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PETRICHOR Healing Enviroment For Veteran's w i t h Po s t-Tr a m a t i c St r e s s D i s o r d e r
Final Thesis Project Humber College April 14, 2020
Cassandra Christman Interior Design Student
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CONTENT THESIS SUMMARY
PROJEC T DESIGN
ABSTRACT
PROGRAMMING
CLIENT
DESIGN PROCESS
USER
PLANS
A N A LY S I S
FOCUS AREAS
CASE STUDIES
RECEPTION
SITE
CAFE
BUILDING
QUIET AREA
CONCEPTUAL APPROACH INSPIRATION
GALLERY
APENDIX
CONCEPT
MATERIALS
EXPERIMENTATION
MENTOR LOG TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
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THESIS SUMMARY ABSTRACT CLIENT USER
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ABSTRACT Recent military conflicts have left many veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (Moon, Williams, Sasangohar, Khanade, RodriguezParas, 2018). PTSD remains one of the most prevalent psychiatric conditions among veterans who served or are serving within the military (Whitworth, Scotland-Coogan, Wharton, 2019; Kok, Herrell, Thomas, & Hoge, 2012; Seal, Bertenthal, Miner, Sen, & Marmar, 2007). Research has shown that although there are various services and treatments available to veterans, many refuse or drop out of these treatments due to stigma, length of programs and denial (Whitworth et al., 2019). Service animal training has now become an alternative treatment method for PTSD. This new treatment model requires a re-examination of the existing rehabilitation centres for Veterans with PTSD, one that focuses on ensuring higher participation and healing through the inclusion of complementary and alternative healing modalities (CAM). An environment which allows veterans the opportunity to carve their path or journey to wellness. This proposed study will aide in the development of a space designed for healing. The fundamental design principles determined through the research will directly assist with the development of a healing environment for veterans with PTSD. It will allow veterans diagnosed with PTSD and their families the opportunity to experience physical and mental restoration within a healing environment that offers positive social interaction, personalized healing journeys, and an array of healing activities.
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CLIENT WOUNDED WARRIORS CANADA is a not-for-profit organization established in 2013. Their mission is to HONOUR AND SUPPORT ILL AND INJURED VETERANS and their families across Canada. WWC combines gateway programming, clinical support, research, and mental health promotion to help transform the lives of uniformed service personnel and their families affected by Operational Stress Injuries. They have created an INNOVATIVE approach to mental health that uses clinical best practices and evidence-informed care to create an environment of compassion, resiliency and hope for Veterans, First Responders, and their families. Wounded Warriors Canada has INVESTED 15 MILLION dollars to date towards mental health programs, SUPPORTS 2000 VETERANS, first responders, and their families each year and have pair 50 service dogs with veterans. They offer a variety of applications such as; Cope (Couples Overcoming PTSD Everyday), trauma resiliency program, couples-based equine therapy and PTSD service dog training program. Although they offer a variety of programs and services, these are not provided from one single location. They are supplied through secondary organizations at different locations. This proposed building could be the next step to bettering the services and programs this great organization provides. Please vist woundedwariors.ca for more information
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INVISIBLE INJURY Recent wars such as Afghanistan have left many veterans suffering from POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) (Moon et al., 2018). Nearly 40,000 Canadian Armed Forces members served in the Afghanistan theatre of operations between 2001 and 2014 (Veteran Affairs Canada, 2014). As a result, many soldiers came home from these conflicts with significant issues relating to readjustment, disabilities, and mental health (Barris, 2015). “When veterans return from war to find that what they thought would be a chance to create new postcombat lives is, in fact, far more challenging than they ever imagined – when they find themselves dislocated from their loved ones and STRUGGLING to meet their most basic expectations for self and life – these challenges make it far more DIFFICULT to muster a resilient response to the trauma of war. Thus the aftermath of COMBAT TRAUMA cannot be understood without an appreciation for the larger life course of the individual veteran” (Finley, 2009, p. 397). Although PTSD signs can manifest themselves universally in all combat and peacekeeping situations and is not limited to just veterans adjusting from the Afghanistan wars, these particular soldiers’ symptoms appear to be more powerful (Barris, 2014). This new intensified version of indicators is likely in part derivatives of the distinct characteristics of these most recent military conflicts (e.g., extended tours, multiple deployments, increased likelihood of redeployment) (Barris, 2014).
