Challenge
The National Aquarium Denmark ‘Den Blå Planet‘ (The Blue Planet) opened in 2013 to great public success, attracting twice as many visitors as had been predicted. However, it also became apparent that there were a number of early teething issues with the design of the exhibitions that need resolving. Firstly, better way finding was required to navigate the complex building. Secondly, information relating to the contents of each aquarium was printed and could not easily be updated when new species were added. Finally, some of the physically exhibits that taught visitors about sea life were frequently broken and needed a more durable solution.
Outcome
Architecture and exhibition design agency Atelier Brückner (ATB) was commissioned by The Blue Planet to resolve these issues. ATB invited digital design agency YOKE to become their digital media partner in both the planning and concept stage of the project and the design and development of the final interactive exhibits. YOKE created six innovative interactive installations, a content management system (CMS) for the touchscreens and an app to work within the overarching new exhibition design developed by Atelier Brückner.