Task — Turn a race finish line into a running celebration.

Every March, 20,000 runners brave the Chicago cold to kick off the season for the Shamrock Shuffle.

Nike wanted to create a retail experience at the finish line for exclusive apparel but also celebrate that a runner gets more when they go more.

We took a simple 60x40 tent and transformed it into a Shamrock design inspired celebration.

Outside the tent were giant Shamrock signs as photo moments. Inside, a 3D anamorphic display of Chicago became a photo moment. A giant screen would trigger through RFID sensors to show your running time as you entered the space. A custom infinity photo booth made you appear to "Run to infinity".

The interior design of the tent was made from raw, honest materials like OSB wood and scaffolding. A giant Shamrock light canopy created an additional photo moment and utility.

Role — Executive Creative Director. Wrote & pitched the idea. Directed the teams for design and build.

Nike event entrance with a green shamrock sculpture

Green-lit venue beneath a large shamrock-shaped ceiling feature

Thousands of runners came through over two days.

Counter beneath green shamrock ceiling lights

Visitors gathered beneath green ceiling lights

Event stage beneath the illuminated shamrock ceiling

Crowd beneath a large green shamrock light

Guests at a counter displaying event clothing

Sportswear displayed on a mannequin inside the venue

Cylindrical display with a green shamrock emblem

Mannequins displayed on a green circular platform

Green-lit display cabinets inside the event space

Guests posing beside a large outdoor shamrock sculpture