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A N A LY S I S CASE STUDIES SITE BUILDING
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CEDAR RAPIDS VETERAN MEMORIAL BUILDING The Veterans Memorial Building offers an open, easy-to-understand floorplan, with large central gathering areas and smaller more private areas to the perimeters. This interior building features lots of natural light from large windows, and in areas with limited access to exterior fenestration, ample artificial light is provided. The space also provides foldable partitions to create flexible spaces. The building features glass doors where ever possible, ensuring spaces can be taken in their entirety providing a sense of calm and safety to veterans. The large mess hall within The Veterans Memorial Building features an above the mezzanine area which provides an excellent overview of the space and allows those already within the lower portion to know who is entering from above. "A gathering place where the community of veterans and their families and friends "could sort of make sense of their past experiences by their present associations. Allow them to heal informally and get on with their lives" - Paul Alt
LEFT TO BELOW Building parkade, Conference room, Armory, May's Island.
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Camp America Healing Legion Lodge Located along the shoreline of Little Tomahawk Lake in Wisconsin is their first proposed healing lodge within the United States in a rural landscape. The users of the Healing Lodge are multifaceted with the intent of serving Wisconsin Veterans and their families, the Wisconsin National Guard, and the United States Military Reserve (Alt Architecture, 2019). Through utilizing the stunning surrounding nature, the building is to act as a "tool for healing" for PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Major Depression (MD). The aim is to build resilience, bonding between the brethren, bonding between veterans and families, patriotism, and formulating a mission to serve the community (Alt Architecture, 2019). The main complex is comprised of 17,000 sq. ft. with two additional pavilions (Alt Architecture, 2019). As mentioned above the aim of this building is to merge with nature to become a healing tool for veterans suffering from PTSD, TIB, and MD. This is achieved through large expansive windows showcasing the beautiful surrounding nature scenes
LEFT TO BELOW Site Plan, Cafe, Memorial Gallery, NE view.
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LADY CILANTRO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL HEALING GARDENS Lady Cilantro Children's Hospital is located within a busy city centre with restricted ground-level green space. Architects Conrad Gargett utilized the multitude of rooftops to create 11 rooftop gardens for therapy, rehabilitation, recreation. There is also a green roof with 23,000 plants and a community plaza. After the completion of the garden, a Bench Diary study was conducted to see how effective the healing gardens were. The results indicated the "importance of the design of the gardens and the use of particular features and plants to create a sense of seclusion, visual, amenity and verdant greenery amongst an otherwise busy and heavily built environment" (Reeve, Nieberler-Walker, & Desha, 2019). These gardens demonstrate the value of nature, even from relatively small well-designed gardens spaces.
LEFT TO BELOW Adventure Garden, Secret Garden, Secret Garden, Shared Garden, Green Sloping Roof
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SITE The zoning for 3120 Lake Shore Boulevard is classified as CR 3.0 SS2 (web.toronto.ca). The site is zoned within a commercial, residential area with parking available on the East and West side of the building. This building is a NON-HISTORICAL or heritage building. However, the neighbourhood that surrounds 3210 Lake Shore Boulevard carries a history that is worth noting. The natural beauty of this “STREETCAR SUBURB” which is sandwiched between Mimico and Long Branch is defined not just by its access to the western beaches, but also the sprawling COLONEL SAMUEL SMITH PARK, which contains some of the OLDEST BUILDINGS IN TORONTO (E. Keenan & K. Underwood, 2012). These include the former “asylum” that’s been restored and put to use by Humber College. The park also features a UNIQUE FIGURE-EIGHT ICESKATING PATH at its centre (Keenan & Underwood, 2012). The character and architectural style of this neighbourhood is a factor in design decisions for the proposed PETRICHOR HEALING ENVIRONMENT.
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COLONEL SAMUAL SMITH PARK
LEFT TO BELOW Colonel Samuel Smith Park lakeshore path, Local habitat, lookout point, wetlands, ice rink, harbour.
