Chosen from a field of more than 100 entrants, the winning project was a collaboration between Barco LiveDots and Niles Creative Group, which partnered in the design, development and execution of a uniquely interactive, 360-degree LED video wall located in the Freedom Hall foyer of the George W. Bush Presidential Center. 

An awe-inspiring tribute to Americana
The wall is comprised of Barco LiveDots C5 LED display tiles, comprising four individual 21’ x 50’ surfaces, mounted with 90-degree corner joints to form a 360-degree, 200’ x 21’ seamless display installed 27’ in the air. A video exhibition entitled “We the People” presents a theatrical tribute to Americana, featuring photorealistic, seamless imagery wrapping the foyer’s upper walls, and delivering crisp detail and rich color despite bright ambient light. Click here for detailed information on the installation.

The ultimate crossroads of creativity and technology
“We are honored to be selected for this prestigious award, which not only recognizes the technological and creative powers of our combined team, but also showcases an innovative approach to celebrating this country’s great history and tradition,” comments Carl Rijsbrack, Chief Marketing Officer for Barco LiveDots.

Barco was consulted by renowned media artist David Niles of Niles Creative Group to provide the technological expertise necessary to create a new display solution to achieve his vision. Niles designed, built and installed an innovative media and content delivery system and software to show an amazing experience.

"The Apex Awards were created to foster innovation and recognize excellence in the digital signage industry. The work of the recipients of this award represents the best of the best," said Richard Lebovitz, editorial director for Digital Signage Expo. "Recognition of this project, and the collaboration behind it, should be particularly satisfying to the recipients because it is the product of a shared vision and a great working relationship."