4.2 THE STUDENT HOTEL
The Student Hotel, designed by The
The design building has carefully
Invisible Party is located in the heart
considered sustainability through their
of the city of Amsterdam. It is easily
motto of ‘less-is-more’. For example, the
accessible, next to Delft Central Station.
spatial configuration is circular, reducing
The Student hotel has a range of spaces
carbon footprint. Furniture has also been
where individuals can collaborate
created using the same circular design.
with one another and feel a sense of
This means screws and bolts can easily
community. There is a multi-programme
be removed and recycled.
of spaces within the hotel. For example, workspaces - both private and public
The fabrics and materials used on furniture
and an in-house restaurant. The overall
are all from recycled materials and
brand identity is very distinctive, showing
products. For example, chairs made of old
a clear link between the Student Hotel
jeans and recycled milk caps. Designers
and of Delft University of Technology.
have avoided using glue, instead using
For instance the usability and visual
water-based paint. Suppliers are all
aesthetics are incorporated. Designers
environmentally friendly.
have also utilised bright and vibrant colours reflecting the city - adding a playful element. The hotel is open planned with many large windows, allowing a lot of natural light to fill the space. Concrete columns give it a casual and cosy aesthetic. The exposed piping on the ceiling adds an industrial look.
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How might this influence my work? I would like to utilise some design elements from this case study. For example, taking a sustainable approach to design, incorporating colour, materials and an overall aesthetic that reflects Birmingham.
