LIFE BEYOND FIRST CLASS
ARTS & COLLECTIBLES
JOURNEY OF THE
PIONEERS
An Odyssey into the Future
at The Museum of the Future
MARSHA BERGMAN
PHOTOGRAPHY: GIOVANNI EMILIO GALANELLO
In the heart of Dubai, a city renowned for its architectural wonders, stands The Museum of the Future, an awe-inspiring structure designed by Killa Design. This architectural masterpiece hosts the “Journey of the Pioneers” exhibition, an immersive expedition that stretches over 3,000 square meters and spans three floors.
The museum itself is an iconic structure along Sheikh Zayed Road, resembling a shimmering silver ring adorned with spiraling calligraphy. Its design is a physical manifestation of the Sheikh’s vision that “the Future belongs to those who can imagine it, design it, and execute it.”
The exhibition unfolds as a journey through three distinct narratives, each dedicated to a different aspect of the future. The first chapter launches visitors into a high-speed space capsule, transporting them to the OSS Hope space station, set in the year 2071. This section presents a mission to harness the sun’s energy using the moon, portrayed through a realistic and interactive experience.
Moving to the second chapter, visitors find themselves at the HEAL Institute on the fourth level, immersed in the world of bioengineering and ecosystem regeneration. This part of the exhibition showcases the interconnectedness of rainforest life and features innovations like the Biosynth. It serves as a call to action for visitors to contribute to the healing of ecosystems.
The final chapter, ALWAHA, offers a serene retreat where visitors engage in therapeutic experiences, emphasizing wellbeing amidst technological advancements. This space provides treatments like movement therapy and electromagnetic field rebalancing, focusing on individual well-being in an increasingly technological world.
Additionally, the ‘Future Heroes’ exhibition for children provides an engaging and educational experience about the future, occupying 1,200 square meters on the first floor. This aspect of the exhibition is specially designed to inspire the younger generation about the possibilities of the future.
The exhibition’s design is a journey for the senses, with meticulously chosen materials and ambient elements enhancing the experience. The space station walls give the impression of being made from asteroid-mined materials, the HEAL Institute features sustainable rattan palm, and the ALWAHA walls are enveloped in clay.
The creative force behind this exhibition is ATELIER BRÜCKNER, which collaborated with over 20 experts, artists, and technologists. The exhibition is a culmination of cutting-edge research and visionary artistry, conceived and executed by a team of planners responsible for the design and full implementation.
“Journey of the Pioneers” is more than just an exhibition; it’s a transformative experience that fuses art, science, and architecture. It not only showcases a potential future but also inspires visitors to contemplate their role in shaping it. This exhibition is an essential visit for anyone fascinated by the prospects of tomorrow.