圖片:Allan Abani / Immersive International / ES Global
英國館由國際知名體驗設(shè)計公司 Immersive International 負(fù)責(zé)整體策劃與創(chuàng)意實(shí)現(xiàn)。展館打破傳統(tǒng)靜態(tài)展示的模式,通過投影映射、智能燈光、立體空間音效及互動式游戲化設(shè)計,以“故事為先”的理念打造動態(tài)變化的沉浸場景,技術(shù)與情感的完美融合,讓觀眾仿佛置身于一個“活”的英國創(chuàng)意網(wǎng)絡(luò)中。
圖片:Allan Abani / Immersive International / ES Global
“共創(chuàng)未來(Come Build the Future)” 是英國館的核心體驗項目。這一場為時20分鐘的沉浸式旅程,讓觀眾不再只是參觀者,而是真正的參與者。該體驗展現(xiàn)了英國如何跨文化合作,共同塑造未來。通過虛實(shí)結(jié)合的手法,英國館邀請觀眾在情感、思想與互動之中,參與一場關(guān)于“共創(chuàng)”的探索之旅。
圖片:Allan Abani / Immersive International / ES Global
圖片:Allan Abani / Immersive International / ES Global
英國于2023年3月委任 Immersive International 擔(dān)任英國館的創(chuàng)意總策劃與總設(shè)計師。隨后,英國商務(wù)與貿(mào)易部委任 ES Global 為展館的設(shè)計與建造承包商,并由 WOO Architects 將Immersive International 的概念轉(zhuǎn)化為建筑實(shí)景。兩者共同打造出一座結(jié)構(gòu)精巧、模塊化、可拆卸并可循環(huán)使用的展館建筑典范,為Immersive International 的內(nèi)部展陳與敘事打造了完美空間。
這一合作精神從概念階段便已確立,多家重要合作伙伴為英國館的構(gòu)建提供了寶貴支持,包括:Alchemy、AndArchitects、英國皇家藝術(shù)學(xué)會(Royal Society of Arts)、 Atelier One、 Atelier Morf、Atelier Ten、 Movement Strategies、Magnopus 和 KLH Sustainability。這些合作伙伴的共同參與,為英國館的整體愿景注入多元思考與專業(yè)視角。
UK Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Opens with Groundbreaking Immersive Storytelling Experience
Osaka, Japan – 15 April 2025: The United Kingdom has unveiled its Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka - a bold, story-led experience that redefines how nations present themselves on the world stage. Commissioned by the UK Government’s Department for Business and Trade, the UK Pavilion runs from 13 April to 13 October 2025, offering a six-month journey into British creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
This marks the UK’s first fully narrative-driven World Expo showcase - an emotive, immersive experience designed to leave visitors inspired and uplifted.
The UK Pavilion experience was conceptualised and realised by Immersive International, the experiential masterplanning studio behind its ambitious creative vision. The experience creates an environment that is never static - a story-first approach brought to life through a blend of projection-mapped environments, responsive lighting, layered spatial audio, and interactive gamification. The studio’s use of innovative technologies has been carefully orchestrated to produce an emotional connection and the feeling of being in the UK's living, breathing network of ideas.
Visitors embark on “Come Build the Future” – a 20-minute immersive journey where they are active participants, showing how the UK works in partnership across cultures to shape what’s next. By merging physical and digital worlds, the Pavilion invites guests to feel, think, and play their way through a message of collaboration and creative action.
John Munro, CEO of Immersive International and Principal Designer, said: “This Pavilion is really a snapshot of how we approach experience masterplanning. We have built an experience that speaks to people on an emotional level - one that lingers long after they leave. Our approach at Immersive has always been about storytelling first. Technology is the amplifier. It’s what turns ideas into encounters, and space into memory. The Pavilion is a place where visitors don't just learn about British innovation - they feel it. They see themselves in it. We always try to make places that feel alive - places that people want to come back to because they feel part of something bigger, and a space they can connect in.”
At the heart of the experience is the journey of Kenji, a Japanese father, and his daughter Mei, who stumble upon PIX - a playful, shape-shifting character who guides them through imaginative scenes showcasing the UK’s creativity and innovation. Their adventure mirrors the Pavilion’s central message: that creativity and collaboration can transform small sparks into world-changing ideas.
