Archaeological Museum Zadar

Launched

June 6, 2025

Client

Archaeological Museum Zadar / Museum of Nin Antiquities

What we did

3D Optimization, Annotation, Web Development, AR Integration

Project duration

4 weeks

About the project

“To je moj pjat” is a hybrid exhibition by the Archaeological Museum Zadar, opened at the Museum of Nin Antiquities on June 6, 2025. It brings together physical pottery displayed in showcases and highly detailed 3D digital replicas accessible via web and augmented reality.

The client provided 32 3D scanned pottery models grouped into 5 thematic categories. Our task was to transform these complex 3D assets into accessible, interactive digital experiences — usable on mobile devices and web platforms — while retaining the quality and integrity of the original artefacts. This digital experience elevates the accessibility and impact of the exhibition — both in-person and remotely — and sets a modern standard for archaeological storytelling.

Goals

  • Enable mobile-friendly, interactive 3D viewing and AR projection of scanned pottery
  • Provide educational annotations to highlight engraved symbols and drawings
  • Bridge physical and digital museum experiences using QR codes
  • Present the artefacts in a visually rich yet technically efficient way

Solutions

  • Optimized 3D Models Simplified high-detail 3D pottery scans for smooth, real-time interaction on web and mobile, while preserving visual quality.
  • Detailed 3D Annotations Integrated spatial annotations highlighting graffiti, inscriptions, and motifs, with zoomed-in visual callouts for better clarity and storytelling.
  • Interactive Web Experience Created 5 thematic web pages featuring categorized pottery models, interactive hotspots, and educational content — accessible via QR codes in the exhibition.
  • Augmented Reality Integration Enabled full-scale AR projection of pottery models directly from the website, allowing users to place and view artefacts in their own space.
  • Streamlined Deployment Prepared all assets for fast loading and cross-device compatibility; implemented stable hosting and delivery infrastructure for long-term use.

Fragments of the Experience