The Problem
The Saudi Excellence Project must serve as a pivotal conference centrepiece in educating global dignitaries on the importance of Resilience Planning.
My Responsibilities
Product Thinking, Experience Design, Exhibit Design, Information Architecture, Project Management, Supervision, Visual Design, Testing, Client Management, Stakeholder Presentations, Hiring, Content Specialization
Project Goals
Our objective was to illuminate the six phases of the Resilience Cycle, demonstrating their role in enhancing Saudi Arabias National Resilience, with flooding as a primary risk example.
Our Solution
We designed an interactive exhibit featuring six stations, each corresponding to a phase of the Resilience Cycle, incorporating computer vision, touch interactivity, and game building elements.
Results
Our culmination received acclaim from esteemed figures, including His Excellency, Dr. Alahmadi Khaled, subject matter expert Bruce Mann, and six national leaders overseeing specific phases of Saudi Arabias resilience strategy.
Exhibit Design Research
Open endedness technological novelty are associated with longer average holding times.
Creating a shared experience between exhibit visitors as well as engaging multiple senses at once sight, hearing, touch increases engagement.
Exhibits should start with a Big Idea, deliver Key Messages, and prompt the visitor to ask Critical Questions.
Client Requests
To accommodate our clients specifications, our content and exhibit design had certain constraints. These limitations encompassed the exclusion of negative imagery or simulations, the use of solely animated and unique content, no depiction of humans, avoidance of specifying any geographic region, and adhering to a room dimension of 10x20m. Additionally, we were mindful of operating within the allocated budget.
Content Audit
This content heavy project required that we read over 100 pedagogical documents to properly understand the Resilience Cycle.
Our team meticulously examined documents written by the Saudi Arabian National Risk Council, diving into the complexities of Resilience Planning. Our objective was to distill a captivating narrative from this wealth of information, ensuring an engaging experience for all users.
Mapping the Exhibit
We organized the exhibit into six sections corresponding to the six phases of the Resilience Cycle. Each section includes an introductory segment, an interactive activity, and a concluding video that encapsulates essential information for those wishing to delve further. Furthermore, we meticulously crafted and designed the exterior, entrance, and exit of the exhibit.
Construction
Upon our arrival in Riyadh, we seized the opportunity to tour the manufacturing facility where our exhibit was taking shape. The experience of witnessing intricate tasks such as precision steel cutting, wall installation, and laser cutting of wooden maps left a lasting impression. Interacting with the highly skilled team not only showcased their expertise but also brought to life the tangible realization of our conceptual ideas.
Development and Implementation
We had a 2 hour window to conduct user testing for the entire exhibit. Collaborating with a team of five developers, we provided feedback on functionality, identified bugs, and celebrated successes. Despite language barriers, we quickly formed strong bonds, finding joy in fixing little problems along the way.
Exhibit Walkthrough
Our efforts yielded positive feedback from both the client and museum attendees. Remarkably, the exhibit surpassed expectations, maintaining user interest for a commendable thirty minutes, underscoring its engaging quality. We developed a curriculum that educated visitors on the pivotal importance of resilience planning. This favourable response highlights the significant impact of our collaborative efforts in delivering an enriching and informative experience.
