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RESTING SPACE A PET SHELTER “PAWS”

DESIGN CONCEPTS & CONCERNS SRIPRIYA SABNAVIS SEMESTER - VIII B. ARCH

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT BRAINSTORMING

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A DIALOGUE WITH THE PET OWNERS

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USER PERSONAS

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STORY BOARD: ACTIVITIES i. PET ‘N’ PET INTERACTION

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ii. PET ‘N’ HUMAN INTERACTION

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iii. HUMAN ‘N’ HUMAN INTERACTION

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STORY BOARD: EMOTIONAL IMPACT

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STORY BOARD: VISUAL REFRENCING

I. PETS

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II. PEOPLE

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MATERIAL STUDY

I. FABRIC

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II. RESIN & WOOD

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DESIGN BRIEF

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CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES

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DESIGN ITERATIONS

I. DESIGN 1 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE

II. DESIGN 2 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE WITH A PLAY

AREA UNDER III. DESIGN 3 - RESTING SPACE FOR PEOPLE

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A DIALOGUE WITH THE PET OWNERS - FEEDBACK

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DESIGN PROPOSAL - BENEFITS

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TECHNICAL DRAWINGS

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INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT

There are many activities that take place at a pet shelter especially the one involving dogs. Dogs are full of energy but also love to just sit down and rest or snuggle with their masters. Like wise, kids are the ones with full of energy while the adults like a little more relaxing space to gather and talk about their daily lives.

The aim of this project is to design a resting space for the people and the dogs visiting the pet shelter. This will be done by understanding the CANINE PSYCHOLOGY, talking to some of the pet owners, researching about various materials that can be used to design such a space and developing a concept by understanding various activities that take place, the emotions that space provides with and then relating a few ideas to the concept. A thorough step - by - step process will be followed to design such a space.

BRAINSTORMING CURVILINEAR

LINEAR

DETAILED CIRCULAR

METAL

LIGHT WEIGHT

DIMENSIONS

MOBILE

SAFETY

SIMPLE

PLAY

ARM REST

STONE

PETS

DESIGN FEATURES

FIXED COMFORTABLE PARKS

OBJECT FOR REST & PLAY OFFICES

COAT/HAT/BAG STAND

CUSHIONING

PUBLIC SPACES RELAXATION

AGE DEFINED

CONCRETE

COLOURS

BACK REST

DESIGN CRITERIA

PROPORTION

ASSYMYTRICAL

SOCIALIZE USER FRIENDLY

USER FRIENDLY

HEIGHT

SHAPE

MATERIALS MOBILITY

USER FRIENDLY SIMPLE

LINEAR

CONCRETE

SAFETY

DETAILED

ASSYMYTRICAL STONE

AGE DEFINED

ARM REST

CIRCULAR

COLOURS

CUSHIONING

CURVILINEAR

RELAXATION

BACK REST

SOCIALIZE

COMFORTABLE

DETAILED

RELAXATION

METAL

PLACES

USERS

FIXED

PUBLIC SPACES PETS

MOBILE

OFFICES

KIDS

PARKS

ADULTS

USABILITY

SENIOR CITIZENS

LIGHT WEIGHT

COAT/HAT/BAG STAND

PROPORTION

PLAY

HEIGHT

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A DIALOGUE WITH THE PET OWNERS 1. The people liked the idea and informed about the CANINE PSYCHOLOGY more based on their own experiences with their pets.

i. The dogs like to sit on soft cushioned surfaces.

ii. Dogs can be lazy while the younger ones are full of energy.

iii. The young ones like playing and running around.

iv. The dogs don’t like closed confined spaces.

v. Dogs can’t jump very high and it is recommended that they are provided with steps or a ramp. A

ramp is very much preferred though to access a higher level. vi. The wood that is used should be completely finished wood as there is a risk of getting splinters for both the pets and the humans.

vii. It is best to chose a material which is easy to clean.

