01. CHAPTER ONE
45. CHAPTER THREE
INTRODUCTION
SITE ANALYSIS
03 The Brief
47 Surrounding Site
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51 Conservation Approach
Linking Manifesto To Brief
13 Why Chose Student Accommodation
53 Exterior Analysis
15 Why Chose Hostels
59 Interior Analysis
17 Clientele
59 SWOT
19 The User
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Reflection
21 User Journey - Research Analysis 27 User Journey - Findings Summarised 29 Schedule of Accommodation
45. CHAPTER FOUR PRECEDENT STUDIES 65 Who Is Cedric Price?
33. CHAPTER TWO SITE SELECTION
67 The Invisible Party 69 Who Is Le Corbusier?
35 Site Selection 37 My Chosen Site 39 What Does It Symbolise 41
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Comparing The Precedent Studies
73 Case Study: Film 75
Research Analysis
Symbolism Of Circles
43 Reflection
85 Reflection: Overall Findings
01. CHAPTER FIVE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 89
Concept Keywords
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Concept Into Case Study Part I
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Concept Into Case Study Part II
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Concept Model Making & Testing
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Concept Precedent Studies
109 Concept Sketches 115
Primary Design Research
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Bunk Bed Design Development
123 Spatial Design Development 131
Material Exploration: Timber Choice Explained
133 Bunk Bed Design Development Revisited 135 Material Exploration - Supplier Choice Explained 137 Technical Explanation - Wall to Floor Detailing 139 Materials Board
141. APP DESIGN BOOKING MADE EASY
143. BIBLIOGRPAHY REFERENCING QUOTES IMAGES
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1.1 THE BRIEF 1.2 LINKING MANIFESTO TO MY DESIGN 1.3 WHY CHOSE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION 1.3 WHY CHOSE HOSTELS 1.5 CLIENTELE 1.6 THE USER? 1.7 USER JOURNEY 1.71 User Journey Questionnaire 1.72 User Journey Findings Summarised
1.8 SCHEDULE OF ACCOMMODATION
SITE OVERVIEW THE ROUNDHOUSE, BIRMINGHAM, B16 8AE
TRANSPORT LINKS
The Roundhouse is a nineteenth century grade II* listed building, shaped like a horse shoe. It was originally used as stables and stores for the Birmingham Corporation. The site is located at the junction of Sheepcote street and St Vincent street.It is within a 10 minute walking distance
WATERWAYS
to the city centre of Birmingham. The site consists of three separate buildings; the Roundhouse, the West and East wing.
RAILWAY LINKS
MAIN ROADS
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Sunrise: East Sunset: West Summer (June-July) Sunrise: 5:30am Sunset: 9:20pm Winter (Dec-Jan) Sunrise: 8:00am Sunset: 3:50pm
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TOTAL SQM :
Lower ground floor: 95 sqm
Courtyard: 550 sqm
Interior sqm: 810sqm
Upper ground floor: 520sqm
Passage way: 145sqm
(Including both gatehouses)
(Including gatehouses)
Outdoor sqm: 895sqm
First floor: 285sqm (Gatehouses)
Back outdoor area: 200sqm
“We should attempt to bring nature, houses, and human beings together in a higher unity” - Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
PROJECT TITLE:
The intention of the project is to design a multi-cultural
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residential hub for art & design students. Interaction
SITE:
The Roundhouse, 1 Sheepcote St, Birmingham B16 8AE
PROJECT TYPE: University student accommodation
USER: Art & Design students
CLIENT:
and being able to socialise in a new environment can be challenging and uncomfortable especially for multi-cultural groups. Therefore, easing their process of place making, supports cultural diversity especially within the student life, as many races, cultures merge to learn and adapt as one. This is why a central hub for students is a valid function today,
Birmingham City University
as it solves the declining issue of place making by creating
Birmingham City Council
communities and a sense of belonging.
University Students
Art & Design students are my prime user in this project. The reason being that art & design students are deemed as inferior in comparison to academic students. There are very few student hubs that are tailored for creative disciplines. For example; desks are too small, seating is uncomfortable - never ergonomic. Limited storage and space, all factors restricting creativity.
My design aims and objectives, reflect Frank Lloyd Wright’s idea that, “all fine architectural values are human values, else not valuable.” This project will follow his theories and will always consider the user needs and overall experience. The people will be at the forefront of design.
My design aims & objectives:
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We want inclusive design
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We want an all-in-one package
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We want collaborative & social spaces
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We want to be more sustainable
WE WANT INCLUSIVE DESIGN We want our environment to suit who we are, how we live and most importantly work.
Make Spaces Adaptable
Designing for the Diversity
People at the focal point of design
Adaptable spaces allow the individuals to have more control and promotes flexible living.
Inclusivity is a wider spectrum, one that includes; races, culture, age, gender etc,. We should consider this when designing multi-purpose space.
Considering the user and their needs throughout the design process. This can be done by, undertaking research to understand the users’ needs further.
WE WANT AN ALL-IN-ONE PACKAGE We want everything we possibly need to be in one place. This makes living and working much easier.
Spaces to Exercise
Spaces to Work
Spaces to do day-to-day tasks
Exercising and keeping active has positive mental and physical benefits. Encouraging a healthy lifestyle will also help to increase productivity and creativity.
Separating work and pleasure will allow individuals to form more consistent and efficient routines. This can also help decrease distractions and further procrastination.
A collective of spaces and services in one makes life so much easier! For example, having a place to sleep, eat, relax, work and exhibit work.
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WE WANT COLLABORATIVE & SOCIAL SPACES Having open spaces that replicate an in house studio, encourages students collaborate and work with one another in one space. Additionally social spaces allows interaction between cultural groups.
Study Spaces
A Local Café
Recreational Spaces
Replicates the working environment of Universities. Encourages interaction and collaboration between the different cultural groups/ disciplines.
Everyone needs a coffee break. This is much needed to refuel and it’s also a great opportunity to meet new people.
We are constantly learning therefore, incorporating recreational areas such as, workshops and exhibitions will help provide more excitement. This is also an opportunity for students to present their work and help teach others.
WE WANT TO BE MORE SUSTAINABLE The importance of sustainability in design is crucial: minimising waste, renewing and reusing materials. We want an environment we live in to benefit us mentally and physically.
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Green Spaces
Recycle/ Reuse / Renew
Rooms with natural lighting
Incorporating Biophilic design throughout. Adding plants indoor and outdoor.
Reducing waste and energy consumption. Being aware of how environmentally friendly materials are.
Natural lighting has many health benefits. The design will consider this and spaces will be configured so they have the most natural lighting. Therefore, reducing the need for artificial lighting.
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PUBLIC SPACES:
CAFÉ STAND
PUBLIC TOILETS
Small on site café is a great addition for both students,
Accessible for all: students, staff and visitors.
staff and visitors to relax and socialise. ROOMS PRODUCTS
DISABLED TOILETS
Kitchen Units
Toilet
Fridge-freezer
Sink
Microwave
EAST WING: 2.6
Hand dryer
Coffee machine Toastie machine
ROOM AREA (SQM)
ROOM AREA (SQM)
Bin
40.4
Railings
WEST WING: 3.6
Taps Kettle Food fridge stand Bins/recycling bins
RECREATIONAL AREA This will be a great place for students to mix and interact with one another and to build a community. ROOMS
ROOM AREA (SQM)
WORKSHOP SPACE Tables Chairs
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Projector White board
Storage/shelving EXHIBITION SPACE Plinths
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Moveable partition walls
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STAFF ONLY SPACES:
STUDENT AREAS:
RECEPTION AREA
STUDENT ROOMS
This will be placed near the entrance. A welcoming
Students will have their own rooms with a shared communal area.
element for new prospects. PRODUCTS
ROOM AREA (SQM)
Desks
PRODUCTS
ROOM AREA (SQM)
Kitchen units
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Beds with Storage Office Chair
Cooking hobs Oven
Each room varies in size
Microwave Kettle
COMMUNAL BATHROOM
STAFF ROOM
ROOM AREA (SQM)
PRODUCTS
A place for staff to relax and take a break.
Shower Toilet
PRODUCTS
ROOM AREA (SQM)
Dining table
Each room varies in size
Sink Bin
Dining chairs Soft furniture
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Mini Kitchen
Same products as student kitchens.
STUDENT COMMUNAL KITCHEN Kitchen area shared amongst the students in the same flat.
BACK OF HOUSE PRODUCTS
Storage space for cleaning products, stationary etc. PRODUCTS Storage Shelving
ROOM AREA (SQM)
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Kitchen Units Fridge-freezer Cooking hobs Oven Sink Taps Microwave Kettle Bins/recycling bins
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ROOM AREA (SQM)
Each room varies in size
STUDY SPACE A collaborative space that allows students to work together or, separately. Desks
ROOM AREA (SQM)
Office chairs Soft seating Study pods
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Printer-scanner
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1.2 LINKING MANIFESTO TO MY DESIGN
MANIFESTO AIMS:
HOW DOES MY MANIFESTO LINK TO MY PROJECT?
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Design should take a bottom-up approach
My manifesto summarises the importance of how place
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To encourage learning. For example, learning from existing ideas and methods to improve and better design.
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of identity in a new environment. My aim stated in my manifesto is to encourage social interaction between different cultural groups and ensure they settle with
Think about materiality and its important role in
ease in a new environment. However due to a COVID
design.
outbreak there has been a decline in cultural integration.
Include anthropometric design: designing spaces
comfort.
Therefore, it is important more than ever to find alternatives and solutions to promote social interaction, so that individuals again can feel a sense of belonging and purpose.
Look at the movement of people or/and components
To be able to solve this I am proposing to create a
within a space. This will optimise usability for users.
residential hub that boosts cultural diversity especially
To be innovative: looking at methods to solve complex problems e.g. the lack of student accommodations that are tailored for art & design students.
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cultural integration, enabling individuals to feel a sense
diversity.
of human forms. This will consider humans and their
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environment. For example, its successful in increasing
Ensuring design is accessible - designing for the
and furniture that correlate to sizes and proportion
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making enables different cultural groups to settle in a new
To create an appropriate narrative: arranging the
within the student life as many races/cultures merge to learn and adapt as one. This is why student accommodation is a valid function today as it solves the declining issue of place making by bringing diversity together as one.
spaces to create a story/ journey. •
To take a gesamtkunstwerk approach: a design that considers all elements, from macro to micro.
“We should attempt to bring nature, houses, and human beings together in a higher unity.” - Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
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1.3 WHY CHOSE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
There are a range of reasons why student accommodations are
However, as exciting as University student accommodations
so important. Firstly, having an on campus accommodation
can be, not everyone will have a positive experience. For
means students can get to class quicker and easier. It’s an
example, international students are more likely to find it
amazing learning experience that allows young adults to be
difficult adjusting. The state of inclusivity in International
more independent; living away and having to cook, clean,
Higher Education white paper reveals how, “starting a life in
shop and overall look after themselves. Secondly, it helps build social relationships as it involves sharing flats/dorms with other people. Often these are people from different ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. Such exchanges and interaction with different cultural groups helps build good relationships. Additionally, individuals have the opportunity to learn about other people, culture and lifestyle.
a new country with a new culture, and political environment” can sometimes leave these students to feel excluded, increasing feelings of loneliness. Feelings of loneliness has increased during the past year due a pandemic and inconsistent lockdown restrictions. Such factors have effected students mental health even more than recent years. Having researched the importance of student accommodations, it is clear to see how effective they are by,
Lastly, living away in accommodation allows students to feel “a sense of belonging and security.” This is due to daily social interaction with other people. Its a place where life long friendships are created. According to Alan Percey, head of Counselling at Oxford University stated, “student mental health is hugely improved if they can feel able to engage with other students through cooking, socializing, playing, and generally living together in a respectful community.”
providing individuals with a variety of life skills. However, it is also vital in understanding that different cultural groups might not always have the same positive experiences. Therefore, it is important to provide for all students from different ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. For instance, ensuring spaces are inclusive, interactive and provides a community, so students feel settled in a new environment. An example could be promoting students to share their work, collaborate with each other and the local community through a range of interactive activities.
