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Workplace Design
PROJECT DETAILS (2022)
• Project Designers – Lance Gillespie with Instructors Cheri Jacobs, Cheyne Brown, & James Bailey
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• Programs Used – Adobe (Illustrator, InDesign, & Photoshop), Preview, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, & Twinmotion
SITE PLAN
The site is located at 101 Seaport Blvd. in Boston, MA - Suite 600.
Site Analysis
This project was located in Boston which has had increasing levels of mental issues and remains a hub for innovation. This provides an ideal location to develop and test products as well as ideas. Some key information about the site:
• The space is the sixth floor covering roughly 12,000 Square Feet
• The space faces the harbor on the North corner of the highlighted building
Branding
While this is a tech company it is more important than ever that humanity understands its roots while they advance by using mental health to enable the individual. NEXT is combating the worldwide mental health crisis with the production of telepresence robots that help professionals connect with patients virtually. The goal of the products is to make these services more widely accessible and engaging.
Deliverables Produced
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Given the clients sector of business within the tech industry and values the logo reflects both mental health and technology:
1. The form around the business name is an organic representation of the human brain.
2. The color of the brain form is Baker-Miller pink as a representation of color influences behavior.
3. There is a break in the brain form to represent breaking barriers and thinking outside of the norm.
4. The six breaks in the brain form represent the six emotional states considered in the space design.
5. The text in the logo connects with the idea of a computer chip as a link to the technology side of the company.
Design Concept
The environment will be curated with various emotional designation zones for people to nonverbally communicate how they may be feeling with thoughtfully designe workstations to embrace the user. In crafting spaces that support the expression of various emotions we can allow these to become drivers rather than obstacles. Diverse regions in between will support team functions with areas of mixed emotions and ranges in furniture types. Pathways and environments will emulate the emotion they are tied to in color, form, and texture for a dynamic and engaging experience.
COLOR & FORM RATIONALE
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Began to research colors related to emotions to help support the emotional zones.
Design Inspiration Board
Created zones based off the six main emotions. Happiness, Surprise, Anger, Disgust, Saddness, and Fear.
Chose shades relating to the emotion with a compliment to it’s shared emotion type.
Used facial features to inspire forms.
Zone Emotions Colors Facial Form Inspired Form
The Astonished Zone
The Capricious Zone
Happiness & Surprise (Yellow & Blue/Green)
Anger & Disgust (Red & Purple)
Arches & Circles
Sharp Angles & Triangles
The Mercurial Zone
Saddness & Fear (Blue & Green)
Many Edges/Forms
The first sketch shows initial observations of the site with bubble diagramming. The second sketch shows layout of emotional zones with the correlating path. In the third sketch the floor plan almost complete with material and lighting.
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Key Takeaways:
1. The Sun Path & Best Views.
2. There are 3 main zones with unique acoustics, forms and materials.
3. Paths are dynamic and push office engagement.
RENDERED FLOOR PLANS & MATERIALITY
Elevation Off The Entry Sequence
From the floor plan it can be seen that there is not a straight entry into the space. The entry is angled by 45 degrees to create visual interest in te space. This elevation shows how the wall seen from the elevators would indicate and invite guests or workers to the office. The reception space features a custom desk that flows with the pathways. This helps to ensure guests will be welcomed on arrival and the waiting area is combined with the product mock-up space to further intrique quests about the robots and allow a space to test them.
Render Of The Reception
Design Concept Of The Home Office Lab
The home office lab is designed with medical professionals in mind as to how they may set up and work with clients virtually. Products would be kept on hand for showing clients how to use and suggest the best product.
Render Of The Home Office Lab
LIGHTING & MATERIALITY
NEXT aims to try and foster an inclusive and mentally healthy creative platform for their workers by having spaces that allow for different emotional states and or work modes. The Home Office Lab rentals for employees to navigate their health.
Design Concept Of The Astonished Workstations
The Astonished Zone is mainly a conbination of the emotions of happiness and surprise. It is centered around being more open and facilitating communication across the majority of the office.
Render Of The Astonished Workstations
ACCOUSTICS & MATERIALITY
The Astonished Zone outfitted with SPRK flooring and Black Satin finishes. This zone features round suspended accoustic panels with all spaces using Steelcase V.I.A. modular walls and accoustic glass. Accoustic dividers are used throughout.
