South American Research Journal, 3(2), 17-25
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con el fin de entender cómo se pueden integrar de manera
efectiva para enriquecer esta experiencia. Se realizó una
revisión bibliográfica exhaustiva, abarcando estudios desde
el año 2000 hasta la actualidad. La metodología incluyó la
síntesis de investigaciones de diversas disciplinas,
enfocándose en estudios que examinan la influencia de
elementos sensoriales y tecnológicos en la experiencia de
los visitantes de museos. Los estudios revisados revelan que
la señalización, la orientación, la inclusión, la arquitectura,
y las experiencias multisensoriales, incluyendo el uso de
Museum Sensorium: Redefining the
aesthetic experience in museums through
sensory elements and advanced technology
Sensorium museístico: Redefiniendo la experiencia
estética en museos a través de elementos sensoriales y
tecnología avanzada
realidad aumentada
y
virtual, tienen un impacto
María Carolina Vivar-Cordero1
significativo en la experiencia de los visitantes. La
integración eficaz de estos elementos puede crear
experiencias más ricas, inclusivas y memorables. Para
enriquecer la experiencia en los museos, es esencial
considerar una variedad de elementos sensoriales y
tecnológicos. La investigación sugiere la necesidad de
enfoques más interdisciplinarios
controlados para una comprensión más profunda de estas
influencias.
1
Universidad del Azuay. Facultad de Diseño.
Received: September 21, 2023 - Accepted: November 23, 2023 -
Publication: December 4, 2023
y
experimentos
ABSTRACT
Palabras clave: Experiencia estética, museos,
elementos sensoriales, realidad aumentada, realidad virtual,
inclusión, diseño de exposiciones.
The aesthetic experience of visitors in museums is a
complex facet, influenced by a variety of sensory elements.
Understanding how these elements affect the perception and
enjoyment of art and culture is essential for exhibition
design and museum management. This review aims to
collect, analyze and synthesize existing research on the
influence of aspects such as touch, sight, sound and the use
of advanced technologies on the museum experience, in
order to understand how they can be integrated effectively
to enrich this experience. An exhaustive bibliographic
review was carried out, covering studies from the year 2000
to the present. The methodology included the synthesis of
research from various disciplines, focusing on studies that
examine the influence of sensory and technological
elements on the experience of museum visitors. The studies
reviewed reveal that signage, wayfinding, inclusivity,
architecture, and multisensory experiences, including the
use of augmented and virtual reality, have a significant
impact on the visitor experience. Effectively integrating
these elements can create richer, more inclusive and
memorable experiences. To enrich the museum experience,
it is essential to consider a variety of sensory and
technological elements. The research suggests the need for
more interdisciplinary approaches and controlled
experiments for a deeper understanding of these influences.
INTRODUCTION
In the contemporary era, museums have transcended
their traditional roles as mere repositories of art and
historical artifacts, evolving into dynamic spaces that
offer
rich,
multi-sensory
experiences.
This
transformation is fueled by technological advancements
and an increasing emphasis on accessibility and
inclusion, leading to museum experiences that engage
visitors through a variety of sensory elements such as
lighting, sound, texture, and interactivity. Despite the
growing recognition of the importance of these sensory
experiences, a comprehensive understanding of how
these elements collectively influence the perception and
appreciation of artworks and exhibits remains elusive.
Addressing this gap calls for a deeper, more holistic
exploration. To date, research in this field has been varied
and fragmented, often examining sensory elements in
isolation. This piecemeal approach has resulted in a
limited understanding of how these elements interact and
contribute to the overall visitor experience—a central
question that drives our research.
The guiding question for this literature review is:
How do different sensory elements impact the aesthetic
experience of museum visitors, and how can they be
effectively integrated to enrich this experience? Our
objective is to collect, analyze, and synthesize existing
research to understand how elements such as touch, sight,
sound, and advanced technologies like augmented and
virtual reality converge to shape the perception and
enjoyment of art and culture within a museum setting.
This review seeks to provide a comprehensive
understanding that can inform future research and
practices in exhibition design and museum management.
Our focus is on how to create richer, more inclusive, and
memorable experiences for visitors, thereby contributing
to the ongoing evolution of museums as dynamic spaces
Keywords: Aesthetic experience, museums, sensory
elements, augmented reality, virtual reality, inclusion,
exhibition design.
RESUMEN
La experiencia estética de los visitantes en museos es
una faceta compleja, influenciada por una variedad de
elementos sensoriales. Entender cómo estos elementos
inciden en la percepción y disfrute del arte y la cultura es
fundamental para el diseño de exposiciones y la gestión de
museos. Esta revisión tiene como objetivo recopilar,
analizar y sintetizar investigaciones existentes sobre la
influencia de aspectos como el tacto, la vista, el sonido y el
uso de tecnologías avanzadas en la experiencia museística,
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