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WHY CHOSE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION “Living away in a student accommodation has taught me so much about myself; how to live independently, cook, manage finances and learn about other cultures. It is the pinnacle hub of socialising, building relationships and feeling a part of a community.”
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WHY CHOSE HOSTELS Hostels are typically short-term, budget-friendly shared accommodation in a dorm-like style with shared bathrooms and a common area.
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1.4 WHY CHOSE HOSTELS
There are a range of reasons why hostels have become very popular in recent years: AFFORDABILITY Firstly, hostels are especially popular among millennial (aged 18-35) as they offer a cheaper alternative to other forms of accommodations. Millennial would rather spend more of their disposable income on seeing the world rather than accommodation. SUSTAINABILITY Secondly, hostels are generally very sustainable - lessening the negative impact on the environment. COMMUNITY Due to the style of shared accommodation with shared facilities and spaces, it increases social interaction amongst travellers. SECURITY Majority of accommodations will have some form of security. Many hostels have fobs, keys, gates and even lockers for travellers to store valuable items. FRIENDLY STAFF Many staff members are travellers themselves and will be happy to help and advise on the best places to go etc. Some hostels nowadays have specific staff members who can help plan trips.
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY PROJECT? Having researched into hostels, it shows their importance and
EXTRA
popularity, especially amongst millennial.
According to The Business Research Company, the hostel
My design aim is to create a space for students (millennial) to
market is expected to grow from $4.37 billion in 2020 to $5.2
feel safe, comfortable and most importantly a place where they
billion in 2021. This means more money is also being spent on
can interact and build connections - hostels provide this. All of
accommodation to make it more appealing for its users. For
the reasons stated on the left are ones I will take forward into
example incorporating extra amenities such as, swimming
my design; affordability, sustainability, community, security and
pools, roof tops, bars etc,.
extra amenities.
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CLIENTELE Clients area vital part of the design process. The designers role is to establish the vision of the client. The client is the one/ones who will be funding the project.
1.5 CLIENTELE
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL: The local government body who are responsible for the governance of the City of Birmingham. They are responsible for; council tax, schools & learning, travel, recycling etc.
BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY: A University located in the City of Birmingham. The University has a range of courses from social science courses to art & design.
STUDENTS Students from multiple art & design disciplines will be part of the design development as they are the ones who will be living, working and socialising within these spaces.
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WHO ARE MY USERS?...
Design Students
Staff Members
Local Community
Designing a residential University
With University accommodations,
The local community will be invited
hub will be tailored for art & design
it is vital there are members of staff
to take part and join activities,
students. The accommodation I
on site, in case of any emergencies
workshops and exhibitions that
will be designing is not confined
or general questions and queries.
students may hold. I wanted the local
to one particular university, but for
There will be multiple staff members
community to feel welcomed and
all students studying some form
occupying the site. For example:
part of something, especially now
of art and design course across Birmingham. These will include a
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Receptionists - they will be people in charge of welcoming
range of students from multiple
arrivals and answering any
disciplines. For example:
questions and queries students
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Interior Designers
may have. Additionally, they
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Architects
will also be in charge of admin,
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Jewellery designers
ensuring payments, room
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Fine art
viewings etc., are all handled.
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Graphic designers etc.
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Cleaners, these will be staff members who come once a week to clean communal spaces, ensuring they are all sanitised.
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with a pandemic, people have felt more isolated. Additionally, this is a great way for potential prospects who may be looking at studying an art and design course. The local community can include: •
Adults & children wanting to join in activities, workshops and exhibitions.
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Potential students wanting to study an art and design course.
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People from industry who may be wanting to hire potential designers.
1.6 THE USER
THE USER Identifying the user at the beginning of the design process will allows designers to customise the spacial configuration and narrative depending on the user type and needs.
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USER JOURNEY RESEARCH ANALYSIS Conducting primary research to understand student’s daily work and non work routines.
1.7 USER JOURNEY - RESEARCH ANALYSIS
Type of research to be conducted?
Why this research is being conducted?
Short questionnaire, asking:
Conducting this research is necessary to:
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What does your daily work day look like?
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studying different courses will need various tools and equipment.
What does your non-work day look like? •
design courses. This will give more in depth
Understand user journeys - how students may move around a space. What needs to
Who will be asked? A range of students studying different art &
Understand user needs - different students
be in close approximately depending on how often they use/need things. •
Analyse any similarities and/or differences in students’ routines. This will make it
qualitative results.
easier to identify spaces, facilities and equipment that is representative of their needs. •
Acknowledge individuals - how each student work, for how long and how often. But, to also look at other activities they may do to fill the day.
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Find ways of improving the working and living environment of students.
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Support design my proposal - knowing students daily routines will ensure my design is relevant, accommodates their needs and improve user experience.
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Sarah
(Interior Design & Architecture)
Uni day routine: •
8:00-9:00am wake up then go to the toilet.
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9:30 am I have breakfast (overnight oats)
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10:00am I start my day at my desk
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11:30 am take a coffee break and move my legs
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1:00-2:00pm have lunch - sometimes I have soup or jacket potato
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2:00-4:00pm I continue to work
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4:30pm I go on a run for half an hour to get my exercise. Come back and have a shower etc.
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5:00-7:00pm I go back to work
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7:00pm I cook dinner, sometimes I have a nice big dinner like fish cakes ad other times I might have something different like a curry.
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8:30-9pm I go to bed and watch TV
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11pm I fall asleep
Non-Uni day routine: •
Wake up at 9am.
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Have breakfast at 9:30am, probably would eat smoke salmon benedict (on the weekend) but on the weekday I would have oats still.
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10am, get dressed and start my day, might go for a walk and get some fresh air
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11am, go and visit my family, say hi to my dad (hi dad)
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Midday, go and do a food shop
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1pm, clean my room or the flat which Claire and Vicky and Pooja don’t help me to do
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2pm-4pm, watch TV, chill relax, may read a book, who knows
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4pm-5pm go for a run
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6pm make dinner
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7pm-9pm, hang out with Claire and Pooja and Vicky, make up as they annoyed me previously by not helping me clean
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10m-11pm go to sleep (zzzzzzz)
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Pooja
(Interior Design & Architecture)
Uni day routine: •
8:00 wake up and snooze my alarm
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9:00 finally wake up
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9:00-9:45 going to the loo, brush my teeth and shower
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9:50 sit downstairs and scroll through my phone
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10:00-1:00 uni lectures in the background whilst I make my breakfast
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1:00-2:00 make and have lunch
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2:00-5:00 uni lectures
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5:00-6:00 pester my mum about what I want for dinner
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6:30- 7:15- eat dinner
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7:15-7:45 clean up because life is unfair
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8:00-9:00 contemplate having dessert
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9:15 have dessert
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9:45- feel guilty about dessert
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10:00 have a green tea to feel better
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10:30- get into my jim jams and brush my teeth
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10:45- get into bed and scroll on my phone until I fall asleep
Non-Uni day routine: •
9:00 wake up
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10:00-11:00 go the gym (if open) otherwise do a small workout in my room
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11:30-12:00 eat brunch
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12:00-1:00 shower and clean up
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1:30-4:00 watch movies chill out
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4:30-5:00 plan to meet with friends, day drink and order a take out
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Will
(Architecture)
Uni day routine: •
8:00-9:00am wake up (times vary depending on when the lecture starts)
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10am - 1pm - Work at desk
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1:00-2:00pm have lunch
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2:00-5:00 pm continue to do work
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5:00-5:30pm Shower and get ready
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5:30-6:00pm sort out work
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6:00 - 8:00pm Chill
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8:00-9:00pm Eat and chill
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12:00 - 2:00am Bed
Non-uni day routine:
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10:00am Wake up
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11:00am shower and get ready
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12:30-1:00pm Eat
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1:00pm-6:00pm Chill
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6:00-8:00pm Do a little bit of work before dinner
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8:00-9:00pm Dinner
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9:00pm onwards Chill before bed
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Sophie
(Product Design)
Uni work day: •
8:30 - Alarm goes off
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8:45 - get up, shower, breakfast, brush teeth
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10:00-13:00 - uni work with a 30minute group tutorial in between
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13:15-14:00 - make and eat lunch and watch TV
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14:00-17:00 - uni work
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17:00-19:00 - watch TV whilst thinking about what to make for dinner
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19:00 - start to cook dinner
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19:30 - 20:30 - eat dinner & pudding
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20:45 - 21:00 wash up, dry and put away dishes
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21:00 - 21:15 - get ready for bed
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21:15 - 22:30 get into bed, watch Netflix, scroll though social media and cry about lockdown.
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22:30 - turn off lights and phone
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22:30 - 2:00 - lie in bed for hours not being able to sleep
Non-uni day: •
8:45 - alarm goes off
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9:00 - 9:30 - shower, brush teeth, sit on bed in towel, get ready
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10:00-11:00 - eat breakfast and watch the news
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11:00 - 13:00 - do some of my etsy orders
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13:00 - 14:00 - make and eat lunch
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14:00 - 15:00 - get bored of having nothing else to do but work, go on a walk
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15:00 - 18:00 - uni work
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18:00 - 19:00 - make and eat dinner and pudding
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19:00 - 19:15 - wash up, dry dishes and put them away
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19:15 - 20:30 - do some more uni work
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20:30 - 22:30 - watch tv
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22:30 - 22:45 - get ready for bed
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22:45 - 23:45 - turn lights off, get into bed, scroll through social media.
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23:45 - turn off phone and go to sleep.
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1.72 USER JOURNEY - FINDINGS SUMMARISED
WHAT DID I FIND OUT? After conducting my primary research and
WHAT DOES THE DIAGRAM SHOW?
analysing student’s daily work routines, it’s
The diagram is an illustrative representation
interesting to see that majority of students
of the primary research I have previously
have similar daily routines. This will make it
conducted. Using four different students
easier to accommodate for students as they
daily work routines, I added them on a chart
will all be studying similar subjects and will
replicating a clock to show the times they do
have similar user journeys. However, it is still
different tasks and activities.
necessary to consider that all students work differently and some for instance, may prefer
Each student is colour coded. Each of them
to work at a desk in a different room rather
will have two colours - one is slightly lighter
than in their bedroom. Additionally, some work
which represents the AM and the darker shade
later and longer than others, which can have
represents the PM.
an impact on the choice of furniture - ensuring it is ergonomic. I also asked the same students to describe their non work routines. This would give me a better insight on some of the spaces and facilities I can include to keep students entertained and engaged. Majority during a time of the pandemic would usually, watch TV (netflix), hangout with their flatmates or do extra uni work to fill the days. One thing to consider is that this research was conducted during a pandemic, so people’s lifestyles would have changed. Therefore their routines will not be entirely representative.
