CAYLIN MUNN, MALLORY KATEN THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY
CHILD SENIOR MENTOR CENTER
INTD-202 DESIGN 4 JEFFREY ZARNOCH
CONCEPT:
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
The focus is on magnetic waves that connect the two generations: the elderly and children. The central great room space is the main force that draws people to it by magnetic fields created by people in motion.
• bridge the gap between two generations through active engagement throughout center • apply prinicipals of universal design; consider needs and disabilities of children and seniors • comply with ADA standards • creatively design to accommodate low budget and sustainability • use of mezzanine to strategically cap enclosed spaces • consider acoustics in various spaces • creation of a central core interactive space: great room
GIVEN PLAN/ELEVATION
PRE-DESIGN INVESTIGATION AND CONTEXT:
• children and seniors have physiological, psychological, and social needs (instinctive and emotions); also have limitations • anthropometrics and ergonomics help accommodate users of a space • textures, materials, light, and color can affect thought processes • low vision problems are prevalent among senior citizens • historic warehouse facility chosen to be local community mentor center • site is in a low income inner city neighborhood and serves vulnerable populations - youth (5-12), senior citizens (55+) racial/ethnic minorities, and immigrants • senior citizens have experience, love, and time to offer to children
PARTI AND ADJACENCY DIAGRAMS
INSPIRATION AND DESIGN IDEAS
COLOR NARRATIVE:
The palette is centered on the use of three main colors (blue/ green, mustard yellow, and coral) that are slightly muted, and paired with pastel hues of the main colors and neutral grays.
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