Danish firm BIG has unveiled its plans for a massive maze to go inside the National Building Museum in Washing DC.
The firm will use Baltic birch plywood to build the huge structure. The maze will have a concave surface that will give people a clear understanding of the paths to get in and out once they're deep into the structure. The designers wanted to "create a maze that brings clarity and visual understanding upon reaching the heart of the labyrinth." At the tallest point, the maze will be 18-feet tall gradually depleting to walls that can easily be seen over.
The structure will be inspired by mazes throughout history, like ancient Greek labyrinths and American corn mazes. The BIG Maze will be open from July 4th until September 4th.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Immersive Maze Structures
- The use of concave surfaces and inspiration from historical mazes is creating new immersive experience opportunities in the entertainment industry.
- Interactive Spatial Design
- Designers are using building materials and structure designs to create interactive environments that engage visitors and provide unique spatial experiences.
- Temporary Architecture Installations
- The trend of building temporary installations is gaining momentum as a way to provide unique experiences without sustained infrastructure costs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Entertainment
- The use of immersive maze structures provides entertainment companies with an opportunity to attract visitors seeking exciting and interactive experiences.
- Architecture and Design
- Designers can explore the use of building materials and spatial design to create interactive installations for events and public spaces.
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Temporary architecture installations can be utilized by the tourism and hospitality industry to provide unique attractions and experiences for guests.
