What We Do

StartingaChildrensMuseum.com is a project of BrownKnows Design, LLC.
We love working with the passionate and entrepreneurial
emerging children’s museum market and have the knowledge and experience to
launch your exhibits into orbit!

Make it stand out.

Working with a specialized
museum exhibit designer
pays dividends.

We can help you:

  • refine your vision and “sense of place” to create a product with real community connections

  • save money! Our experience helps you avoid budget surprises, and our conceptual design phases will boost your fundraising capacity exponentially!

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Conceptual Design

An early Conceptual Design uses broad strokes based on your Strategic Plan, in order to “paint a picture” of the anticipated look and feel of the visitor experience, invaluable for building the initial “hype machine” within the community.

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Ground Plan

Based on the size of the given space, the key elements defined in your Strategic Plan, and any sponsorships or other must-haves, a detailed ground plan begins to inform the stages of fabrication.

3D Renderings

As the exhibit elements begin to take shape through continuous conversation between all parties, 3D Renderings help in visualizing circuit play and planning for transportation of loose parts.

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Schematic Designs

When exhibit elements have been finalized, detailed Schematic Designs clarify dimensions of each component and materials to be used. Schematic Designs may also include the text for signage and interactives, as well as a style guide (color palette & typography for all graphics). Schematics are great to use in fundraising for individual components.

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Production Calendar

A master Production Calendar is critical for keeping fabricators, painters, building contractors, and museum staff all on the same page - helping to prevent conflicts and costly delays or interruptions.

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 JEFF BROWN (BrownKnows Design)

is a Minnesota native who connects with the passions of smaller organizations who strive for world-class results!

Jeff happened into the field of museum exhibit design and fabrication in 2014 after many years in theater production. That prior experience with time management, budgets, creative problem solving, and personnel management has been invaluable for shepherding emerging museums and other regional museums through the phases of exhibit concept development, design, fabrication, and fulfillment.

Jeff’s clients endorse him for his professionalism, creativity, efficiency, and ability to listen closely to both organizational staff and community stakeholders. He closely monitors timelines and budgets, keeps lines of communication open, and is proud to have been requested as a repeat collaborator with many organizations.

 When you’re ready to move forward with the museum of your community’s dreams, we’ll be your go-to team for exhibit design, fabrication, and installation!