TOP TO BOTTOM Humber College revitalize plan, Current Lakeshore Boulevard West street view
Masterplan to help Humber College create a new campus corridor on Toronto’s Lakeshore, and give the College a prominent secondary presence in the city. The multiphase, multi-project assignment involved the repurposing of existing neighbourhood buildings into new or revitalized academic spaces. For more Information on the revitalize project please visit http://gowhastings.com/projects/humber-college-lakeshore-campus-masterplan
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BUILDING The selected site for this thesis proposal is located at 3120 LAKE SHORE BOULEVARD W, Etobicoke, On M8V 1L3. This structure occupies a footprint of approximately 18238 square feet. This building sits parallel to Lake Shore Boulevard W between Fifteenth and Sixteenth Street. The current occupancy of the building is ASSEMBLY GROUP A DIVISION 2; School/ College (OBC 2012, 3.1.2.26), Humber Criminal Justice Building. The building is accessible by TRANSIT through the Humber Bay Express bus route and multiple streetcar routes which have a stop just East and West of the building. This building also offers PARKING on the East and West side with a total of 27 spots and two accessible parking spots. Through research on the demographics of the AREA OF NEW TORONTO, it is known that the average home is $610K, where 57% are renters, and 43% are homeowners. The majority of individuals within the area employed part-time or self-employed is 66.7%, while 48% are employed full-time and 8.7% are unemployed and approx. 35.5% of individuals within the area are completing a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average income within the area is $51K (Statistics Canada, 2016 Census of Population). The neighbourhood is home to Humber College’s Lake Shore Campus and Colonel Samuel Smith Park. This site will become the new home for Wounded Warriors Canada’s healing environment for veterans with PTSD.
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CONCEPTUAL APPROACH INSPIRATION CONCEPT EXPERIMENTATION
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INSPIRATION
This concept aims to place the HUMAN EXPERIENCE at the heart of the building design to explore the relationship between the physical environment and emotional reaction to the setting. The holistic approach of healing design is the process of RETORING WHOLENESS by creating harmony of MIND, BODY and SPIRIT.
To succeed in creating successful holistic environments specifically for veterans, we must embrace healing design research and psychology principles that contribute to the overall wellness of body, spirit, and mind of our veterans at the same time PROMOTING AWARENESS OF DIGNITY, DETERMINATION, AND PRIDE.
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CONCEPT
SOLID | VOID CONCEPTUAL EXPLORATION
FOUR KEY PRINCIPLES
Void in space is a place incorporating activity. Therefore, this void created in form based on space indeed creates a place” - -Şamlıoğlu& Kuloğlu
COMFORT & CONTROL
Welcoming, well lit, legible, home-like, noninstitutionalized and flexible. veterans control is critical because the military training that has defined their lives instils preparedness and confidence to address. Control can be created through defensible spaces, wayfinding, and providing veterans with choices
SOCIAL CAPITAL
Multiple levels of PEER - TO - PEER interaction and balance between connecting and being able to retreat in order to reduce stress levels
VISUAL VOID
INHABITABLE VOID
Where form is shaped according When a void occurs between to the void. The objective is to two solids it is passive. When bring the void to the foreground. it occurs as a removal or subtraction from a soild the void is active.
PERCEPTUAL VOID Sometimes void is not physically created in the form itself but rather created in the whole form through materiality.
EXPERIENCE NATURE
Evidence indicates that increased views to nature and daylight, even those that are accomplished through simulation, may positively contribute to the psychological effect of those exposed, increase task performance, and reduce potential mood disturbances
PATIENT CENTERED
Inclusion of Veterans within the design stage is vital to a sufficient healing environment being created
ELEVATION VIEW
ELEVATION VIEW
ELEVATION VIEW
PLAN VIEW
PLAN VIEW
PLAN VIEW
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SOLID | VOID
INHABITABLE VOID
VOID AS SPACE
Void become inhabitable space for seating. creating different solid planes..
Void becomes space. Creating a niche to inhabit provides comfort and safety through a surrounding solid form.
