MSM INTERIOR DESIGN
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Thesis Project
VIVE
2 3 4 5 AVENTURA HOSPITAL Healthcare Design
HERMES
Workplace Design
SL x SCHIAPARELLI Super Yacht Design
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Cruise-Ship Design
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VIVE PALLIATIVE CARE Thesis Project
The palliative care facility VIVE serves as a place of calm in the midst of chaos to the adult cancer patient and caregiver. VIVE enhances the user’s wellness by offering palliative care and complementary therapies. It caters a humanistic design that enhances and reinforces the user’s wellbeing while removing the negative perception associated with palliative care. The facility heightens the senses and creates a feeling of presence while the color palette brings calmness and creates a place of empathy. Awards: Creative Risk Taking by FIU
RESEARCH OBJECTIVE Implementation of wellness strategies through the interior design of a palliative care facility on adult (45+) cancer patients’ and their caregivers’ emotional and mental needs and wellbeing
WHAT ARE WELLNESS STRATEGIES?
Considerations made in the design of the interior environment as a way of reducing stress, anxiety and pain As outlined by Roger Ulrich’s Supportive Design Theory, considerations include: Perceptions of Control Visual privacy Audible privacy Accessibility to variety of areas Control of thermal conditions Ergonomics considerations Social Support Furniture arrangements Floor/room layouts Comfortable waiting areas Variety of social spaces Positive Distractions Happy faces Caring faces Nature elements
WHAT IS PALLIATIVE CARE? Specialized medical care for people living with a serious illness. Focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of the illness to improve quality of life for the patient and the family
GOAL
To remove the negative perception associated with palliative care facilities and create a positive experience for the adult cancer patients and caregivers
WHY? Palliative care facility is a new interdisciplinary medical caregiving approach. It is most of the time not sought after due to lack of education or only offered at hospitals or hospice facilities
HOW? By transcending the typical offerings of palliative care, which includes physical, emotional, spiritual, caregiver needs, and practical needs, by sumplementing varying complementary therapies
SITE ANALYSIS
Location:
Amara Cay Resort 80001 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL
Median age:
46 years old
Traffic:
Light to moderate
Wind:
8.9-13.8 mph
Noise:
Medium to low
Basic Needs:
16-20 min drive to closest hospital
WHY ISLAMORADA?
Islamorada offers clear waters, colorful coral reefs, variety of shops and restaurants, and endless potential for outdoor fun Known as the Sport-Fishing Capital of the world
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Perfect weather all year long Noise levels around area won’t interfere with therapies Median age is ideal for facility since cancer patients to be treated are adults
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SECOND LEVEL
DESIGN GUIDANCE STIMULATION OF SENSES Use of textured materials, lighting, sound masking systems, refreshment stations, art, views and program meant to enhance the senses to help reduce stress, anxiety and pain from the user BIOMORPHIC FORMS Biomorphic design helps reduce stress due to an induced shift in focus, awakening curiosity and enhancing concentration Use of materials and furniture with organic shapes and patterns, and curved walls VISUAL AND AUDIBLE PRIVACY Use of partitions, curtains, ceiling baffles, and sound masking systems VARIETY OF AREAS Each rooms serves a unique program. Some are meant to foster community engagement while others provide privacy and refuge WAYFINDING SOLUTIONS Race track circulation, use of signage throughout the facility, reception desk at entry, consultation spaces, and ceiling design SPACE TO DISCONNECT Dedicated spaces for patients and caregivers, while providing private areas for staff
AU D I B L E P R I VAC Y Use of glass to offer audible privacy for staff members
VA R I E T Y O F A R E A S Offering spaces for staff to disconnect as well as for patients and caregivers while waiting
ELEVATION BIOMORPHIC FORMS Stairs are inspired by shapes reminiscent of nature
WAY F I N D I N G S O LU T I O N S Use of signage to ease wayfinding for the users
RECEPTION DESK
LOUNGE AREA
PHYSICAL THERAPY
VARIETY OF AREAS Physical therapy room is divided in three areas such as rock climbing wall, personalized therapy and treadmills.
ARCHITECTURE Use of existing architecture to create a grid and separate three different spaces
STIMULATION OF SENSES By offering the users something to look at
NOURISHMENT
VARIETY OF AREAS The nourishment room offers three different areas: Storage, cooking tables, and dinning
STIMULATION OF SENSES Sculpted plaster serves as art pieces throghout the space
COLOR THEORY Use psychology behind color to have a positive effect on users
COMMUNITY Spaces that create community by allowing users to get together
THRESHOLD
SOUND + COLOR THERAPY
FLOATING ZONE
ACUPUNCTURE
QUIET ROOM
CHAIR YOGA
STAFF LOUNGE
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AVENTURA HOSPITAL Healthcare Design
The expansion to the ED to the Aventura Hospital offers the patients, caregivers and staff members a humanistic design that focuses on their well-being and functionality of the space. The design is influenced by the way the users and environment interact and influence each other creating a dynamic space. This dynamism will allow a transaction between patients, caregivers and staff leading to a higher level of satisfaction and effective care. Partner: Carolina Cardona Awards: Crane Kick by Mortarr Design Excellence Award by FIU
ENTRANCE
Adjacency
FLOOR PLAN
Organizational
Functional
CAFE VIEW
RECEPTION DESK DESIGN GUIDANCE Create spaces that foster community engagement and promote social well-being. Help reduce stress through the use of calming colors and curves.
TEAMWORK AREA DESIGN GUIDANCE Create a dynamic space to reflect the dynamism of the social system by implementing a central nurse station to oversee the patients.
