Local Projects
Local Projects is an experience design studio that connects people to stories through innovative design, with a portfolio including museums, corporate experiences, and public art installations.
Company Overview
Local Projects is an experience design studio that specializes in connecting people to stories through innovative design. The studio has worked on a diverse array of projects including museums, corporate experiences, and public art installations. By combining cutting-edge technology with storytelling, Local Projects creates immersive and engaging experiences.
Award-Winning Design Studio
Local Projects has earned over 100 major design awards, reflecting its excellence and innovation in the field. Notable accolades include the DA&D Award, Cannes Gold Lion, Fast Company Innovation by Design Award, Core 77 Award, One Club Award, IDCA, Muse Award, AIGA Award, Webby Award, Communicator Award, ID Magazine Award, and Communication Arts Award.
Notable Projects and Installations
Local Projects has designed numerous high-profile installations. Notable projects include the Greenwood Rising museum, which narrates the story of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and the resilience of the Greenwood community. Another significant project is Planet Word, the world's first voice-activated museum located in Washington, D.C.'s Franklin School. The studio also created the Scent Discovery experience at the World of Coca-Cola that explores the connection between scent and memory.
Innovative Collaborations
Local Projects engages in innovative collaborations to enhance creative spaces and experiences. One prominent example is the interactive experience developed for L'Oréal's Le Visionnaire in Paris, utilizing machine learning to inspire creativity. The studio's expertise in blending technology and design fosters unique, interactive client relations.
Museum and Heritage Design
Local Projects has substantial expertise in museum and heritage design. The Hyde Park Barracks Museum in Sydney, which chronicles the history of convicts in Australia and their impact on Aboriginal communities, is a testament to their craftsmanship. Other impactful designs include the exhibit for the Museum of Jewish Heritage that educates children about courage through the Danish Rescue during the Holocaust and the inaugural exhibition at the Louisiana Civil Rights Museum, focusing on seminal civil rights events in the state.