New China Science and Technology Museum

Location: Beijing, China

Innovation and harmony

The New China Science and Technology Museum will be the largest museum of its kind in the world. For this museum, NorthernLight has designed the most important Thematic Exhibition Hall, “Sci Tech and Life”. The aim of “Sci Tech and Life” is to showcase the increasingly profound impact that sci-tech has exerted on society and allow visitors feel the benefits of sci-tech innovation. The exhibition hall has ‘Innovation and Harmony’ as the central theme. On the one hand, innovation and rapid technological developments are presented to inspire visitors. On the other hand, it is clearly shown that the focus needs to be on harmony; technological developments should strengthen society as well as being user-friendly.

300 exhibits

The exhibition hall covers 6400 square meters and is divided into 6 thematic areas: Food and Agriculture, Health, The Way to Live, Communication bridge, Transportation, Mechanics and Robotics. Over 300 unique exhibits have been developed, ranging from hands-on mechanical interactives to virtual reality theatres.

Scope of project

Concept design, art direction, interior design, exhibit design, multimedia development, fabrication management, project management, implementation/technology support.