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How will this influence my design? Firstly, knowing students daily routines and activities will influence the type of spaces, facilities and furniture my design will need. This will ensure that students are accommodated for throughout. Secondly, analysing the similarities in their routines will also make it easier to configure communal spaces, as most need the same things and also have similar user journeys.
USER JOURNEY FINDINGS SUMMARISED After gathering some primary research of students’ daily work routines, I have curated an illustrative diagram to represent the information.
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Pooja
Will
Sophie
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SCHEDULE OF ACCOMMODATION My schedule of accommodation highlights the programme of my space and what I need in each specific room.
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SPACES REFINED:
RECEPTION:
RECREATIONAL AREA:
This will be placed near the entrance. A welcoming
This will be a great place for students to mix and interact with one another and to build a community.
element for new prospects. •
Desks
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Office chairs
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Storage cabinets
STUDENT ROOMS: Students will have their own rooms with a shared communal area. •
Beds with storage
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Desks
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Office chair
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Shelving
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Bedside table
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Mirror
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Lamp
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Bathroom
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Shower
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Sink
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Toilet
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Market place - Transformable installation
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Café
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Exhibition Space
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Workshop
BACK OF HOUSE: •
Storage cabinets
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Cleaning equipment
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Stationary equipment
PUBLIC TOILET: •
Disabled toilets
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Male and Female cubicles
STAFF ROOM: (more homely) •
Storage cabinets
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SYMBOLISM OF CIRCLES
SITE SELECTION Choosing a site was the first step... We were given the option of four sites , or we could find our own - one that would fit our design proposal. All existing sites are located in Birmingham, meaning it is easy to access and conduc t site analysis.
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2.1 SITE SELECTION
1 The Roundhouse, Birmingham
2 The James Cond Building, Birmingham
3 The Easy Hotel, Birmingham
4 The Medicine Bakery, Birmingham
All four sites are located in Birmingham, easily accessible by public transport or by foot. The sites vary in size, some are listed buildings and some have interesting spatial configurations. Such factors will influence the site I choose, ensuring it fits the purpose of my design.
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SITE SELECTION My chosen site: The Roundhouse, 1 Sheepcote St , Birmingham B16 8AE
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WHAT IS ITS VALUE?
I have chosen the Roundhouse mainly for its unique shape. It’s circular structure seemed perfect for my design proposal. My aim is to create a multi-cultural residential university hub for art and design students. The intentions behind this design proposal is to create an environment through the careful programming of spaces. In doing so, it will create a sense of community and enhance social interactions between different cultural groups.
The site was previously used as stables for horses, hence the shape of the site - a horseshoe.
The Roundhouse is also a grade II* listed building. This means it is highly important and has its limits for alterations. With its high grade listing, it is important to ensure majority of the building is preserved and restored. But, this is a good opportunity to test my skills and knowledge and to create a multi-programme space.
LOCATION
SPATIAL CONFIGURATION
GRADE II* LISTED
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2.3 WHAT DOES IT SYMBOLISE?
THE ROUNDHOUSE Why was it chosen? What is the value of the building? What does it signif y ?
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WHAT DOES IT SYMBOLISE
The Roundhouse’s circular form symbolises wholeness and community. For instance when people gather in groups, they tend to form circles - this enables everyone to see each other and form better group discussions and a sense of togetherness. This type of group forming can also be further explored by looking at tribes. A tribe harbours a perfect environment for different people to come together and share ideas, fostering a sense of community. These rituals provides individuals with a sense of purpose and are then more likely to interact with other people. For example, Tapeba Amerindians in Brazil, perform their ritual in a circle. The enables the group to form a community and a sense of togetherness. A more contemporary example are summer camps. During the evenings, people will often gather around a fireplace. This is for many reasons; for warmth, but, its a place where people share stories and build intimate connections. The Roundhouse reminds me of this.
HOW MIGHT THIS RELATE TO MY PROJECT?
By analysing how tribes form rituals in a circle indicates how important the shape is. To them forming a circle during their rituals helps create a sense of community and purpose. Additionally, looking at a contemporary example of people gathering around a camp fire also highlights the significance of circles and their positive impact on people. This is something that I want to take forward into my design project.
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The shape of a circle, has no sides or corners it is endless. Some would say that the circle is the most perfect shape. Every point of the circumference is the exact same distance from the centre. They have no beginning or end and can represent the life cycle. There is always equality. Circles are also seen as a shape that represents unity, wholeness, togetherness and community. In Japan, circles are seen as a scared symbols. It is often used in Japanese calligraphy. It is also closely connected with Zen Buddhism and stands for enlightenment, perfection, strength, elegance and the universe. Mandala translates into circle in Sanskrit. The geometric shape is seen to have magical and religious meaning. It is used by different cultures such as, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and many more. The diagram has multiple layers of prints, this highlights the range of religious traditions. Flower of life is a circle with floral geometric shapes inside. Its a sacred geometry and a fundamental form of existence and creation. In many cultures the flower of life symbolises the flow of energy and holds all existing knowledge and events. In China the yin-yang concept represents the five phases: fire, water, metal, wood and earth. This belief stems from the Chinese theory of “becoming and dissolution and an interdependence between the world of nature and human events.” (Encyclopaedia Britannica, u.d.) In Japan yin-yang is seen to make up all aspects of life- both working together in harmony.
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SYMBOLISM OF CIRCLES What a circle symbolises for different cultures...
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2.5 REFLECTION
Researching the meanings and interpretations of circles was important as a starting point because the site I have chosen is spatially configured in this shape. Therefore, linking the buildings configuration to metaphorical meanings, enabled me to have a better understanding of how I can link my design proposal and site. Additionally, I confined my research by looking at how various cultures attach different meanings to the shape/form of a circle. This was a great way to really understand that circles are such a universal shape that brings a lot of communities together, as well as, creating a sense of purpose.
HOW MIGHT THIS RELATE TO MY PROJECT?
For my design proposal, I could incorporate the shape, by adding curves and softness through wall partitions, furnishing and even incorporating it into the circulation. However, I don’t want to be too literal with my design proposal.
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3.1 SURROUNDING SITE 3.2 SURROUNDING SITE: TRANSPORT LINKS 3.3 CONSERVATION APPROACH 3.4 EXTERIOR ANALYSIS 3.5 INTERIOR ANALYSIS 3.6 SWOT 3.7 REFLECTION
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Analysing the surrounding area of the site will enable me to have a better understanding of existing businesses, entertainment, hospitality and Universities. All key areas that may impact my design proposal.
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THE SITE: The Roundhouse is situated in a great location, central to a lot of amenities. This means building a University residential hub would be perfect, as its close proximity to shops, cafés, entertainment and only a
STUDENT ACCOMMODATIONS:
short walk to the city centre. Additionally,
With a range of Universities in the City
the Roundhouse is opposite the canal and
comes a variety of student accommodations.
surrounded by traditional British architecture.
Some residential accommodations are linked
This will give different cultures an insight into
to specific Universities e.g. University of
the host country’s culture.
Birmingham (UoB) have an enclosed campus just for their students, whereas, Birmingham City University (BCU), is based in the City Centre and have various accommodations scattered surrounding the University. Some of these accommodations aren’t specific to one type of student. They accommodate other students from different Universities, e.g. Jennans court, Lakeside etc.
HOSTELS: There are a variety of hostels located in Birmingham. All vary in prices dependent on
UNIVERSITIES: There are a few Universities in Birmingham, all specialising in different subjects. The type
location. Most hostels are £40+ closer to the city centre. There are no hostels specifically for students.
of Universities I will be analysing are art and design focused Universities. The Universities are: •
Birmingham City University (BCU)
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University of Birmingham (UoB)
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School of Art
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School of Jewellery (BCU)
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RAILWAY WATER WAYS MAIN ROADS
WATERWAYS
RAILWAY
MAIN ROADS
There is a canal line that runs straight through Birmingham - one that is just opposite the Roundhouse. This is a great part of Birmingham’s identity and attracts many tourists.
There are railway lines that run through. All are in close proximity to the site. Additionally, there are also tramlines near by that run very often. This gives a range of transportation links for users.
Main roads surround the site and allow for easy access. Buses run through these routes as well, giving more opportunity to get to places.
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SURROUNDING SITE [ THE ROUNDHOUSE]
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CONSERVATION APPROACH GRADE II* LISTED BUILDING
The Roundhouse built in 1874 by architect W.H. Ward was originally stables
for
the horses that worked the canals and storage for the Birmingham Corporation. The shape of the building is a horseshoe.
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PRESERVATION: Due to the buildings age and specific listing, it is important that majority of its existing structure and materiality is preserved. This can be done by protecting and conserving its original materials. This will mean the aesthetic will have to say the same.
REHABILITATION: Making the right repairs and alterations will ensure the building is functioning correctly. For example, this can be, repairing flooring, adding the right insulation, ceiling etc. Repairs and alterations will be added to make sure that building fits with building regulations.
RESTORATION: Returning the building into its original historic former state. Recreating broken, or warn out forms, features and characteristics. This will protect the buildings value and initially respect its original materials.
REFURBISHMENT: Improving the building through cleaning, decorating and re-quipping. This is done to ensure that its interior is presentable but, still considering sustainability and including elements that are energy efficient.
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EXTERIOR ANALYSIS Analysing the exterior of the building will give an understanding of its history, materiality and overall spatial configuration.
OVERALL BUILDING The entirety of the building is built in red bricks, reflecting British architecture. There are three buildings; the main - which is the horseshoe shaped structure, the other two either side (the west and east gate). The main building occupies a range of rooms on the ground floor. There is also access to the first floor, which has two rooms. The east and west gates have two levels too, both occupying multiple rooms. Additionally, there is access to a tunnel which takes you out on the other side facing the canals.
WINDOWS The Main building has 36 window panes altogether. This will allow for natural lighting to enter the interior space. Resulting in less usage of artificial lighting, therefore saving more energy. The West and East gate also have a good amount of natural light that enters the space. The window panes and frames will need replacing to ensure they are sealed and waterproof. The replacement will be a more modern aesthetic, giving the building more character.
DOORS The external doors will also need to be replaced. As many of its wood work are chipping or worn away. These doors will need to be fireproof, waterproof and overall meet appropriate regulations.
COURTYARD The courtyard has uneven cobbles which is evidence of previous construction work during the 1980s. The cobbles, also known as, Rowley Rag Cobbles, are made using a mixture of granite and Rowley Rag (a volcanic dolerite stone that was heavily mined in the Rowley Hills). These types of cobbles can be used for both interior and exterior courtyards. However, they will need to be relayed to ensure they are even throughout for health and safety precautions.
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DOOR RESTORATION
The interior overall has a few repairs it will need. The doors will need replacing as the paint is flaking and will not meet health and safety regulations. Additionally, there are some doors that have been replaced and treated better, those are most likely to stay but, might be painted over to create a consistent aesthetic throughout the space.
Doors must have the correct treatment on them, so they are fireproof. Moreover, due to a large number of rooms, fire exit doors will need to be implemented.
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INTERIOR ANALYSIS Understanding the existing interior space allows for a wider scope into its materiality and spatial configuration. Additionally, the interior of the building will give a better understanding of foundation structures, e.g. beams and columns.
