Interpretive Programming

SKOLNICK was responsible for the conceptual planning, site selection, and complete architectural and exhibition design for the development of the Creative Discovery Museum, the second cultural destination to be part of a major urban renewal project for the downtown Chattanooga riverfront. Development of the major family-oriented museum focused on themes in the Arts and Sciences. Exhibition areas include: Music Studio, Artists’ Studio, Paleontology area including a dig site, and an Inventor’s Studio.  Inside, the exhibits use both high and low-tech interactives to trigger the imagination and curiosity of children 0-12 years old in the exploration of their creativity. As part of our overall exhibition program for this facil... More

The Aileron Campus is the physical manifestation of a mission: to create an environment for owners of private enterprise to study professional management. Aileron reached out to SKOLNICK to create a unique place, envisioned as a retreat where entrepreneurs and business leaders can escape the everyday challenges of running a venture, focus on big picture thinking, and interface with their peers.   Collaboration with Aileron’s founders and stakeholders led to the formulation of key themes that characterize the concept of entrepreneur. These themes served to inform every aspect of the design process.   A rural setting on a former farm enhances the visitor’s sense of being removed from everyday challenges. Open views,... More