Design Concept Of The Capricious Workstations
The Capricious Zone is a combination disgust or anger. These meanings are not always as literal but have been translated into a slightly more private zone with some communication.
Design Concept Of The Mercurial Workstations
In the last zone sadness and fear combine for a focus space. This space is meant to helps those who get distracted or need space to be in their emotions and get work done. A benefit of the zone is tracking frequent users for check in’s.
RENDER OF THE CAPRICIOUS WORKSTATIONS
RENDER OF THE MERCURIAL WORKSTATIONS
ACCOUSTICS & MATERIALITY
The Capricious Zone outfitted with Code flooring and Brushed Aluminum finishes. This zone features triangular suspended accoustic panels with all spaces using Steelcase V.I.A. modular walls and accoustic glass. These work stations include wrap round privcy panels. Accoustic dividers are used throughout.
ACCOUSTICS & MATERIALITY
The Mercurial Zone outfitted with Space for All flooring and Brushed Brass finishes. This zone features polygon suspended accoustic panels with all spaces using Steelcase V.I.A. modular walls and accoustic glass. These work stations include wrapping privacy panels with arched cover. Accoustic dividers are used throughout.
Furniture Specifications
Life Safety Codes
2015 International Building Code
2020 Massachusetts Energy Code
2015 International Existing Building Code
2015 International Mechanical Code
Ma State Building Code 9th Edition
Applicable Codes
• Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems 2013 of MA
• 527 CMR 12.00: MA Electrical Code
• 2015 International Mechanical Code
• National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code 2013 of MA
Material Specifications
• 527 CMR 1.00: MA Comprehensive Fire Safety Code
Life Safety Plan
WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | FOCUS - PRIVACY WORK
Focus - Privacy Work | Occupancy - 1 | Sq. Ft. - 37.5
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is a private space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and introverted workmode that can be reserved and informs when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 5’ 0” x 7’ 6”
» Organizational Identity: Provides a brandized space with privacy to make users comfortable for virtual meetings
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Having an aesthetically pleasing support space such as this helps with attracting and retaining talent
Furniture Plan Scale:
1) Wall behind door to be brandized accent wall for those taking virtual meetings in the space
1) Double wall sconces to provide lighting for video confrencing
• Accoustic ceiling recommended with selection to be chosen based on space design
1) Standing desk to provide comfort and versatility to be fitted with an electronic reservation machine on the immediate exterior of the room
WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | COLLAB - MEET ANYWHERE
Collaboration - Collab from Anywhere |
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is a open space for in-person & hybrid workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and synchronus workmode that can be reserved and informs when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 10’ - 0” x 10’ 0”
» Organizational Identity: Allows users to interact with each other and virtually to achieve goals for an organizationl identity of flexibility
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Having an aesthetically pleasing support space such as this helps with attracting and retaining talent
2) Built in electrical ports for charging in table
3) Space to be fitted with an electronic reservation machine
1) Diffused task pendant lighting to be installed in the center of the space and should be between 18” - 20” in Diameter
• Accoustic ceiling recommended with selection to be chosen based on space design
1) 360 Meeting Owl & Monitor to be provided for virtual collaboration
2) Built in electrical ports for charging in table
3) Space to be fitted with an electronic reservation machine Space may be fitted with dividers on select sides depending on chosen privacy and layout
WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | COLLAB - DUO DARKNESS POD WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | FOCUS - DARKNESS POD
Focus - Darkness Pod | Occupancy - 1 | Sq. Ft. - 25
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is a semi-private space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and asynchronous workmode that is open to all and informs visually when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 5’ - 0” x 5’ - 0”
» Organizational Identity: Understanding and accomodating need for dark workspaces and providing solutions
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Provides an adjustable space with privacy to make users comfortable and considered
Collaboration - Double Darkness Pod | Occupancy - 2 | Sq. Ft. - 50
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is a semi-private space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and synchronous workmode that is open to all and informs visually when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 5’ - 0” x 10’ - 0”
» Organizational Identity: Allows users to interact with each other to achieve goals for an organizationl identity of comfort and flexibility
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Providing a range of collaboration spaces to facilitate comfort and flexibility
Furniture Plan Scale: 1/4” = 1’ 0” RCP Scale: 1/4” = 1’ 0”
1) Cover with curtain provides escape from glare when doing work on computers
• Space is to be in an open workspace area
• No lighting solutio needed as it is a dark space intended to remove issues with glare
