Interview with BOK+
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BOK+
Location:
Münster | Berlin | Cologne
Palpable Radiance
Over the course of their history, the Liesborn Gospels have been honoured in a variety of ecclesiastical and secular ways. The interdisciplinary agency BOK+ was commissioned to bring this national cultural asset to life with all the senses in an exhibition. It has mastered the balancing act between sacral radiance and scholarly categorisation to create an immersive experience, with its effects also unfolding through – architecturally sophisticated – reduction.
Red Dot about BOK+
Our gospel room is very immersive and appeals to many senses. We deliberately use various subtle effects that work together without jeopardising the impression of simplicity.
David Bücker
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Employees as of 202410
Distinctions in the Red Dot Award2012
Year of foundationAwarded in
Awarded projects 2024
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