Adaptive design
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about adaptive design
Project • By KO-arch • Museums
SANKOFA Mobile Museum
Sankofa Mobile Museum is an interactive traveling museum serving schools across Prince George’s County and the Washington, DC metropolitan area. It introduces students to “untold” histories spanning 10,000 years, bringing forward narratives that have often been marginalized or overlooked.
“Sankofa,” a word from the Twi language of Ghana, means “to go back and retrieve the past in order to move forward.” The concept emphasizes reclaiming suppressed histories and establishing a critical dialogue between past and present.
Courtesy of Sankofa Mobile Museum, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County
Today, the primary challenge facing museums is not only attracting visitors, but r... More
Project • By NUQUE arquitetura • Restaurants
Krispy Kreme
Bringing the first store of the iconic American brand Krispy Kreme to Brazil globally recognized for its fresh donuts and strong emotional connection with customers was a challenge that required more than simply setting up a point of sale.
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The goal was to create a unique space that combined factory, store, and brand experience right on Avenida Juscelino Kubitschek, one of the most prestigious areas of São Paulo.
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It was essential to translate Krispy Kreme’s global identity for the Brazilian audience, preserving iconic elements such as the “Hot Now” sign, the visibility of the production line, and highly Instagrammable environments. All of this had to be adapted to... More