Designing Narrative Environments: From Immersive Experiences to Cultural Placemaking – Claire Healy

This masterclass is part of a series run by the Centre for Creative Technologies at University of Galway. Further information about the series can be found at: https://universityofgalway.ie/creative-tech/training/masterclasses/

Narrative environments are spaces that communicate stories through embodied experience. In this masterclass, Claire Healy explores how narrative, space, technology and culture intersect – and how storytelling can enhance the built environment across scales. Drawing on recent projects, she will share insights into how narrative can be embedded in experiential spatial design and placemaking strategies. The talk will also reflect on her role in establishing the International Centre for the Image at Coopers Cross in Dublin, which opened in 2025.

Speaker Bio

Claire Healy is a creative director and cultural strategist specialising in narrative environments. She designs immersive visitor experiences and develops strategic cultural initiatives across a range of contexts, from public art installations, exhibitions, museums and cultural spaces, to architectural projects and urban developments. Alongside her practice, she teaches Narrative Environments at the National College of Art & Design in Dublin and on MA Narrative Environments at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London. She also serves on the board of the Irish Architecture Foundation.

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