Bluewater Studio worked closely with the Forest County Potawatomi Community to develop and produce this stunning exhibit within a unique 12-sided gallery. Acclaimed by the community and visitors alike, this exhibit features a magnificent range of physical elements, hands-on interactives, artifact cases, wall graphics, and multiple media experiences, including adedicated theatre space. This is representative of a growing body of indigenous museum projects led by Bluewater Studio and developed in collaboration with our partners at Lord Cultural Resources and WeatherstonBruer Associates. #bluewaterstudio #museumdesign #exhibitdesign #indigenousmuseum #culturalmuseum #culturalexhibit #designbuild
Bluewater Studio
Design
Grand Rapids, MI 533 followers
Project Planning | Design-Assist | Design-Build | Media | Technology | Fabrication | Installation
About us
Bluewater Studio is uniquely positioned to provide clients and partners with the highest levels of planning, conception, fabrication and installation of environments and exhibitions including access to groundbreaking media and technology experiences. Under the leadership of James Hungerford and Erich Zuern Bluewater Studio offers clients a team that has been collaborating on successful projects for museums, corporations, healthcare facilities, educational institutions and college sports for over a decade.
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http://www.bluewater.studio
External link for Bluewater Studio
- Industry
- Design
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1985
- Specialties
- Planning & Management, Design Assist, Design Build, Media & Technology, Fabrication, Installation, Healthcare, Museums, Corporate, Higher Education, Exhibitions, Exhibition Design, Interactive Experiences, Brand Experience, Immersive experiences, Immersive Brand Experience, Exhibit Fabrication, Exhibit Design, History Museums, Experience Centers, Innovation Centers, Museum Planning & Design, Visitors Centers, Corporate Museums, Science Museums , Welcome Centers, Student Centers, Sports Hall of Fame, Design Centers, Healthcare Environments, Sponsorship Activations , Cultural Centers, Science Centers, and Brand Activation
Locations
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Primary
5265 Kellogg Woods Dr
Suite B
Grand Rapids, MI 49548, US
Employees at Bluewater Studio
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Susan E. Fisher
Business Development Executive
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James Hungerford
Leader for Creative Businesses & Environments & Exhibitions | SVP & Founder, Bluewater Studio | CEO, Xibitz Inc. 2003-2015
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John Guertin
Exhibit Fabricator at Bluewater Studio
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Audrey Schaefer
Business Development + Arts Marketing
Updates
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We’re proud to help share the history of iconic companies, working in collaboration with talented design teams to produce corporate exhibitions + creative branded spaces in headquarters, office centers, and even inside of a historic repurposed train car: Kellogg Company World Headquarters (Design by Kahler Slater Branded Environments) A Florida energy company new office center (Design by Perkins&Will Branded Environments) UL Solutions World Headquarters (Design by Kahler Slater Branded Environments) Union Pacific Railroad Museum traveling exhibition ((Planning and Design Partners - Lord Cultural Resources and WeatherstonBruer Associates) Reach out to Bluewater Studio to learn how we can help you make your project more successful! #bluewaterstudio #brandedenvironments #experientialbranding #branddesign #interiordesign #sharinghistory #exhibitdesign #kellogg #unionpacific
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Sometimes, increasing visitor engagement merely requires an imaginative approach. We are highlighting two projects that engage multiple generations through interactive design: · Bluewater Studio was selected by the Cranbrook Art Museum to create a mini golf course on their grounds. Working closely with the designers at A Couple of Putts, we produced ten custom-designed holes inspired by the rich legacy of art and design. [Photo credit: Cranbrook Art Museum] · Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park wanted to create a unique space for young children to play. Our team produced and installed an immersive family garden experience, including a lushly illustrated custom carpet and an array of interactive elements that have proven wildly popular with young visitors. #bluewaterstudio #cranbrookartmuseum #meijergardens #designfabrication #museumdesign #visitorengagement Cranbrook Academy of Art
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Have you visited the new Flyover Chicago experience? This immersive attraction is now open at Navy Pier. Bluewater Studio was selected by our design partners at Envoy to plan, produce, and install this dynamic ticketing and entrance experience. The design features LED ceiling treatments, dimensional logos, custom ticketing kiosks, and a large transparent LED façade. Photo courtesy of Experience Flyover. #bluewaterstudio #flyoverchocago #experientialbranding #branddesign #brandedenvironments #designfabrication #leddesign
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Two exciting Museum Design-Build projects are currently in the works at Bluewater Studio in collaboration with our partners at Lord Cultural Resources and WeatherstonBruer Associates: · 4,900 square feet of interpretive exhibits for an all-new Oneida Nation Museum · 2,300 square foot permanent exhibit for the Museum of the Rockies Interested in learning more about our Design-Build approach? Let’s talk! #bluewaterstudio #museumdesign #exhibitiondesign #designbuild #fabrication #culturalmuseum
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What does a successful collaboration look like to us? · Shared vision · Focus on mutual best practices · Decisions based on team data · Streamlining processes Our collaborative approach to projects leads to successful outcomes for everyone involved. By partnering with Bluewater Studio early in the project, we are able to provide expertise, management, and solutions from start to finish to ensure the work is completed on time and in-budget. Want to collaborate with our team? Let's talk! #bluewaterstudio #designbuild #designassist #designfabrication #collaboration
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Bluewater Studio was selected to work with the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Nursing and the Perkins&Will Branded Environments team to help create a space that expresses and supports the mission and vision of the college. The design was focused on four key areas: Map Wall Elevator Surround Empathy Lab Wall Receptions Area We incorporated a unique variety of materials, production, and graphic techniques. Learn more about this recent project on our website: https://lnkd.in/e7mn_Rh4 #bluewaterstudio #perkinswill #brandedenvironments #highereducationdesign #interiordesign #designfabrication
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We've been busy! Sharing several recent projects completed at Bluewater Studio: Flyover Chicago Ticketing Experience Charles J Muth Museum at Hinchliffe Stadium Branding for the Mars Global innovation Center Timeline Gallery for a Florida Energy Company Siouxland Freedom Park Historic exhibit for Union Pacific Railroad Branding for Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science New display systems for the Harley-Davidson Museum, LLC Interested in creating inspiring spaces together? Contact us here: https://lnkd.in/eJX-QZ3i
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Looking forward to the American Alliance of Museums Conference this week in Baltimore! Visit us in Booth #5810 to talk exhibits. #bluewaterstudio #americanallianceofmuseums #aam2024 #exhibitiondesign #exhibitdesign #museumexhibition #designbuild
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Arriving visitors at Union Pacific Railroad’s recently renovated offices now have a unique opportunity to appreciate the storied history of the company, which parallels the history of the United States dating back over 150 years. To create that first impression, Bluewater Studio led a team that developed a series of vignettes in the main lobby incorporating historic artifacts from the archives of the Union Pacific Railroad Museum. Supported with conservation-grade mounts, artifacts include a conductor’s uniform, china and tea service, children’s menu and service items, and safety lanterns, as well as a commemorative scarf featuring Abraham Lincoln. Bluewater Studio completed this project in partnership with Meredith Sadler and WeatherstonBruer Associates. #bluewaterstudio #unionpacific #storytelling #brandbuilding #corporatedesign #exhibitdesign
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