Pompei AD was commissioned by Discovery Channel to develop the concept and design for Discovery flagship destinations that would effectively communicate the Discovery Channel message, "Explore Your World". The goal in creating the flagship was to bring the Discovery Channel to life by educating, entertaining and empowering people of all ages to engage their curiosity through the use of interactive displays and state-of-the-art products.
We collaborated with numerous specialist artisans to maintain the authenticity of the various exhibits. Exhibits included a 60,000 year-old fossilized bear cave, complete with geodes and gemstones, a Chesapeake Bay core sample, a live ant colony, a life-size skeletal cast of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, and a restoration of a B-25 airplane nose cone. A sculptural 270o-video wall was mounted, and Ponpei AD worked closely with the digital interactive producers to ensure aesthetic integration of the on-screen experience.
My role on the project included the design of several of the exhibits and interactive experiences; coordination with artisans to produce custom and specialized components; construction document preparation; coordination and review of shop drawings; construction administration including on-site visits.
Status: Built
Location: San Francisco, CA, US
My Role: Project Manager/Designer
Additional Credits: Pompei AD
http://www.pompeiad.com/work/discovery