Common Collective - CAPSTONE 2025

COMMON COLLECTIVE

CAPSTONE 2025 LINDSEY SAWYER

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PROBLEM STATEMENT:

PROJECT STATEMENT:

Architecture and interiors have historically been vessels for human interaction, both intentionally and unintentionally. Yet, public spaces and third spaces are facing struggles such as privatization and underutilization. Third spaces like coffee shops, parks, and are vitally important for social wellbeing. The term social well-being describes the “building and maintaining healthy relationships and having meaningful, authentic interactions with others”(“What is Social Wellbeing”). Social connections are a fundamental human need and impact our mental and physical health. Several recent studies conclude that social wellbeing is degrading, leading to negative health outcomes. The former US Surgeon General used the term “loneliness epidemic” to describe the concerning rise in social isolation in America (“Epidemic of Loneliness” 3). Now, more than ever, there is untapped potential for third spaces to evolve and intentionally address social wellbeing, not just passive interaction.

With third spaces already playing an important role in daily life, there is opportunity for a new type of third space that focuses on social wellbeing. The project will respond to the basic human need for social connections and support just when we need it the most. The goal is to foster meaningful interactions and help build social support network through strategic activation. Designed with a wide range of age groups, abilities, and interests in mind, the space will attract a diverse set of users through low-cost group activities and events. The third space will explore strategies to create a sense of place that incorporates the local identity so the community feels that they belong. Adaptable programming and furniture lets the space flex over time and according to the users’ needs.

Through research-driven strategies, this project aims to be a vessel for collective well-being, strengthened by community engagement and strategic programming.

WHY SHOULD INTERIOR DESIGN ADDRESS SOCIAL WELLBEING IN THIRD SPACES?

HOW CAN A THIRD PLACE BE INTENTIONALLY DESIGNED TO ADDRESS SOCIAL WELLBEING?

The three Vital Components of Social Connection

UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL WELLBEING CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW The extent to which an individual is socially connected depends on multiple factors, including:

THIRD PLACES & SOCIAL WELLBEING

SOCIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

Structure the number of variety of relationships and frequency of interactions Examples Function the degree to which relationships serve various needs Household size Quality The positive and Friend circle size Examples negative aspects of Martial/partnership status Emotional support relationships and Mentorship interactions Support in a crisis

Examples Relationship satisfaction Relationship strain Social inclusion or exclusion

Figure 1: Social Connection Chart

Figure 2: Maggies Center - Leeds, UK

1. Social wellbeing is the “building and maintaining healthy relationships and having meaningful, authentic interactions with others” (“What is Social Wellbeing”).

Source Hot-Lunstad J. Why Social Relationships Are Important for Physical Health: A Systems Approach to Understanding and odifying Risk and Protection.

Annu Rev Psychol.2018;69:437-438

FIGURE 1: The Three Vital Components of Social Connection

Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community

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2. Key factors: number & quality of relationships, level of involvement, formal vs informal relationships, and the network or structural web of relationshops (Umberson and Montez 1).

3. Humans are biological social beings.

4. Social wellbeing is a major factor in overall health as it effects physical and emotional health. Studies find that strong social wellbeing can improve lifespan, prevent and/or improve disease, and even strengthen the immune system (Umberson and Montez 2). Social support, the positive emotional quality of relationships, is shown to improve mental health by reducing the effects of stress and establishing a sense of meaning and belonging in life (Umberson and Montez 3).

5. Epidemic of Loneliness report: social isolation, loneliness, and general social disconnect are rising. Meaningful social connection is decreasing, social networks are getting smaller, and community participation is declining (12-15). Certain demographics are more at-risk. Both older adults (65+) and young adults (18-34) report high levels of social isolation (19).

Groups that experience discrimination or marginalization (ethnic/racial minorities, LGBTQ+, etc.) have disproportionate levels of social isolation (19). The report’s findings are concerning and show a need for action.

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RESEARCH OVERVIEW

1. Out of 10 people surveyed, 9 reported using third places weekly. 6 people used third places daily. Third places, inbetween home, work, and school, are the casual, communal environments ranging from coffee shops to mueseums to churches.

1. A broad term referring to the conscious design of a space to benefit society, but is often used to describe designs that focus on shaping and improving human interaction and social networks. The concept isn’t concretely defined, but provides a range of guidelines.

