Project Objective The goal of this concept and space remodel is to create contemporary study lounges for University of Minnesota students that create ideal spaces to relax or study throughout the day and have a very natural and comfortable atmosphere that are inviting and welcoming to students. The use of nature as inspiration will influence the décor and selection of materials to create a space that brings the out doors in to create a eco friendly space that is conducive to relaxing and studying for collage students.
Problems within Space COB 10 Low ceiling, with different heights Vending area is noisy Lots of noise from hallways Not enough individual seating No comfortable seating Treehouse Large VAC vent Lots of noise Not enough work space Very crowded No comfortable seating Need more work space for large design projects
Solution Ideas Different types of zones (lounges, individual study, group study) Separation between zones Noise barriers Task lighting Environmentally friendly materials Relaxing color palette
Key Concepts SUSTAINABLE RELAXING INVITING CONNECTED TO NATURE CASUAL COMFORTABLE ORGANIC FORMS LOTS OF TEXTURE
Concept Pictures Natural Connected with nature Organic forms Neutral palette Comfortable Relaxed Casual
Concept Statement To create an identifiable brand for student study spaces throughout the University of Minnesota’s campus with an environmentally friendly focus. The spaces will draw inspiration from natural materials and forms. Organic lines will be used to create architectural focal points within the spaces and will also be repeated throughout the contemporary furniture and accents. A natural, earth-toned palette will be infused into the spaces through the use of rich browns, tans and greens. Accents of brighter purple tones will be used to add interest and energy into the space, creating an ideal environment for relaxing and studying. The materials used within the spaces will be natural, eco-friendly materials that promote sustainability. The variety of textures, both visual and tactile, will be used to create casual and comforting spaces where students can utilize separate areas according to their needs. All of these elements will combine to create a harmonious space that balances contemporary design, along with natural materials and organic forms that mimic nature. The end result will be identifiable, functional and sustainable spaces for the University of Minnesota students to enjoy while they spend time studying.
How Concept Translates into Materials ORGANIC FORMS NEUTRAL AND EARTHY COLORS VERY TEXTURED COMFORTABLE INSPRIATION FABRIC ACCENT FABRICS
How the Concept Translates into Materials SUSTAINABLE RENEWABLE RECYCLED DURABLE NATURAL
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How the Spaces Relate The space will be recognizable by the repetition of the casual and environmentally friendly types of furnishings and finishes within the space, the repetition of the same earthy color palette and the ambiance that all the these elements combined create.
Three Key Solutions to Take Away From Our Design Sustainability – Majority of materials will be environmentally friendly and made from rapidly renewable or recycled materials Functionality – The spaces will now better serve the students who use them and have different types of spaces that are somewhat separated depending on what type of work a student needs to do, individual studying, group work, relaxing, or eating Identifiable – All the spaces will have a similar atmosphere that is very casual, relaxed and inviting to students. It will be a space where students walking by will want to enter and studying in because everyone will be able to find their own personal space to work in