Stand + Stare develop innovative and beautifully-crafted ways to share stories that combine digital and physical experiences. Our work spans commissions within the heritage and museum sector, one-of-a-kind experiences for commercial clients, dynamic academic collaborations and direct engagement with local communities. Our projects connect people through multisensory experiences in the form of inte
ractive exhibits, apps and workshops. We make work that is accessible, creating shared experiences that a whole community can enjoy. Founded in 2009 by brother and sister, Barney Heywood and Lucy Telling, Stand + Stare’s first project was an immersive event bringing together a vibrant community of artists and performers to create a singular and unforgettable experience. The ideas and principles established in those early days laid the foundation for the company’s evolution, growth and distinct approach. A sense of warmth, expansive research and meticulous attention to detail in design and finish are hallmarks of the unique experiences we now create. Our studio is at SVA in Stroud and we’re also a resident company at the Pervasive Media Studio in Bristol. Our core team regularly works with an established network of collaborators, with diverse specialisms including fabrication, computer science, app development and academia. This complements our in-house research, design, animation and project-management expertise. Our collaborations derive playful and meaningful explorations of the relationship between digital and physical worlds, and bring stories to life in surprising and captivating ways.