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CEILING & FLOORING
Some of the flooring in the space will need replacing. For example, there are some carpeting that is too old and need modernising. Each space will need appropriate flooring, depending on the use. Additionally, insulation will need to be placed in certain areas that lack the correct insulation requirements.
The entirety of the building has exposed beams and columns that will need to be restored. For instance, some will need repairing and repainting to ensure the structure is secure. The roof will also need strengthening and restoring due to old age and to ensure it meets regulations.
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WALL RESTORATION
The walls on the first floor of the main building will need some to be repaired by adding insulation and plaster. Some of the partition walls might be removed depending on the spacial configuration of my design proposal. Additional walls will also be added according to the purpose and desired narrative of the space.
There are some brick walls that have been painted over. This will be washed and restored to its original red brick aesthetic.
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STRENGTHS: •
The building has a very unique spatial configuration.
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It is in a great location, close proximity to a wide range of shops, restaurants, bars, galleries etc.
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Easily accessible: wide range of transport links e.g. waterways, tramlines, railways, and buses. Additionally, there are a range of car
WEAKNESSES:
parks available all in walking distance. •
Grade II* listed building - is classed as
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an important architectural piece. •
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limit the proposed circulation of the space.
36+ windows, allowing a great amount of natural lighting to enter.
The building’s spatial configuration may
•
Due to the building’s listing, it can also limit what I can and can’t do. Majority
A range of rooms: this will allow me to
of the building’s existing body and
create a multi-programme site.
materiality will have to be preserved. •
The Roundhouse’s old age means there are a lot of repairs to strengthen and restore the existing site.
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OPPORTUNITY: •
The Roundhouse is grade II* listed. This can have some limits but, it’s a great opportunity to test different design proposals that can work with the building.
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It’s in a prime location: a city with a lot of foot fall. This will increase attraction from different cultural groups.
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It’s unique shape welcomes great opportunities to test the spatial
THREATS:
configuration. Additionally, the uniqueness of the building’s structure
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competition.
Birmingham’s population is the second largest in the UK, which means there
The surrounding area has many residential buildings, which increases
will draw in attention more from people.
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Some structural elements will have
will be a large number of people
to be preserved, limiting my design
looking for residence, a place to study,
proposal.
and relax.
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Due to the unpredictable COVID restrictions globally, it will be difficult to attract students from different countries. More students will become fearful of moving and living away, just in case lockdown occurs again.
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Site analysis is an important process to fully understand the building’s surrounding area, interior, exterior and overall structural composition. Having analysed and researched the Roundhouse it has enabled me to explore its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Overall, the site has many strengths and opportunities in contrast to its weaknesses and threats. However, with that in mind, one overwhelming threat is COVID. With unpredictable restrictions in place, it can impose limitations to my design proposal - carefully ensuring rules are being followed. For example, ensuring the spatial configuration allows for 2 metre social distancing between users. Screens will need to be implemented in the correct areas. Consistent cleaning of spaces and furniture will have to also be considered.
How might this relate to my project?
Having said this, with the pandemic still present, it will impact the purpose of my design. My design focuses on creating a multi-cultural residential hub for students to interact, build communities and overall ease the process of place making by designing a environment.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF PRECEDENT STUDIES... Having precedent studies and relevant research allows the designer to assess and fully understand pre-existing designs. This will set the first stage of the design process. Additionally, utilising previous designs will provide inspiration as well as, a learning experience - knowing what has worked in the past and what hasn’t. Throughout this section, I will be analysing different case studies of various topics. All to support my design proposal.
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4.1 POTTERIES THINKBELT BY CEDRIC PRICE
4.2 STUDENT HOTEL
BY THE INVISIBLE PARTY
4.3 UNITE D’HABITATION BY LE CORBUSIER
4.4 COMPARING THE PRECEDENT STUDIES 4.5 CASE STUDY : FILM
THE MAN WHO KNEW INFINITY
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PRIMARY QUESTIONNAIRE CONDUCTED
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OVERALL FINDINGS
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WHO IS CEDRIC PRICE? His is an English architect, influential teacher and writer. His designs were very unique and brought ideas of utopia. Price was determined his work would “not impose physical or psychological constraints upon its occupants nor reduce them to standards, as did modern architecture.” (MoMA, u.d) Many of his work focused on the users needs and individual freedoms.
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The Potteries Thinkbelt project was a conceptual idea that was never built. It was Price’s way of critiquing the traditional system of Universities. The project was to be built in Staffordshire around railways and roads, providing transport links for people between housing and learning areas. It also relies heavily on flexibility and being able to expand its network opposed to a centralised campus. Additionally, it would utilise temporary buildings allowing for experimentation, mobile cars and railway carriages were to be used as teaching units with fold-able furniture.
Map showing proposed project plans
“When the next round of university building starts, perhaps we should treat education less as a polite cathedral town amenity.” - Cedric Price
Drawings showing carriages as learning units
The project was focused on the community as a whole and the users that would be occupying the spaces. For example, due to a large amount of
Price believed that, “education is a flux - it always
students (20,000) local people would have access to
is- and it is so subject to the effects of changing
specialised equipment for leisure activities, as well
education, philosophical, sociological and political
as learning facilities. Price wanted the public to feel
ideas, as well as economic crises”, hence the
invited and welcomed.
need to create adaptable and flexible learning facilities. Such flexibility of learning equipment and methods will allow national students from different fields to participate, creating that inclusivity.
How might this influence my work? After reviewing this case study, there are a few elements that I would like to incorporate into my own design. These are; flexibility, adaptability, involving the local community and taking a human-focus approach.
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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.
WHO IS LE CORBUSIER? A Swiss, architect, provocative writer, urban planner, painter and a polemicist. Le Corbusier was a modernist architect who was very influential on other designers. He built many structures using concrete, steel and geometric forms. Le Corbusier’s style had mechanistic influence which is reflected in many of his work, which he refers to as “the machine of living.”
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The spatial configuration of the building was carefully designed, instead of the rooms being double-stacked, he designed the units so they would span from each side of the building. They were narrower but were given double height living
Unite d’Habitation
space, which reduced the amount of corridors.
One of Le Corbusier’s famous work, located in
creating an interlocking system of residential
Marseilles, France. The building is a collection of
volumes. (ibid, 1952)
Additionally, this enabled him to add more units,
apartments stacked on top of one another. It was built after the Second World War, when the need for housing was essential. The project was focused on communal living, inhabiting a range of spaces to shop, play, live and come together in a “vertical garden city.” (Knoll, 1952) Le Corbusier decided to design upwards instead of horizontally and is supported using concrete pilotis. This allowed room underneath where people can walk through and utilise the space. The whole concept behind the project was to create a “city within a city” that had a range of amenities for the residents. For example, incorporating gyms, a club, kindergarten and the roof acting as a garden terrace with a pool.
How might this influence my work? Le Corbusier’s design strategy and spatial configuration here is very clever, creating double height spaces, which allowed additionally units to be fitted. The units are also arranged at different levels giving the space a different configuration to your normal housing style. A style which I can utilise in my own design. This case study also reflects my design proposal, of creating a range of spaces all in one building.
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HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN?
All three case studies have given me a greater understanding on Universities. It is important to provide not only for students but, other users e.g. the community of that local area. This allows for people to feel connected and a part of something, especially now during a pandemic, it is needed the most.
COMPARING THE PRECEDENT STUDIES Comparing the three case studies will help summarise and identify similarities and differences between all three. I able to identify elements that have worked well and ones that haven’t. Some of these elements I can then incorporate into my own design.
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CASE STUDY: FILM The Man Who Knew Infinity
ABOUT:
HOW DOES THIS RELATE?
The film is based in the UK. It’s about
The film is about a person of a different
an Indian man named Srinivasa
ethnic group coming into a new
Ramanujan who travels to the UK to
country and not feeling welcomed. We
publish his remarkable discoveries
see him struggle to settle and adapt
about infinity, using his knowledge
in a new environment and face racial
about mathematics and physics to
scrutiny. This relates to my project
support his ideas. However, he was
because it focuses on creating a space
surprise to come to racial scrutiny
that welcomes and eases the process
and exclusion. Additionally, Srinivasa
of place-making for students like
had very limited knowledge about
Srinivasa.
England’s culture and weather which
After having watched the film, there are
resulted in him catching a common
some questions I have noted to further
cold due to the lack of clothing.
develop my research. For example: •
How might I make it easier for students like Srinivasa to feel included, limit racial exclusion and overall feel more welcomed in a new environment.
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How did the character feel throughout the film? How did he feel when he first moved? When he faced racial scrutiny etc.
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STUDENT QUESTIONNAIRE I have created a questionnaire to gather information about how students have found living away from home in student accommodations. I want to also understand how different cultural groups may have settled in a new environment. Lastly, understanding how the pandemic may have affected students’ living experience and how I can improve my design to cater for their needs.
MY QUESTIONS:
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How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic?
Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? Shared flat with 3 others Q4: What are some advantages of living away? Independence and time away from home and usual home routines. Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? Very time consuming due to independent tasks like laundry, cooking, cleaning and food shopping. Name:
Wiktoria Glowczewska
Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment? Try to make the space my own by adding sentimental things that resonate with ‘home’ as well as calling up family members to feel as though I wasn’t alone.
Studying:
BA Interior Design & Architecture
Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study? I’d say spatial configuration doesn’t fully support what we study. Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations?
Currently living:
Hamcam student living, Hamstead, Birmingham
Creating a more at home interior rather that a standardised commercial looking setting for all students. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? The lack of mixing with other flats and groups of friends limits socialisation. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? Allow certain blocks to mix together Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. Yes. Living away is an experience like no other it tests your independence and maturity. Breaking free from household rules and routines.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? The flat in Hamstead campus is a 5 room flat with a shared kitchen. Q4: What are some advantages of living away? The most prominent advantage for me is the freedom you get when you are not living with family. Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? This will probably be the same for many, the home cooking and not having to worry as much about the financial part of life. Name:
Andrej Mesoncukov
Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment? One of the things I did was organizing my room to make it feel more cosy. Other stuff was mostly just walking around and just getting a feel for my surroundings.
Studying:
BA Architecture (Final year)
Currently living:
Hamcam student living, Hamstead, Birmingham
Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study? Honestly not at all, mostly because they can’t really make the rooms course/ person specific, that is not logical from their point of view. Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations? It would be nice if there were different room configurations that were available for the same price as they are now. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? It has, but not that significantly, two things is probably jobs and the other is just the freedom of going places, such as shopping centres, cafés, bars, etc. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? I found that even though we cannot meet in person with our friends, going on facetime or video call is a very helpful thing. I think creating basic call groups for students where people could just hangout would be great. Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. There are as many pros as there is cons when doing so, but I would still recommend it. I think for me I really enjoyed my own space and the freedom. On the other hand the financial aspect is a big burden you have to carry, which I did not realise until second year of university.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? Yes (I am not in UK at the moment but I do normally live in shared flat). Q4: What are some advantages of living away? Getting to live your own way and having more privacy. Gaining more experience, broadening your mind and making more connections, becoming more independent. Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? Being apart from your family and friends. Name:
Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment?
Gertruda Blazaityte
Studying:
BA Interior Design & Architecture
Living in a student accommodation in the first year of university helped a lot – I tried to engage and interact with other students as much as possible – this helped me to feel more comfortable and more involved. Apart from that, I would say that getting a job early also helped me settle more easily as I felt more financially secure and independent. Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study? Not really – I feel like most of the student accommodations do not have that creative space that many of us need.