WAYFINDING DESIGN GUIDANCE Provide proper signage to allow ease of accessibility within the department with the use of lighting, illuminated signs and murals.
EMERGENCY ROOMS DESIGN GUIDANCE Incorporate biophilic design with the use of murals and connection to nature by offering natural light.
HERMES
Workplace Design
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Hermes is a powerful and rich in history brand. The design of the headquarter pays tribute to their heritage, grandeur and the iconic moments that make Hermes the powerful brand it is. The innovation behind such a classic and minimalistic brand is represented by the connection between metal beams and the stoned Corinthian columns. The selection of materials, color palette and the juxtaposition of the architecture vs. interior design will provide a “The Magic Box” feeling inspired by the emblematic orange box. Since designing based on the well-being of the worker has proven to increase productivity to an 80% and reduce absenteeism to a 78%, the headquarters use natural light and views to reduce stress in workers, materials that improve air quality, flexible areas to promote privacy or collaboration, and central stairs to promote movement. Awards: Artistic and Creative Award by Florida International University
THIRD FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR
ENTRANCE
Concept Model Juxtaposition behind the idea of a heavy Greek temple and a much lighter industrial architecture. Shows contrast in the use of materials, stone vs. metal, and color palette. Represents the entrance to this new world and the innovation behind such a traditional brand as Hermes.
CAFE VIEW
KEYS TO PRODUCTIVE & ENGAGED EMPLOYEES WELL-BEING Individual Positive, healthy stage where one flourishes mentally and physically
FLEXIBILITY Community Variety of spaces that offer opportunities for different kinds of collaboration and privacy
BRANDING Company
Representation of mission, goals and values of the company. As well as logo and color palette of Hermes
MAINTAINING THESE FACTORS WILL LEAD TO 61%
Reduced medical costs
78%
Reduced absenteeism
80%
Increased productivity
CEO OFFICES CEO offices overlooking the headquarters representing hierarchy while offering the privacy needed.
WORKSTATIONS Working spaces, such as offices, open workstations and seating along the windows, to allow flexibility in the workplace.
CONCLUSION WELL-BEING Circulation 5,600 sq ft of vertical and horizontal circulation. Serving as a way of exercising
Air Quality
Use of materials that help increasing air quality
Biophilic Design
Use of curtain walls to increase access of natural light.
FLEXIBILITY Private vs. Public
32% Public Spaces 38% Private Spaces 30% Semi-Private Spaces
Communities
2,500 sq ft of spaces dedicated for users to be able to create small communities
BRANDING Values
76% of materials are raw, sustainable or recyclable
Visual
Use of the idea of the orange box for design of offices and color palette. As well as the horse from logo
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SL X SCHIAPARELLI Super Yacht Design
SD126 is a luxurious special edition yacht for the rebellious yachtman that seeks elegance with a hint of surrealism. The main goal for the special edition yacht is the sense of connection. The use of open plans will allow a connection between the spaces , between the inside and outside, and create spaces that allow people to connect with each other. The unusual use of exclusive materials and organic shapes used throughout the space represent the harmony from San Lorenzo and the surreal style of Elsa Schiaparelli.
ABOUT THE CLIENT SanLorenzo is one of the top yacht producers in the world. Finest craftsmanship and advanced technology. “Made-to-measure” luxury yachts.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Elsa Schiaparelli was an Italian fashion designer. One of the most prominent figures between the two Worls Wars. Designs heavily influenced by Surrealism.
DESIGN GUIDELINES Surrealism Eclectic Biomorphic Connection Defiant
ENTRANCE The first glance of surrealism the guests will see upon arrival is a tank inspired by Schiaparelli’s jewelry Spring Summer 2020 Collection.
DINING ROOM Il Polpo serves as a lighting fixtures connecting two decks. The deconstructed octopus offers the guest a taste of Elsa’s surrealist and biomorphic design. Il Polpo Lounge is the heart of the SD126 where guests gather together and connect.
IL POLPO LOUNGE
OWNER’S CABIN Custom wall sconces
FLY BRIDGE The fly bridge is the area where the guests get together to relax. It counts with a sunbathing area, lounge, bar, and an infinity pool.
...SENSUUM
Cruise-Ship Design
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...Sensuum Spa is a holistic approach to wellness through an experience of the senses. It aims to serve as a pause in the midst of constant frenzy, represented through the use of curvilinear forms that take the edge off of the fast-paced lifestyle and sharper forms commonly associated with Virgin Voyages. The space will also serve as an outlet to reconnect with ourselves, while simultaneously connecting with others through a variety of communal experiences, such as the spa bar, where the guests can have facials, hand massages, and organic drinks. The spaces look to treat users from the inside out using natural and sustainable products, which ties with Virgin’s own brand. Soft lavender accents can be found all over the spa as users reconnect and refresh through a spiritual experience of the senses. Partners: Carolina Cardona + Gabriela Mesquita + Rachael Cowan Awards: Ceramics of Italy 2020
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ENTRANCE The pause sign represents the idea of pausing our hectic lifestyle to be able to get in touch with ourselves and our senses.
RECEPTION DESK
SPA BAR + STAIRS The Spa-Bar serves as a branding moment for Virgin Voyages since they focus on always having fun and creating a sense of community.
SPA BAR
HAMAM ROOM
COUPLE’S ROOM Treatment rooms are designed to be flexible for groups of people and for the voyager that prefers privacy.
WET AREAS Pool Area Pools areas offer a variety of choices: Hot tubs, jacuzzis, whirpools and inifnity pool. Co-Ed Showers The co-ed showers reflect both values in the spa, offering a communal space for people of all genders to gather and enjoy
CO-ED SHOWERS