WBS

WBS Name WBS Description

Identification #
1.1.1 Background Story Writer must create a background story that engages riders before and during the ride
1.1.2 Create characters with names and their own backstories that contribute to the mansion
Characters
story and design
1.1.3 Script Write a script for the characters to interact with riders and share the mansion’s storyline
1.2.1 Electrical Set up the electrical work within the mansion for lights, animatronics, and music
1.2.2 Design the layout of the rooms, hallways, foyers, and waiting areas that the riders will
Layout Designs
venture into. Both for waiting in the line and the ride
1.2.3 Design the interior with the mansion’s aesthetic and pay attention to small details for the
Decorating
riders to enjoy. This involves furniture, wall décor, and lighting.
1.3.1 Do the framing of the mansion with contractors’ and architects’ involvement. Construct
Framing and Construction
the mansion with construction company.
1.3.2 Design the landscaping to incorporate the mansion aesthetic; plants, walkways, and
Landscaping
lights
1.3.3 Figure out the design of the queue for people waiting to ride the ride. How it will fit a
Queue Design large number of visitors and also introduce them to the design and details of the mansion;
make it a scenic and enjoyable queue
1.4.1 Digital Productions Figure the digital production’s…
1.4.2 Computer-controlled Effects figure computer-controlled effects to create illusions
1.4.3 Audio-Animatronics Develop the audio-animatronics to interact with riders and translate the character script
1.4.4 Design lighting to add to the mansion’s dark, gloomy aesthetic and add to ride
Special Lighting
experience by enhancing illusions
1.4.5 Props Design props that are incorporated in mansion’s story line and ride experience
1.5.1 Create a functional, and most importantly safe vehicle to carry a certain number of riders.
Vehicle Design Figure out how many riders the vehicle should transport to ensure as many riders can
benefit as possible and keep waiting time low
1.5.2 Ride Duration Work with architect and special affect team and figure out how long the ride should be
1.5.3 Safety Codes Follow the safety codes and protocols and include test rides before opening day
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Haunted Storyline Mansion Interior Mansion Exterior Special Effects Ride

1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5

Framing and
Background Story Electrical Digital Projections Vehicle Design
construction
1.1.1 1.2.1 1.4.1 1.5.1
1.3.1

Computer-controlled
Characters Room Designs Landscaping Ride Duration
effects
1.1.2 1.2.2 1.3.2 1.5.2
1.4.2

Script Decorating Queue Design Audio-Animatronics Safety Codes

1.1.3 1.2.3 1.3.3 1.4.3 1.5.3

Special lighting
1.4.4

Props
1.4.5