Windy City Dots
The Design Museum of Chicago inspires, educates, and fosters innovation through design.
We define design broadly, from architecture to street art, from choreography to urban planning. Design is more than a powerful source of inspiration. It is an integral tool that can help to connect communities and create equity. Through free, short-term exhibitions, engaging public programming, and robust partnerships with other arts, academic, and non-profit organizations, the Design Museum contextualizes and humanizes design's influence in everyday life.
Like art, science, and the humanities, design surrounds us. It impacts our worlds deeply, affecting everything from our quality of life to our interactions with our neighbors. Bringing design to a relatable, human level allows us all to better understand the power of design and to utilize that power to fundamentally improve the human condition.
Jan 2023 - May 2023
Role
Designer, Design Researcher
Team
Steven Hunsicker, Smrti Ganesan, Eunji Kim, Feng(Jiafeng) Zhu
Client
Design Museum of Chicago
Tools & Methods
Ethnographic Research, Client + Desk Research, Observations, Intercept Interviews, Analysis + Synthesis
How might we make living in Chicago as exciting as visiting it for the first time?
Overview
The Problem
Tourists are excited to visit iconic attractions like the Chicago's Cloud Gate, a.k.a. "The Bean". However, for locals, these attractions have lost their appeal due to repeated visits. Our goal is to reignite the excitement and curiosity for locals to explore their city.
The Solution
Windy City Dots provides a new and exciting way for players to explore Chicago and its diverse communities. It allows players to see the city through a fresh lens and gain a deeper appreciation for its unique history and design. Through the game’s immersive features and partnership with the Design Museum of Chicago, players are empowered to engage with local communities and culture in an adventurous and interactive way.
