Space and Aviation Wing at Bursa Science and Technology CentreBursa, Turkey

The pull of the skies, the challenge of gravityThe Space and Aviation Wing in the Bursa Science and Technology Centre (BTM) is an interpretive experience of international scale. Conceptualized as a response to Turkeys aerospace aspirations and commitment to science education, the Wings two galleries provide immersive and inspirational interaction with aerospace topics, engaging visitors with scientific principles via innovative exhibits and dramatic interior environments. In the Aviation Gallery, visitors explore the evolution of flight technology, from humanitys earliest aspirations to todays rocket propulsion. The Space Exploration Gallery places visitors in an awesome recreation of the cosmos, with large-scale projections, suspended objects and an immersive space station environment. Scientific principles related to astronomy, space navigation and research are brought to life on the gallery floor.

APA was contracted by BTM to design the full exhibit experience. This included a master planning exercise that determined the architectural requirements of the new wing; a revised institutional vision statement capturing the wings interpretive objectives; and a design concept that incorporated content research, exhibit narrative and visitor experience. Production of detailed design documentation followed, with technical plans, interpretive content, audiovisual treatments and a catalog of interpretive programs integrated with the exhibit design.