“The new Exploratorium, three times the size of its original location and the country’s largest net zero energy museum, is a model design for the expression of science in an environment that fosters curiosity and discovery, and where tinkering Silicon Valley-style inspired the origins of the maker space concept. The combination of the historic Pier and the open-warehouse space of the new Exploratorium designed by EHDD supports all these concepts. Its vastness — inside and out —allows children to run and explore without feeling constrained. Spaces are flexible and flow into one another. Light animates the interior, the acoustics muffle the excitement and allow you to concentrate, and the exhibits are alive with energy and engagement. It’s a place that feels like home — only a lot more fun - where things can be touched and prodded.” – Jennifer Devlin, FAIA, EHDD Principal