CONCEPT In an imagined world where the gods and religions of old were allowed to progress to the modern day, X-VOTO is Blade Runner meets Neil Gaiman’s American Gods meets speakeasy – neo-pagan neon-noir episodic automat experiences that are contemporary temples to different deities. Utilizing mythology as a modular overlay to promote cultural appreciation…
In partnership with Cognizant and Macy’s, the Star Lounge is a research and human-centered driven concept for the future of retail experiences for department stores. As “The Top Golf of Retail,” our experience brings the fitting room experience to the center stage of retail, allowing for “stars” to socialize with their friends while owning their…
This is a graduate-level team Student Showcase submission. Team Members are listed at the end of the article. UF students delivered professional-level scares on a collegiate budget Video above by Avery Lotz Swamp Haunters, a student-lead haunted house design team, premiered its first full-scale haunted house at the University of Florida this…
The project was aimed at implementing a gadget in the setting of Costa Rica’s museums. We focused our project on the Museo de los Niños. The project was consulted and worked with permission of the museum. Thanks for reading! The Team Olman Arias Valverde Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/olmansei Portfolio: olmansei.myportfolio.com Maria José…
A Technology Concept to Increase User Experience for Disabled Guests Introduction: My name is Stacia Meconiates, I’m finishing up a master’s at Arizona State University in Interdisciplinary Digital Media Composition, and I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. This genetic condition affects how my body creates collagen, and leads to frequent pain, joint dislocations, heart issues, and…
Created by Paige Billian – Purdue/IUPUI Junior The Story Brief: Like so many juggernauts of yesteryear, here at Susurrus Inc, in our heyday, we were one of the most innovative publishing houses and print shops. We made only the most creative designs and marketing for our brilliant clients, printing their writing right here in the…
Time Odyssey: A Choice-Based Adventure through Time. By Josué Thur de Koos. Intro: There is a wide range of platforms that offer users the ability to enhance immersion by granting them the power to make impactful decisions with consequences within the narrative. Examples include role-playing and board games like Dungeons and Dragons, where the game…
Travel back to 1865 and join Marvin the Miner in a RUSH to find the lost gold of Thomas L Golden. The no good folks of Denver are on their way to claim it for themselves and take over the town, and it is up to you to work together, find the gold, and escape…
Bake and Race Individual Entry: Angela Baek | Academic Level: Undergraduate, Junior Introduction Bake & Race is an interactive go-kart attraction tailored to individualizing guest experiences. Inspired by an existing film, this immersive themed experience allows guests to build their own kart via a series of mini-games in the queue, ride the same go-kart around a track,…
James’ Giant Peach Adventure! a dark ride based on Roald Dahl’s “James and the Giant Peach” used with permission Individual Entry: Andrew Holcroft (Recent Industrial Design Graduate, Walt Disney Imagineering Intern) Project Context: University of Cincinnati, DAAPworks Capstone Project Website: www.andrewholcroft.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-holcroft/ Email: andrewholcroft2@gmail.com Introduction As my capstone coursework began in June 2022, I…
FAIRY CAMP 🧚♂️🏕️🌟 Individual Entry: Sally Lindsay (1st Year MFA Themed Entertainment Design) Project Context: Savannah College of Art and Design, Themed Entertainment Course Website: http://sallylindsay.squarespace.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallymlindsay/ Contact: sallylindsay5@gmail.com _______________ 🎶 Deep in the forest, where the fairies play There’s a magical campsite tucked away. This fairy-filled campsite is a dream With wonders and…
HEAR: Happily Ever After Revenge The only Rage Room & Spa Experience for the Viciously Brokenhearted Independent project: Eleni Trapp (2nd Year MS Student) Project Origination: Immersive Experience Studio – UCF, MS Themed Experience Program Website: www.elenitrapp.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleni-trapp/ Contact: eleni.trapp@gmail.com Overview Didn’t get the Happily Ever that you were after? Make them regret the day…