Immersive Exhibition Design: Enhancing the Cultural Heritage of Borobudur and Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan

This research explores the potential of immersive exhibitions to elevate the cultural heritage of Borobudur in Indonesia and Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan in Thailand. Through case studies of immersive exhibitions and a comprehensive literature review, it aims to develop concepts for visual and installation design. By merging real and virtual environments, the study employs qualitative methods, analyzing audio and video materials from teamLab-Planets immersive exhibitions. Visual mockups were created using available assets and an AI generator to delve into the cultural heritage of Indonesia and Thailand. The installation design draws inspiration from the visual forms of Borobudur and Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, including temples, stupas, and Buddha statues. To validate the conceptual installation design, bibliometric analysis was conducted, aligning it with current research trends and identifying essential elements for innovation. The research results include an Immersive Design Visualization and a conceptual framework for immersive exhibitions of these iconic sites. The mockup concepts and installation designs will proceed to an experimental design phase, with the ultimate goal of creating a fully realized immersive exhibition.