In June 2021, I participated in an intensive Exhibition Design program at Pratt Institute. Here, I present case studies of my projects from this experience. I invite you to download the slides from the Exhibition Design Intensive, which showcase mood boards, sketches, and the overall aesthetic and design vision for each project.
Caliphash Booth
For this project, we were asked to design an eyewear popup for the MIDO expo in Milan, Italy. I chose to represent the South Korean brand Calipash and aimed to capture the brand’s dark and often intense marketing style.
Multi-Sensory Room
My third assignment for the Pratt Institute’s design intensive was to utilize shipping containers to create a mobile space with a theme of our choice. I’ve been interested in multi-sensory environments and the mental health benefits they offer for a while now. I picture the space being utilized by hospitals and schools as a relaxing space for those who may need a change of environment or be overwhelmed.
Talking Heads Exhibit
My first project with the Pratt Institute was to create an exhibit for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. I chose to create an exhibit for one of my favorite bands, The Talking Heads. With this exhibit, I designed separate spaces representing a different song from the band’s discography.
Guava Island Stage
My final project with the Pratt Institute was to create a unique performance space. Guava Island is a musical film that takes place on a fictitious Caribbean island that’s predominantly based on Cuban culture. The space would be used for a music theatre adaptation of the film. I pulled inspiration for the stage from the Callejon de Hamel, a beautiful Cuban street famous for its colorful murals.
Amanda Robles 