ELEVATION VIEW
ELEVATION VIEW
SOLID | VOID EXPERIMENTATION MODEL
Concrete model making process showing solid and void exploration PLAN VIEW
PLAN VIEW
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PROJEC T DESIGN PROGRAMMING DESIGN PROCESS PLANS
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PROGRAMMING
SPACE # AMMINISTRATION SPACES
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# PPL, DESCRIPTION
TYPES OF ACTIVITIES
Programming Chat Recption
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Director Office
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150 National Program Director
Impromptu Meetings
Coordinator Office
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Impromptu Meetings
Open Work Stations RECONNECTION SPACES
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150 National Program Coordinator 9 Staff | Trainers, Ambassadors, 700 Clinical Staff
Café
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Theatre
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Multifunctional Space REJUVINATION SPACES Yoga
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Art Studio
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Training Area
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REFLECTION SPACES Gallery
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Meditation Room
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Quiet Area
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SERVICES/ MECHANICAL
REQUIREMENTS
FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT
Day Lockers, Area for displying information Desk with filing storage | seating for two guests Desk with filing storage | seating for two guests Touch Down Desk 5 x 2 with storage (9 Total)
Recption Desk Task Chair Lockers (24 Total) 24" x 72" Desk | 2 guest chairs | 1 task chair 24" x 72" Desk | 2 guest chairs | 1 task chair 64" x 24" desk | Storge | Prvacy Screen
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
FLEXIBILITY
Power & Data, Sound System, Security system
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Power & Data
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Power & Data
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Power & Data
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Ensure space can be viewed in its entirety | Provide 54" wall behind seating |Provide private retreats Plays | Theatre Productions | Storage for chairs Chairty Events | Comedy Shows | Memorials
Coffee Station | Filtered Water | Salad/ Wrap Bar Fridge | Panini Press
Power & Data
Sound System | Lighting for Stage
Power & Data | Sound Stsyem
Small Events | Group Therapy Storage for Chiars & Tables
Projector & Sound System
Power & Data | Sound Stsyem
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400 20 PPL Veterans, instructor, service dogs
Yoga (w/ Service Animal) | Dance Class | No Equipment Group Fitness Classes
Sound System Power & Data | Sound & smell System
300 10-15 PPL Veterans
Art Therapy | Open Art Studio Counter with Storage and Sink (2) Counter with Storage and Sink Sessions | Fundraiser Events ( | Art Eseals (2) | Art Eseals Wine & Art Nights )
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Power & Data | Sound System Power & Data | Sound System
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30-50 ppl Staff | Veterans | Family & Friends | 1000 Service Animals 30-50 ppl Staff | Veterans | Family & Friends | Service Animals 800 20-50 ppl Staff | Veterans | Service Animals 800
1000 2-4 PPL Veteran, Service animal, Trainer
Storage| Bench
Stage 3 -4 Training
Mock Appartment | Storage for Equipment | Turf Flooring
Fully Furnished Mock Appartment
Showcase for Millitary Memorbilia & Veteran Art Work Meditation Sessions | Breathing Classes
Variety of Display options
Digital Display Screens
Must be secluded from exterior sensory factors
Sound & Smell System
Reading | Reflection
Connection to Nature
Provide Seating
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Emergancy Call System | provide Toilet +| Sink| Hand Dryer | Soap Dispenser | Change one universal washroom Table| Garbage N/A N/A Large commercial Fridge | Storage | dishwasher | sink | freezer Close to Café serving area
400 10-15 ppl Staff | Veterans | Family & Friends | Service Animals 400 10 ppl Staff | Veterans | Service Animals 4000 10-20 ppl Staff | Veterans | Family & Friends | Service Animals
Washroom Mechanical Room
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Kitchen (Café) PAWS FOR THOUGHT
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1-2 ppl 200 Staff
Food Prep Area
Kennel Exam Room
5 80 each 1 Dog 1 200 2 ppl Dog | Veteran | vet tech
Grooming
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Home for dog Weight checks, small health checks (all other larger issues must be sent to a full veterinary clinic) Dog Grooming
200 2 ppl Dog | Veteran | vet tech 200 2-4 ppl Service Dog Program Paws for Thought Trainer | Wounded Consultation Warriors Staff memebr } veteran and Family 300 1-2 ppl Food Prep For animal Trainers
Power & Data | Sound & smell System Power & Data | Sound & Smell System Power & Data
Emergancy Call System N/A Power
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Must be cozy | easy to clean | Far away from other spaces | access to outdoor dog run Combine with Grooming room | Exam table
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Dog Sink | Sink
Power & Data
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Combine with Grooming room | Dog Bath 4 chairs and table | light and bright
Dog Sink | Sink
Power & Data
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4 Guest Chairs |Round Table
Power & Data , Smart Tv
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Provide Lots of storage Include laundry facility
Industrial Frigde | Sink | Dish Washer | Storage | Laundry mashines
Power & Data
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PROGRAMMING Adjacency Matrix | Bubble Diagrams
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PROGRAMMING Feasability | Parti Diagrams
Zones and Levels of Interest RECONNECTION
These spaces are multi-level peer-to-peer interaction zones allowing veterans to reconnect with their community in a safe environemnt.