2. Architecture and interiors of public spaces have historically been vehicles for social interaction. Public spaces have evolved over time but they still serve the same purpose, they are the background for many of life’s activities from the mundane to the special.

2. Guidelines: Social Inclusivity, Social Identity, Community, and Long-term Sustainability (Ramos). Inclusion is a requirement for a public space as it needs to account for all users within a society and how they interact with the built environment. People need to connect with a space and feel that it is theirs, collectively, to create its Social Identity. This identity relates to how well the space facilitates Community by providing a shared space for mingling and gathering. Society changes over time meaning social spaces must be adaptable to continue to meet the community’s needs and have Longterm Sustainability.

3. Research shows that “design qualities of a [third] place… have the potential to increase social interaction, the integration of diverse people, [and] social support…” (Peavey 7).

6. Guidelines to address social wellbeing: Accessibility, Choice, Human Scale, Nature, Sense of Place, and Activation (Peavey 9). Accessibility goes beyond physical accessibility and includes safety, inclusion, affordability, and comfort. Choice means variety, flexibility, and personal control to support a wide range of users and activities. Human scale prioritizes the proportion of the human body and the sensory experience of a user. Nature is about our connection to nature or biophilia.

Sense of place is created by allowing the local community to imbue meaning and identity. Activation is the programming of a space; the activities that can foster connection.

3. Spatial design for Third Places: Transparency & Visibility, Ease of Circulation, Differentiation of Spaces, Flexible Layouts, Proxemics & Human-scale, Transition Space, Comfort, Local Identity, Multi-use Program, Universal Design, and Biophilic and Sensory Design.

4. Emphasis on encouraging positive behaviors and perceptions through spatial design and user experience.

ACTIVATION Activation is the programming of a space; the activities that can foster connection. Ideally, these activities attract diverse people who are seeking recreation, entertainment, or just a break from the ordinary. Things that make people want to linger or spark conversation such as special events or art displays go beyond passive interaction. Social connection needs to be actively supported.

COMMUNITY The people are what activate the space, without them it will not fullfill its goal of collective well-being through improving social connection. A successful third-space engages with the community through programming, aesthetic, function, and inclusion. Combining a bottom-up view of the community with the top-down view of a designer creates a more informed and relevant design. The design needs to be a vessel for the communities activation.

HUMAN SCALE Within a large social space it is important to remember ergonomics and proxemics so that users feel comfortable and safe. Enclosure and elements that create smaller, intimate areas promote safety and relaxation. Detailing and interest elements at eye-level are easier to view and promote a sense of scale, brining the focus back to the user experience.

RESEARCH - DESIGN PRINCIPLES DEFINITIONS

SENSE OF PLACE

D E F I N I T I O N S

A space for the community needs to reflect the unique and diverse character of the community. Including the community in the planning and designing of the space ensures their voice is present in the space. When the identity of a third-space reflects the users they feel a greater sense of belonging and emotional connection to the space and one another. This helps ensure the design meets the needs of the users and has a sustained use.

ADAPTABILITY When a space provides variety, flexibility, and choice in how its used, there is a wider range of activities and users that can inhabit the space. Giving more control over how the space functions allows the community to use it however they need. It can also reach a broader spectrum of individual preferences and needs.

INCLUSION A space that is accessible and inclusive is vital for any public space. Beyond ADA requirements, inclusion accounts for the comfort, safety, and engagement of all users. Principles of Adaptability, Sense of Place, and Human Scale help to create a space for the unique needs of the community.

Guidelines based on the report “Connecting IRL: How the Built Environment can Foster Social Connection” by Erin Peavey.

G O A L S & O B J E C T I V E S 6

PROMOTE THE IDEA OF COLLECTIVE WELL-BEING

to strengthen social support networks

• Group-based program & layouts

ACTIVATION

• Educational elements on social wellbeing

SENSE OF PLACE

FOSTER A SENSE OF BELONGING & COMMUNITY

PROVIDE AN ADAPTABLE SPACE

to address social disconnect & loneliness

to let users activate & influence the space

• Incorporate local identity • User participation in design • Local art & installations

• Flexible furnishings & dividers

COMMUNITY

ADAPTABILITY

• Simple, modiafiable materials • Multi-function spaces/elements

HUMAN SCALE

SPARK JOY & PLAYFUL DISCOVERY

GUIDING FRAMEWORK

to create a meaningful & uplifting experience

• Interactive installations • Color, texture, graphics, form • Structured & unstructured activities

