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Music Industry
Kylie Mika
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Faculty Mentor: Professor Ryan Moys Music Industry
Impact of Design and Acoustic Treatment in Workspaces on Creativity, Culture, and Productivity
COVID-19 had a detrimental impact on many industries, with workplaces consisting of various living rooms, and school projects created without ever speaking to partners. With most people returning to school or work this past year, work culture built over the past years seems virtually nonexistent. However, if rebuilt, improved morale, increased productivity, and greater collaboration will result. The Music Industry Program here at Drexel possesses a necessity to restore student culture. Alongside my mentor, we brainstormed logistical changes to the program, and I assisted in improving existing studios and midi labs. As well, the department recently acquired a space to be renovated and used as a creative workspace for students, which became the focus of my individual research. I analyzed workspaces of successful businesses, acoustic treatment processes, and productivity data. I surveyed current students for their input on design and decor. After reviewing the responses of my peers, I created a rendering of what the new space could look like. The hope is that over the years, this will contribute to the growth of mentorship, collaboration, experiential learning opportunities, and enjoyable productivity within the MIP’s culture.
