How Award-Winning Exhibition Design is Going Circular: Insights from Scott Parker

How Award-Winning Exhibition Design is Going Circular: Insights from Scott Parker

🚀 Critical. is launching a podcast! And who better to kick things off than the talented Scott Parker, an independent exhibition and experience designer based in Hawke’s Bay.

WATCH INTERVIEW

Scott’s work blends industrial design with hands-on fabrication, creating immersive environments that are both innovative and sustainable.

🎙️ Scott's Highlights from our kōrero:

🌱 Designing for Longevity Beyond Exhibitions

The exhibition industry is notorious for short-lived installations. Scott challenges this by designing elements that can be repurposed or reimagined beyond their initial display—reducing waste while maximising value.

🛠️ The Fusion of Industrial Design and Spatial Experience

Scott’s background in industrial design gives him a meticulous eye for detail across large-scale spatial projects. His hands-on fabrication experience ensures that every design is not just beautiful, but buildable—making the transition from concept to reality seamless.

♻️ Championing Sustainability in Exhibition Design

Historically, exhibitions produced a lot of waste. But a shift is happening. Scott is helping to lead this movement with:

🔹 Modular Design – Components that can be reconfigured or reused for future shows.

🔹 Material Selection – Using eco-friendly materials like Critical.'s 100% recycled Cleanstone.

🔹 Lifecycle Thinking – Designing with reuse, reskinning, and recyclability in mind.

✨ Spotlight: "Ngā Pakiaka: Like the Roots of a Tree" at Auckland Art Gallery

Scott's exhibition design included our 'Kererū' and 'Milky' Cleanstone panels, chosen for their durability and circularity. The result? A stunning, interactive space where whānau explore art and environmental storytelling.

🎯 Takeaway for Designers:

Scott’s approach proves that sustainability and creativity go hand in hand. By embracing modularity, thoughtful material choices, and long-term design thinking, we can elevate our industry while reducing its footprint.

📌 Explore sustainable materials for your next project → criticaldesign.nz

📌 Check out Scott’s mahi → scottparkercreative.com

Let’s continue pushing the boundaries of design, ensuring our work aligns with the well-being of te taiao. 🌏

#SustainableDesign #ExhibitionDesign #CircularEconomy #InteriorDesign #RecycledMaterials #EcoInnovation #GreenBuilding #DesignForChange #Cleanstone #ArchitecturalCraftsmanship #FutureOfDesign

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