INCLUSION

D E S I G N P R I N C I P L E S

CHRIS - THE INTELLECTUAL AGE:

68

ROLE:

Retired History Teacher - Community Volunteer

LIVING:

House in Country Club with Partner & 2 Dogs

TRANSIT:

Vehicle

VALUES:

Community - Authenticity - Curiousity

HOBBIES: Community Events - Volunteering - Reading - Travel

10/10 PEOPLE SURVEYED REPORTED USING A THIRD SPACE REGULARLY (12X PER WEEK). RESTAURANTS, LIBRARIES, AND COFFEE SHOPS WERE THE MOST COMMON.

SURVEY QUESTIONS WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING IN THIRD SPACES? Attending events - Meeting friends for conversations - Monthly book clubs - Eat WHAT DO YOU DISLIKE WHEN USING A THIRD SPACE?

JASMINE - THE ARTIST

Uncomfortable seating that isn’t elderly friendly - Music or background noise being too loud - Poor sight lines or visibility FRUSTRATIONS • •

Feels slightly bored and disconnected after retiring Places downtown cater to younger population, not a lot of activities that encourage older adults to hang out

NEEDS - WANTS • • •

Space where he feels relaxed and comfortable to engage with others More places to promote volunteer and charitable work Values spaces with charm and history that don’t feel too modern

AGE:

16

ROLE:

Sophmore at Lincoln High School

LIVING:

Apartment in Near South - Mom & younger sibling

TRANSIT:

Public Transit - Walk - Bike

VALUES:

Friendship - Creativity - Joy

HOBBIES: Mixed Media Art - Reading - Photography SURVEY QUESTIONS WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING IN THIRD SPACES? Hang with friends - Photograph or sketch things that inspire me - Read or study - Eat WHAT DO YOU DISLIKE WHEN USING A THIRD SPACE? Uncomfortable spaces (furniture, lighting, noise) - Expensive activities or food - Uninspiring spaces (no color, art, etc.)

COMFORT, AFFORDABILITY, ACCESSIBILITY, AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE WERE THE TOP VALUED ATTRIBUTES OF A THIRD SPACE.

FRUSTRATIONS • • •

Hard to find safe, fun places to hangout outside of school and home Food and activities can be expensive downtown Most third spaces don’t have fun things to do for teens

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Comfortable, inviting space where friends want to hangout often Creative outlets, a place to work on art and share work with others Affordable activities and food

NEEDS - WANTS

USER PROFILES & SURVEYS

AISHA - THE EXPLORER AGE:

34

ROLE:

Marketing Manager - Remote 3 days/week

LIVING:

Apartment in Downtown - Lives Alone

TRANSIT:

Vehicle - Walk

VALUES:

Health - Personal Growth - Culture

HOBBIES: Yoga - Cooking - Crafts - Cultural/Community Events SURVEY QUESTIONS WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING IN THIRD SPACES?

SHARING A MEAL IS ONE OF THE MOST COMMON SOCIAL ACTIVITIES ACROSS GENERATIONS, DEMOGRAPHICS, AND CULTURES. OUT OF 10 PEOPLE SURVEYED, THEY ALL SAID THEY ATE A MEAL WITH SOMEONE AT LEAST 3X A WEEK.

Trying a new place everyday - Socializing or meeting people Attend events - Work - Eat WHAT DO YOU DISLIKE WHEN USING A THIRD SPACE?

CARLOS - THE ADVENTURER

Overly bright or sterile environments - Feeling out of place or uncomfortable - Overstimulation through noise or crowding FRUSTRATIONS • • •

Downtown has limited healthy, diet-specific food options Hard to meet people and make friends in a new city, feeling lonely Not a lot of healthy, affordable social activities for older adults

NEEDS - WANTS • •

Access to fresh, healthy meals and snacks Wants an inclusive, diverse spaces where she can meet new people and feel a sense of belonging

AGE:

21

ROLE:

UNL Student - Environmental Sciences

LIVING:

Apartment in Downtown - 3 Roomates

TRANSIT:

Public Transit - Walk - Bike

VALUES:

Connection - Excitement - Nature

HOBBIES: Outdoor Recreation - Guitar - Video Games SURVEY QUESTIONS WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING IN THIRD SPACES? Socialize with people - Hang with friends - Study - Eat WHAT DO YOU DISLIKE WHEN USING A THIRD SPACE? Spaces with limited connection to nature - Seating that can’t accommodate all group sizes - Lack of activities

OUT OF 10 PEOPLE SURVEYED, 9 SAID THEY WOULD ENJOY A SPACE WITH LOW-TECH ACTIVITIES SUCH AS BOARD GAMES, PARTY GAMES, CRAFTS, ETC.

