Services

Areas of Expertise & Experience in Exhibit Design

André and Associates is an interpretive planning and design firm experienced in all aspects of the development of museums, interpretive, cultural and visitor centres. We specialize in creating a total visitor experience. Our completed projects range from small local special interest cultural and interpretive centres to large international museums that encompass many disciplines.

Project Administration

Project Management
Budget/Estimating and Project Tracking
On-going Client Education (when required)
Student and Internship Training

Exhibit Master Planning

Interpretive Planning
Conceptual Design
Stakeholder and Audience Analysis and Evaluation
Public Programming and Web based applications for museums/social media

Fundraising

Digital model walkthroughs
Highly detailed physical models
Logo development
Hand drawn perspective renderings
Presentations to communities and primary stake – holders
Promotional video productions

Schematic Design

Interpretive Writing
Research (Geology, Paleontology, Natural History, Local History, First Nations History, and more)
Collections Management and Coordination
Graphic Design
Audio Visual and Media Design
Gesture and Interactive Technology
Lighting Design

Design Development and Detailing

CAD construction drawings
High and low tech interactive prototyping and development
LEED® accredited designers

Fabrication and Installation Supervision

Specialty mount makers
Conservation specialists
Diorama foreground and background specialists
Media production and installation
Staff, warranty, and maintenance training
Lighting and special effects
Graphic and three dimensional production
Mannequins
Taxidermy
Original Art (ie sculpture, paintings, photography, etc.)

Post Project Services

(We cherish long-term relationships)

Exhibit Review and Evaluation
Graphic updates
Lighting and Media upgrades
Permanent and Temporary Exhibit Upgrade Consultation, Design and Execution
Conversion of older CAD files