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The exhibit includes at least one familiar object that most people have seen before. A familiar object should be something chosen by the designer for its familiarity. For example, there are many kinds of lightbulbs; a designer could deliberately choose to use and make visible a standard household bulb rather than a string of LEDs. A computer screen that’s part of a media kiosk is something most likely chosen for its utility, and is often hidden within cabinetry, and so is not considered a “familiar object.” Assess from up close An element of the exhibit includes an object or objects most people have seen before, that can be seen from up close: ○ Yes: the exhibit has stuff like kitchen items, basic household tools, musical instruments, stuffed animals ○ No: the exhibit has stuff like pulleys, lab equipment, shop equipment A familiar object should be something where the form factor matches what visitors would see at home, school, or in a department store. A typical flashlight would count; a custombuilt one would not. One common question is about mirrors—many exhibits have mirrors, but to be included in this category they should look just like mirrors people use in their daily lives—with a similar shape or frame. 52 EXHIBIT DESIGNS FOR GIRLS’ ENGAGEMENT | Appendix A: Assessing Exhibits
This guitar is upside down, but its overall form is familiar. This sculpture is made of household toothpicks. This exhibit lets visitors power common household objects, such as a fan or lightbulbs. EXHIBIT DESIGNS FOR GIRLS’ ENGAGEMENT | Appendix A: Assessing Exhibits 53
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