A full AR/VR spatial scan and guided virtual tour of Smither Park using Matterport Pro2 technology.
Take a walkthroughThe Smither Park Virtual Tour is an immersive AR/VR experience designed to bring Houston's vibrant public art space into a digital environment. Using Matterport technology, our team created an interactive virtual tour that allows users to explore the park remotely while learning about its artwork, history, and cultural significance.
Role: AR/VR Designer & Content Contribution
Tools/Skills:
Matterport Pro2 Camera • Virtual Tour Development • AR/VR Design • 3D Scanning • Spatial Storytelling • Interactive Experiences • Digital Curation • User Experience Design • Team Collaboration
Many people may not have the opportunity to visit Smither Park in person. Our goal was to create an accessible virtual experience that allows users to explore the park remotely while preserving the artistic and cultural elements of the physical space.
As part of the team, I:
- Assisted with scanning and documenting areas of the park.
- Created descriptions and educational content for interactive hotspots.
- Contributed to the organization and structure of the virtual experience.
- Helped ensure users could easily navigate the digital environment.
Before building the experience, our team explored:
- Park layout and navigation
- Key art installationsUser interaction opportunities
- Content placement for hotspots
We focused on creating an experience that felt informative, engaging, and easy to explore.
Using Matterport technology, we captured and mapped the park's environment, then integrated interactive hotspots that provided additional information about artwork and locations throughout the space.
- Accessibility
- Interactive exploration
- Cultural storytelling
- User engagement
The finished virtual tour allows users to:
- Explore Smither Park remotely
- Interact with informational hotspots
- Learn about featured artwork
- Experience the park through immersive navigation
The final e‑magazine combines storytelling, photography, and interactive publishing techniques into a cohesive digital experience. Through carefully designed layouts and interactive features, readers are encouraged to engage with content in a more dynamic way.
This project strengthened my skills in:
- Editorial design
- Interactive publishing
- Typography
- Digital storytelling
- Content organization
- Adobe InDesign advanced features
The Crystal Granados E‑Magazine demonstrates how editorial design and interactive media can work together to create engaging digital experiences. The project showcases my ability to combine design, storytelling, and technology to communicate content effectively.