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FRUSTRATIONS • • •

Often feels mentally drained from long study hours Hard to find spaces with activities that will interest the whole group Most third spaces feel very similar and kind of boring

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Wants a chill place to relax and recharge with his friends More variety in group activities downtown Likes interactive places that have natural elements or materials

NEEDS - WANTS

BUILDING HISTORY • • • • •

Magee’s Department Store Built in 1918 Berlinghof & Davis Architects Funtioned as a department store into the late 1900s Currently mixed-use, mostly retail and office space

Photo by Lindsey Sawyer

Figure 3: Magee Building 1929

BUILDING ANALYSIS

Photo by Lindsey Sawyer

Figure 4: Display at Magee’s 1949

Figure 5: Magee Building 2025

MAP LEGEND Site: 1201 O St 1 Block Radius Public Attractions Education Housing Restaurants/Coffee Shops Hospitality Bars - too many to count

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SITE • • • • •

Great urban condition on the corner of 12th & O St. Well recognized building Connection to SCC & parking garage through skywalks Decent landscaping & street benches Awning creates threshold condition

SITE CONTEXT

KEY Structural Grid Main Circulation Modifiable Conditions

OUT OF SCOPE

OUT OF SCOPE

Skybridge

Basement

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BUILDING ANALYSIS

First Floor

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Second Floor

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Third Floor

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PAINT BY NUMBER Each person gets a sheet and painting supplies. Each sheet is a piece of the larger mural, creating a collective piece of art.

ANONYMOUS CONVERSATION People are separated by dividers, so you can only hear each others voices. A list of conversation starters and ice breakers is provided to each person. A simple way to get to know strangers with a bit of mystery involved.

EVENTS/CLUBS Space for community-led events, local clubs, or company/ team building events.

CRAFT OF THE MONTH Whether its handmade jewelry, origami, custom decals, shoe painting, or floral arrangements, each month a new opportunity to create together.

MONTHLY FORUM Opportunity to discuss various topics in a safe, mediated discussion. Sharing struggles and lending support to others.

TREND OF THE MONTH Inspired by the random challenges and games that trend on social media. Fun and simple ways to connect for all ages.

PROGRAMMING

S O C I A L A C T I V I T I E S

PUZZLE OF THE MONTH A large jigsaw puzzle for anyone to work on with others or by themselves, demonstrating collaboration towards an end goal similar to the paint by number.

PARTY GAMES Charades, Pictionary, Mafia, Catchphrase, Telephone, etc.

Pick from a list or choose your own.

CHARITY OF THE MONTH Small charitable activities such as creating back-to-school kits, fleece tie blankets, or emergency kits for those in need.

FRIENDLY FEUD A simplified version of the popular game show. Led by the group with a preselected set of Q&A.

SPONTANEOUS ZONE Choose your own adventure. Board games, playing cards, legos, jenga, lincoln logs, kinetic sand etc.

SHARE A MEAL Eating together is one of the most fundamental and common social activities. Eat at the cafe next door.

*These activities will change over time. The goal is for the spatial design to adapt with the changes.

FLEX SEATING RECEPTION

FLEX SEATING

ACTIVITY 1

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

CUSTOM STAIR

CUSTOM STAIR

INSTALLATION

FLEX SEATING

INSTALLATION

CENTRAL

GAMES

STUDIO

STUDIO

STUDIO

CONVOS

STUDIO

INSTALLATIONS

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

ACTIVITY 2

LOUNGE

SPONTANEOUS ZONE

DEFINE THESE ACTIVITY ZONES

FLEX SEATING

STUDIO

STUDIO

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ACTIVITY 5

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ACTIVITY 4

SE G IN AT

PUZZLES

STUDIO

LOUNGE

LOUNGE

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ACTIVITY 3

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UP

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REWORK EXISTING CONDITIONS DISCUSSION ROOM

DINING

INSTALLATIONS

EXPAND RR

REMOVE SKYBRIDGE

MULTI-USE ROOM 4

SERVICE COUNTER

MULTI-USE ROOM 1

DINING

MULTI-USE ROOM 3

CAFE

FORUM KITCHEN

KITCHEN

MULTI-USE ROOM 2 DN

DN

*Not to scale

TO-GO RETAIL ITEMS Egress

First Floor

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PROCESS WORK

UP

UP

FL 2 N

*Not to scale

Second Floor

N

First Floor

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Second Floor

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JOURNEY MAP KEY:

E S S

Visualizing the way users will circulate and engage with the space. This revealed points of emphasis, circulation issues, and opportunities to create more intentional thresholds.

