Integrating Virtual and Real: A Holistic Framework for Mixed Reality Interactive Design in Museum Exhibitions

This paper proposes a framework for interaction design in museums that utilizes Mixed Reality (MR) technology. The framework combines virtual and real exhibition spaces to improve the connection between exhibit information and the user. The framework includes creating immersive environments with virtual-physical integration, designing for multi-temporal and spatial interactive narratives, and developing multimodal sensory interactions. This framework aims to bridge research gaps in the characteristics of mixed reality technology and museum interaction design, while strengthening the relationship between the exhibition space and its theme. These elements have already been examined individually. The ‘Chuanmei Guiding’ case study demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed interaction design framework and the potential of MR technology to improve the interactivity and educational functions of museum exhibits.