J-3 Orientation Exhibits Design Deck.pdf

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100% Bid Package - Design Deck Orientation Gallery

Oct 12th, 2023

Attachment J-3

Contents Material Palette

Exhibit Display Fin Systems and Casework

Gallery Zones:

● Library Foundations Timeline

● Thomas Jefferson Library

● Collections Ring

● Living Library

Niche Experiences + Media:

○ Gallery Entrance

○ Art and Architecture Niche

○ View to the Stacks Niche (No Media)

○ Audio Remix Niche

○ Ask A Librarian

○ Search Column

Material Palette

Orientation Gallery - Finishes

Flooring

Epoxy Terrazzo

TBD

Ceiling Panel

Expanded Metal Mesh

Powder Coated Aluminum

Exhibition Fin Walls

White Ashwood Veneer over Aluminum Tube, with solid ashwood nosing

Ceiling Paint

Benjamin Moore 2112-50 Stormy Monday

Orientation Gallery Finishes

Wall Paint

Benjamin Moore

HC-170

Stonington Gray

Exhibition Lighting

Erco Parscan 48V Zoom Spotlight

Arch Downlighting

Erco Compar Downlight

Orientation Gallery - Finishes

Orientation Gallery Finishes

Media Tables

Powder Coated Metal RAL 7047

Dupont Corian Pearl Gray

Casework

Powder Coated Dark Gray

RAL 7021

Flooring

Epoxy Terrazzo

TBD

Ceiling

Benjamin Moore 2121-50 Ice Cube Silver

Perforated Metal

Circle-Perforated Mesh

Powder Coated Aluminum

1/8" Round on 3/16" Staggered Centers

RAL 9003 Signal White

Sheen Semi Gloss

Paint Existing Plaster

Benjamin Moore

HC-170

Stonington Gray

Orientation Gallery Finishes Niches

Media Tables

Powder Coated Metal RAL 7047

Dupont Corian Pearl Gray

Orientation Gallery Finishes

Orientation Gallery | Plan

Living Library

Many Voices

Origins

View to the Stacks

Audio Rem ix

Art + A rc hite ctu re

AAL

Experience Overview

Gallery Entrance

Exhibit Display Fin System and Casework

Orientation Gallery | Exhibit Display Fin Systems and Casework

Casework Type Overview

8 x Inset Case - Deep

EF-2A

1 x Inset Case - Shallow

EF-2B

4 x Bed Case

EF-3

A

B

C

Inset Case - Deep (EF-2A)

Engineered Glass Casework with Passive Climate Control

A

Engineered Glass Casework with Passive Climate Control

A

Vitrine ⅜” Tempered Glass (Final specification TBD)

Finishes ⅛” Powder Coated Steel Case Exterior (Final Colors TBD) All Interior materials are Oddy tested and conservation approved for long term display

Security Cam Locked Access for Display, Desiccant and Technology Chambers

Lighting Recessed LED Track Lighting on 3 Sides of the Case (L-22) (L-MTRTK w/ Micro Track 1W Spotlight by LUXAM); and Linear LED on 3 sides of the case ( Kendo M Line by Luminii)

Case Opening Hinged (Front access)

Object Mounting Types Built-in Mounting Tracks, Custom Mounting Panel or Shelving

Microclimate System Passive Climate Control (Specifications to be provided)

Quantity overall

Building Infrastructure Requirements Floor Duplex Outlet (Dedicated Circuit) Security Infrastructure (SJ and LOC Exhibits to review cabling pathway from security devices at casework to alarms and other devices) Lighting Power Infrastructure

Refer to drawing package for additional information

Engineered Glass Casework with Active Climate Control

A

Front View SectionInterior Plan

22.75”

6’-2”

3-9” 21”

4’-1”

7’-9”

Inset Case - Deep (EF-2A)A

Inset Case - Shallow (EF-2B)

Engineered Glass Casework with Passive Climate Control

B

Engineered Glass Casework with Passive Climate Control

B

Vitrine ⅜” Tempered Glass (Final specifications to be coordinated)

Finishes ⅛” Powder Coated Steel Case Exterior (Exact Color TBD) All Interior materials are Oddy tested and conservation approved for long term display

Security Cam Locked Access for Display, Desiccant and Technology Chambers

Lighting Recessed LED Track Lighting on 3 Sides of the Case (L-MTRTK w/ Micro Track 1W Spotlight by LUXAM); and Linear LED on 3 sides of the case ( Kendo M Line by Luminii)