Average User/Group Cafe & Unpaid Only Forums/Events Only UP

Stopping Points

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S Start/End

UP

UP

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E

E S

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UP

First Floor

PRAGMATIC JOURNEY MAPS

N

UP

Second Floor

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RITUAL JOURNEY MAP: Visualizing the key moments and atmosphere of the space.

Emphasizing threshold, vertical circulation, and user activation.

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RITUAL JOURNEY MAP

SEMI-PUBLIC STRUCTURED

PAID ACTIVITIES

2ND FLOOR

FORUMS/EVENTS

VERTICAL CIRCULATION

UNPAID ACTIVITIES

1ST FLOOR

PROGRAM - SECTION DIAGRAM

CUSTOM STAIR

CAFE

PUBLIC UNSTRUCTURED

*Structured/Unstructured - referring to activities & interactions that are either more constructed or more spontaneous.

BAY 1

COMMUNITY

BAY 2

BAY 8

BAY 7

BAY 9

COMMUNITY

ADAPTABILITY

ADAPTABILITY

ACTIVATION/DISCOVERY

ACTIVATION/DISCOVERY

BAY 4

BAY 3

INCLUSION

BAY 10

BAY 11

INCLUSION DN

SENSE OF PLACE

SENSE OF PLACE

UP

BAY 5

HUMAN SCALE

BAY 6

BAY 12

BAY 13

HUMAN SCALE

UP

CORE/STAFF

UP

DN

CORE/STAFF

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THRESHOLD LOBBY

ACCESSIBILITY

THRESHOLD

LOBBY

ACCESSIBILITY

SENSE OF PLACE

SENSE OF PLACE

COMMUNITY

ACTIVATION

ADAPTABILITY

HUMAN SCALE CAFE

INCLUSION

INCLUSION

FORUM

ACTIVATION

SENSE OF PLACE

HUMAN SCALE DN

UP

First Floor

DN

N UP

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PROGRAM & PRINCIPLES DIAGRAM

Second Floor

N

Excluding the cafe & fixed elements, furniture/programming layouts are flexible and floor plans are showing one potential layout Level 1 1. Bay 1 - Open Lounge 2. Bay 2 - Party Games 3. Bay 3 - Open Studio 4. Reception & Storage 5. Bay 4 - Anonymous Convos 6. Community Bookshelf 7. Bay 5 - Puzzles 8. Multi-tenant Lobby 9. Staff Room 10. Men’s RR 11. Women’s RR 12. Magee’s Cafe

Custom Installatons & Art *following images capture potential concepts & ideas, not limited to these ideas

Main Entry

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Local & Collective Art Local art on display and/or collective art projects create a sense of place & community & demonstrate shared interests

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Level 2 13. Bay 6 - Activity Studio 14. Bay 7 - Activity Studio 15. Bay 8 - Activity Studio 16. Bay 9 - Activity Studio 17. Paid Activity Reception 18. Bay 10 - Open Lounge 19. Multi-tenat Lobby 20. Staff Room 21. Men’s RR 22. Women’s RR 23. Forum Space 24. Storage

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UP DN

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Cafe Entry

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KITCHEN SCOPE

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Interactive Tactile & visual experiences that encourage discovery & conversation in a playful way

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A First Floor

FLOOR PLANS - LEVEL 1 & 2

N

Second Floor

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A

Informational Sharing knowledge & experience for relevant social topics, including diverse backgrounds

RCP KEY: For the activity spaces, the use of suspended, woven rope ceiling elements act as grounding elements to anchor the flexible spaces, like a woven rug on the ceiling.

For the cafe, the vibrant coral color adds emphasis and warmth to the ceiling planes while a wood grid frames acoustic panels to mimic the checkered flooring of the dining space. Retro-industrial pendants emphasize the bartop, service counter, and banquet seating.

