Exhibition design /

Hughes, Philip,

Exhibition design / Philip Hughes. - Second edition. - 232 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- 1. The brief -- 2. The visitor -- 3. The site -- 4. Exhibition strategy -- 5. 3-D design skills -- 6. Graphic design skills -- 7. Lighting -- 8. Interactives -- 9. Sound and film -- 10. Materials -- 11. Portable exhibitions -- 12. Technical drawing -- 13. Construction and delivery -- 14. Conclusion.

Exhibition Design describes the skills needed to become an exhibition designer, including: developing a brief and working with clients; design principles for graphics, circulation, lighting and accessibility; presenting ideas to clients; and the practicalities of production. A wealth of visual material includes photographs of completed exhibitions by world-renowned designers, concept drawings, computer renderings, charts and tables of information all for a wide range of exhibitions around the world, permanent and temporary, including museums and galleries, visitor centres, brand experiences, festivals and trade fairs. This second edition includes new examples, updated information on the latest digital technology and expanded coverage of interactives and sound and film.

9781780676067


Exhibitions--Design.
Trade shows--Exhibition techniques.
Exhibit booths--Design and construction.
Museum techniques.
Museum exhibits.

T396 / H893

069.5 HU.E 2015