Lobby and Arrival – Circulation and Scale

Lobbies managed flow and set tone through materials, lighting, and generous scale.

Design Elements

• Tall volumes and light
• Clear sightlines and cues
• Durable materials underfoot

Threshold Reading

Reading Museum Spaces

• Look for how circulation invites pauses.
• Notice transitions between exhibits.
• Consider acoustics near large artifacts.
• Identify rest points before entering denser galleries.

Bottom line: Arrival cues help us move attentively through reflective spaces.