An exhibition designed to communicate the history and lived experience of the Dutch National Battalion and its role in the Netherlands. The project combines visual storytelling, photo editing, and curatorial design to create an engaging visitor experience that balances historical respect with accessible interpretation techniques.

The exhibition aimed to present the story of the Dutch National Battalion, a group of over 400 members across the Netherlands, in a way that was both respectful of historical context and engaging to a diverse audience. This involved tackling challenges such as:

Communicating complex historical narratives without overwhelming visitors

Integrating visual and textual content into a cohesive spatial layout

Balancing archival material with modern exhibition aesthetics

To address these challenges, I developed a design strategy that prioritized clarity, narrative flow, and visual coherence:

Central Narrative Panels Designed clear timeline and theme boards to guide visitors from one story chapter to the next. Photo Editing & Restoration Photographs from archival sources were edited and styled to maintain historical integrity while improving presentation quality.

Spatial Layout & Flow The physical layout was conceived to enhance narrative experience, leading visitors intuitively through chronological and thematic sections.