Case Opening Hinged

Object Mounting Types Built-in Mounting Tracks, Custom Mounting Panel or Shelving

Microclimate System Passive Climate Control

Quantity overall

Building Infrastructure Requirements Floor Duplex Outlet (Dedicated Circuit) Security Infrastructure (SJ and LOC Exhibits to review cabling pathway from security devices at casework to alarms and other devices) Lighting Power Infrastructure

Refer to drawing package for additional information

Engineered Glass Casework with Passive Climate Control

B

Front View SectionInterior Plan

18”

6’-2”

2’-8” 18”

3’

7’-9”

Inset Case - Shallow (EF-2B)B

Bed Case (EF-3)

Engineered Glass Casework with Active Climate Control

C

Bed Case (EF-3)

Engineered Glass Casework with Passive Climate Control

C

Vitrine ⅜” Non glare acrylic (Final specifications to be coordinated)

Finishes ⅛” Powder Coated Steel or Alum Case Exterior All Interior materials are Oddy tested and conservation approved for long term display

Security Cam Locked Access for Display, Desiccant and Technology Chambers.

Bonnet is locked with key access at underside of the case.

2 plunge sensors for bonnet, 2 magnet contact sensors for the access door, 2 shock sensors.

Lighting Pole Mounted Miniature Lighting Spots (Mast C RCA by Loupi)

Case Opening Removal of Bonnet by lifting off. Bonnet to be made of ⅜” acrylic with museum glue joints. The total weight will be 37lbs.

Object Mounting Types Secured to Display Deck

Microclimate System Passive Climate Control

Quantity overall

Building Infrastructure Requirements Floor Duplex Outlet (Dedicated Circuit) Security Infrastructure (SJ and LOC Exhibits to review cabling pathway from security devices at casework to alarms and other devices) Lighting Power Infrastructure

Refer to drawing package for additional information

Bed Case (EF-3)C

Note: Angled case deck has been removed, Case deck is flat. 23

Bed Case (EF-3)C

Front View Section

Top View

9”

57 ½”

14”

30” 39 ⅜”

18 ¾”

57 ⅝”

27”

Exhibit Fin System Prototype

Exhibit Fin System Prototype

Intro Panel and Graphic Element

Material P95 Acrylic, clear

Printing Method Direct print text and graphic on 1st surface, DTS or laminate on 2nd surface

Amico Expanded Metal Ceiling Panel Mockup

Ceiling Panel Prototype

Gallery Zones

Library Foundations Timeline

Library Foundations - Timeline

● An illustrated timeline showcases important events and personalities throughout the Library’s history

Orientation Gallery | Timeline

Wall 1 Elevation: 1800 - 1925 (updated)

Orientation Gallery | Timeline Part 1 - V3

Orientation Gallery | Timeline Part 2 - V3

Orientation Gallery | Timeline Part 1 - V3

Wall 2 Elevation: 1925 - 2026 (updated)

Orientation Gallery | Timeline Part 2 - V3

Thomas Jefferson Library

Thomas Jefferson Library

● Casework displays the Thomas

Jefferson Collection, a foundational collection of books organized within three categories:

“Memory,” “Reason” and “Imagination”

● An illustrated timeline showcases important events and personalities throughout the Library’s history

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library Casework

Overview

26 x TJ Library Case

EF-1

Visitors Side

Librarian Side

Total Linear Footage: 702 ft

Memory: 185 ft Reason: 255 ft Imagination: 160 ft Folios: 102 ft

Programming Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library Casework

Total Cases: 26

Special Display (Open Book): 8-11

Monitors: 3

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library

TJ Library Case (EF-1)

Vitrine Low iron, Non glare, Laminated Security Glass, Thickness

TBD

Finishes Powder Coated 5052 Aluminum

Security Keyed Access. Top and bottom magnetic contact sensors on door. Two shock sensors in bottom void toward case front. Security system modules housed in separate electrical box.

Lighting Embedded Lighting at Each Shelf

Case Opening 1” Thick Honeycomb Aluminum Door from Backside of Case. Silicone Gasketing.

