Klive Asia

29/03/2025

Exhibitions and events are evolving. Audiences no longer just want to see—they want to feel, experience, and engage. This is where immersive design transforms a space from a passive showcase into a dynamic, multi-sensory journey that leaves a lasting impact.

At Klive, we believe that immersive design is more than just technology and spectacle—it’s about storytelling, emotional connection, and meaningful engagement. Whether through interactive installations, sensory experiences, or spatial storytelling, immersive design invites audiences to step into a different world and become part of the narrative.

What Makes a Design Immersive?

🔹 Multi-Sensory Engagement
Immersion happens when visitors don’t just look at an exhibit but experience it with all their senses. Sound, light, touch, and movement work together to create an environment that feels real. Imagine hearing the distant hum of a train, feeling a cool breeze, or being surrounded by shifting lights—each detail adds depth to the experience.

🔹 Spatial Storytelling
Every space tells a story, and immersive design ensures that the environment itself becomes a medium for storytelling. Instead of just presenting information, we design spaces where every element—layout, lighting, textures, and interactive components—guides visitors through a carefully crafted journey.

🔹 Interactive Participation
True immersion happens when visitors play an active role in the experience. Through touch-activated displays, motion sensors, AR/VR integration, and hands-on challenges, audiences shift from spectators to participants, making the experience more personal and memorable.

Bringing Immersion to Life: “Ride With Me” Exhibition

A great example of immersive design in action is “Ride With Me”, an exhibition we created for Caring Commuter Week 2024. This project wasn’t just about displaying information—it was about helping visitors step into the everyday challenges of commuters with disabilities and invisible conditions.

🔹 Multi-Sensory Simulations
Visitors felt what it’s like to navigate public transport with mobility, visual, or auditory impairments. Through soundscapes, environmental design, and interactive challenges, they experienced different realities firsthand—fostering deeper empathy.

Why Immersive Design Matters

Immersive design is more than just an engagement tool—it’s a vehicle for transformation. Whether in exhibitions, brand activations, or cultural experiences, it shapes how people perceive, learn, and remember.

What’s an immersive experience that left a lasting impression on you? Let’s start a conversation!

22/03/2025

Designing for Inclusion – Lessons from the "Ride With Me" Exhibition

What does true inclusion look like?

For us, it means more than awareness—it’s about creating environments where everyone can participate fully and comfortably.

While the "Ride With Me" exhibition aimed to foster empathy for commuters with disabilities and invisible conditions, it also taught us valuable lessons about what it takes to design with accessibility in mind.

Here are four takeaways from our journey:

1. Accessibility Requires Intentional Design
Inclusion starts at the design phase. It's not just about physical access—it’s about recognizing and accommodating diverse needs from the outset.

For this exhibition, we included:

✅ Subtitles for visitors with hearing impairments.

✅ Tactile elements for engagement.

✅ Sensory warnings to support those with sensory sensitivities.

Small details like these ensure that everyone can engage meaningfully.

2. Inclusive Design Benefits Everyone
Interestingly, many solutions designed for specific disabilities improved the experience for all visitors.

For example, wider pathways didn’t just help wheelchair users—they made navigation easier for everyone. This reinforced a simple truth:

When we design for the margins, we improve the experience for all.

3. Engagement is Stronger When Everyone Can Participate
A powerful exhibition doesn’t just tell a story—it invites everyone to be part of it.

By ensuring all stations were wheelchair-accessible and sensory-friendly, we created an experience where no one was left out. This intentional inclusivity made the exhibition not only educational but also enjoyable for all.

4. Representation Matters
People with disabilities should be involved in the design process—their lived experiences are invaluable.

For "Ride With Me", we collaborated with social service agencies like Dementia Singapore to ensure our simulations were accurate and respectful. These partnerships were essential in creating an exhibition that felt both authentic and inclusive.

Carrying It Forward
The heart of "Ride With Me" was a question:

How do we design experiences that leave no one behind?

At Klive, this project reaffirmed our commitment to creating work that goes beyond aesthetics—it’s about fostering empathy, understanding, and connection.

What steps can we take to design spaces where everyone feels seen and valued?

I’m eager to continue this conversation—drop your thoughts below!

13/03/2025

What does it mean to design for empathy?

In our daily commutes, most of us move through train stations and bus stops on autopilot. However, for individuals with disabilities or invisible conditions, this routine presents significant challenges—navigating crowded spaces, hearing announcements, or identifying the correct bus requires additional effort. Without awareness from others, these challenges are amplified.

How can we use design to foster empathy and awareness for those with different commuting experiences?

This question led us to the "Ride With Me" exhibition for Caring Commuter Week, a project aimed at transforming perspectives through immersive, multi-sensory experiences.

Designing for Transformation
We believe exhibitions should do more than inform—they should challenge perceptions and inspire action. With this in mind, we developed four interactive stations, each simulating the commuting challenges faced by people with disabilities or invisible conditions:

Mobility Challenges: Navigating a simulated MRT while maneuvering a wheelchair.
Hearing Impairments: Identifying the correct train station while experiencing simulated hearing loss.
Visual Impairments: Spotting bus numbers with varying degrees of simulated visual impairment.
Invisible Conditions: Experiencing sensory overload in public transport environments, reflecting conditions like autism or dementia.

By allowing visitors to "step into someone else’s shoes," we encouraged a deeper understanding of the unseen struggles many face daily.

✨ What small changes in your environment could create a more inclusive experience for everyone?

Stay tuned—we’ll be sharing insights on designing for true inclusion in our next post.

