The Library of Congress has worked with Riggs Ward staff members on over thirty projects with varying themes. One of those projects is New Visitor Experience, focusing on integrating new technologies into the Library and creating brand new exhibition galleries.
RWD worked closely with the Library to achieve a balance of new exhibition elements with traditional pieces such as the cases designed specifically for the Library by Michael Graves. Interactive stations that allow visitors to electronically record items of personal interest throughout their visits are central elements included in each gallery. The goal of the project was to increase the Library’s relevance to patrons and to update its image as a must-see, practical, personal, and modern destination. RWD’s designs helped the Library to achieve this goal, from design of a new orientation desk to signage to interactive exhibitions to traditional artifact and panel displays.
HOW Interactive Design Awards, Best of Show 2009, Self Service Excellence Awards Best of Show 2009, AAM Muse Awards, Bronze, Interactive Kiosks 2009, Print Magazine Creativity & Commerce, Honorable Mention 2009, AIGA Annual Design Competition, Informing 2009
