{"id":9010,"date":"2018-10-04T05:00:55","date_gmt":"2018-10-04T11:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.altethos.com\/?p=9010"},"modified":"2019-02-20T11:13:58","modified_gmt":"2019-02-20T18:13:58","slug":"how-to-build-an-experiential-design-that-will-tour-well","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/altethos.com\/how-to-build-an-experiential-design-that-will-tour-well\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Build an Experiential Design That Will Tour Well"},"content":{"rendered":"
Experiential design isn\u2019t just a buzzword in marketing. Not only can it be effective for businesses trying to gain customers, there are many other creative uses for this artform. Experiential design is used in art shows, private events, and more recently, live music performances. <\/span><\/p>\n From Super Bowl concerts to experimental musicians, this practice is taking hold in the music industry for a variety of reasons. Live concerts aren\u2019t just about the songs anymore. Concert-goers expect a full show, complete with visual entertainment and the opportunity to interact during the performance. While experiential design can be a major concert draw and build fans\u2019 loyalty, it can be difficult to pull off for mobile designs. If you\u2019re planning an experiential design for a concert or live performance, keep these three principles in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n This should be somewhat obvious, but many designers focus on creating elements that \u201clook cool,\u201d yet are not on-theme with a brand\u2019s message or persona. You must choose elements will add value to the live performance \u00a0and will drive home the artist\u2019s main message, persona, or theme of their tour. Album art or music videos can serve as great sources of inspiration.<\/span><\/p>\n Offering design elements that are easy to operate and maintain can solidify your relationship with an artist. If your equipment malfunctions or doesn\u2019t operate as intended, no matter the reason, the artist will be disappointed and more likely to choose another partner for their next stage design. While you might have access to a tour technician, you still want to ensure the equipment is easy to use so that you can eliminate as much of the learning curve as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n Custom fabricated lighting and set design pieces are some of the most difficult to create because they have to be mobile. You must choose your materials carefully to ensure they are easy enough for a roadie to transport, and durable enough so that if they are tossed around on the trailer, they won\u2019t be permanently damaged. Using waterproof materials when possible is also a plus, making your equipment safe for outdoor concerts. <\/span><\/p>\nCreate elements that are on-brand and audience friendly<\/b><\/h2>\n
Easy design and maintenance<\/b><\/h2>\n
Lightweight and durable<\/b><\/h2>\n
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