MUSEUM OF SCIENCE + INDUSTRY CHICAGO

Exhibit Graphic Design | Art Direction

Exhibit Designer: Kate Broz

Interior Design: Scout Chicago

Photo credit: J.B. Spector

The fully-functioning modular Smart Home: Green + Wired—conceived by the Museum of Science and Industry, designed by architect Michelle Kaufmann Designs™ and built by All American Homes® of Decatur, Ind.—was opened to the public in May 2008 redesigned in 2009, 2010 and 2011. As the exhibit graphic designer in 2010 and 2011 each new version of the exhibition meant that I had a new group of people to collaborate with, learn from, and be inspired by. In 2011, this meant collaborating with Gizmodo to pick and choose the best technology to outfit the new space, as well as SCOUT, a local furnishing store that finds and refurbishes select pieces from government offices, schools, universities, courthouses and libraries around the city of Chicago.

For this exhibit I was responsible for managing both the design and visuals within the exhibition including, branding, paint colors, garden signage, carpet tiles, way-finding and information panels, as well as graphics throughout the main museum promoting and directing visitors to the exhibit space. Over 300,000 guests have visited the Smart Home since May 2008 learning new ways to live more eco-friendly.

Graphics shown:
- Vinyl information panels
- Garden signage