3D Visualization
Lennart Oberscheidt & Sophia Schachtner
Dortmund, Germany
2025
This concept presents a theme park ride in which a single venue transforms into multiple fictional worlds through projection mapping. A simple, versatile environment serves as a dynamic canvas for diverse narratives such as a sunscorched desert, an underwater realm, a UFO-invaded city, or a child’s room filled with oversized toys and space-themed wallpaper.
A scale model demonstrates the idea using two mirrored halves of a venue hall. While the ride vehicle moves through one side, the other resets, allowing continuous transitions between worlds. Projections cover both walls and 3D structures, adapting in real time to match the story.
Four featured worlds are inspired by the classical elements of fire, water, earth, and air. Animated visuals bring each setting to life, with giant figures, sea creatures, and interactive lighting enhancing the sense of immersion. Perspective-based effects can further deepen the experience, and environments can seamlessly transition into one another during the ride.
Although the architecture remains unchanged, the projections create a constantly evolving experience, turning each ride into a unique and flexible platform for immersive storytelling.
