Situated somewhere between information display, seating, and showcase, the "information islands" created for the Museum of Islamic Art offer visitors new ways to explore historical and cultural contexts.
Central and recurring elements are the ‚information islands‘ placed in the centre of the room. They fulfil three functions: information in relation to the exponents, pedestals or vitrines for free-standing, selected exponents, and comfortable bench seating for lingering and contemplation. Architectural models and pictorial representations complement the historical buildings, showing their location and function in the building. Graphics and maps illustrate geographical and historical contexts.
In the Museum of Islamic Art, the design of the benches is used to create vertical modules attached to the wall, which can be used as information panels or display cases. These modules generate sufficient scope for design in order to present the individual character of the various contents and themes: within the respective elements, theme-specific „inlays“ can be placed. These inlays support understanding and comprehension in line with the content concept: „Visitors no longer just admire the foreign, the exotic, but come to the museum to find answers to questions from yesterday and today.
- Client
- National Museums in Berlin – Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation
- Location
- Berlin
- Type
- Permanent Exhibition
- Team
- Negotiated procedure in collaboration with UKW Innenarchitekten
