CALL FOR PROPOSALS

IMCC Copenhagen 2025 Call for Session Proposals is now open! Session proposals are due Friday, March 21, 2025 and must be submitted by proposal link below. The 2025 congress theme is - STORYTELLING IN MUSEUM DESIGN

Creating a seamless and unique museum experience requires a collaborative approach among the architect, museum professionals, and exhibition designers from the very beginning of the project. By working together early on, the three parties can ensure that storytelling drives the design process, seamlessly integrating architecture, exhibition design, and visitor experience.

The architect brings an understanding of space, flow, and the building’s physical environment, which should not be seen in isolation but as part of a larger narrative. The museum professionals, often curators or content experts, know the collections and the core message that needs to be communicated. Exhibition designers translate this content into engaging, interactive environments that guide the visitor through the story.

Starting collaboration early allows these stakeholders to co-create a cohesive experience in which architecture and exhibitions do not compete but complement one another. Storytelling becomes the thread that weaves everything together. For example, a well-designed building can enhance the narrative by providing thoughtful transitions between spaces that support the themes through materials, lighting, and structure. The exhibition design can amplify these elements, guiding visitors through physical and emotional stages while the artifacts become a dynamic part of the narrative.

Incorporating storytelling as the main guideline ensures that every aspect of the museum experience—from the layout to the visual design—serves a unified purpose. This collaborative process allows each discipline to enrich the others, creating a truly immersive and unique experience for visitors.

Please note that we will be accepting proposals on a variety of topics. While we have a theme, we list suggested potential proposal topics below.

Please contact Brian Mandrier, IMCC Managing Director, at brian@mandriergroup with any questions.