JAPI

Together with renowned Mexican interactive studio Sietecolores, YIPP collaborated on a series of interactive installations for the ambitious redesign on the children’s museum – whose opening coincided with the 201st anniversary of Jalisco’s independence.

Celebrating Culture and Natural Beauty

The state of Jalisco, Mexico is an area of rich natural beauty, culture, art, and sports, something that the immersive spaces were designed to celebrate. Visitors are invited to connect with their heritage through playful discovery.

In the nature-themed space, an immersive cloud forest teems with interactive elements, from identifying plant and animal species to magical hopscotch paths of local flowers that respond to visitors’ movements. The Sports Arena invites visitors to meet international sports heroes from Jalisco and then transforms into a dynamic training ground where up to 30 participants can hone their skills in soccer, basketball, and boxing.

A virtual boat ride on Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest lake, offers a historical journey through Jalisco, guided by hosts Abel and Ku, who narrate the state’s evolution from ancient settlements to modern times. Additionally, a 20-meter LED wall dedicated to Wixarika art allows visitors to create and scan their artwork, contributing to a daily collaborative masterpiece.

Hands-on technology

To truly bring this project alive, YIPP used its proprietary tracking system developed in-house, leveraging depth cameras and AI-powered neural networks to track visitors' movements and interactions. This system enabled the creation of immersive environments with responsive and engaging interactions.

"At YIPP, our process is deeply hands-on," explains co-Founder Wouter van der Zouwe. "We emphasize early prototyping and extensive testing, not just with our clients but also with their visitors. Play is central to our approach – it's through play that learning happens, making discoveries both fun and memorable."

For the cloud forest, YIPP integrated an infrared tracking system to detect and differentiate between various objects, such as rocks and logs that alter the flow of a virtual river, and seed pods that visitors use to plant trees, promoting a sense of collective environmental stewardship.

Collaboration and Partnerships

The success of the JAPI museum project was rooted in the collaborative efforts of YIPP and Sietecolores, whose vision and engagement with local government and content experts ensured that the museum's renovation resonated with the community and celebrated Jalisco’s heritage.

The JAPI museum stands as a testament to what can be achieved through creative collaboration and technological innovation.


Want to know more about this project or have a similar project in mind that we can help you with? Get in touch with Wouter van der Zouwe (wouter.vanderzouwe@yipp.nl).