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Canada

1867 Yonge Street
Suite 1100
Toronto, ON
M4S 1Y5
+1 416.480.2020

United States

530 Seventh Avenue
M2 - Unit 20
New York, NY
10018
+1 212.283.3030

Barbados Concorde Experience

Overview

Visitors experience the power of the famous Concorde jet airliner, from interactive controls to experience the rush of take-off to a multimedia show complete with sonic boom.

Details

Client
Barbados Tourism Investment Inc.
Project
The Concorde Experience, Grantley Adams International Airport
Size
20,000 sq. ft.
Project Delivery
Design-Build
Scope
Exhibit Design - Aviation
Location
Grantley Adams International Airport, Christchurch, Barbados
Year Completed
2007

Impact

Attraction
Top 10 for 10 years
Featured exhibit
1 of 3 Concordes on display worldwide

The
Goal

Barbados Tourism Investment Inc. asked R&P to develop a dynamic exhibit and new tourist destination that would pay tribute to the evolution of supersonic flight, its history, and aviation innovations with the British Airways iconic Concorde 212 G-BOAE as the star attraction.

The
Design

Once a privilege reserved for the rich and famous, visitors enjoyed the full experience of a Concorde flight, from the charm of the reconstructed waiting lounge to an introduction to the flight crew. Taking on the role of the pilot, guests ‘flew’ the plane using simulator cockpit consoles. On board the aircraft, a tour guide and various media described the excitement and celebratory atmosphere that once welcomed VIP passengers.

As a centerpiece of the hangar, the sound and light show ‘Engineered for Speed’, produced by Science

North, was projected onto the fuselage of the aircraft. The show dramatized the amazing feat of engineering that produced this sleek and beautiful aircraft. Sound-effects simulated the famous sonic boom of take-off that lifted visitors out of their seats. Brightly colored banners hung throughout the hangar, their design inspired by both the vapor trails created by the supersonic aircraft blasting through the sky­ as well as the character of the tropical location.

  • This is the best exhibit on the Concorde in the world. The R&P-led design team has truly raised the bar in terms of how we interpret and present the science of the Concorde. The peel away effect was brilliant.Captain Mike Bannister, the last pilot to fly the Concorde Alpha Echo

The
Result

The Barbados Concorde Experience was a resounding success for over 10 years as a beloved tourist destination and sought-after events space.

Marketing
Collateral

R&P mentored the Barbados team throughout the design process. This collaboration resulted in a unique exhibition driven by an experienced design-build team with design sensibility, and the enthusiasm of local designers and craftsmen. R&P developed a custom marketing logo that was applied to a number of collateral to attract tourists and locals, which complemented the exhibit graphics using the same look and feel.

Barbados Concorde Experience

Details

Client
Barbados Tourism Investment Inc.
Project
The Concorde Experience, Grantley Adams International Airport
Size
20,000 sq. ft.
Project Delivery
Design-Build
Scope
Exhibit Design - Aviation
Location
Grantley Adams International Airport, Christchurch, Barbados
Year Completed
2007

Overview

Visitors experience the power of the famous Concorde jet airliner, from interactive controls to experience the rush of take-off to a multimedia show complete with sonic boom.

Impact

Attraction
Top 10 for 10 years
Featured exhibit
1 of 3 Concordes on display worldwide

The
Goal

Barbados Tourism Investment Inc. asked R&P to develop a dynamic exhibit and new tourist destination that would pay tribute to the evolution of supersonic flight, its history, and aviation innovations with the British Airways iconic Concorde 212 G-BOAE as the star attraction.

The
Design

Once a privilege reserved for the rich and famous, visitors enjoyed the full experience of a Concorde flight, from the charm of the reconstructed waiting lounge to an introduction to the flight crew. Taking on the role of the pilot, guests ‘flew’ the plane using simulator cockpit consoles. On board the aircraft, a tour guide and various media described the excitement and celebratory atmosphere that once welcomed VIP passengers.

As a centerpiece of the hangar, the sound and light show ‘Engineered for Speed’, produced by Science

North, was projected onto the fuselage of the aircraft. The show dramatized the amazing feat of engineering that produced this sleek and beautiful aircraft. Sound-effects simulated the famous sonic boom of take-off that lifted visitors out of their seats. Brightly colored banners hung throughout the hangar, their design inspired by both the vapor trails created by the supersonic aircraft blasting through the sky­ as well as the character of the tropical location.

  • This is the best exhibit on the Concorde in the world. The R&P-led design team has truly raised the bar in terms of how we interpret and present the science of the Concorde. The peel away effect was brilliant.Captain Mike Bannister, the last pilot to fly the Concorde Alpha Echo

The
Result

The Barbados Concorde Experience was a resounding success for over 10 years as a beloved tourist destination and sought-after events space.

Marketing
Collateral

R&P mentored the Barbados team throughout the design process. This collaboration resulted in a unique exhibition driven by an experienced design-build team with design sensibility, and the enthusiasm of local designers and craftsmen. R&P developed a custom marketing logo that was applied to a number of collateral to attract tourists and locals, which complemented the exhibit graphics using the same look and feel.

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