Main Entry

A

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Sisal Woven Rope Suspended Ceiling

XAL - BO 55 - Track Lighting - Custom Finish

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13’

10’

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B

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UP

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10’

UP

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Marset - Ihana Pendant - x3 150

10’

Painted Gyp in SW Olympus White

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13’ 10’

10’ 10’

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Painted Gyp in SW Rejuvenate

Lumens - Leo Pendant - Black

13’ 10’

Kitchen Scope

Filzfelt PET Panels Sand - Wood Trim

Cafe Entry

KITCHEN SCOPE

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RBW - Centro Pendant - Ochre Yellow DN

UP

USAI - BeveLED - 4” Recessd Downlight First Floor RCP 20

RCP DIAGRAM

First Floor

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OUT OF SCOPE

OUT OF SCOPE

Longitudinal Section A

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

OUT OF SCOPE

OUT OF SCOPE

Latitudinal Section B

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LATITUDINAL SECTION

ACTIVITY SPACE STRATEGY:

The activity space is meant to be modifiable and neutral so that custom installations and local art displays don’t have to compete with the materiality. This led to a very simple yet inviting palette of concrete, birch plywood, metal accents, and a high contrast navy blue for emphasis.

Rope and cork are incorporated as tactile elements that add natural warmth. This unpretentious interior will be a blank canvas for the community to activate.

MATERIALS - INSPO

CAFE STRATEGY:

The cafe is meant to have a distinct feel from the activity space and be a playful, retro interior experience. The inspiration came from the classic “diner” style that features chechered patterns, bold color pops, and wood panelling. This style is welcoming and nostalgic while still feeling modern and fresh, hopefully appealling to many user types.

MATERIAL LEGEND:

UNPRETENTIOUS - MODIFIABLE - WOVEN - NEUTRAL

1. Concrete Floor & Columns Polished 2. SW - Arcade White Eggshell - Ceilings 3. SW - Olympus White Eggshell - Walls

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4. SW - Dress Blues Eggshell - Walls

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5. Loftwall - Mobile Dividers Cork Panels 6. Loftwall - Mobile Dividers PET Panels - Sand 7. Mohawk Group - Unexpexted Detail Conrflower - CPT in Forum Space 8. Birch Plywood Polyurethane - Semi-gloss - Casework

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8a. Wilsonart Laminate Woodgrains - Birch Plywood - Furniture 9. Sisal Rope - Basket Weave Custom Ceiling Elements 10. LUUM - Woven Melange Check - Faience Blue - Lounge UPH 11. LUUM - Woven Melange Check - Vapor Glaze - Lounge UPH 12. LUUM - Woven Modulus - Skylight - Task Chairs UPH

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13. Bernhardt Textiles - Coated Fabrics Image - Oak - Ottomans 14. Chrome/Aluminum Finishes Track lights, stair railings 15. Powder Coat - Black Loftwall Dividers, Lighting

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MATERIALS - ACTIVITY SPACES

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MAIN ENTRY RECEPTION PERSPECTIVE

UNPRETENTIOUS - MODIFIABLE - WOVEN - NEUTRAL

Loftwall - Movable Dividers Framewall - 48” & 72” W - 78” H - Caster Base

Bernhardt Design Code - Modular Lounge

Leland Fast - Modular Tables & Trolley

Bernhardt Design Balance - Mobile Ottoman

Muuto Workshop - Coffee Tables

Teknion Kupp - Folding Chair

STRATEGY:

Furniture selections prioritized adaptability and mobility while also maintaining an unpretentious and neutral backdrop for activities. Finish options were intentional to create unity a variety, using the base palette of plywood, cork, black, grey, and warm browns. Unified finishes allowed furniture to seamlessly fit in any set up while also giving the space some character.

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FURNITURE STRATEGY - ACTIVITY SPACES

Teknion - Gus Modern Finley - End Table

Studio TK Modus Bob - Cork Stool

Muuto Flow Trolley - 2-layer

DESCRIPTION: Flexible furnishings for variety of group sizes & possible activities.

Grounded by movable dividers & custom ceiling element. In this scenario, the paid activity is a group paint by number. Each person gets a sheet and at the end they put them together to see the full image. Illustrating how we are all part of a bigger picture, working together.

