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3D modelling brings fashion archive to virtual life

RMIT Design Archives

3d modelling | exhibit design

As part of Melbourne Design Week, the RMIT Design Archives hosted a series of events showcasing the first public viewing of works by Clarence Chai, a Singapore-born Melbourne designer who pioneered independent, underground youth fashion in the 1970s and 1980s. 

The RMIT Design Archives' gallery windows displayed the Chai collection through an exhibition inspired by his unconventional design approach and innovative methods that challenged traditional norms. 

For the installation, I created a 3D model of the space to better visualise the exhibition elements. This model doubled as a virtual tour, helping coordinate access and audience engagement during events.

Creating detailed 3D models of the exhibition space was crucial in visualising and planning the display of Clarence Chai's works. The virtual model served a dual purpose–it helped optimise the physical layout of exhibition elements and provided an accessible virtual tour option, enhancing the overall visitor experience and ensuring inclusive access to the collection. This digital approach proved particularly valuable for coordinating multiple stakeholders and facilitating effective communication during the creative process.

Collaboration: Fan Chen, Chenxu Gao, Tanya Gidwani, Jinge (Evelyn) Han, Mudra Patel, Elisabeth Hougaard, Yuting Jiao, Jijia (J.J.) Jin, Siyan Liang, Mengxuan Li, Kin Pan (Hayman) Lo, Muskaan Nagar, Sheereen Perrin, Natasya Rustam, Yanan Tao, Yilun (Sharon) Xiao, Luyang (Lulu) Xu, John Ze Yuan Yin, Ann Carew, Simone Rule, Tim McLeod, Fayen d'Evie and Noel Waite.

3D modelling brings fashion archive to virtual life

RMIT Design Archives

3d modelling | exhibit design

As part of Melbourne Design Week, the RMIT Design Archives hosted a series of events showcasing the first public viewing of works by Clarence Chai, a Singapore-born Melbourne designer who pioneered independent, underground youth fashion in the 1970s and 1980s. 

The RMIT Design Archives' gallery windows displayed the Chai collection through an exhibition inspired by his unconventional design approach and innovative methods that challenged traditional norms. 

For the installation, I created a 3D model of the space to better visualise the exhibition elements. This model doubled as a virtual tour, helping coordinate access and audience engagement during events.

Creating detailed 3D models of the exhibition space was crucial in visualising and planning the display of Clarence Chai's works. The virtual model served a dual purpose–it helped optimise the physical layout of exhibition elements and provided an accessible virtual tour option, enhancing the overall visitor experience and ensuring inclusive access to the collection. This digital approach proved particularly valuable for coordinating multiple stakeholders and facilitating effective communication during the creative process.

Collaboration: Fan Chen, Chenxu Gao, Tanya Gidwani, Jinge (Evelyn) Han, Mudra Patel, Elisabeth Hougaard, Yuting Jiao, Jijia (J.J.) Jin, Siyan Liang, Mengxuan Li, Kin Pan (Hayman) Lo, Muskaan Nagar, Sheereen Perrin, Natasya Rustam, Yanan Tao, Yilun (Sharon) Xiao, Luyang (Lulu) Xu, John Ze Yuan Yin, Ann Carew, Simone Rule, Tim McLeod, Fayen d'Evie and Noel Waite.

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