• Accoustic ceiling recommended with selection to be chosen based on space design
3D Axon Not to Scale
1) Cover with curtain provides escape from glare when doing work on computers
2) High back allows full coverage and provides a space within a space
3) Curtain allows for flexibility and privacy
4) Side tables provide workspace for a device
5) Built-in outlets provide power to the user
1) Cover with curtain provides escape from glare when doing work on computers
• Space is to be in an open workspace area
• No lighting solutio needed as it is a dark space intended to remove issues with glare
1) Cover with curtain provides escape from glare when doing work on computers
2) High back allows full coverage and provides a space within a space
3) Curtain allows for flexibility and privacy
4) Side tables provide workspace for a device
5) Built-in outlets provide power to the user
WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | COLLAB - CREATIVE MEETING WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | SOCIAL - TETHERBALL ARENA
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is an open space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and synchronous workmode that is open to all and informs visually when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 15’ - 0” x 15’ - 0”
» Organizational Identity: Allows users to interact with each other to achieve goals for an organizationl identity of comfort and flexibility
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Providing a range of collaboration spaces to facilitate comfort and flexibility Furniture Plan Scale: 1/4”
1) A moveable unit with a TV screen provides space to present ideas
2) A moveable unit with a whiteboard allows for creative collaboration
3) Side tables/stools allow for increased occupancy
• Space is to be in an open workspace area
1) Diffused task pendant lighting to be installed in the center of the space and should be between 25” 30” in Diameter
• Accoustic ceiling recommended with selection to be chosen based on space design
1) High back allows full coverage and provides a space within a space
2) Nesting tables allow for flexibility
WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | COLLAB - ROOM IN A ROOM
Collaboration - Room in a Room Meeting | Occupancy - 4 | Sq. Ft. - 100
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is a semi-private space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and synchronous workmode that is open to all and informs visually when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 10’ - 0” x 10’ - 0”
» Organizational Identity: Allows users to interact with each other to achieve goals for an organizationl identity of comfort and flexibility
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Providing a range of collaboration spaces to facilitate comfort and flexibility
Social - Tetherball Arena | Occupancy - 2 to 30 | Sq. Ft. - 706
Key Design Features and Materials
• This is an open space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: The space is an unassigned and asynchronous workmode that is open to all and informs visually when it is in use
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 5’ 0” x 7’ 6”
» Organizational Identity: Provides a bonding experience while allowing everyone to be included and have a space
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: A fun and unique game for the workplace helps with attracting and retaining talent
1) Side tables provide workspace for a device
• Space is to be in an open workspace area
1) Diffused task pendant lighting to be installed in the center of the space and should be between 18” 20” in Diameter
• Accoustic ceiling recommended with selection to be chosen based on space design
1) High back allows full coverage and provides a space within a space
1) Walking path providing a safe space to walk around matches
2) Built in seating to provide space to watch and socialize
3) Extra stools added by preference for additional seating
• Space is located outdoors and does not require a ceiling shade elements could interfere with the ball swing
1) Seating area to be cast in place using walkway stone
2) Court built to tetherball court standard of 10’ in radius with a 10’ pole that is removable for events.
WORKPLACE TYPOLOGY | RESPITE - THE QUIET FLEX SPACE
Respite - The Quiet Flex Space | Occupancy - 1 | Sq. Ft. - 56
Key Design Features and Materials
This is a private space for in-person workers
» Work Modes: This is an unassigned and introverted workmode that can be used for private moments, personal calls & religious practices
» Space Planning/Layout: Space to be of modular design at 7’ - 6” x 7’ - 6”
» Organizational Identity: The space is to use neutral colors/materials in order to appeal to a wider range of uses based on organizational identity
» Attracting & Retaining Talent: Spaces for private moments outside of work necessity help to attract and retain talent as the users feel supported
1) Chair selection can change keeping in mind intended use and versatility. (i.e. easy use for mothers or those with disabilities)
Space to allow for a comfortable armchair, side table, and a yoga mat to be rolled out
1) Indirect ambient pendant lighting to be installed in the center of the space and should be between 12” 15” in Diameter
• Accoustic ceiling recommended with selection to be chosen based on space design
1) Plants on the side table or hanging on the wall to add an element of clean air and greenery to the space forhealth benefits.
• If a window is present in the space consider window coveringss for privacy
• Space to be fitted with an electronic reservation machine on the immediate exterior of the room
