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Mushroom Land is an exhibit and installation proposal for the Discovery Museum in Acton, MA. Encouraging imaginative play and learning, the exhibit also encourages sensory play with different textures and colors throughout the space.
The new exhibit is located at the second floor of the museum connects and interact the Betty house, targeting the same age group(3-5). The goal of the exhibit is to encourage imaginary and sensory play allow children to play individually and collaboratively. The design consists of bright and vibrant colors to spark curiosity among kids as the display area is located next to the emergence exit and elevator. The mushroom house utilizes the corner to maximize the interior space. This element will provides a sense of safety and privacy for users. Outside the mushroom house is where the mushroom patches are located allowing kids to interact, pick, and plant with the crotched mushrooms. The mushroom puzzle is located along the railing where kids can sit floor and explore. The whole exhibit provides and area for children to utilize their hands and imagination to play.