Metro Van at the PNE - LED Tunnel Boring Banner
Project Overview
Client: Metro Vancouver
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Duration: 2024
Scope: A life-sized print of a tunnel boring machine enhanced with custom LED lighting, designed to serve as a captivating centerpiece at Metro Vancouver’s event space at the PNE.
BRIEF
For Metro Vancouver’s event space at the PNE, we created a life-sized print of a tunnel boring machine to showcase the impressive scale and advanced technology of these engineering marvels. This display features integrated custom-programmed LED lights that simulate the spinning motion of the machine, adding a dynamic and eye-catching element. Designed with durable materials, the installation is built to withstand transport, setup, and repeated use, ensuring it remains a highlight of Metro Vancouver’s event presence.
Considerations
Selecting durable materials to ensure longevity and maintain quality through repeated installations.
Seamlessly integrating LED lighting to create a smooth and realistic spinning effect without detracting from the design.
Designing the display for portability and ease of setup, enabling efficient transport and installation at the PNE and other venues.
Ensuring the print accurately reflects the scale and intricacy of a real tunnel boring machine for maximum visual and educational impact.
The Result
Process
Concept designs & 3d Models
Our 3D modeling process combines precision and creativity, allowing us to bring complex concepts to life in a visually compelling way. Starting with detailed client insights and sketches, our team crafts each element of the activation in a digital 3D space, refining the design to ensure structural integrity and visual impact. This process enables us to preview and perfect every detail before production, ensuring the final activation captures both the intended functionality and aesthetic. The result is a meticulously designed model that serves as a blueprint for fabrication, aligning seamlessly with the project’s vision and enhancing the viewer's immersive experience.
Fabrication
Our Team
Our amazing team members deserve credit for working together to develop this excellent project and bring our client's vision to life!
Troy McNamara - Creative Director and Project Manager
Nellie Ehen - Graphic Designer
Will Donaldson - Electronics & Lighting
Ashley Kuipers - Administrator
MRG Events - Event Co-ordinators