Table of Contents
Preliminary Design - Classroom Design - Media Center
Preliminary
Project Overview
West Haven Elementary, an interactive and inclusive school, is located in West Haven, Utah. They have reached out to our team for collaboration with interior design and architecture within their preschool sector. Our design sector includes developing and designing an effectively used standard preschool classroom space and a highly anticipated media center. Typical preschool classrooms will be able to accommodate more than 10 students as the media center will be the heart of the school. The design will follow West Haven Elementary’s mission to help each individual student develop a sense of Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity.
Childhood Learning Research
During our research about early education learning, we have made the following discoveries:
• Scaling down furniture and fixtures creates a sense of importance for the children
• Natural features such as wood and neutral colors help enhance the children’s sense of calmness
• Accurate lighting, dimmable lighting and natural lighting are important in enhancing the children’s experience
• Acoustics should be enhanced throughout the classroom to provide reduced noise levels
• With integrated learning, movement is best within classroom; this includes desks that provide movement between lecture and team based models
• Designing flexible layouts help with mobility throughout interactions in the classroom
• There are a variety of ways we learn; therefore, we must design a variety of spaces where learning occurs
Standard Goals for Preschool Children:
Concept - Camp Discovery
Living in West Haven, Utah, the preschool class at West Haven Elementary is immersed into a nature-like conservatory where each individual child discovers who they are and explores the wonders this world has to offer. From camping-like reading nooks to nap time under the clouds, the preschool classrooms and school media center provide a safe haven for children to thrive in. West Haven Elementary aims to transform the lives of its students by providing an expansive curriculum and an inspiring atmosphere to make sure each student flourishes to their greastest potential.
Material Selection
Key
1. Biscanye Fabric (M1)
2. Agency Fabric (M4)
3. Halcyon Aspen Fabric (M7)
4. Maze Print Fabric (M6)
5. Synergy
6. Binary Code Carpet (CPT2)
7. Sea Salt Paint
8. Forest Wallpaper
9. Salamander Paint
10. Alhambra Fabric (M5)
11. Binary Code Carpet (CPT1)
12. Atomic Fabric (M2)
13. Almanac Fabric (M3)
Furnishings Selection
Purchase Order
Total Price: $117,094
Demographics
Population: 10,272
Elevation: 4,272’
Extensive parks and trails throughout the city
Incorporated in July 1991
10.64 square miles
Orginally, comprised of expanses of agricultural fields and dairies
West Haven Elementary
Tennis Court Park
Site Plan
Design - Classroom
Overview of Classroom Documentation, Renders, and Elevations
Rendered Furnishing Plan
GENERAL NOTES
1. CONTRACTOR TO SUBMIT A RECYCLING PLAN TO RECYCLE WASTE FROM SHIPPING AND INSTALLING THE FURNITURE.
Color-Coded Furnishing Plan
2. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR UNPACKING AND INSTALLING FURNITURE IN THEIR DESIGNATED LOCATIONS.
3. CONTRACTOR TO SCHEDULE AND COORDINATE WITH ALL BUILDING TRADES AND MOVERS.
4. CONTRACTOR TO TOUCH UP AND NICKS OR SCRATCHES ON FURNITURE DURING INSTALLATION.
5. CONTRACTOR NEEDS TO PRODUCE A LIST IDENTIFYING M ISSING OR DAMAGED PRODUCTS.
6. CONTRACTOR TO FIELD VERIFY EXISTING DIMENSIONS OF THE SPACE/STRUCTUE AGAINST THOSE SHOWN ON THE INSTALLATION PLAN WITH THE DESIGNER BEFORE INSTALLATION.
Color Coded Furniture Legend
Steelcase Montara 650 Lounge Chair (F1)
Steelcase Whiteboard (F2)
Steelcase Verb Whiteboard Easel (F3)
Steelcase Brody Series 488 Footrest (F4)
Steelcase Universal Pedestal-Mobile Box (F5)
Steelcase Ology Sit-to-Stand Desk (F6)
Steelcase Think Chair (F7)
Steelcase Turnstone Buoy Stools (F8)
Steelcase Bivi Storage (F9)
Steelcase Campfire Ottoman (F10)
Steelcase Coalesse (F11)
Steelcase Campfire Tables (F12)
Steelcase Verb Table (F13)
Kitchenette
Bathroom
Color Coded Furniture Legend -
Finish + Furnishings Board
Walk In View - Front
Child View - Camping Corner
Walk In View - Back
Child View - Lecture Area
Kitchenette + Teacher Area
Design - Media Center
Overview of Media Center Documentation, Renders, and Elevations
Bubble Diagram
Rendered Furnishing Plan
Tree Column Sketch
Branches
Shelves
Tent Detail Sketch
Branch
Tables
Chairs