viii. Dogs have their own spot and they don’t like getting up from their spot. It is like if that is their

territory

2. The people focused on the preference for their dogs than themselves.

3. One also suggested a material that can be used that is Rubber.

DESIGN IDEAS SUGGESTED BY A DOG OWNER

SCHEMATIC SKETCHES OF THE IDEAS

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PERSONAS 1. KAJAL SHARMA Age : 10 years School : DPS World School Pet : A labrador named miki Hobbies : Playing with Miki; hanging out with friends; dancing Colour : Orange Sports : Kho-Kho, badminton; district level She is a cheerful and friendly girl. She enjoys family trips but doesn’t like leaving for Miki for more than 2 days. She is attached to her grandparents and loves spending time with them. Most of her day is spent playing, training and taking care of Miki during vacations. She aspires to become a vetinary doctor when she’s grown up as she loves animals. Her parents are supportive and help her take care of Miki. Miki is the family’s pride and joy.

2. RIYA KAPUR Age : 16 years School : Amity Public School Pet : A rottweiler named Boss Hobbies : Singing, playing video games Colour : Purple Sports : Volleyball She is a tomboy. She is helpful and sweet but doesn’t hesitate to take a stand for what is right. She belongs to a family that has military background. Her father bought home Boss when she turned 16.

She is still learning the ropes of training a dog. She takes Boss for his daily walks and even feeds him.

She has even started volunteering at a nearby shelter during the weekends. She aspires to become an youtuber and has started doing short films featuring Boss.

3. AKAASH MAINI Age : 45 years Marital status : Married Kids : Fraternal twins Job : Service sector Pet : Doesn’t have one Hobbies : Reading journals and books Colour : Beige Sports : Cricket He is a loving yet strict father. He teaches his children discipline & integrity. He also plays games with them. He is a family man. He loves dogs but due to his wife’s fear of dogs, he hasn’t adopted one.

He plays with his brother’s dog Kira, a german shepherd, whenever he feels stressed about work. He sometimes takes care of kira in the absence of his brother. He prefers comfort over fancy.

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STORY BOARD: ACTIVITIES

PET ‘N’ PET INTERACTION

Dogs communicating, training, swimming and playing around with each other .

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STORY BOARD: ACTIVITIES

PET ‘N’ HUMAN INTERACTION

People communicating, training, swimming and playing around with the dogs .

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STORY BOARD: ACTIVITIES

HUMAN ‘N’ HUMAN INTERACTION

Different aged group of people talking and engaging in different activities.

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STORY BOARD: EMOTIONAL IMPACT

WARM

CALM & RELAXATION

HAPPY

ENERGETIC

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STORY BOARD: VISUAL REFRENCING

PETS

Different types of resting and playing spaces for dogs.

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STORY BOARD: VISUAL REFRENCING

PEOPLE

Different spaces of rest and interaction for people.

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MATERIAL STUDY - FABRIC

MICROFIBER

• Microfiber is one of the best upholstery options for pet-friendly sofas.

• This synthetic, soft fabric is easy to maintain.

• Spills and stains on microfibre can be cleaned with a damp cloth and claw marks can be brushed away easily.

LEATHER

• Hair can be brushed off and stains can be cleaned easily.

• Distressed leather can be used as scratch marks can blend in easily.

• Leather also tends to get more comfortable with use.

VINYL

• Vinyl is a cruelty-free alternative to leather and works as a pet-friendly fabric.

• Durable and easy to maintain, vinyl comes in a number of colours.

NYLON

• Synthetic fabrics like nylon can take a lot of damage and still look good.

• Nylon is resistant to scratches, spills and stains.

• Dirt and hair can be easily cleaned too. It’s also one of the more budget-friendly options.

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MATERIAL STUDY

RESIN

WOOD

OAK WOOD

WALNUT WOOD

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DESIGN BRIEF The aim of this project is to design an object/ a space which can be used for:

1. RESTING AFTER SOME ACTIVITY LIKE PLAYING WITH THE PETS OR DOING SOME ACTIVITIES WITH THE PETS LIKE SWIMMING. 2. CONVERSING WITH OTHER DOG OWNERS 3. DOGS PLAYING TOGETHER At a pet shelter “paws” which is primarily a dog shelter.

CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES

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CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES

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DESIGN ITERATIONS

DESIGN 1 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE PLAN & VIEWS

RENDERS

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DESIGN ITERATIONS

DESIGN 2 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE & PLAY AREA UNDER PLAN & VIEWS

RENDERS

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DESIGN ITERATIONS

DESIGN 3 - RESTING SPACE FOR PEOPLE PLAN & VIEWS

RENDERS

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A DIALOGUE WITH THE PET OWNERS - FEEDBACK 1. The people appreciated the designes and liked the thought process.

2. Based on a previous discussion with the users just after the completion of the conceptual sketches made it possible for an interactive discussion.

3. They all gave some common pointers which enabled me to further improve my design.

i. Some suggested that I use tunnels opening ar various spots for the dogs to run around and play.

ii. Some suggested a viewing space be made, maybe, as a glass roof sort of thing using toughened glass.

4. After completion of the products, I took a few render shots and showed them to the users.

5. They’re impressed and they were also happy that I had given heed to their suggestions and tried to implement them in my design.

6. Though they all liked the three different spaces I had shown, but they appreeciated Design 2 more as it has all the requirements and suggestions.

7. They also liked the fact that instead of going for the conventional designs, I took time to think about making the design a little less conventional.

FAVOURED DESIGN BY THE USERS DESIGN 2 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE & PLAY AREA UNDER

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DESIGN PROPOSAL - BENEFITS

• All the three design approaches can be used together to achieve varied functions.

• The second design approach can be used to perform the functions of the other two iterations as well. Therefore, the people were inclined more towards the second design iteration.

DESIGN 2 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE & PLAY AREA UNDER 1. This design enables the interactions of

i. Human ‘n’ Human

ii. Human ‘n’ Pet

iii. Pet ‘n’ Pet

2. it has tunnels running below making it possible for the pets to play around while those who want to rest can sit, lay down or lean agaist it and relax and engage in conversations or other activities.

3. It has a ramp leading to the top enabling easier access for the dogs, if they want to relax or be with their humans.

4. It has a toughened glass viewing space enabling the owners to get a peek at their dogs running beneath.

5. The upholsery is made of a micro fibre material making it easy to maintain.

6. The safety of both the people and the dogs is given priority and therefore, oak wood used for structural framing is finished to prevent any mishaps like splinters.

Ramp for the Dogs to Climb Up

Tunnel Beneath

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Different Activities being Enabled

Toughened Glass Viewing

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TECHNICAL DRAWINGS

DESIGN 2 - RESTING SPACE FOR DOGS AND PEOPLE & PLAY AREA UNDER Y X

X’ 6800 2400 6800

Y’

2400

1300 2400

6800

450 500

LONGITUDINAL SECTION XX’ (SCALE- 1:25) 580

1040

580

1602400 650 6800 6800

1040

160

160

650

1040

580

160

2400 2400

1300

2550

2400

450 500

2550

1300

2400

450 500

1300 1300

2400 2400 2550

10 MM THICK 160 TOUGHENED 650 GLASS 160

450 500 450 500

40 MM MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY

1040 1040

580 580

10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS

650 650

160

2550 2550

160

25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING

40 MM MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY

10 Mm Thick Toughened Glass 10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS

25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING

40 Microfibre Upholstery 40 MMMm MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY 25 Mm Thick Oak Wood Structural Framing 40 MM MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY

10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS

25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING

25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING

1350

TRANSVERSE SECTION YY’ (SCALE- 1:25) 1200 110

1350 1350

2600

110

2000

700

1200 550 1200 230

700 700

110

550 550

1350 110 900

1200

220

350 3801350 230 230

900 900 700

220 220 550

700

10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS

550

230

230

110

110

1200

10 Mm Thick Toughened Glass 10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS

110 900

380 110

500 2600 500 2000 2600

500

2000

40 Mm Microfibre Upholstery

220 380

900

500

380 2600 2600 2000 2000

500

40 MM MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY

220 40 MM MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY

25 Mm Thick Oak Wood 25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING Structural Framing

10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS 25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING 40 MM MICROFIBRE UPHOLSTERY 10 MM THICK TOUGHENED GLASS

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25 MM THICK OAK WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING

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