Museums often approach exhibit development as a single project. The concept is defined.The scope is estimated.Then the institution begins searching for a grant large… Read More
Most museums approach funding one application at a time A project idea emerges.A grant is identified.A proposal is submitted. If funding arrives, the project moves… Read More
Why the Smartest Museum Projects Start One Grant Cycle Earlier Exhibit Planning? When a museum begins thinking about a new exhibit, the conversation usually… Read More
Digital Governance Accountability: The Leadership Trap Leading Digital Systems You Don’t Fully Control Most digital leaders today share a quiet frustration. They are accountable for… Read More
When Things Go WrongHow Context Determines the Outcome Organizations often assume their greatest digital risk comes from a major failure such as a site outage,… Read More
How organizations regain clarity even when they are stuck – governance without replatforming For many organizations, the website has quietly become one of the most… Read More
Why Most Organizations Do Not Actually Know Their Digital Risk Most organizations believe their website is secure.Very few can clearly explain why. This gap rarely… Read More
Why “Nothing Is Wrong” Is the Most Dangerous Status for Your Website Most organizations do not experience digital failure as a dramatic moment. Instead, risk… Read More
Where Accessibility Breaks Down – Why Website Compliance Alone Fails Real Users Municipal websites across Manitoba are being redesigned with accessibility top of mind. Read More
Why Third-Party Accessibility Tools Can Undermine Even the Best Intentions When municipalities and public-serving organizations invest in a website redesign, accessibility is often front… Read More
Why Accessible Websites Must Work in the Real World For many municipalities and public organizations, accessibility work has focused on one central question:Are we compliant?… Read More
When organizations talk about content governance and accessibility, the conversation usually starts and ends with technical fixes. Color contrast. Alt text. Screen readers. WCAG checklists. Read More
Why fixing accessibility later costs more than doing it right the first time Many municipalities and public-facing organizations in Manitoba are redesigning their websites to… Read More
Building a digital foundation that can adapt to whatever your city needs next Municipal websites have become one of a city’s most important public services. Read More
A practical guide for leaders planning their next municipal website redesign Municipal leaders today face a familiar challenge. Residents want fast, clear answers to everyday… Read More
Municipal leaders are facing a new reality. Climate disruptions, seasonal tourism, and rapid shifts in how people consume information have changed what a municipal… Read More
Municipal leaders are investing heavily in modern websites. They want better design, stronger accessibility, and easier content management. These are important goals, but there is… Read More
Municipal websites are entering a new era. Residents now expect to type questions the same way they speak. They want fast answers, natural language search,… Read More
Creating a museum exhibit is both an art and a science—a collaborative process that blends storytelling, education, design, and logistics. From conceptualization to final installation,… Read More
In the vibrant tapestry of human experience, museums and cultural institutions stand as guardians of heritage and art. But their true beauty lies in their… Read More
Exhibit design is much more than placing artifacts in a room; it’s about weaving a narrative that connects the past to the present, artifacts to… Read More
Prototyping for museums. Every meaningful exhibit, digital experience, or interpretive tool begins with a spark of imagination. But turning that initial idea into a… Read More
What Makes a Great Mobile App? Lessons in Design, Usability, and Long-Term Success In a world that’s increasingly mobile-first, having an app isn’t enough—it needs… Read More
In the heart of every non-profit organization lies a mission driven by passion, dedication, and the desire to make a difference. However, turning these noble… Read More
In the corridors of history and culture, a revolution is taking place. Museums, heritage sites, and art organizations are no longer just custodians of the… Read More
Why Website Audits Are Essential for Your Online Success Your website is a vital asset for your business. Regular audits are essential to keep it… Read More
Immersive Storytelling with Video and Motion Graphics In today’s digital landscape, museums and cultural institutions are no longer limited to static displays and text panels. Read More
Pattern’s collaboration with HTFC and Signex Manufacturing produced the James Avenue Water Level Indicator which was awarded Best Free Standing Sign by the Sign Association… Read More
Pattern’s work in the design and technical execution of several innovative features was recognized in a Jury’s Award of Excellence National Award from the Canadian… Read More
The Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame’s move from Bell MTS Place to the Bell MTS Iceplex was accompanied by a redesign of the Hall’s exhibit and content. All aspects of the Hall experience were designed and produced by Pattern, including the addition of a large interactive touchscreen that invites visitors to explore Hall Honourees from the past to present day, via stories, photos and videos. Read More
When I began working on the Upper Fort Garry (UFG) app (which you can read more about here)… Read More
Developing a mobile app and determining its costs is complex with no straight answer. One response I use to give uninformed clients is ‘how long… Read More
YouTube brand growth A study was recently conducted by Tubebuddy and HEY!.com showing you can increase your overall YouTube views by 66% and views… Read More
Google’s latest version of their Chrome web browser (56) can now enable websites to communicate directly with nearby Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices. Before… Read More
It was Intel’s biggest show with 500 drones flying around at the super bowl. With the uncertainties of weather, Intel ended up flying the drones… Read More
“It just might be Canada’s largest public art installation. Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park at Broadway and Main will unveil its sound and light show… Read More
“The park’s app, audio and visual experiences were developed locally by Pattern Interactive, whose Jeremy Choy is very proud of the “immersive” end product.”… Read More
“… Heritage Winnipeg presented the 31st Annual Preservation Awards ceremony as well as the launch of the First World W… Read More
“A modern look through an important historic era… “… Read More
“Developed by Pattern Interactive, the First World War Digital Memorial will recognize the major offensive battles that Canada’s Expeditionary Force participated in, listing the name,… Read More
“Want to journey back in time? Well, there’s an app for that now. Visitors to the Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park in downtown Winnipeg just… Read More
“Manitoba’s newest provincial park, Upper Fort Garry, is now open to visitors in downtown Winnipeg.”… Read More
Travel Manitoba continues its winning streak, taking top prize for Best Mobile Application (via Master Angler app) developed by Pattern Interactive. Read More
ibeacon was developed by Apple and built into their IOS operating systems, starting with version 7.0. The technology lets retail stores and other businesses send… Read More
On what we call Pattern Fridays, we take time out to explore new technologies and how they could be applied to existing and future client… Read More
When someone tweets us needing help we want to know about it. So why not have those tweets automatically light up the office with a… Read More
With this prototype, we took learning about Travel Manitoba’s Master Angler Program to a new, interactive level. The Master Angler Program recognizes anglers who catch… Read More