Inspired by the Pavilion’s own pixelated architectural form, PIX is both a character and a metaphor. His ability to morph into familiar forms and iconic British objects - while connecting with guests across languages and generations - makes him the emotional thread that ties the Pavilion together. Designed especially to resonate with children and families, PIX invites visitors to become co-authors in the UK’s creative journey.
Tommy Lexen, Managing Director at Immersive International and Project Director, said: “PIX symbolises the UK’s spirit of imagination and transformation. He’s a playful building block - both literal and figurative - showing how individuals, like pixels, can come together to create something far greater. He speaks to our belief that powerful ideas often start small, and that creative energy is a shared force. Whether you're five or eighty-five, PIX reminds you that you too can shape the future.”
The original concept and creative direction of the UK Pavilion was awarded to Immersive International in March 2023. Once the concept was defined, DBT appointed ES Global as the Pavilion’s design-and-build delivery partner. ES Global engaged WOO Architects to translate Immersive’s original vision into the Pavilion’s physical structure. Together, ES Global and WOO realised a striking, modular structure that balances form and function – designed to be fully demountable and repurposable after the Expo. Their work transformed the pavilion concept into a built reality, ensuring the Pavilion stands as a benchmark in sustainable exhibition design as well as providing a canvas for Immersive’s interior exhibition and storytelling.
Throughout the project, the UK Government has worked side by side with the creative, technical and delivery teams - fostering a unique collaborative culture to bring out the best in each partner.
Ceri Owen-Bradley, Director & SRO for the UK at Expo Osaka 2025, Department for Business and Trade, said: “From day one, this Pavilion has been a truly collaborative effort. We’ve worked hand-in-hand with Immersive International, ES Global and Woo Architects, bringing together creative and technical expertise from across the UK. This close teamwork and shared creativity have been essential to achieving the Pavilion’s ambitious goals.”
This spirit of cooperation was established from the initial concept-stage with key contribution partners including Alchemy, AndArchitects, The RSA, Atelier One, Atelier Morf, Atelier Ten, Movement Strategies, Magnopus, and KLH Sustainability - whose input helped shape the Pavilion’s integrated vision from the ground up.
Carolyn Davidson, Commissioner General for the UK at Expo 2025 Osaka, commented: “Creating a content-first Pavilion that delivers an unforgettable experience - and encourages people to visit, study, invest in, and collaborate with the UK - has been our guiding mission. This impressive, engaging journey showcases the very best of what the UK has to offer. I encourage everyone to visit and Come Build The Future with us.”
ABOUT IMMERSIVE INTERNATIONAL
Immersive International is a boutique global design and innovation studio working at the forefront of experiential masterplanning, cultural placemaking, spatial storytelling and creative technologies. The studio brings together the best creative and technical talent in the world to build future-proof experiences that will entertain, engage and inspire the audience of the future.
For over two decades, Immersive International has pushed the boundaries of what is possible within live shows, experience design, location-based entertainment, and cultural placemaking. Our portfolio includes opening ceremonies for the Olympic Games, touring stadium shows, permanent theme park attractions, world expo pavilions, experiential museum installations, and giga projects.
About the UK Pavilion
Opening Hours
From 13 April - 13 October 2025, the UK Pavilion will be open to the public from 09:00 -21:00, every day.
Come Build The Future Visitor Exhibition
The UK Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka invites you on an unforgettable journey through British culture, heritage, and innovation. Come and explore our interactive and immersive exhibition through the UK's vibrant cities, uncover our fascinating history, and discover the exciting opportunities awaiting us all in a future we can build together.
Restaurant
Found on the ground floor of the UK Pavilion with views over the gardens, visitors can choose from a host of options at our restaurant. The UK Pavilion’s menu offers the chance to sample delicacies from every corner of the UK. Choices will include traditional UK dishes such as fish and chips and afternoon tea, as well as something a little different – chicken tikka masala curry or Ploughman’s Bento (a selection of British cheeses and pickles).
Terrace Bar
The perfect place to take a break from exploring Expo – enjoy a well-earned drink at our bar. With views that overlook the lagoon, the UK Pavilion’s bar is the place to be. Relax and sit back, treat yourself to some English sparkling wine, and take in the stunning views from the comfort of the UK Pavilion.
Gift Shop
The UK Pavilion gift shop will offer a range of products, from fun items featuring our mascot, PIX, to our selection of ‘Best of British’. Choose from an array of UK food and drink offerings and memorabilia inspired by famous UK-characters.