Undergraduate | Architecture PLAYCUBES

THE METAMORPHIC HOSPITAL

Capstone 2021

Duration : 28 Weeks

Site : nil

The Capstone project is a collaboration between companies and senioryear students. Students of different majors come together to work in teams and contribute their technology and design expertise to solve real-world challenges faced by companies. The Capstone project will culminate with a design showcase, unveiling the innovative solutions from the graduating cohort.

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We initially hypothesized that current playgrounds are outdated and do not cater to the needs of the generation today that are growing up in a digital world. To check this, we visited two playgrounds - a conventional playground and a digitally-driven playground - to observe how children play in these contrasting spaces. Marine Cove Playground was our pick as the conventional playground and the Art Science Museum: Future World was the digital counterpart.

Using the observational methods of gate method, static snapshot and people following, we found that conventional playgrounds v, are still able to strongly engage children’s interest and provide a space for free play, which is an important factor that allows children’s imagination to run wild. At the Art Science Museum, the combination of physical activity and digital technology provides an elevated play experience for children.

With this discovery, we decided to keep core traditional elements of physical playgrounds, while incorporating digital features that would help enhance the overall experience of free play.

design process the product was an amalgamation of various processes and multiple rounds of iteration digital elements digital rock wall rock climbing wall with light sensor-fitted rock holds. each sensor allows for two play functions physical elements individual elements the design incorporates deconstructed components that make digital elements conductive hand cut outs are all linked to a specific note, creating a tune when stringed together

PlayCubes is a 2 m x 2 m modular pop-up playground that allows for mobility and scalability. By integrating digital components, PlayCubes caters to both the physical and digital needs of 3-9 year olds.