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Client:
Detroit Institute of Art
"Reinstallation of Art" |
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Proto, as the prime fabricator of the artifact cases and interactives,
fabricated more than 500 unique conservation cases for the
renovation and expansion project of this 150,000 square foot
exhibit space, the largest renovation of an art museum to date.
Dimmable fluorescent, halogen and fiber optics were used in
the wall and free-standing glass cases. Microclimate cases
were fabricated with desiccant chambers to keep the relative
humidity at the proper levels. The Proto cases have a universal
design developed by the designers, Staples & Charles, but
each gallery has its own distinctive elements.
Four and five-sided artifact cases were fabricated ranging
from twelve inches by twelve inches up to a forty linear foot
case, with six large glass hinged panels that provides a display
area for garments and textiles that are rotated every three
to four months. Delicate artifacts are pin mounted to the fabric
wrapped ethafoam decks. Another set of unique cases were two
part clear acrylic cases that created an appearance of floating
in front of a muralized wall. In addition to the casework,
Proto fabricated and installed interpretive structures which
aid in placement of these impressive objects within their original
social, historical, and spiritual contexts and also support
the interpretive graphics. Innovative labeling solutions include
a three-sided rotating indexing label stand with stories of
the curators and collections. Interactives engage the visitors
to have a better understanding and appreciation of art.
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