Object Mounting Types Books on Shelves, as well as Periodic Books Laid Open

Microclimate System Passive Climate Control

Quantity overall

Refer to drawing package for additional information

Visitors Side (Front)

Scholars Corridor Side (Rear) 42

Interior Plan

Top View

Front View Section

17”25”

4’-3” 18”

11 3/4”

11 3/4”

11 3/4”

11 3/4”

11 3/4”

12 3/16”

8’-8”

4’-4”

27”

4’-4”

Casework Security System, Wiring diagram, Cyan:

Separate i8 output to iStar processors in security room

Green:

Magnetic contact input to local i8 module Two per case connected to separate i8’s

Magenta:

Shock sensor input to local i8 modules Two per case connected to separate i8’s

Chapter Dividers Indicates the section that a book belongs to

Section Intro Introduces and provides an overview of the section, including by listing its subcategories

Section Header Identifies the 3 sections

Case Highlight Panel Provides visitors with a selection book highlights in each case.

TJ Library Information Hierarchy

Shelf Facts Quick, light calls outs of fun and interesting facts

Open Book Display Provides space for open book display – may include minimal book info

ADDITIONAL SECTIONS

Zone Intro Statement expressing the main idea of Library Origins

TJ Library Intro Introduces visitors to the TJ Library

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library Casework | Graphic Guidelines

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library Casework | Graphic Strategy

Embedded Panel Graphics

UV Print on Plexi

LED Light Panel

Powder-coated Front Panel

LED Light Panel

10.25” x 2’-0” Graphic Panel

11.25” x 1’-11.25” Graphic Panel

Open Book Displays

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library Casework | Graphic Strategy

Note: Open book display design TBC

Book Tags

Approach 2:

Fun, accessible subject call-outs (2-5 words)

Approach 1:

Quick/fun facts relating to a specific book (under 20 words).

Orientation Gallery | Thomas Jefferson Library Casework | Graphic Strategy

Collections Ring

Collection Ring

● Dense with objects, reflecting depth and breadth of Library's collections

● Diversity of perspectives, connecting to the concept of ‘Many Voices’

Orientation Gallery | Collection Ring

Existing Space

Witness Narrate Re-imagine

5’

6’

2’6”

Orientation Gallery | Inside the Collections

Imagine & InnovateWork in Progress Collaborate

Orientation Gallery | Inside the Collections

People Traditions Places

Study Explore Transform

Bedcase View

● Learn the many ways the Library is alive with research, preservation, innovation, learning, creativity, and imagination.

Orientation Gallery | Living Library

*Note: Graphic elements, media equipments shown in the view are for reference only.

Section Title

Subsection Panel Large white panels for each subsection containing titling and a short blurb describing those activities at the Library

Living Library Information Hierarchy

Quote Quotes from different historical backgrounds

Labels (Tombstone) Labels exhibited in close proximity to an artifact on display. Label with basic information

Additional Graphic Types

Zone Title

Zone Intro

Infographics Bespoke graphics expressing the identity and background of a department or Library topic

Story Panel Small panels accompanying infographics and objects / images within each subsection

Orientation Gallery | Living Library - Graphic Guidelines

Discover the Library

Welcoming Creators – Liza Mundy & Lin Manuel Miranda, Cycle of Copyright

Welcoming Creators

5ft.

Providing Access – Jesse Holland, Robert Schultz, NLS

Providing Access

5ft.

Poet Laureate Prizes (special call out for Kluge Prize)

Gershwin Prize

Celebrating Creators

5ft.

Collecting in the Moment –

COVID-19, 9/11

Collecting Through Copyright Donation – Collector, Creator Overseas Offices

Building the Collections

5ft.

Preserving Memory

5ft.

5ft.

Connecting and Sharing map

Alternative OptionBase Option

Base Option: Analog Alternative Option: Interactive

2. Interactive1. Analog, Peg Only

Orientation Gallery | Living Library

Connecting and Sharing Map

1.Analog 3D Views

Orientation Gallery | Living Library

2. Interactive 3D Views

Orientation Gallery | Living Library

Connecting and Sharing Map

Housing for individually programmable LED lights behind each peg

Idle mode (when no one is interacting with the screen/map)

MAP: all 3 categories light up SCREEN: an introduction text about ‘Connecting and Sharing’ is shown on screen

Interaction with blue button

MAP: Only blue dots are lit.

SCREEN: Content on screen shifts from introduction information to the blue section (National Library Service for the Blind and Print disabled libraries).

Interaction with yellow button

MAP: Only blue dots are lit.

SCREEN: Content on screen shifts from introduction information to the yellow section (Teaching with Primary Sources Consortium).