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Level 2

PAID ACTIVITY SCENARIO

Cork ceilings in a faux woven pattern relate to rope ceilings & serve a similar purpose of grounding the space, adding warth, and texture.

“There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it care about.”

- Margaret Wheatley Ceiling Mounted Projector & Screen

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Level 2

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SCENARIO 1:

SCENARIO 2:

The multi-purpose Forum Space is sub-divided into smaller spaces in this scenario with the use of movable dividers and furnishings. Mobile TV screens also allow the AV equipment to adapt to different uses. Convenient access to the storage allows for quick changes to furniture.

The multi-purpose Forum Space is one open space in this scenario for a gamenight event. Modular couches create a community living room to watch the game show happen live. More seating could be added as well. A projector and mobile screens allow for easy viewing from different areas in the room. There are endless opportunities for how this room could be used by the community.

FORUM SPACE - DIAGRAM

DESCRIPTION: The under-stair bookcases act as storage for activities, but also a community display shelf, where users can place their art, nic nacs, plants, etc. Personalizing the space gives users a sense of belonging & ownership. Activating the space with community objects is a big part of placemaking in this project. The design also encourages discovery of the space and its resources.

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Level 1

COMMUNITY STAIRCASE

MATERIAL LEGEND:

RETRO - CLASSIC - VIBRANT - ECLECTIC - WELCOMING

1. WOW Tile - Bits Collection Tundra White w/ Custom Color Stripe 2. LX Hausys Quartz Viatera - Musica - Anthem 3. SW - Rejuvenate Semi-gloss - Walls & Ceilings 4. Centro Pendant - Ochre Yellow Signage to match finish 5. Mannington - Amtico Stone LVT Classic Marble - White/Black Checker

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6. Wilsonart Laminate - Wood Grains Cherry PB - Sienna - Panelling & Furniture

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7. LUUM - Woven Melange Check - Goldspeck - Chair Back UPH 13. Bernhardt Textiles - Coated Fabrics Image - Oak - Chair Seat UPH 9. Herman Miller - Eames Molded Stool Teal - Body Color

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10. Knoll Textiles - Non-Woven Olympia - Teardrop - Stool UPH 11. Chrome/Aluminum Finishes Track lights, stair railings 12. Filzfelt - Acoustic PET Sand - Ceiling Panels

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MATERIALS - MAGEE’S CAFE

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STRATEGY:

A very simple yet impactful selection of furniture for the cafe, including classic designs from Herman Miller that play up the retro-diner aesthetic. Finishes are again applied to create unity and variety, bringing in the warmth of the dark wood, the mustard yellows of the fabric, and then contrasting with chrome finishes and teal-blue accents.

Herman Miller Nelson Swag Leg Table - Square

Bernhardt Design Halo Chair

FURNITURE STRATEGY - CAFE

Herman Miller Eames Molded Stool - Bar Height

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CAFE ENTRY - PERSPECTIVE

RETRO - CLASSIC - VIBRANT - ECLECTIC - WELCOMING

DESCRIPTION:

An opportunity that arose during the programming and circulation planning was the central core of the building.

The core serves as a multi-tenant lobby with vertical circulation access and restrooms. Walls and doors were needed to separate programs from the public lobby zone. To create a more interesting threshold experience, custom metal and glass partitions with sliding doors were designed to compliment the style of the spaces and the existing building facade. The design encourages transparency and improved wayfinding between spaces while adding character to the lobby.

Functionally, they close off the lobby from other spaces when needed.

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Level 2

TECHNICAL COMPONENT - CUSTOM LOBBY PARTITIONS

Stationary panel on both sides of the doors

Powder-coated steel frame & 1/2” tempered glass inserts B

Technical Section

A

Sliding & locking doors to secure spaces from the lobby outside of business hours

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TECHNICAL COMPONENT - PLAN

Top-hung sliding door system attatched to bullkhead

Sliding door

Stationary panel

Solid metal panel for lower portion

Concealed bottom guide to stabilize doors

TECHNICAL COMPONENT - SECTION

5’ 3”

8’ 10”

3’ 3.5”

14’ 3”

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TECHNICAL COMPONENT - (A) FRONT ELEVATION

1’ 7”

1.5”

1’ 7”

1.5”

1’ 9”

3’ 6”

TECHNICAL COMPONENT - (B) BACK ELEVATION

3’ 6”

3’ 6”

3’ 6”

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