REFLECTION
These secluded spaces allow veterans the opportunity to reflect on past events, heal invisable wounds, and retreat from more populated spaces to reduce stress levels.
REJUVENATION REFLECT | RECONNECT | REJUVENATE
These spaces involve physical movement and excersise of the body in order to reduce stress and learn new skills for re-entry into civilian or millitary life.
PAWS FOR THOUGHT
A partner of Wounded Warriors Canada, allows for service dog training to take place within the facility.
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DESIGN PROCESS
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PLANS
STORAGE
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DOG KICTHEN LAUNDRY
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KENNEL TRAINING AREA
MECHANICAL
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GROOMING/EXAM CAFE
KITCHEN
RECEPTION
YOGA STUDO
MULTIFUNCTIONAL RM THEATRE/EVENT SPACE GALLERY
MEDITATION
MEDITATION
VR THERAPY
ART STUDIO
QUIET SPACE
OFFICE
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PLANS Ceiling Plan | Light Map N
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FOCUS AREAS RECEPTION CAFE & TRAINING QUIET SPACE GALLERY
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RECEPTION
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CAFE
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BOOTH VIEWS Lines of sight within the booth
TRAINING CENTER VIEW
BOOTH VIEWS
CAFE VIEW MATERIALS
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CAFE SERVICES
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MULTIFUNCTIONAL Event transpformation
TEIR SEATING
KEY PLAN
Fully Open No Event
RETRACTABLE ACCOUSTIC WALL
Fully Closed Event
The Skyfold Premium wall allows for this open space to transform during events to help direct sound towards the audience. Once retracted the wall is fully concealable in the ceiling.
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MILLWORK Tier seating design
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TRAINING CENTRE PAWS FOR THOUGHT
The inclusion of a service dog kennel and training facility provides veterans with a purpose (caring for and training the animals) which leads to the formation of new skills for reentry to military service or civilian life and new lasting bonds with their service dog. It has been proven that dogs have healing effects on humans and can be an essential tool in the healing process for PTSD. Below are the design elements of PAWS FOR THOUGHT facility included in the new Wounded Warriors healing environment.
TRAINING CENTRE W/ MOCK APPARTMENT
CONSULTATION
RETAIL/ GROOMING STATION
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QUIET AREA Reflection space
KEY PLAN
MATERIALS
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EXPERIENCE NATURE Interior nature features
ROCK GARDEN
MOSS WALL
MILLWORK PLANTING
EDIBLE WALL
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VETERAN GALLERY
KEY PLAN
FEATURE WALL Slat wood panels are uses to reduce the amount of natural light entering the gallery to protect artwork.
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APPENDIX MATERIALS MENTOR LOG TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
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Paint - SHERWIN WILLIAMS - STONE - Consentino Ibis White | Tricorn Black DEKTON LVT -Interface - Walk the line
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CUSTOM WALL GRAPHIC - Kate Jade Dobson - Artist
MILLWORK LAMINATE -Uniboard - MILLWORK LAMINATE - Weston Premium Woods - SABLE Solics | Audacity
UPHOLSTRY -Knoll - Ultrasuede | Chiseled
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MATERIALS
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MENTOR LOG Meetings with Nawleen Kaur, Straticom/ Lightart
FEBRUARY 4 2020 FLOOR PLAN REVIEW Add angle incorporate into vertical finishes Move Mechanical/electrical room towards interior of space. These can not be places against exterior walls. Review furniture block size (seems small) Relocate reception desk against back wall and open up space. Include day lockers for visitors. Add exit in office space for fire stafety and travel distance Consider adding landscape to exterior of building Align edge of walls Consider opening up theatre space for access to quiet area on both sides of seating Allow for access to storage in theatre space Play with the angle of the mock appartment
Consider adding more Canadiana elements within space. The space seems very Japanese. Colour code entire plan and have one seperate with no colour. Bring mountain feature from quiet space to cafe. Spelling in presentations!!!
