The Architecture of Exhibitions: Experiential Design (Routledge Research in Architecture)
Language: English
Published by Routledge, 2024
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- Title
- The Architecture of Exhibitions: Experiential Design (Routledge Research in Architecture)
- Author
- Melis, Alessandro
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
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- 1032736291
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- 9781032736297
The Architecture of Exhibitions embarks on a comprehensive exploration of creativity and design innovation within exhibition spaces. It describes the fundamental principles of exhibition design, tracing the origins of creativity and considering its evolutionary significance.
The book challenges conventional boundaries imposed by rigid classifications, drawing on heuristic studies in biology and the transformative concept of exaptation. It questions the traditional separations between art, science and technology, which often hinder innovation. By advocating for an interdisciplinary approach, it reimagines creativity that transcends conventional limits. Through practice-based research, multidisciplinary case studies and technological innovations, with a focus on generative AI, the book illustrates how modern exhibition spaces actively engage with their audiences, highlighting their profound impact beyond academic discourse.
This book is designed for curators, designers and scholars who are passionate about the future of exhibition spaces. It offers a comprehensive understanding through its four-part structure, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the dynamic interplay between art, technology and society. The book is also designed as an instrument for the education of architecture, design and art students.
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About the Author
Alessandro Melis is a distinguished architect and art curator who currently holds the prestigious position of the first Endowed Chair Professor at the New York Institute of Technology. He was appointed by the Italian Minister of Culture as the curator of the Italian Pavilion at La Biennale di Venezia in 2021 and was honored as an ambassador of Italian Design in 2020–2024 (Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
Rozina Vavetsi is Associate Professor at New York Tech, an award-winning visual designer and a Fulbright U.S. Scholar. With over two decades of experience in higher education, she combines forward-thinking pedagogy with invaluable industry expertise, demonstrating a strong commitment to bridging the gap between academia and the professional design world. Professor Vavetsi inspires her students to push disciplinary boundaries, emphasizing research, the exploration of emerging technologies, and creative problem-solving. She teaches a diverse array of design courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, maintains an active freelance career, and frequently participates in international conferences to stay abreast of idea exchanges and developments in the design landscape. Her design work has been featured in prestigious publications and exhibited in various venues around the world. Professor Vavetsi’s research interests include typography, information design, environmental graphic design, design thinking, human-centered design, and participatory design.
Fabio Finotti, an Emeritus Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, held the prestigious Mariano DiVito Chair of Italian Literature. Additionally, Finotti’s leadership extends to his role as the President of the Interuniversity Master’s Degree in Italian Studies, a collaborative program between the University of Trieste and the University of Udine. Appointed by the Italian Government, Finotti has been the Director of the Italian Institute of Culture in New York since 2020.
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