Exhibition Design and Fit-Out for 'Coastal Forces: Spitfires of the Seas' Gallery at the National Museum of the Royal Navy
THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY · Awarded contract
AwardedExhibition Design and Fit-Out for 'Coastal Forces: Spitfires of the Seas' Gallery at the National Museum of the Royal Navy
Awarded 26 Feb 2018
Ended 7y 3mo ago1y 5mo term
Awarded 26 Feb 2018Expired 30 July 2019
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The National Museum of the Royal Navy awarded a contract to Studio MB Ltd for the design and fit-out of a new permanent gallery, 'Coastal Forces: Spitfires of the Seas', centred on two historic craft, Coastal Motor Boat CMB331 and Motor Torpedo Boat MTB71.
The project involves conceiving an initial concept design, developing a detailed exhibition design brief, procuring subcontractors, and project managing the fit-out, including graphic design, audiovisual and interactive exhibits, interpretation design, and gallery lighting.
The contract value is £450,000.
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Exhibition Design and Fit-Out for 'Coastal Forces: Spitfires of the Seas' Gallery at the National Museum of the Royal Navy
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