Turning Stars into Experiences: The Remodeling of the Combarranquilla Planetarium by Schallertech

A Leap of Faith in Technology and Design

Imagine walking down a corridor that takes you straight into the cosmos, where each step you take immerses you further into the vastness of the universe. That’s exactly what we achieved in the renovation of the Combarranquilla Planetarium. But before getting to that point, there were challenges, adjustments, and most importantly, a shared vision with Combarranquilla, one of the first institutions that believed in Schallertech’s ability to transform spaces.

The First Encounter: Beyond the Stars

A Leap of Faith in Technology and Design

Imagine walking down a hallway that leads you directly into the cosmos, where each step you take immerses you deeper into the vastness of the universe. That’s exactly what we achieved in the renovation of the Combarranquilla Planetarium. But before reaching that point, there were challenges, adjustments, and above all, a shared vision with Combarranquilla, one of the first institutions that believed in Schallertech’s capability to transform spaces.

The First Meeting: Beyond the Stars

I remember the first meetings with the executives of Combarranquilla Family Compensation Fund. At that time, our portfolio was full of high-end residential projects, but nothing in the corporate sector. However, we were confident that we could apply our experience in audiovisual technology to a larger and more ambitious project. After several months, we received the invitation to review the Planetarium renovation project.

The Budget Dilemma: Creativity to the Rescue

We got to work. We visited recently renovated planetariums in Medellín and Bogotá, and we got in touch with German companies specialized in dome projectors. The result was an astronomical budget, over one million dollars. But here comes the interesting part:

They told us they only had 10% of the budget we had proposed. Our response? “Phew, let us redesign the project and we’ll make the best project with that 10%”.

And so we did. We reviewed what could be done with that 10% and were incredibly creative.

Technology in Museums: Not Just Seeing, but Living the Experience

Interactive Quiz Station, where we used an iPad and developed an App that communicated with the server that projected the answers on the TV.

Among the game stations and interactive floors, it’s impossible not to stop and reflect on the crucial role technology is playing in transforming spaces like museums and planetariums. But why is it so important?

Beyond the Glass

Interactive floor station. This station rotates games every so often.

Remember the first time you went to a museum. You were probably confronted with a series of objects behind glass, untouchable and static. Technology breaks that glass barrier, allowing for a more immersive experience. You don’t just see an asteroid; now you can “squash” it with your own feet.

Active Learning

Technology turns learning into a participatory activity. Imagine learning about constellations not just by looking up, but interacting with them through a touchscreen or even hand gestures. This type of active learning has proven to be much more effective than passive learning.

Personalization and Accessibility

With technology, museums can offer personalized experiences. Have a particular interest in Mars? Follow a specific route on your visit that immerses you in everything related to the Red Planet. Additionally, assistive technologies make museums more accessible to people with disabilities, opening up entire worlds for everyone.

Global Interconnection

Technology also allows museums to connect with similar institutions around the world. Imagine a joint exhibition between a museum in Bogotá and another in Tokyo, all perfectly synchronized thanks to cutting-edge technology.

Innovation and Interactivity at Every Corner: A Journey through the Universe Without Leaving the Planetarium

Augmented Reality: Playful Learning

Augmented Reality at Combarranquilla’s Planetarium. Kids show cards and the planets appear in their hands, which they can rotate 360°.

We created game stations that combine fun and learning

, using augmented reality to make the planets “come to life” in the kids’ hands. Each station has a specific theme, such as the Solar System, Space Exploration, or Astronomy Basics. There are also interactive floors where you can stomp asteroids, among other activities.

Networking: Bringing the Stars to Life

We installed an advanced network of computers and servers to manage the entire Planetarium experience. And guess what? It’s all managed from a single console, making it easier to troubleshoot and control all the interactive elements.

Thank You, Combarranquilla

We want to thank Combarranquilla for entrusting us with this monumental project, which has become a local landmark and an example for other institutions that are striving for innovation. With projects like these, we affirm that we can take on challenges of any size and complexity, always achieving high-quality results.

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