Original Promptrewrite a slides presentation and rewrite exactly; Window Display Design Challenge
Grade: 7–8
Time:
Day 1: 90 minutes (design + feedback)
Day 2: 90 minutes (build + display + critique)
Career Context
Students act as interior designers / visual merchandisers hired to design a department store window display for a special seasonal event. Their goal is to communicate a message, attract customers, and promote a product using design principles and spatial thinking.
Missouri Career Cluster–Align...
This document outlines a comprehensive window display design challenge that immerses participants into the role of professional interior designers and visual merchandisers. The project spans multiple days, beginning with concept development and storyboarding, followed by the physical construction of the display, and culminating in a final showcase and critique. Participants are encouraged to explore the powerful impact of visual merchandising elements such as light, color, and depth in attracting shoppers. Key design principles such as balance, scale, proportion, and hierarchy are emphasized throughout the project, guiding participants in creating effective and engaging displays. The assignment includes specific steps related to target audience identification, core product selection, ideation, and peer feedback protocols. Through iterative design processes and construction using sustainable materials, participants develop skills in creating visually compelling narratives that resonate with consumers.