Vik Cars 자동차 박물관 by Karina Mayer and Danylo Koshulynskyy

Vik Cars 자동차 박물관 by Karina Mayer and Danylo Koshulynskyy is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 은상 in 인테리어 공간 및 전시 디자인 Competition Category.

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Vik Cars 자동차 박물관

by Karina Mayer and Danylo Koshulynskyy

Client: VIK Cars

A' Design Award 은상 Winner in 인테리어 Category

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The Design

About Vik Cars 자동차 박물관

빅 카스 뮤지엄(Vik Cars Museum)은 기능적인 빈티지 자동차의 개인 컬렉션을 수용하기 위해 조성된 전시 공간입니다. 이 프로젝트는 공간 배치가 명확한 동선과 시각적 질서를 뒷받침하는 오픈 플랜 갤러리로 구성되었습니다. 다양한 시대의 차량들이 통일된 공간 프레임워크 안에 전시됩니다. 선형 조명, 타공 칸막이, 바닥 표시는 동선을 체계화하고 전시 구역을 정의하는 동시에 연속성을 유지합니다. 리셉션, 라운지, 리테일 공간이 계획에 통합되어 방문객의 흐름과 컬렉션 접근성을 지원합니다.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 은상

Vik Cars 자동차 박물관, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 은상 수상작으로, 최상급이며 아름답고 인상적인 디자인에 수여되는 비범하게 권위 있는 인정입니다. 은상 수상작은 대단히 뛰어나고 매우 창의적인 작품으로, 디자이너의 탁월한 전문 지식, 재능, 통찰력을 보여 줍니다. Vik Cars 자동차 박물관, 이 작품은 훌륭한 대표작으로서 매우 전문적이고 깊이 있게 혁신적일 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 은상 수상 디자인은 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 경계를 넓히는 데 이바지하는 주목할 만하고 찬사를 받는 발명품입니다. Vik Cars 자동차 박물관, 이 작품은 모두가 부러워하는 창작물로서 욕망을 일깨우고 긍정적인 감정을 불러오며 경탄과 경이로움을 불러일으킵니다.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: VIK Cars focuses on "silent architecture," where a minimalist 1500 sq.m. interior serves as a scenographic frame for 32 rare automobiles. The core innovation lies in the bespoke linear LED system that creates a rhythmic light narrative, highlighting the aerodynamic silhouettes and chrome textures of exhibits from different eras. Realized in just 60 days, the space functions as a hybrid cultural hub, merging high-end gallery aesthetics with adaptable event scenarios for a cinematic experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: Total Area: 1500 sq.m. Ceiling Height: 5 meters. The program includes a main exhibition hall for 32 vehicles, professional racing simulator zones, and a lounge area featuring retro-gaming consoles and vinyl records. A key feature of the central event zone is a massive 7 x 3,6-meter high-resolution screen designed for professional presentations, digital backdrops, and immersive events. The lighting system consists of over 500 meters of bespoke linear LED profiles, providing both ambient illumination and precise accents for the exhibits, integrated with the multimedia capabilities of the space.
Tags: Museum Design, Exhibition Scenography, Automotive Heritage, Lighting Design, Interior Architecture
Production Technology: The 1500 sq.m. facility was realized in a record timeframe of 60 days. The design utilizes a rigorous graphic grid and custom linear LED structures to organize the vast industrial volume. Walls are finished with perforated acoustic panels featuring parametric patterns, adding digital depth to the minimalist shell. The project integrated specialized flooring and ventilation systems required for fully operational vintage vehicles, ensuring a balance between high-end gallery aesthetics and technical functionality.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was the "fast-track" delivery: managing the complex engineering of a 1500 sqm museum within a strict 60-day timeframe. Strategically, the team had to create a neutral background that wouldn't compete with 32 distinct car designs while maintaining a strong identity. This was resolved by prioritizing light as the main structural element, allowing for rapid installation and a high degree of spatial adaptability for future cultural events and presentations.
Research: The project explored the synergy between industrial heritage and modern experiential design. Research focused on using "architectural silence" to maximize the visual impact of high-value artifacts. By analyzing the psychological effects of lighting rhythms, the design team developed a system that eliminates visual noise, allowing the engineering details of cars from different eras to coexist. The result is a hybrid model that transforms a private collection into a functional public-facing cultural platform.
Inspiration: The project was inspired by the aesthetics of motion and the "golden era" of automotive engineering. The primary goal was to move away from traditional static museum displays and create a "scenography for cars." We envisioned a space where light acts as the main architectural material, creating a cinematic dialogue between the visitor and the mechanical masterpieces. The design celebrates the automobile not just as a machine, but as a cultural icon and a result of human ambition.
Project Duration: The project commenced on August 4, 2025, and was officially inaugurated on October 5, 2025, in Lviv, Ukraine. The most remarkable aspect of the realization was the record-breaking two-month execution period, covering the entire process from the start of on-site construction to the grand opening of the 1500 sq.m. facility.
Operation Flow: Visitors embark on a cinematic journey through automotive history, guided by a rhythmic flow of light. The open-plan layout allows for a non-linear exploration, where guests can move freely between themed "light cocoons" surrounding each vehicle. Interaction extends beyond viewing, with integrated zones for professional racing simulators, retro-gaming, and a lounge area for vinyl listening, creating a multisensory experience that blends mechanical heritage with modern lifestyle activities.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Koshulynskyy & Mayer Interior Design (KM Design), 2025.
Team Members: Karina Mayer
Danylo Koshulynskyy
Vision Lighting
Image Credits: #1: Photographer Andrii Shurpenkov, VIK Cars, 2025. Image #2: Photographer Andrii Shurpenkov, VIK Cars, 2025. Image #3: Photographer Andrii Shurpenkov, VIK Cars, 2025. Image #4: Photographer Andrii Shurpenkov, VIK Cars, 2025. Image #5: Photographer Andrii Shurpenkov, VIK Cars, 2025.