #brainstorming #prototyping

“Whether you’re eight or eighty, you want your world to work for you.” This quote from the “Unlimited by Design” exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York encapsulates the spirit of universal design. The same conditions for everyone, no matter their age, rather than special solutions for the select few. But what is behind the term “universal design”? How does the approach, which is at once both innovative and universal, address the challenges of demographic change? Read More at https://lnkd.in/gk8mxavQ

A beautiful application of restorative practices in the architecture space. Thinking of Designing Justice + Designing Spaces (https://lnkd.in/eDEZqTTd) as I read this.