ABSTRACT Research on Experimental Documents (RED) is the moniker for a small, interdisciplinary research group at Xerox PARC. We are eight researchers involved in the creation of new genres based on emerging media and technologies. We employ methods of speculative design and iterative prototyping while working in the mode of a design studio. Our current project, which we'll use as illustrative material, is the design and construction of twelve interactive exhibits for show in a hands-on technology museum.