27/02/2025

With over 5,000 fantasy and sci-fi titles, the newly revamped Tampines Changkat Community Club takes readers on a journey through otherworldly adventures and futuristic wonders.

KLIVE Asia helped bring the magic to life through project management and design, creating a place where stories leap off the pages and into reality.

What’s your favorite fantasy or sci-fi story? Share it below!

26/02/2025

Exciting news for all fantasy and sci-fi enthusiasts!

We’re excited to share that KLIVE Asia had the incredible opportunity to be part of the National Library Board’s (NLB) first-ever dedicated Fantasy and Science Fiction Library at the newly upgraded Tampines Changkat Community Club!

The National Library Board (NLB) has unveiled its first dedicated fantasy and science fiction library at the newly upgraded Tampines Changkat Community Club. This pop-up library, located on the third floor, will be open until February 22, 2026.

Designed to look like a portal to fantasy and futuristic worlds, It’s a space designed not just for reading but for immersing yourself in the stories you love.

Whether you’re ready to battle dragons, journey through distant galaxies, or simply curl up with a timeless classic, this library has something to ignite your imagination.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/nlbs-first-dedicated-fantasy-sci-fi-library-opens-at-upgraded-tampines-changkat-cc

The new CC also has an indoor basketball court, a co-working space and a new drop-off porch. Read more at straitstimes.com.

20/02/2025

Let’s Root for a Greener Future! 🌿🌏

At Klive Asia, we bring ideas to life through immersive experiences—but what if we could help bring nature to life too? That’s why we’re rolling up our sleeves (and getting our hands a little muddy) with the Garden City Fund’s Plant-A-Tree Programme! https://www.gardencityfund.gov.sg/plantatree/

For those who don’t know, the Garden City Fund is a non-profit initiative that supports Singapore’s vision of a City in Nature, and planting trees is one small but powerful way to make a lasting impact. Not only do trees clean the air and cool down our urban spaces, but they also help preserve biodiversity and fight climate change.

We believe sustainability and creativity go hand in hand, and just like our projects, a great future starts with strong foundations—literally! Whether it’s in design, events, or the environment, the choices we make today shape the world of tomorrow.

So here’s a little challenge for you: what’s one simple way you’re helping to make the world a greener place? Let’s share ideas and keep the conversation growing! 🌱🌎💚

12/02/2025

We all love indulging in festive treats, but what happens when you really get into the Lunar New Year spirit?

As Chinese New Year comes to a close, we’re wrapping up the celebrations with full hearts (and maybe fuller stomachs). It’s been a season of joy, laughter, and, of course, plenty of good food!

Before CNY comes to an end, we had to squeeze in one last festive laugh! Our Klive team got creative, using the power of AI to imagine what happens when you really go all in on those pineapple tarts and bak kwa…

This fun creation is just another way we love bringing imagination to life—whether through AI, storytelling, or the events we design. As we wrap up the celebrations, here’s to balancing work, play, and maybe one less snack next time.

What’s the one CNY treat you just can’t say no to and what is your take on the advancement of ? Let us know in the comments!

08/02/2025

What better way to kick off the Lunar New Year than with some snake-inspired team bonding?

From games that had us twisting, turning, and strategizing like a snake to festive activities that brought out our creative side, we had an absolute blast!

Lunar New Year isn’t just about red packets and feasting (though we definitely enjoyed that too! 🥰)— At Klive Asia, it’s about coming together, having fun, and starting the year with good vibes. And if this session was any sign of what’s to come, 2025 is going to be legendary!

What’s your favorite way to celebrate Lunar New Year with your team? Let us know in the comments! 👇

27/01/2025

✨Welcoming the Year of the Snake with Gratitude and Joy! ✨

As the Year of the Snake 🐍 begins, Klive Asia would like to take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve shared with our clients, partners, and friends. Your trust, collaboration, and support have been the foundation of everything we’ve achieved.

Just like the snake symbolizes wisdom, resilience, and transformation, we’re inspired to bring fresh ideas, creative experiences, and meaningful connections into 2025. Let’s continue to craft magic together and make this year unforgettable!

Wishing everyone a prosperous, joyful, and smooth Chinese New Year. Here’s to success, good fortune, and exciting adventures ahead!

Huat ah! 🧧

22/01/2025

Happy Chinese New Year! Gong Xi Fa Cai!🧧

As we slither into the Year of the Snake, we’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible clients and partners for your thoughtful hampers and support—it’s truly made this festive season even more special.

Here’s to a year filled with wisdom, growth, and prosperity, just like the spirit of the snake. Let’s continue crafting unforgettable experiences together, and may 2025 bring us all success and joy!

Wishing everyone a smooth and prosperous year ahead! 🍍

31/12/2024

We Did It!

We are excited to share that Klive Asia has been awarded the SME500 in Singapore! The SME500 is a prestigious recognition that celebrates the outstanding achievements of small and medium-sized enterprises across the country. This award is a testament to our commitment to excellence in design, creativity, and innovation in creating unforgettable experiences for our clients.

As we wrap up 2024, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our amazing team, supportive partners, and valued clients. Your trust and collaboration have been key to our success. Every project, big or small, has played a part in helping us reach this milestone.

Ending the year on a high note, we’re now looking ahead to 2025 with even bigger dreams and bolder goals. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey, and here’s to an exciting future together!

27/11/2024

We’ve just wrapped up one of our exciting projects for the UNTAME School STAR Lectures and Sensory Challenge. The event provided students with an immersive experience that explored the mysteries of perception.

We were thrilled to bring this interactive experience to life and spark curiosity in young minds.

Here’s a closer look at some of the photos taken from the event. Stay tuned and keep an eye out for more exciting surprises coming up!