Currently living:
House Share (not student accommodation)
Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations? To be less ordinary and generic involving actual students when designing the space and layout. It would be nice to see accommodations being designed with a focus on users and their experience. Also, creating more welcoming and comfortable communal spaces that would help students to socialize more and feel like a community. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? Yes it has. A LOT. From a shared flat in the middle of constantly buzzing city with university a few minutes away I had to moved back home. I feel less stressed and more comfortable now but I do miss interacting with other students which used to make me feel more involved and supported. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? I do feel like pandemic has already changed and affected the way we think and design so I do believe that students living experience will definitely be one of the key areas to improve and adapt to changing future. Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. Definitely yes. I think it is one of the best real life experiences that student can get. Apart from becoming independent and building new connections, it can also be seen as a journey where you really get to know yourself and understand where you belong and what sort of life you want to built for yourself.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? Yes, but it is not halls. Q4: What are some advantages of living away? Personal freedoms such as what time I wake up and eat and just generally autonomy Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? Can’t see my dog :( but honestly I can’t think of many other than having to do your own cooking cleaning and other chore like tasks. Name:
Will Blackadder
Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment? Moved my stuff in and replaced some items with better ones from home I also rearranged the room to fit better for how I live.
Studying:
BA Architecture
Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study? In general yes, they provide personal space for work and play, and a social space to spend time with house mates. Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations?
Currently living:
House Share (not student accommodation)
It would be cool to see course specific accommodations like for me studying architecture it would have been nice to see accommodation with a larger space that could be a shared studio perhaps. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? I’m unable to go to studio for uni which has effected my mood and desire to work quite heavily. I’m also unable to go bouldering which was a great way for me to relax and stay healthy too. Also, nights out are missed it’s not quite the same calling your mates over zoom or teams to hang out. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? I think the conversation or development of accommodations for specific courses would be good. It doesn’t have to be building a studio it can just be turning a 4 bed property into a 3 bed with a dedicated shared work space for example. Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. I would recommend living away for university. It’s a good chance to experience living on you own and it’s a great way to learn how to budget money, social time and, work whilst you have the safety net of being in university. Plus it’s a great chance to meet new people and develop new interests and hobbies some of which might become life long interests or careers.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? I lived in a shared kitchen only student accommodation. Q4: What are some advantages of living away? Name:
Pooja Halai
A chance to be independent and fend for yourself. You can get out of your comfort zone and interact with completely new face. You get the chance to learn about so many different peoples lives and where they are from what they do and don’t like doing etc.
Studying:
BA Interior Design & Architecture
Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? Being away from home is tough when you have a close-knit family, having to consider what holidays, events etc. you will be able to attend. During the beginning of the pandemic, it was scary and worrying not being able to go home or even get necessities (pandemic related only).
Currently living:
IQ Accommodations (Uni residents)
Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment? Joined FB group chats for my uni course and a group for my first-year flat mates. I made sure I had small elements of home with me such as photographs of family and friends. Also adding small touches to my room that made it feel homely, like pillows extra bedding stuff, incense sticks or candles, fairy lights etc. Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study? No, it really definitely did not. To begin with, the desks in student rooms are small and narrow with only a set amount of drawer space for stationary. Due to the amount or art materials required for my course there was not enough storage space for all my uni stuff and my clothes etc. Also, there were apparently printers but they were located in the basement (first student accommodation) but they didn’t work half the time. During my second student halls there was no printers, but it was nice having a study area that was large and on the ground floor.
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Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations? Better spatial arrangements of the rooms, making sure the room has all the basic needs necessary, such as full-length mirrors, enough lighting, study space, something as simple as door hangers as well. (This is something that lacked where I was staying). Also having more communal spaces to meet and interact with friends, most communal spaces are always in the basement of lower ground floors, it would be good if it was scattered between floors maybe. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? Yes and no, the pandemic affected my experience because I didn’t get to have those last few celebrations with flat mates and friends before final year ended. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? Making sure that everything they require on a basic level is included, such as maybe more study spaces, access to computers and printers. As well as maybe incorporating a small tuck shop sort of thing. It might also be nice to add fitness areas, such as a gym but also spaces for yoga or anything else to benefit their mental well-being. Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. Yes, definitely, it provides young student with a great experience of being independent and growing as an adult. It will give them the opportunity to be confident and be out of their comfort zone, making friends and connections they can keep for life.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? Shared house. Q4: What are some advantages of living away? Independence and living in a new place. Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? Name:
Byron Gregory
Not seeing family. Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment? Living with friends and putting personal items in your room.
Studying:
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Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study? For model making I do not think it does, but for computer work which is the majority, it does.
Currently living:
House Share (not student accommodation)
Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations? To make rooms more spacious, which will then allow for more movement. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? It has not affected my living experience. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? There is nothing that could improve it if you have a decent spacious room. A room with the right facilities for a design student. Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. Yes, I would but I recommend a house over flats that is close to city centre.
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Q3: Do you live in a shared flat/house or alone? Yes. Q4: What are some advantages of living away? Taking more responsibility but also having certain amount of freedom. Q5: What are some disadvantages of living away? Missing my family , the said responsibility that comes with living alone , relying a lot more on yourself. Q6: What are some processes you took to help you settle in a new environment? Name:
Gergana Ivanova
I made sure to contact my flatmates before moving in (those who I didn’t know at the time), to make it a bit easier upon meeting each other for the first time, socialised a lot, going out with new people, to make to whole process a bit easier. Q7: Do you feel like the spatial configuration of student accommodations fit what you study?
Studying:
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Unfortunately no, the rooms are not specific to the individual or to their course and in many cases they do not provide more space such as study rooms, printers etc. Q8: What are some improvements you would suggest for student accommodations?
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Making sure to check in with the student before they arrive - I know that there are pictures online and some places offer for the students to see their room before moving in, but its not that easy for international students to travel just to see the room. Maybe a virtual tour or the option to change rooms if the student is not happy once they’ve arrived. Q9: Has the pandemic affected your living experience? If so, how? I had to move back home, but in terms of my accommodation I have not received any help from the staff on many occasions – not being given information, having to deal with everything on your own even though it’s difficult in a situation like this one. Q10: How do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic? Giving more flexibility on both ends, for students to not be held by a seemingly unbreakable contract, more communication, provide more services – be prepared to changing rooms, deliveries etc. , Maintaining the environment (in my case it was up to the students to take care of everything) VENTILATION AND LIGHT. Q11: Overall, would you recommend living away? Please explain your answer. Yes I would, during those 3 years I have made so many new friends and memories, I tried so many new things but also found my self in a way, realised that I can depend on my self and that I am capable of being more independent and that is not scary.
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4.7 REFLECTION
OVERALL FINDINGS...
Having analysed the answers given by
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Ensuring the correct facilities
students in the questionnaire, it is clear to
and equipment are accessible for
so that all appreciate the advantages of
students e.g. printers, computers
what living away has brought and taught
etc.
them. Despite, the pandemic they would still
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suggest for future students to live away.
Maintaining the environment by ensuring there is enough ventilation and light.
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Hosting activities that encourages positive mental and physical well-
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There are more advantages living away from home in University accommodations/ shared housing. The main key advantage that was repeated
being. 4.
Contracts are flexible and staff are helpful throughout.
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The overriding disadvantage is being
How are you going to relate this to your design?
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A process that has helped many settle was putting sentimental, personal objects that made it feel more like home. E.g. pictures and certain decorations etc. Additionally, socialising with new people helped ease their settling process.
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the questionnaire; all of the students, love, dislike and wants about existing university accommodations will help me to improve my design so it accommodates art and design students more specifically. I will also consider COVID regulations and
Most have felt that student
how I can create a better environment
accommodations aren’t customised for
for students to feel more at home,
art and design students. They suggest
comfortable and overall happier. For
for student accommodations to have
example, in the questionnaire, students
bigger desk spaces, and in general
have said they extra desk/ room space is
more room, or at least a choice of
needed for them to work productively and
having a room with the facilities they
effectively. In order to achieve this, I can
need.
look into transformable design that allows
Most have said the pandemic has
students to have that flexibility of their own
affected their university experience as
space. For instance, fold-able furniture
they aren’t able to interact, socialise
that can be easily folded away when not in
and do the things they love e.g. sport
use, therefore giving more room for other
activities etc.
activities. Additionally, being able to socialise
There were various solutions suggested by students for question 10, “how do you think we can improve students living experience moving forward, knowing that there is still a pandemic?” Some of the solutions were:
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Taking everything that has been said in
and interact with other students was a vital part of their university experience. So, to encourage interaction again, recreational spaces could be added. These spaces will hold activities that students can take part in and even host, encouraging interaction.
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5.1 CONCEPT KEY WORDS 5.2 CONCEPT MODELLING & TESTING 5.3 CONCEPT PRECEDENT STUDIES 5.4 CONCEPT SKETCHES & TESTING 5.5 CONCEPT MODEL MAKING & TESTING 5.6 PRIMARY DESIGN RESEARCH
5.7 BUNK BED DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 5.8 SPATIAL DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 5.9 MATERIAL EXPLORATION
5.1 CONCEPT KEY WORDS
WHY HAVE YOU CHOSEN THESE PARTICULAR KEYWORDS?
WHY GATHERING KEYWORDS ARE ESSENTIAL?
These particular keywords were inspired from the
sparking initial conceptual ideas. Having multiple
site and my manifesto. My chosen site’s circular
keywords and their synonyms help by widening
configuration helped me look into the symbolism
my options and creativity.
Gathering keywords is a great starting point in
of circles and what they might mean not only universally but, even more specifically, “how do
HOW MIGHT IT HELP DEVELOP YOUR DESIGN?
different cultures interpret the shape?” Additionally,
Having conceptual words help inspire new
my manifesto was another element that inspired
design and it will allow me to have a better
these key words. It was solely focused on my
understanding of what I want to design.
particular question, “How can place making
Additionally, it makes the concept development
theory help designers to create more inclusive
easier by creating a foundation - a starting
environments for different communities?” With
point for the design process. For example, I can
this question I decided to create a residential
use these keywords to influence the type of
hub for students from various universities across
circulation I want the user to experience, the
Birmingham. I gathered keywords that would
juxtaposition of furniture, lighting, and overall
reflect and summarise my design proposal. I asked
the spatial configuration to make it feel more like
myself these following questions:
a community. This can be a place where different cultural groups can interact, develop life skills, feel
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What do you want the users to experience?
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How can you ease the process of placemaking, especially for international students?
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How might people feel more welcomed?
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What does the circle symbolise?
a sense of purpose etc.
CONCEPT KEYWORDS These keywords are influenced by, my manifesto; the purpose of creating an environment that is welcoming and one that tailors different cultural groups.
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This is the second process of my concept development. Once the keywords have been gathered, I then developed it further by researching case studies that may reflect some of those words. My first case study is the Hoberman sphere by Chuck Hoberman.
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WHY AM I RESEARCHING ABOUT CHUCK HOBERMAN? Part of my initial design concept stems from the circular forms of the site and how the shape symbolises community and wholeness. I looked at objects and elements that may replicate the conceptual words I have gathered previously. An item that I came across to reflect my ideas was the hoberman sphere.
