The Immersive Lobby Experience is designed to create an inspirational and serene space that introduces visitors to the enchanting world of Khalila and Dimna through the lens of Islamic architectural beauty. This lobby will serve as a welcoming and reflective space, setting the tone for a deeper exploration of these timeless tales.
- Design a culturally rich environment: Combining art and architecture to evoke the beauty of Islamic designs.
- Create a serene and inspiring atmosphere: Utilizing natural lighting, vibrant colors, and intricate patterns to provide a tranquil space.
- Target Users: Visitors to cultural centers, museums, libraries, and educational institutions interested in literature, history, and art.
The lobby aims to evoke a sense of timeless wisdom and cultural richness, encouraging visitors to pause and reflect. The serene, reflective, and inspiring tone is enhanced by:
- Natural Light: Directional light mixed with stained glass to create patterns on the floor.
- Architectural Elements: Arches, domes, and geometric symmetry inspired by traditional Islamic designs.
- Textures and Colors: Intricate tile work, smooth stucco, carved wood panels, and a harmonious color palette.
The lobby will integrate seamlessly with cultural centers, museums, and educational institutions, creating an urban oasis that provides a peaceful retreat. Architectural harmony with existing modern design elements will bridge old and new motifs.
- Description of App & Its Aim: Create an immersive, inspirational space reflecting Islamic architecture and the world of Khalila and Dimna.
- Target Users: Visitors to cultural centers, museums, and educational institutions.
- Lobby Tone: Serene, reflective, and inspiring.
- Room Shape: Inspired by traditional Islamic architectural principles, featuring courtyards, arches, and domes.
- Textures: Intricate tile work, smooth stucco, and carved wood panels.
- First Impression: Awe and tranquility.
- Lighting: Natural light, soft ambient lighting, and accent lighting.
- Mood Board Slide Deck: Link to Mood Board
- Slide Deck: Link
- Scene View of the Building: Detailed structure of the lobby space.
- Game View – Entrance: First-person perspective of the entrance using a VR headset.
- Inside View – Pond: Initial layout with placeholders for the fountain and plants.
- Game View – Inside the Lobby: First-person perspective showing various angles from inside the lobby, including the archway entrance.
- Slide Deck: Link
- Material Textures: References to textures used for entrance wall tiles, stained glass, floor, archway, ceiling, plant pots, pillars, pond base, and pond walls.
- Slide Deck: Link
- Natural Lighting Implementation: Use of directional light mixed with stained glass windows and a dome to create patterns on the floor.
- Skybox Creation: Nature-themed image to enhance the tranquil ambiance.
- Game Views: Various perspectives using a VR headset to showcase the entrance, stained glass windows, and dome from inside the lobby.