Rolfe, Lauren

from F23_IARD 3805 | DESIGN V Workplace Design

SURVEY CONTENT ANALYSIS

I choose to be a genuine person that prioritizes being present and respectful of every person that enters my life. I try to be considerate of what people are going through and understand them. To have teamwork, I am an accountable and compassionate person. I have the utmost admiration for those who demonstrate determination in their everyday lives. I am thankful for the amazing life my parents have created for my brother and me.

Do you have any plans after this semester?

I plan to go home for winter break and be with my family. I also plan on updating my projects for my portfolio.

What type of designer would you like to be?

I am interested in workplace, retail, and hotel design. I am still keeping an open mind.

Can you tell me about any problems you ran into in the studio or outside?

I think balancing all my classes along with the studio was a little challenging.

What kind of place would you like to design next?

I would like to design either a hotel or a retail space.

What do you think makes a good workplace?

I think that designing a space that benefits the employees needs is the most important because they will be spending the most time in the space.

Can you tell me what evidence-based design means to you?

It means that the designer needs to have a good reason for a certain design choice, and how it is going to be beneficial to the user and the space.

Compared to previous semesters, the semester may be challenging in many ways, but you may be able to see your accomplishments. Reviewing your accomplishments, what did you learn from this studio?

I learned how to balance my time well. It is important to me to get all my course work done in the most successful way, but I also value that it is important to set time outside of school to hang out with my friends or have some me time.

Would you like to share anything with future students of this studio?

Stay on top of all your assignments because missing one day can set you back.

PROJECT STATEMENT: elements from one space to another. To create a “Fixed to Fluid” environment, NEXT has the option for a hybrid workplace, multipurpose spaces, and modular furniture systems. There is an option for both “Open+Enclosed” spaces throug see-through partitions and open concept spaces. Lastly, to “Braid the Digital+Physical” environment, spaces have ambient lighting, access to natural light, and incorporate high-end technology throughout each space. Overall, the design puts the employees first and meets any needs they require.

NEXT, an innovative architectural and interior design firm headquartered in Los Angeles, established in 1976, operates globally across various sectors like corporate workplaces, healthcare, education, aviation, hospitality, and sports. With 27 offices worldwide and plans for expansion, it values a growth-oriented team, welcoming diverse perspectives and creativity. The company prioritizes sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion in its designs and community engagement.

To better connect with clients in Dallas, Texas, a new office is set to open. Seeking to create a design task force for this new space, NEXT invites fresh perspectives, particularly from younger team members, understanding their influence on future workplace dynamics. NEXT aims to align the new office design with the needs and preferences of multiple generations while capturing the essence of the company’s brand and local inspiration. The company aims to craft the Dallas workplace as a collaborative hub supporting internal teams and client interactions while reflecting its core values and inviting community engagement.