The "Sit Down, Please" exhibition delves into the crucial role of visitor relaxation in museum environments. It showcases the innovative 'sit&see' smart seating bench prototype, developed through a collaboration with mmcité. This initiative explores modern seating solutions alongside a rich historical overview of exhibition furniture from the 20th century, enhancing the overall visitor experience.
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This exhibition showcases the 'sit&see' smart seating bench prototype, developed in collaboration with mmcité, focusing on creating comfortable and functional furniture for 21st-century museum visitors. It also presents historical seating furniture from 20th-century exhibitions.
The 'Sit Down, Please' project and exhibition addresses the often-overlooked aspect of visitor relaxation in museum spaces by focusing on the development of smart seating furniture. Collaborating with the renowned furniture producer mmcité, the museum developed and is now exhibiting a prototype of the 'sit&see' bench. This initiative, supported by the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic, aims to create seating solutions suitable for the 21st-century visitor experience. Visitors can not only try out the new bench but also compare it with historical seating furniture used in exhibitions throughout the 20th century. The exhibition is complemented by a publication that delves into the history of seating furniture in expositions and the evolution of outdoor furniture, offering a comprehensive look at the subject.
Admission is free with a ticket to any exhibition at The Museum of Decorative Arts.
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