Mukden Palace Experience Mixed Reality Interface

In designing the Mukden Palace Experience, we deeply understood the importance of preserving traditional museums and ancient architecture. Therefore, we emphasized respecting and safeguarding the authenticity of cultural relics in our digital interactive experience. In addition to providing more detailed information about artifacts, we also focused on providing detailed interpretations of calligraphy and paintings, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural significance behind history. For artifacts such as ceramics, armor, and jade, we utilized 3D technology to enable visitors to experience these precious relics in a more immersive way. Through these designs, our goal is to respect and carry forward the essence of history while providing visitors with a unique and enriching cultural journey.

In designing the Mukden Palace Experience, my main focus was to strike a delicate balance between innovation and tradition. I wanted to achieve a design that seamlessly integrated modern technology, specifically Apple Vision Pro, with the rich cultural heritage of the Shenyang Palace Museum. By leveraging mixed reality technology, I aimed to provide visitors with an immersive and interactive exploration of the museum's exhibits, while also preserving the authenticity and historical significance of the artifacts.

Additionally, as the first A' Design Award-winning project based on Apple Vision Pro, I was driven by a desire to showcase the project's innovative nature and its potential to inspire future generations of designers. I wanted to demonstrate the possibilities of utilizing emerging technologies in the field of user experience design, particularly in the context of cultural heritage sites. By pushing the boundaries of traditional museum experiences, I hoped to encourage other designers to explore the endless opportunities presented by spatial computing and mixed reality interfaces.

In essence, my main focus in designing the Mukden Palace Experience was to create a truly immersive and educational experience for museum visitors, while also pushing the boundaries of design innovation in the digital age.

Moving forward, my plans for the award-winning Mukden Palace Experience involve further refinement and expansion, with the ultimate goal of establishing it as a prominent application on the market for Apple Vision Pro users. I aim to continue collaborating with stakeholders, including museum curators, technologists, and user experience experts, to enhance the functionality and usability of the application.

Additionally, I plan to explore opportunities for partnerships and collaborations with other cultural heritage institutions to adapt the Mukden Palace Experience for use in different contexts and settings. By leveraging the flexibility and scalability of mixed reality technology, I envision the potential for this design to be applied to various historical sites and museums around the world, providing visitors with immersive and educational experiences wherever they go.

Furthermore, I am committed to staying updated on the latest advancements in spatial computing and mixed reality interfaces, and integrating new features and functionalities into the Mukden Palace Experience to ensure its relevance and effectiveness in the ever-evolving landscape of digital design.

Overall, my future plans for this award-winning design revolve around continuous improvement, innovation, and expansion, with the aim of making it a benchmark application in the field of cultural heritage and mixed reality experiences.

Our design philosophy was guided by three key principles: preserving cultural authenticity, prioritizing user immersion, and leveraging cutting-edge technology responsibly. We aimed to enhance visitors' understanding of heritage artifacts without overshadowing their original essence. This balance was achieved by integrating subtle yet powerful mixed-reality interactions that feel natural and intuitive. We also emphasized inclusivity, ensuring the experience would resonate with audiences of diverse ages and cultural backgrounds.

Through field observations and interviews, we discovered that visitors often felt disconnected from static displays, finding them insufficiently engaging. Surveys revealed a demand for more dynamic storytelling and interactive exhibits akin to modern science museums. However, our analysis also highlighted the fear that such technologies might overshadow or distort cultural authenticity. This insight led us to design an experience that harmonizes digital interaction with historical preservation.

My experience with automotive interfaces, particularly in designing for augmented reality head-up displays, provided valuable insights into creating intuitive gesture and eye-tracking controls. In both contexts, users require seamless interaction without cognitive overload. Applying these principles, we prioritized simplicity and clarity, ensuring that gestures such as grabbing and zooming felt natural and aligned with visitors' expectations.