WHY WAS IT CREATED? The initial concept behind this phenomenal structure was this question of, “How can I make an object transform?” (Hoberman (00:29) ) He wanted to test the limits of transformable objects, as he believed in adaptable design that reflected the rapid changes in society. He took these fundamental elements further by looking at ways he can develop his creation by using his concept of transformable design. Hoberman wanted to create;
WHAT IS THE HOBERMAN SPHERE? The hoberman sphere is a toy that is self-supporting and one
new experiences and purposes, spaces that transform with extra rooms that can appear and disappear when needed.
that expands and collapses. The structure is cleverly engineered by Chuck Hoberman. It uses 400 individual pieces consisting of pentagons and triangles, six rings that interact. For the toy to close and open, it uses a scissor mechanism, which are two links that are connected by a pivot.
Chuck Hoberman, continued using his initial concept to design amazing structures. For example; he designed a giant aluminium curtain for the 2002 Winter Olympics and his initial concept was also used to create a retractable roof for Atlanta’s Falcons stadium.
HOW CAN I INCORPORATE THIS INTO MY DESIGN?
I think Hoberman’s concept about transformable design is very important today. Due to such a rapid change in society, for example, increase population, climate change, and a pandemic. Such factors along many more, have impacted the way we use and interact with spaces. Spaces should be flexible so they can easily adapt to the changes that come our way. Additionally, utilising his concept into my design is ideal and will enable me to create a multi-programme space that is fitting for different users.
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WHY ORIGAMI? Origami is another transformable object, similar to the
Others were then inspired by this technique and so
hoberman sphere. I chose origami because of its transformable
incorporated it into their schools and practices. For example,
element, it’s created using the folding of paper - a material
the Bauhaus used paper folding to help train their students into
that seems so delicate but, can hold itself and prove that it
commercial design.
can be just as strong. The techniques behind origami is also fascinating - a piece of flat paper can be manipulated in various ways without having to use glue or extra materials.
TYPES OF ORIGAMI: There are different types of origami, all of which are used for a
WHAT IS ORIGAMI?
range of purposes.
It’s a process of folding different types of paper and
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Action origami - has moveable parts
transforming it into something else.
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Modular origami - made of several sheets of paper
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Business card origami
WHO INVENTED IT AND WHY WAS IT CREATED?
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Dollar bill origami - this is not only confined to the dollar.
This process of folding paper was first used in Japan, which
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Candy wrapper origami -used for sweet wrapping
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Wet folding origami - working with the paper whilst its
then inspired others and was spread world wide. For example, German educator Fredrich Froebel was one of the first people
wet, which increases its durability.
to spread this finding. He also had three basic types of folds; the fold of life, the folds of truth and the folds of beauty. These were then introduced into Japan and Japanese schools. It was around
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Functional Origami - can be used for a range of things, e.g. place mats, quilts etc.
this time when the word origami began to emerge to describe recreational folding.
HOW CAN I INCORPORATE THIS INTO MY DESIGN?
I really like this idea of only using one material/object which can then be transformed and manipulated into something else. This object then becomes multi-functional - an element I want to incorporate into my design. I want my space to be transformable and flexible. Additionally, throughout my design I want to be conscious of the environment and ensuring sustainability is another key part. The material used in creating origami structures is paper - a recyclable material, therefore very sustainable.
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KEYWORDS INTO CASE STUDY PART II
This is the second process of my concept development. My second case study has similarities to my first one, keeping this idea of ‘transformable design’ at the forefront. The second case study will be analysing origami.
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Model making allows for further experimentation of concepts and other ideas. For this, I combined the two previous case studies from and created a concept model that was fitting. I took the pull and push mechanism of the hoberman sphere and the process of origami to find a concept piece that represents the two.
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For my first concept model, I created an origami fortune teller, also known as cootie catcher or chatterbox. I created this using only one piece of square paper, I folded it several times to get the desired object. The origami piece is moveable using your fingers. The motion replicates the hoberman sphere - the push and pull mechanism. Closed form The toy (cootie catcher) is played by children, often written and drawn all over filled with fortunes, secrets and mysteries. The name ‘cootie’ comes from the Malay word ‘kutu’ which means ‘dog tick’. It was then westernised by British soldiers after World War I. It is said that the clamps on the cootie catcher were used to pinch germs up. The origami toy therefore, becomes versatile - purposeful for both children and adults.
It starts off closed, with four fingers meeting in the centre. Then
Vertically open
as you pull way vertically in opposite directions, it opens up. Then alternating the movement horizontally (shown in the third image) it opens the other direction. The fortune teller origami can open up further by opening its folded sides.
Horizontally open
HOW CAN I INCORPORATE THIS IN MY DESIGN?
Firstly, the versatility of the object is a key factor I would like to incorporate into my design. This can implemented through furniture e.g. beds that folds and turns into a desk etc. I also like the playfulness it has, creating fun out of something so simple. I want to utilise this element into my space - creating a fun environment for students.
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CONCEPT MODEL MAKING & TESTING PART I During my model making process, I captured each stage to identify the movement of my process. The steps of making the origami was also simple and fun.
THE MAKING PROCESS
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Once the origami model was complete, I combined the images of my processes together and traced my movements at each stage. I found that many of the steps were repeated constantly: folding, opening, rotating etc. As you can see from my markings on the image on the left, the movements are repeated. The arrows have a back and fourth motion, they seem to come back to the centre and then move out again. The motions almost becomes a routine - a consistent repetitive movement.
How might this relate to student accommodations & living? Everyone has a routine they follow that just becomes second nature to us. For most of us we do the same things everyday: we eat, sleep, work and Combining the processes and analysing the
repeat. This is definitely the case nowadays during
movement at each stage.
a pandemic. Social interaction has become limited, therefore also limiting the changes in our routine.
How can I incorporate my findings into my design? Understanding the movement in my processes and relating that to our everyday routine, has enabled me to question: how can I create an environment that makes these simple, mundane routines more fun and less repetitive. Especially during a pandemic, everything blurs into one. People may have become separated and enclosed in spaces, but these spaces have merged into one. For example, a bedroom where we would sleep, also, becomes a place where we work and eat. I need to challenge these ideas and think of new ways I can adapt spaces so, they can accommodate for all the different uses.
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CONCEPT PRECEDENT STUDIES Using my concept to research and look into pre-existing transformable and adaptable design that have been incorporated into architecture, interiors and product design.
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ZOKU HOTEL AMSTERDAM By: Dutch studio Concrete
“As space is becoming scarcer in urban areas, the way we use it sustainably to meet long-term accommodation requirements is more and more relevant.” - Concrete Architects
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This first case study represents flexible, compact living through the use of transformable design. For example, the hotel suite was designed to create micro-apartments giving occupants more space and flexibility (similar to Unite d’Habitation by, Le Corbusier). The apartment is open-plan with a mezzanine level. On the ground floor you have; the living area, dining and kitchen, under-bed offices are also incorporated. The bedroom is on the mezzanine level accessed using the retractable staircase. There are also cubbyholes below the staircase for storage.
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN? Having looked at this case study, it has sparked ideas that I could incorporate into my design. For example, adding a mezzanine floor would allow more floor space for occupants but, it would also allow opportunity to add additional spaces underneath for
Sustainability was a vital part of the design. For
storage or even an under-bed office similar to their
instance, using smart solutions e.g. constructing
design in this case study. Additionally, I really liked
vertically and making use of compact living means
their approach of sustainable design by creating
there is less use of square metres. Additionally,
smart solutions of compact living and the use
designers ensured sustainable materials were used.
materiality. These are elements I would like to include
For example bamboo for partition screens, dining
in my design as I think it is very relevant to my site,
table tops, flooring etc.
manifesto and overall design proposal.
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This second precedent study uses a similar process to my origami concept. The designers have utilised wooden materials to create partitions and fold-able furniture that can easily be folded away when not in use. The space was divided into segments occupying different uses. The aim of the design was to create a flexible space. By integrating a series of fold-down and sliding devices it allowed the user to adapt the space to their needs.
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN?
The theme of the design has similarities to Japanese
The use of fold-able and sliding compartments is
architecture by using translucent screens that are light
cleverly used to create a more spacious space for the
and easy to move. Additionally, the architects have
user. This is something that I would like to use in my
described the space as having a similar configuration
own design. I want my users (students) to have enough
to “the black box in a theatre: a stage that can alter the
space and storage without having anything fixed. I like
domestic setting with simple operations that turn on
the idea of versatility and the user having control of
house into many.”
how they live and occupy the space. However, with this particular design created by Elii Architects, the only
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Just like origami, this precedent study uses minimal
downfall is that students might not want to constantly
materials that transform into multiple things/uses.
foldaway their things if they are working and want
Moreover, the design process can be replicated and
to get back to it. Additionally, it might get confusing
used again throughout the space. For example, the
for students to figure out the folding mechanisms.
batons of the wood help support the screens and this is
Therefore, I think using elements of this precedent is
replicated throughout.
good but, I wouldn’t make the whole space fold-able.
COMPACT APARTMENT MADRID By: Elii Architects
“How can you get a multitude of spaces out of only one?” - Elii Architects
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This room was designed and carefully configured for an artist. The aim was to create a studio with all the facilities and equipment the user would possibly need. For example, the studio included, two desks, 36 drawers, modular storage compartments, pegboard display wall and a folding bed. The space was multi-functional - both for living and working. A similar design to what I want to incorporate into my own
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN? This precedent study is very relevant to my design as it focuses on creating a multi-purpose space for an artist. The designers have ensured they have understood the user’s needs (similar to what I’ve been doing by conducting questionnaires). They have managed to design a room
proposal.
that has enough space and storage. Additionally, lighting
To ensure space reflected the user needs, the designers had
with blinds and curtains that the artist can easily adjust
to understand the user. They found that the artist “creates and collects a range of art pieces, most are 2D but also some small sculptures, books and old materials.” Therefore, it was vital to include different storage units, varying in size to keep various
has also been carefully thought of by adding big windows to their liking. The main part that I really like and will be incorporating into my design is the range of storage units they have included. All the units vary in size and are colour coded which I think is a very clever design.
things. These storage units were also used for the artists’ tools and materials. In order to minimise confusion, the designers colour coded each drawer, so it made it easier for the user to locate their belongings. A fold-able bed has been incorporated and can easily be folded away. The use of materials in this project is similar to the previous precedent studies. This project uses lightweight birch for the furniture and flooring. The material works well within the room, giving it a natural, organic and light aesthetic.
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This first example of transformable furniture design was created by two architects based in Bucharest, Romania. The dining table can be folded out and back into the wall when not in use. It takes on this folding element from origami. Again the materials used are similar to previous case studies. Using some form of wood seems to be a popular when designing versatile spaces and furniture.
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN? Folding furniture seems to be popular strategy to create more room in a space. I could utilise this feature when designing the communal and/or recreational spaces.
This example was designed by Japanese designer Yumi Yoshida inspired by origami. Yoshida created a mat that can be folded into a two-seat sofa as well as a flat sheet mat that users can lie on. The Origami sofa has a series of upholstery panels in between two other layers of fabric. “Each of the pieces are separated by a fold allowing the segments to be manipulated into a self-supporting seat.” The colours on the mat also replicates the paper used to make origami.
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN? This precedent study has a fun element to it which I want to include into my design. It also uses a different material (fabric) compared to the other precedent studies. The material gives it a softer and warmer feel in comparison to the wooden materials used previously.
