R E F L E C T I O N

Position

On looking back at my manifestos, I do feel that I am fulfilling these within my design, from my research and analysis of how architecture can contribute towards a mental health healing process as well as how a space can influence and affect those who are neurodivergent. I would further like to look at sustainability and biomorphism through landscaping, within my work, further integrating my design with nature in a sustainable way.

Proposition

In my proposition, I have focussed heavily on sensory and transition zoning, as I feel that that can be one of the most important changes to how we layout our spaces for anyone. I have also tried to include unique spaces, such as hyperfocus rooms, and escape and panic spaces. I have correlated this to generating the form and materiality of my structure, and looked at precedents to inform my decisions, and I would like to look at this in further depth and detail

Proposal

As an initial proposal, I have illustrated the layout and positioning of the spaces I want to have in my building, as well as the building form and dimensions. I would further like to go onto to add dimension, structure, and animate my design, as well as better utilization of space. The design is succesful in bringing people closer to nature, reducing anxiety, and connectivity is at the centre of the design, driving the way people interact with the project.

Self Critique

The spacialised spaces remain very vague and need some more consideration, but these spaces will develop as my project continues. Additionally, one issue I find difficult with my research, is that a lot of the information around mental health, and neurodivergency is wrong or outdated, so going off my own experiences, I am wary of creating a building that is too subjective. In order to prevent this, I must continue to ask of others expereinces as well.

Future Of The Project

I hope to further resolve my project, by looking at making more flexible spaces within the building and increasing the prevalence of vegetation and biophyllic design. I am also going to look at other factors that create a comfortable calming and navigatable space for all. I would also like to include sustainability more within my project, so environmental considerations will be looked at. I am excited to develop my buildings dimension, structure and circulation.