Interaction with orange button

MAP: Only blue dots are lit.

SCREEN: Content on screen shifts from introduction information to the orange section (Center for the Books).

Orientation Gallery | Living Library

Interaction Sequence

Connecting and Sharing Map Reference

Orientation Gallery | Living Library - 3D View

*Note: Graphic elements, media equipments

Orientation Gallery | Living Library - 3D View

*Note: Graphic elements, media equipments

Niche Experiences + Media

Gallery Entrance

Orientation Gallery - Orientation Gallery entry

Folio Light Box Backlit Signage

Painted Wall

Screen-printed Graphic

Screen-printed Graphic

7'-2 ¾"

6’-8 ½”

Type: Ogg Weight: Book Size: 80 pt.

Set: Sentence case, left aligned

Type: Sharp Grotesk Weight: Medium 20 Size: 150 pt.

Set: Capital letters, left aligned

Type: Sharp Grotesk Weight: Medium 20 Size: 168 pt.

Set: Sentence case, right aligned

7'-10”

About 70 words

Orientation Gallery - Orientation Gallery entry - Left arch

72”

33”

Orientation Gallery - Orientation Gallery entry - Right arch

Type: Ogg Weight: Book Size: 80 pt.

Set: Sentence case, left aligned

50 words max

Type: Sharp Grotesk Weight: Medium 20 Size: 300 pt.

Set: Sentence case, left aligned

Type: Sharp Grotesk Weight: Medium 20 Size: 150 pt.

Set: Sentence case, left aligned

Type: Courier Sans Weight: Regular Size: 64 pt.

Set: Sentence case, left aligned

Art and Architecture Niche

Art and Architecture Niche

● Explores the art and architecture of the Jefferson Building

● Interactive screen and projection allows visitors to engage with key artworks at a large scale

● Touch models focus on building details

Orientation Gallery | Art and Architecture Niche

The Art & Architecture niche will…

— Be a space for doing

— Focus on stories (and backstories) of the Jefferson Building

— Touch on how and why this place came to be

— Preview what’s here and what’s so cool about it all!

Outcomes

1. Visitors are energized to explore the building

2. Visitors want to take a tour to learn more

Orientation Gallery | Art and Architecture Niche

Plan

Elevations

Table 1 Table 2 Table 3

Building Section Model

Media Table Touch Table

Orientation Gallery | Art and Architecture Niche

Content Diagram

Building Section Model

Media Table Touch Table

A section model gives visitors a sense of the Library’s Main Reading Room and the building’s overall structure

The niche’s media experience explores the art in the Library

A hands-on experience shows design elements, demonstrating the richness of detail in the Jefferson Building

Table 1 Table 2 Table 3

Content Diagram

Orientation Gallery | Art and Architecture Niche

Table 1 Section Model

1:200 Scale section model of the Thomas Jefferson Building

Orientation Gallery | Art and Architecture Niche

Interpretation

Table 1 Section Model

Table 3 Touch Model

96*Note: Graphic elements, touch models,media equipments shown in the view are for reference only.

View to the Stacks Niche

View to the Stacks Niche (No Media)

● A window into the stack allows visitors to have a peek behind the scenes.

● Infographics unpack the magnitude and details of the Library’s collections

Orientation Gallery | View to the Stacks Niche

Graphics Elements Note: Final graphic elements TBD

Note: Final graphic elements TBD

Note: Final graphic elements TBD103

Note: Final graphic elements TBD104

Audio Remix Niche

Audio Remix Niche

● Visitors interact with the Library’s collection through body gestures, manipulating collection imagery and audio to create their own pieces of art.

Orientation Gallery | Audio Remix Niche

What do the collections sound like?

— Here, visitors have a primarily sonic encounter with the Library’s many holdings, at times supported with visuals

— The experience is exploratory in nature, focusing on delight and discovery over “music-making”

Experience Components

Ask A Librarian

Ask A Librarian Niche

● Interactive that allows visitors to engage directly with Library Staff

● Media Table provides interface for visitors to interact with online portal of questions

Orientation Gallery | Ask A Librarian

— Teases the media interactive with bite-sized questions

— Gives the alcove a unique sense of space

— Engages visitors through a tactile approach

Orientation Gallery | Ask A Librarian

Content Approach

— A hands-on experience interjects a burst of color and warmth into this alcove, drawing visitors into the tabletop experience

Cards Closed

Cards Open

Cards Closed

Cards Open

Elevation

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