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PRODUCT DESIGN TRANSFORMABLE FURNITURE Image 1: Folding table by Rosu Ciocodeica & Attila Kim Image 2: Origami sofa by Yumi Yoshida
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CONCEPT SKETCHING & TESTING I took inspiration from the user journey diagram I have previously curated. I took its shapes and compositions to sketch a few conceptual ideas.
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1. Rough overlay sketch of user journey I retraced my user journey as I wanted to understand the shape and formation of the different routines from students to further my concept.
2. Sectional trace of user journey I took a section of the sketch and looked at how each curve meet and almost become layered.
4. Concept into section Moving on from plan, I then developed it into section. This was so I can understand the aspect of layering and how each space is juxtaposed in the building.
5. Concept into isometric This drawing shows how the different spaces could be placed using the layering conceptual idea from the user journey.
Fold-able
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3. Concept into plan I then drew the curved layered shapes into plan, testing and analysing how the space could be configured. I also tried to incorporate aspects transformable design using fold-able furniture and compact living through the layering.
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Stage 1: Rough sketching
Stage 2: Refined drawings
Stage 3: Model making
Private
The concept development: sketching, into refined drawings and then model making to understand the spatial structures and how things can be placed.
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Different stages of concept development through sketching, refined drawings and modelling the volumes of spaces.
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I wanted to analyse which parts of the building would get the most light. The part that got the most is the inner parts of the courtyard as shown. This is because I want the private rooms to get the most natural lighting, as it has many health benefits.
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The First floor: potentially extending the ceiling of the ground floor to give the rooms a double height ceiling. This will allow a mezzanine floor for sleeping.
Ground floor - split into private and public spaces. One half public: this will consist of study spaces, chill out areas communal areas.
Ground floor: The other will be private. These private spaces will be students living spaces.
Lower ground floor: consists of two spaces that can be developed into an exhibition space allowing students to showcase their work.
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CONCEPT MODEL MAKING & TESTING PART II After having sketched conceptual ideas, I thought of developing it further by creating a three dimensional model of the different tiers of the Roundhouse.
REFLECTION WHAT WENT WELL... Testing and modelling using a layering style enabled me to start to visualise the different spaces I would need and how they could work on top of each other.
WHAT DIDN’T GO WELL... I found testing possible spatial arrangements quite difficult as, working on a grade listed circular building had many limits for my design proposal.
WHAT’S NEXT... Instead, I will be taking a micro approach focusing on what will be needed within the space e.g. furniture, rather than taking a macro process.
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PRIMARY DESIGN RESEARCH The first step into taking a micro design process is by looking at my own living/ work space. I asked myself the following questions: 1.
What do I need?
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What do I use?
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Does it allow me to do my day-to-day tasks?
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Is it comfortable?
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Is it spacious?
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Is there enough storage?
OVERALL ANALYSIS The room size is fairly spacious and has all the necessities any student would need; a bed, desk, storage space and even a basin. However, the comfort of the seat and sizing of the desk isn’t compatible with the degree I’m doing. Additionally, having a room where I work and sleep hasn’t been very beneficial productivity levels become lower. This is why plants have been added, as they help with productivity and cleaner air. The essentials that have benefited my work flow are: 1.
Plants
2.
Notice Board
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Plug sockets
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A desk
These are ones I will ensure to keep in mind when designing the rooms and furniture.
3. PLANTS
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN? Looking at my own living arrangements and understanding my own experiences in my surroundings will allow me to create design solutions to improve the rooms, living, and working environments for students.
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1. NOTICE BOARD
2. PLUG SOCKETS
4. POLISHED BIRCH WOOD DESK
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1. Measure Own Room The first thing I did was measure my room and understand how much space I have and will need for furniture. I also, focused on the two pieces of furniture that were essential: a bed and a desk.
Curved desk more free flowing and allowing more room to work.
PLAN VIEW
PLAN VIEW
Rectangular desk
Stairs
Adjustable desk giving students that flexibility to transform their space.
2. Development One I looked into what I had and thought “how could I make more room but still have the two essential items?” I decided to put it on top of each other; have the bed on top and the desk underneath - a bunk bed.
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SECTION
SECTION
Bed on top
Arched doorway adding the curvature replicating the site.
3. Development Two The next development was to move away from linear forms and have shapes that were more free flowing and curved, so it related to the site as well as, the users.
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WHAT WENT WELL.... •
Allows for more space in the room.
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Transformable design - allowing users to take control and adjust their spaces to their needs.
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Challenges the norm of design by looking at different forms and shapes.
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Takes the users needs into consideration.
WHAT CAN BE IMPROVED... •
The composition of compartments can be improved and rearranged.
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Ensuring there is enough headroom for the user on the top bunk.
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Adding storage units.
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Do they have to work in their rooms? Is there another space for students to be able to work?
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Challenge desk design more, could I incorporate the desk into the bunk bed, so it becomes a feature within it.
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WHAT WENT WELL.... •
Allows for more space in the room.
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Transformable design - allowing users to take control and adjust their spaces to their needs.
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Has more storage units.
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Utilises each compartment e.g. multifunctional stairs with shelving.
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Incorporates a desk within the bunk bed therefore, challenging design.
WHAT CAN BE IMPROVED... •
Where there is storage underneath the bed, there is some negative space that can be re-evaluated and made useful.
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Could I add another bunk underneath so, more users can use the space?
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Aesthetically, I could look into a more exciting and modern design. Could I stain the woods a certain way? Or, I could add additional features e.g. lighting, cork board/ noticeboards, plug sockets etc?
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The bespoke bedding didn’t fully fit within the site due to its curved form. I need to look into ways I can adjust it to fit the buildings shape.
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Bunk bed & Stairs
Stairs
Mattresses
Bed frame with under storage drawers
Bed Frame
Plan view of bunk bed showing the top bunk
Stairs
Bunk bed balustrade
Storage
Pull out desk Pull out desk
Wardrobe Drawers
Design Idea 1
Design Idea 2
Side Elevation
Front Elevation
Plant view: Bunk bed & Stairs with hidden storage underneath.
Plant view: Bunk bed & Stairs with hidden storage and desk underneath.
Stairs with shelving on the side and drawers.
Showing stairs, drawers, wardrobe and pull out desk.
Axonometric View
Rendered Axonometric View
Showing all the compartments together: The bed frame, stairs, shelving, drawers, wardrobe and pull out desk.
Showing materiality: Ash wood, with drawers and doors stained in a off-white colour.
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Plan View
Front Elevation
Rendered Axonometric
Bunk bed & Stairs with hidden storage and bottom bunk shown.
Showing bunk bed, stairs, hidden storage compartments, balustrade, cork board and panelling.
Showing bunk bed rendered. Materials to be used: Ash wood stained and treated appropriately. Cork board with added lighting.
Wooden panelling adds more texture and detail. Cork board to be nailed into panels.
Mattress
Balustrade in strips - adds to the transparency. Allows others to still communicate with one another.
Stairs biscuit joined and nailed on top of another. Shelving and drawers are added.
Wooden block with built in shelving.
Wooden panelling adds more texture and detail. Cork board to be nailed into panels.
Exploded Axonometric Shows how all the individual parts are connected.
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Timber bed base with drawers underneath.
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WHAT WENT WELL.... •
Allows for more space in the room.
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Transformable design - allowing users to take control and adjust their spaces to their needs.
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Has enough storage units for art and design students.
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Utilises each compartment e.g. multifunctional stairs with shelving.
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Cork boards allows users to personalise their space.
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Panelling adds more texture and detail to the overall aesthetic.
WHAT CAN BE IMPROVED... •
Although, the bunk bed itself is easy to put together using biscuit jointing and then screwing nails and bolts to parts that need to be fully secured. However, in future I can consider how the bunk bed can be flat packed, similar to IKEA (build it your own).
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5.8 SPATIAL DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PART I
ROUGH PROPOSED SPATIAL LAYOUT Once the bespoke beds were created, I tested placing them into my site. I thought it would give me a better understanding of how I could spatially configure my rooms so they fit around the bespoke beds. I came across a few other issues...
ISSUE 1: The proposed internal partition walls still need
ISSUE 4:
revisiting, as they don’t fully
These large windows along
curve with the building.
this side of the building will mean the rooms will have a lot of unnecessary lighting. I plan to decrease the sizes so the rooms have the appropriate amount of natural lighting. The windows were also recently added so, would not harm the
ISSUE 2:
existing site.
The first idea was to use development one, add it into the site and. I stretched the linear shape of the bunk bed so it would fit the buildings curvature form. This posed a few issues. For example, it would be time consuming and costly to design, model and fit each and every bed to each shape of the room.
ISSUE 3: The second idea was to use development two of the bunk beds and arrange it accordingly to the room and then add wooden boarding closing any gaps.
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SPATIAL DESIGN DEVELOPMENT SPATIAL ARRANGEMENT OF ROOMS/ BEDS PART I (DRAWINGS NOT TO SCALE)
WHAT WENT WELL.... •
Testing and placing the beds into plan, gives a better understanding of how they would work in the site.
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Creating rooms that are adjacent to each other, rather than having a linear corridor challenges stereotypical student accommodations.
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Identifying these key issues will allow me to improve the spatial arrangement as well as the configuration of the bespoke bedding.
WHAT CAN BE IMPROVED... •
The walls need adjusting so they are curved and the walls that are straight will need a centre point.
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I need to revisit the spatial arrangement of the bedding within the individual bedrooms.
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Windows will need to be decreased in size and replaced.
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I will need to redesign the bunk bed so it fits within the room. This can be by adding additional wooden boarding around the gaps.
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During this design process I also, found there would be about 10 bedrooms, consequently only 10 students would be able to stay in the student accommodation. This will become costly to run, therefore I would have to adjust it from long term to short term stays and re-design the bunk beds for a bottom bunk.
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AUSTIN HOSTEL TEXAS By: Un.Box Studio
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Un.Box Studio, an American firm have transformed a two-story historical building into a high-end hostel with a bar & kitchen. The building dates back to the 1890s and it was neglected until recently. The designers have utilised its existing structures and exposed the buildings materials. The interior showcases a very industrial look with the exposed bricks, piping and wooden flooring. The overall colour scheme and furnishing naturally reflects the style in Texas. This project has similarities to my own as it utilises a historic building and reuses its materials as part of the overall design. The hostel encourages people to want to visit, stay and socialise with others. Although hostels are short term accommodations, they are often a cheaper, more livelier place than hotels. Often in hostels people are encouraged to mix with strangers and you never really know who you’ll stay with - this is the fun and exciting part about hostels.
HOW WILL THIS INFLUENCE MY DESIGN? My design project is focused on bringing people together, encouraging socialisation and interaction between students from different cultural groups. Hostels are great way to do this. As my site is much smaller there isn’t much space to add many rooms for long term stays. Therefore, creating a student hub where students can stay short term will be more beneficial. I love how this hostel in Texas has utilised the existing structures and materiality of the site to create an aesthetic that feels a lot like home.
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5.8 SPATIAL DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PART III
LOWER GROUND FLOOR SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT I This first spatial development consists of, the kitchen area boxed off at the back of the café. Seating at the front as well as, my concept of fold-able tables and seating fixed onto the wall.
Fold-able table & bench Kitchen
LOWER GROUND FLOOR SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT II The second spatial development shows the fold-able tables removed for more seating. The fold-able tables take up a lot of room when they are pulled out and don't fully work with the angle of the space.
