Wacky University
Wacky U is your go-to blog destination for educational resources on all things theming-related. From design tips to principles of inclusivity and more, you'll find it here.
Practical applications
Why Immersive Environments Matter
Part 9 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
Using Technology to Enhance the Experience
Part 8 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
The Rise of the Experience Economy
Part 7 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
How Environment Shapes Perception
Part 6 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
Designing Spaces for Shared Experiences
Part 5 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
How Design Influences Behavior
Part 4 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
Designing For Emotion
Part 3 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
The Secret to Immersion: Designing for All the Senses
Part 2 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
Designing Experiences, Not Just Spaces
Part 1 of the series: What Themed Entertainment Can Teach Us About Designing Memorable Spaces, featuring an interview with Jamie DeRuyter from Ringling College of Art & Design.
Innovative Indoor Play: Transforming Community Spaces
Explore how indoor play spaces are reshaping community centers with inclusive design, immersive theming, and year‑round engagement.
Enhancing Early Childhood Development Through Themed Environments
Discover how themed sensory design supports early childhood development through engaging, purposeful, and inclusive learning environments.
Theming with a small(er) Budget
Practical design strategies and cost-effective solutions to help create engaging, themed environments with limited financial resources.