MIDTERM CHECK IN AND REVIEW
FEBRUARY 4 2020
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TECHNICAL ANALYSIS Sustainability considerations SUSTAINABLE QUOTIENT
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Walk-off mats are used at entryways to reduce the transfer of dirt and pollutants
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Saws and other tools use dust guards or collectors to capture generated dust
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Upon completion of construction (including installation of woodwork, doors, acoustic tiles, paints, carpets, movable furnishings and other interior finishes), a building air flush is performed while maintaining an indoor temperature of at least 15 °C [59 °F] and relative humidity below 60%, at below volumes: A total air volume of 4,300 m³ of outdoor air per m² of floor area [14,000 ft³ per ft² of floor area] prior to occupancy
The construction and design process of Petrichor Healing Environment at 3120 Lakeshore Blvd
West in Toronto, ON. will implement a series of sustainable strategies to ensure the wellbeing of the occupants, neighbourhood and site while achieving LEED certification. The below outlines the key sustainable considerations which directly relate to the LEED Green Building Rating System. SELECTION OF MATERIALS •
- 50% of building materials to incorporate recycled content
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- 20% of specified materials to have life-cycle information available, which have environmentally, economically and socially preferable life-cycle impacts.
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- Low VOC specified materials, paints/primers, etc.
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- Adhesives to exceed CRI Green Label testing
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- specification of at least 1 or more materials with the certification of Cradle to Cradle v2 Basic level or Cradle to Cradle v3 Bronze level.
FINISHES AND FURNISHINGS CONSIDERED SUSTAINABLE •
PROVISION OF DAYLIGHTING AND VIEWS •
Integration of skylights within open communal spaces for added day light
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considered views and daylight levels for 75% of all regularly occupied areas, achieving above the minimum daylight factor of 2%
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Views that include at least two of the following: (1) flora, fauna, or sky; (2) movement; and (3)
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objects at least 25 feet (7.5 meters) from the exterior of the glazing;
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Unobstructed views located within the distance of three times the head height of the vision glazing; and
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Provide daylight redirection and glare control along south side of building
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All exterior envelope glazing has shading. Atria or lobbies may be excluded.
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The shading is controllable by the occupants or set to automatically prevent glare. If shading is controlled by occupants, all shades are raised or retracted either manually or automatically at least twice per week.
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Surfaces do not exhibit 10 times greater or lesser luminance than another remote surface in the same room. [61] This is to avoid substantial changes in light levels as occupants look around the room.
-50% of wood based products and materials certified in accordance with Forest Stewardship Council’s Principles and Criteria.
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- Low VOC products specified where applicable
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-Ensure indoor air concentration in all furniture and seating are less than those established by EVT testing protocol, or are Green Guard Certified.
IMPLEMENTATION OF LOCAL MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS WHERE POSSIBLE • 10% of materials and products extracted and manufactured regionally (800km Radius)
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IMPLEMENTATION OF ENERGY EFFICIENCIES THROUGH STRATEGIC ZONING STRATEGIES •
Compliance with ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90. 1,2004
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Private offices/ meeting space to have active controls sensing spatial use
HIGH INDOOR AIR QUALITY LEVELS
FLEXIBLE SPACE PLANNING
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Compliance with ASHREA 62. 1-2004
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ETS Control, smoking not permitted within 25 feet from building
50% of casework and custom millwork to be moveable or modular for furniture adjustments or modifications
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Capacity for ventilation system monitoring
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50% of workstations are height adjustable
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-CO2 sensors installed in dense spaces or with natural ventilation
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Ensure air quality during construction by sealing and protecting ducts from possible contamination and ensuring ducts are cleaned prior to installing registers, grills and diffusers.
