Visitor Center

South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

– Charleston, Oregon

Overview:
Developed the interpretive exhibits and signage for the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve Visitor Center, introducing visitors to estuary habitats, tribal connections, and scientific research.

Role: Lead Designer, Project Manager
Scope: Interpretive exhibits, interior signage, digital habitat map, tactile and interactive elements
Credit: Completed while working at Sea Reach Ltd; illustrations by Gabhor Utomo; skunk cabbage model by Phil Guzzo

Serving as lead designer and project manager, I developed a complete retrofit of the interpretive exhibits and interior signage for the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve Visitor Center, fully reimagining the previous visitor experience.

The exhibits guide visitors through the estuary’s dynamic habitats, rich cultural history, and ongoing scientific research and stewardship. Fully reimagined and layered, the displays feature tactile elements crafted from natural materials and encourage hands-on exploration of diverse environments, from freshwater to salt marshes. Interactive highlights include a children’s table, a lenticular print, a large digital habitat map, and tactile models, all designed to engage visitors with the region’s species, ecosystems, and ecological stories.