Juriaan van Waalwijk

Juriaan van Waalwijk is a researcher at the Academy for Leisure & Events of Breda University of Applied Sciences. His expertise lies in leveraging storytelling for experience design, particularly in heritage, tourism, and museum contexts. Collaborating with institutions like the Van Gogh Brabant and Interreg projects, he focuses on interactive narratives and technology-enhanced visitor engagement.

Research Themes:

• Interactive storytelling in museums
• Heritage and narrative closure
• Story-driven tourism experiences
• Digital narrative technology
• Community-based cultural routes

Recent Trends: His work emphasizes immersive technologies (e.g., interactive photo albums, digital exhibits) to revitalize historical narratives, connecting local communities with cultural heritage through participatory design.