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Carpets, acoustical ceiling panels, fabric wall coverings, insulation, upholstery and furnishings and other absorptive materials are stored in a separate designated area protected from moisture damage
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All active areas of work are isolated from other spaces by sealed doorways or windows or through the use of temporary barriers
ALLOWANCE FOR APPROPRIATE HVAC, ELECTRICAL, AND CONTROL DEVICES •
Compliance with ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90. 1,2004
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Replacement of all HVAC and R systems (Mechanical & Passive) with noon-CFC refrigerants
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Spatial sensor controls for private rooms to modulate HVAC system in response to demands
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Individual thermal and ventilation adjustments for 50% of occupant space
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Temperature sensors are positioned at least 1 m [3.3 ft] away from direct sunlight, air supply diffusers, mechanical fans and heaters and away from exterior walls, windows and doors or any other significant source of heat or cold.
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DEVELOPMENT OF NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES
NOURISHMENT (WELL CERTIFIED)
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Unobstructed operable windows in regularly occupied spaces meeting ASHRAE Standards 622004 Section 5.1 Natural Ventilation
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CO2 senor installed in all spaces with natural ventilation
Provide nutritional information clearly displayed (per meal or item) at point-of-decision on packaging, menus or signage for all packaged foods and beverages sold or provided on a daily basis within the project boundary:
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Meets recommendations in the Carbon Trust “Good Practice Guide 237”
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Total calories.
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Macronutrient content (total protein, total fat and total carbohydrate) in weight and/or as a percent of the estimated daily requirements (daily values).
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Total sugar content.
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For foods and beverages sold or provided on a daily basis within the project boundary, the total product line meets the following criteria:
ENERGY EFFICIENT ENVELOPE DESIGN •
Maintain 40% of existing building envelope
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50% of construction/demolition to be recycled or salvages for new design
LIGHTING DESIGN •
For at least 90% of individual occupant spaces, provide individual lighting controls that enable occupants to adjust the lighting to suit their individual tasks and preferences, with at least three lighting levels or scenes (on, off, midlevel). Midlevel is 30% to 70% of the maximum illumination level (not including daylight contributions).
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At least 50% of the total produce line (fruits and vegetables) is certified organic. [109
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The project provides a permanent and accessible space for food production within 800 m [0.5 mi] of the project boundary
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For all shared multi-occupant spaces, meet all of the following requirements.
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garden or greenhouse with food-bearing plants
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Have in place multi-zone control systems that enable occupants to adjust the lighting to meet group needs and preferences, with at least three lighting levels or scenes (on, off, midlevel).
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edible landscaping
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Lighting for any presentation or projection wall must be separately controlled.
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Switches or manual controls must be located in the same space as the controlled luminaires. A person operating the controls must have a direct line of sight to the controlled luminaires.
PLUMBING FIXTURE SELECTION •
Water conservative fixtures and equipment meeting Energy Policy Act
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Waterless urinals, dual flush toilets, low-flow taps
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90% of equipment and appliances to be Energy Star rate
MIND (WELL CERTIFIED) •
Access to nature within the building and project site through plants, water, light and nature views
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Indirect connection to nature through the use of natural materials, patterns, colours or images
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Space layout, addressing placement of natural elements along common circulation routes, shared seating areas and rooms.
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Provide opioid emergency response kits and training; ensure first aid kits include naloxone rescue kits.
BATHROOMS (WELL CERTIFIED) WATER HARVESTING / RECYCLING AND GREY WATER SYSTEMS
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Single-user bathrooms meet the following requirements:
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Grey water reclamation
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30% less potable water than existing space
Includes sign or label with text and/or symbols to indicate that the room is a bathroom and that it is -inclusive of all genders.
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Provide the following:
OCCUPANT INVOLVEMENT (RECYCLING, COMPOSTING, ETC.)
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Trash receptacle.
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Sanitary pads and/or tampons at no cost or subsidized by at least 50%.
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Storage and collection of recyclables; paper, cardboard, glass, plastics, metals, woods to be reused or recycled. use of locate waste handlers and buyers
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Meet local accessibility code without exclusions or exemptions.
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Meet occupant demand in quantity and location based on size of project (to ensure bathrooms are conveniently located for all occupants).
