Exhibit Design
Atturaif Living Museum, Riyadh
The restoration of Atturaif, the first Saudi capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features 14 exhibit galleries spread across 58 acres. Paul Bernhard Exhibits was responsible for all artifacts and interactive exhibits. Over the span of 3 years I travelled regularly to Saudi Arabia to work closely with project stakeholders and an international team of contractors.
Completion: 2018
Display Case Layouts
I led the approval process for 300+ artifacts and designed layouts for over 30 display cases across the site. I worked closely with project stakeholders, display case manufacturers, graphic designers, and the A/V team to meet exhibit objectives. Once approved, I created shop drawings for the mount-making team to fabricate mounts and install the artifacts.
Earthen Architecture Exhibits
I designed multiple exhibits for the Earthen Architecture Gallery, showcasing the unique architecture of the site through durable recreations and interactive displays. These exhibits allowed visitors to engage with the traditional mud-brick structures, exploring both the construction techniques and cultural significance.
Exhibit Coordination Document
In addition to designing exhibits, I led the development and management of an extensive exhibit coordination document. This resource was regularly updated and shared with a team of international contractors and project stakeholders, ensuring alignment and facilitating timely approvals. The document became a critical tool for maintaining consistency and streamlining decision-making processes.
Quantum Chemistry to Astrophysics
At Paul Bernhard Exhibit Design, I played a pivotal role in the conceptual development of "The Welch Hall: Matter & Motion" exhibit for the Houston Museum of Natural Science. My contributions were central to originating many of the exhibit's concepts, which I then developed into detailed 3D models in close collaboration with the education content and fabrication leads.This experience highlights my proficiency in merging educational objectives with practical design execution, contributing to the creation of engaging and informative exhibits.
Final exhibit design by Troy Engel and built by rootlab
Final exhibit design by Troy Engel and built by rootlab
Final exhibit design by Troy Engel and built by rootlab
Final exhibit design by Troy Engel and built by rootlab
Sugar Land Historical Timeline
Tasked with creating an engaging three-dimensional historical timeline exhibit for the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation, Texas, I led the design team at Paul Bernhard Exhibits from concept through to the final installation. Utilizing 2D archives, our goal was to celebrate the local sugar industry's history in an interactive display.
The exhibit showcases hundreds of images and an infographic ribbon, creating a compelling visual story of the local sugar industry, enriched by an interactive touchscreen for detailed exploration. Our team skillfully constructed and installed this pilot exhibit at the visitor center, enhancing visitor engagement and supporting fundraising efforts for future exhibit development.
Geo-Trekker Theater at Garden of the Gods
In my role at Paul Bernhard Exhibits during the renovation of the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, I significantly contributed to the Geo-Trekker Theater, a sci-fi themed theater designed to transport visitors back in time to witness the formation of the park's iconic rock formations. I spearheaded the development of an innovative three-sided seating structure, overseeing CNC fabrication preparations and installation. My responsibilities included ensuring compliance with building codes, meeting the desired seating capacity, and incorporating accessible seating options.
Original concept rendering by Tory Engel
Exhibit Pitch Books
A selection of work from pitch books for Texas Fresh Water Fisheries, Austin Music Project Museum, LBJ Library and more.