Seating added on the sides and middle.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT III The final spatial development shows the middle seats and the kitchen at the back of the café removed. Instead I have designed a bespoke mobile counter with built in shelving at the back for extra storage. This takes my transformable / flexible design concept, while still considering the space. Additionally, outdoor seating have been included.
Bespoke mobile counter
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WHAT WENT WELL.... •
Testing the different spatial arrangements and questioning the user needs/ experience allowed me to improve the arrangement of my space as well as, the appropriate circulation.
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Although the fold-able tables and bench didn't work because of the size/ angle of the space, it enabled me to go above and beyond. I then designed a bespoke counter that is mobile and can be used as a bar in the evening - creating a transformable space.
WHAT CAN BE IMPROVED... •
In future, I can go further and look at how I can incorporate my concept within the circulation. Instead, I can look at arranging the counter in the middle and the seating surrounding it to create a middle hub.
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WHAT WENT WELL.... •
Having tested and adjusted the configuration of furniture and spaces I think this arrangement works very well. It takes the building's existing structures into account and limits any damage to the existing material.
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The bunk beds work well within the rooms and show how small spaces can be utilised.
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I have also, considered the courtyard and how it can be a space for users to sit, relax and socialise. It creates a feeling of community.
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All rooms are identical ensuring all users have an equal experience.
WHAT CAN BE IMPROVED... •
In future I can look at how the circulation works within each flat. More specifically, looking at the corridors and how I can make the user journey more exciting.
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With both the East and West the arrangement of spaces could have been challenged - again looking at making the user journey more exciting.
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Room sleeps two people. The bedrooms and other spaces have been adjusted and the bunk beds are positioned against partition walls.
Majority of rooms face the courtyard due the windows facing this way. This allows natural lighting to enter without having to harm the existing structure. Additionally, positioning the rooms towards the courtyard makes it more private.
Frosted glass have been added to allow more light to enter the hallway areas. The light will come through from the roof, through the first floor and into the upper ground floor.
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MATERIAL EXPLORATION TIMBER CHOICE EXPLAINED
DESIGN AIM: SUSTAINABILITY One of my key design drivers is sustainability: reduce consumption of non-renewable resources, minimise any waste and overall create a comfortable, healthy environment for its users. Throughout my design process I have considered the specific materials, finishes, furniture and how products are joined to decrease material waste.
MATERIAL CHOICE 1: TIMBER WHY TIMBER? Timber is a popular choice of material within construction and design due to its sustainable; versatile, flexible, robust and low cost benefits. •
Ecological : Timber is the most sustainable material as it is a carbon-neutral building resource, therefore reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, it surplus and renewable - trees can be re-planted.
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Economical : Wood is cheap to source and produce into timber as it uses less energy.
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Practical: Timber is highly versatile and flexible. This allows designers to create things more innovative with
OVERALL TIMBER CHOICE...
After researching and analysing the pros and costs of the three types of wood, I have chosen to go with oak as it has more pros and is best suited for my project. Its strength, durability and resistance to both water and fire are most beneficial for a short stay student accommodation. I have chosen to go with English oak as it grows in the UK and is easier to source. Additionally, its natural finish is better suited aesthetically for my design scheme. Lastly, I wanted to make the student accommodation more traditional and reflecting the site's existing aesthetics, therefore oak is better suited for this.
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Ash
Oak
Birch Plywood
About:
About:
About:
Ash wood grows throughout
Oak is a tree shrub found in the
Birch wood is a thin-leaved
Cambodia Europe, North America,
genus Quercus of the beech family.
deciduous hardwood tree of
East Asia and Southeast Asia.
It grows in the northern hemisphere.
the genus Betula. They grow in
Its appearance tends to be of a pale
There are a wide variety of oak wood.
temperate or boreal climates, native to north-eastern Europe.
grey/ yellowish-white.
Pros: Pros: • •
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Ash wood is hard and strong. It is easily sourced, making
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them cost efficient. •
They are flexible, making it easier to bend and mould into shapes.
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Shock resistance - best
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Easy to maintain compared to
Pros:
wood tougher and stronger.
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•
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cross-banded layers. This
and can withstand water and
means it can be moulded and
moisture.
warped than other plywoods.
Versatile: Easy to glue together,
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plywood has a smooth, pale finish. The wood doesn't need
easy to source.
much treatment.
Water resistant: Compared to •
trees grow rapidly which means
Fire resistance: Higher fire
there is minimal destruction.
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wood.
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wood which means it can
Cons:
be difficult to polish and add
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finishes as it can soak into the
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Heavy: This can make it difficult
Cons:
to work with and move.
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Finishes and stains may
Colour changes: Over time
produce inaccurate results.
Poor stability : ash wood has
oak tends to go darker - taking
Darker stains do not adsorb
bendable properties, therefore
amber tones. The colours can
into birch and can result in
if any moisture gets in it can
be affected due to exposure to
cause it to bend further.
oxygen and UV light, but this
Easy to split: screws and nails can split the wood.
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Safe: Smooth finish, no cracks or splinters.
found on the surface of ash
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Environmentally friendly: birch
resistant and remains durable. resistance compared to other
wood.
Elegant aesthetics: birch
range of oak types, it makes it
Cons: Open grain - open holes are
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Availability: Due to a large
other wood, oak is more water
other hardwood.
Strong and stable due to its
Durable: It has a long life span
takes finishes and stains well.
suited for flooring and roof construction.
High density: Will make the
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blotching. •
Birch is considered a perishable
change tends to happen slowly.
wood resource that can rot
Tannic Acid: The wood contains
and decay when exposed to
Flammable: ash wood is more
tannic acid which can in turn
flammable than other types of
make metal nails and screws
wood.
rust or become discoloured.
weather. •
Can be delicate to work with, as it is thin.
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Chrome wall lights added and screwed into wooden plank boards.
Built in shelving - darker stain on oak.
Steps bolted together for stability.
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Stained dark grey/black on edges of drawers to add a sleeker look.
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DEVELOPMENT REVISITED... After having researched into different types of wood, I have decided to change my bunk bed wood material to oak as it is more durable, stable and better suited for its purpose. I have also, added a dark grey/ black accent colour on the drawer edges, stairs, balustrade and built in shelving. This gives the product a sleeker look. A cork board has been added, so students can pin up their work and/or add some personalisation to the space. Lastly, lighting was also incorporated to both bunks if students are wanting to read at night and for practical reasons e.g. they don' t have to keep coming up and down to switch the lights on and off.
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MY DESIGN AIM: SUSTAINABILITY & DESIGNING FOR THE PEOPLE Both of these are key factors that have been heavily considered throughout my design process. Transformable design is one of my key drivers - allowing users to have the flexibility and control within their built environment. Additionally sustainability plays a key part when it comes to designing for the people as, their environments will need to have good quality air, products are ergonomic and suitable for the users needs.
WHY CHOSE THESE SUPPLIERS? •
My design visions are very similar to their aims and objectives - designing for the people. Therefore, products are more likely to be ergonomic and comfortable for users.
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Secondly, I am focusing on sustainable design similar to these suppliers. They also focus on creating long-lasting products that minimise environmental impact, such as recycling materials, ensuring wood materials are FSC certified and comply with international standards.
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The furniture are simplistic and fit with the overall aesthetics I want to create in my spaces. Additionally, they are also versatile and can be used in different environments.
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The fabrics from Camira are both fire and water resistant. They are also easy to maintain which is ideal for a student accommodation.
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Amtico and Interface flooring specialise in LVT flooring which is the type of flooring I will be incorporating in my design as it's easy to maintain, replace and cut especially when working with a round building.
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All apart from HAY are based in the UK, making transporting and communication a lot easier.
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TECHNICAL EXPLANATION WALL TO FLOOR DETAILING
WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT? Understanding how the wall and floor are connected is an essential part of the design process. It allows for better communication when designers have some understanding of how it is all put together.
FOR THE WALL:
FOR THE FLOOR:
I have chosen a timber frame stud wall
Levelling screed will be spread
with insulation in between battens
throughout, then LVT flooring will be
and layerings of plasterboard (used
laid (each intallation process will differ
for insulation & thermal effiency) and
slightly depending on the manufactuer).
finishing with plaster paint (using my
Lastly, paruqet skirting is placed to create
chosen wall paint finish).
a finish look.
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PREPARTION FOR THE FLOORING: Before any flooring is laid, there are a few preparation processes to follow (these can be accessed on the manufacturer's website). For this, I will be using Amtico flooring's preparation process as an example: •
Before tiles can be placed, the exisiting flooring whether that be concrete, sand or cement has to be dry. In doing so, it limits any moisture rising and creating bumps in the flooring.
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Existing subfloor must be thorougly cleaned of any wax, paint etc.
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The floor must be hard, smooth, levelled properly from any cracks.
The next preperation process is to level and smooth the subfloor. The choice of levelling screed will determine the LVT's durability and appearance. Once all of this is done the LVT flooring can then be placed. This part of the process will be lead by the manufacturers.
REFLECTION....
Reasearching the processes of how materials are constructed and assembled allows me to have a better understanding of how all the different components work together. Most importantly, ensuring that I take initiative to research into the manufactuers I specify and their preparation processes beforehand. In doing this, I can then guarentee the finishes are installed properly.
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MATERIALS BOARD AN OVERVIEW OF OVERALL MATERIALS WITHIN MY SPACE
1. Amtico Flooring Fawn oak in large parquet. The light LVT wooden flooring, adds warmth and lightens the space.
8. Camira Fabrics Carlow (CLW13) - a shade of dark turquoise adds a nice contrast from the warmer tones. Room 2A - Bedroom for two
2. Oak Timber Beams stained in a dark oak colour. Doors in English oak wood. The dark colour creates a contrast from the walls and flooring.
3. Westex Flooring Hardwick carpet from Westex flooring. Carpet to be placed in bedrooms. Carpet gives the room more warmth, comfort and feelings of home.
4. Existing Brick Work The existing brick work has been preserved and to be cleaned and treated appropriately. It adds an industrial look while also, giving the space more character.
9. Kvadrat Fabrics Kvadrat canvas 2 (0244) - neutral, warm upholstery to cover most furniture in the flats.
10. Camira Fabrics Carlow (CLW24) - a warm white shade of upholstery. Creates a clean warm look.
Bespoke Bunk Bed
Potted Plants/ Greenery Adds a natural element into the space, as well as increasing productivity and cleaner air.
Living / Kitchen Area
5. Lick Wall Paint Grey 02 - adds a cooler tone to the space. But still light enough to keep the space bright.
6. Lick Wall Paint White 01 - majority of rooms will be painted this colour to create a bright, clean and warm space.
Study Area
7. Lick Wall Paint White 04 - still keeping the light tones but adding more depth in certain areas to add more character.
Café/ Bar Space
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THE STUDENT HUB APP The app makes it easy to book stays with three quick easy steps...
1. Add Personal Information
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2. Pick Room Type
3. Pick A Date & Time
APP DESIGN THE STUDENT HUB
THE REASON FOR AN APP... Having an app where users can easily book online makes the booking process quick and hassle-free. It's the most practical design solution for booking, cancelling and rearranging. Additionally, there is an option to leave reviews which is a useful way others can view whether it's worth while. With this in mind, staff are also able to improve if any negative reviews are made.
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