ALLOWANCE FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES SUCH AS SOLAR INCOME, WATER AND WIND POWER •
Solar Panel allowance on roof
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Acoustical considerations and analysis of key areas
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SITE PLAN LEED SUSTAINABLE CATEGORIES: Location & Transportation Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Innovation
Petrichor Healing Environment is committed to remain in the building for at least 10 years. Dense residentail neighbourhood
Parking and charging stations for green vehicles Flat roof space for solar panel placement
FIFTEENTH STREET
Lockable bicycle storage
SIXTEENTH STREET
Reduced parking footprint and developed backyard area as a social and traing space
3210 LAKE SHORE BLVD WEST
The buildings main entrance is within a 1/2-mile walking distance of the main entrance of a food retail, bank branch, hair dresser, education facility, daycare, diners and pharmacy. LAKE SHORE BLVD WEST Transit line 301, 501 & 508 direct access to 3210 Lakeshore Blvd W.
Green space/park COLONEL SAMUEL SMITH PARK
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FLOOR PLAN LEED SUSTAINABLE CATEGORIES: Location & Transportation Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Innovation
Exterior greenery space Permanent and accessible space for food production thorugh edible wall within cafe Modular millwork for flexibiliy within space Motion light sensors in all closed rooms to ensure energy conservation Individual thermal & Lighting controls Operable windows in closed spaces for natural ventilation. CO2 sensors installed Dual flush toilets and low taps. All equipment to meet Energy Policy Act Standards Access to nature within building through interior gardens Acoustic consideration and stratefy at cafe. theatre, refer to page *** Daylight responisve lighting controls in gallery space to accomodate for daylight from windows & skylight above Automatic shading system and overhang to reduce thermal heating from southern sun exposure Views to greenery across LakeShore Blvd W.
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SECTION LEED SUSTAINABLE CATEGORIES: Location & Transportation Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Innovation
Automatic shading system and overhang to reduce thermal heating from southern sun exposure
Individual thermal & Lighting controls
Skylight for added natural daylight within interior of space
Interior greenery space
Acoustic consideration and strategy at cafe & theatre, refer to page xxx
Modular millwork for flexibiliy within space
Motion light sensors in all closed rooms to ensure energy conservation
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TECHNICAL ANALYSIS Accoustic Strategy The acoustic environment plays an important role in supporting (or disrupting) the overall sense of comfort within a space. Acoustical design is the planning, shaping, finishing and furnishing of an enclosed space to establish an acoustical environment necessary for the distinct hearing of speech and musical sound. The quality of sound within a building depends on many things from structural, mechanical and aesthetic design and finishes. The placement of hard and soft materials and the construction of partitions change the way sound is reflected, absorbed and transmitted. In the design of an open event space the ceiling design and finishes play a key role in how sound will be reflected, absorbed and transmitted throughout the space. SOUND BASICS Sound is essentially a rapid fluctuation in air pressure. It can be defined as a physical wave length, as a mechanical vibration, or as a series of pressure variations in an elastic medium. A sound is a range of vibrations to which the human auditory system is specifically sensitive. Sound waves project from human speech or a vibrating object outward until they hit a surface that either reflects or absorbs them. Sound behaves differently in a given space depending on the shape, size, and proportions of the room. The amount of sound of various frequencies that are absorbed, reflected and dissfracted from a room’s surface and contents also determine acoustic effects. The room’s shape determines the geometry of the paths along which sound is reflected and can alter the sound quality.
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Diffusion
AUDITORIUMS/ EVENT SPACE The acoustic design of an open event space must be flexibly and involves room acoustics, noise control and sound system design. Changing the volume of the space, moving reflective surfaces, or adding or subtracting sound absorbing treatments can alter the acoustic environment of the space. The ceiling and side walls at the front of the auditorium distribute sound to the audience, they must be close enough to the speaker to minimize time delays between direct and reflected sound. The ceiling and side wall also provide diffusion. To allow adjustments to the acoustics for different events, large areas of tracked sound-absorbing acoustic wall can be installed along the rooms boundaries. For lectures permanent sound absorption on the ceiling, rear, and side walls results in a low reverberation time. Walls can retractable into storage pockets when maximum reverberation time is the goal. A combination of sound-reflecting and soundabsorbing materials should be used. Upholstery covered with an open weave material is recommended.
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