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Themed entertainment

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about themed entertainment
From the moment you drive into the building, your journey has already begun. The driveway weaves between buildings and plants, leading you to the parking lot.
A bird's-eye view of EPIC LAND
Walk through the pedestrian deck to the entrance of the building.
A grand, immersive gateway that instantly transports visitors into a vibrant, gaming-inspired world. The entrance also creates an eye-catching facade towards the city and attracts people who pass by the building.
Plants and the sound of dripping water accentuates the mysterious atmosphere in the entrance area. The signage tells guests not only a direction but also an attraction recommendation.

Project • By Ryotaro OkadaTheme Parks

EPIC LAND

“EPIC LAND", a thesis design project by Ryotaro Okada, was awarded the Best Thesis Design Award by UCLA Architecture and Urban Design in 2024.  It reimagines the concept of an urban theme park by blending immersive entertainment with architectural innovation. Inspired by the real-world collaboration between Disney and Epic Games, EPIC LAND offers Los Angeles a full day of interactive storytelling and immersion into the world of Epic Games' iconic intellectual properties—all contained within a single building.    See the article about "EPIC LAND" on the UCLA AUD website. Caption Walk through the pedestrian deck that weaves between buildings and unique structures to the entrance of the building. The deck off... More