James Cond rehabilitation centre - design statement by srknowlton1

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DESIGN STATEMENT: Sarah Knowlton

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Int r oduc t ion: James Cond Rehabilition Centre

DESIGN STATEMENT: Welcome to the James Cond Rehabilition centre, located in the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. The facility will be opened in the Spring of 2023, and will be funded by the Birmingham City council for the local citizens of the area. The design proposal focuses on giving opportunites to ex-convicts and those who have been previously accused of a crime. Birminghams current crime rate is at an all time high, with more than 1/3 of ex convicts recommiting a crime within the first year of leaving prison. And those who have been accused of a crime to which they never commited are more than likely to be left homeless, jobless but also suffering with mental illness. The sole purpose is to allow equal oppotunties, to allow these citizens to feel accepted and place themselves back into society comfortably, but also allowing them to feel physically and mentally secure. The current building is only in use as a car park, this design proposal will allow a deep layer of connection towards the citizens and the site. Within the rehabilition centre will be a community area, which consits of a communal garden, Gym, Libary, computer space, and a cafe along with private and public meeting spaces and residental areas. The final outcome for the function of the design proposal is to reduce crime in Birmingham, reducing crime being repeated and to monitor citizens mental health, fundamentally it’s about creating equal oppotunties and allowing everyone to feel secure.

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CONTEN 4

Design Brief

Aims and Objectives Adjancy diagram User & client The ‘break free’ manifesto Site selection

Site analysis

Transport & connections Historical analysis Buildings material Pedestrian access SWOT analysis

Secondary Research

Crime research within Birmingham Primary research reflection

User development

User research Case studies User timelines Theorist analysis

NTS:

Case studies:

The Clayton community centre Halden Prison Shirely Ryan centre Reflection

Concept development

Concept statement Design driver: Conflict & invasion Design driver: movement Design driver: Community SWOT analysis

Spataial development

Initial sketching Zonal planning Volumetric diagramming Roof proposal Circulation route SWOT analysis

AC3.a Design installation

Material specification Construction analysis SWOT analysis

Design communication

Rendered Floor plans Rendered Section Atmospheric visuals Material board

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UCTION:

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BRIEF:

DESIGN

PROJECT TITLE: James Cond Rehabilitation Centre CLIENT: Birmingham Council USER: EX-Convicts and people who have previously been accused of a crime BUILDING INFORMATION: James Cond, located on George, Holland and Charlotte Street. Based within the Jewellery Quarter, B3 1PY

The building is currently not in use, and is operating as a car park for the local area. The building is split into 3 sections, either end of the building has 3 floors, where the middle area ( the car park) is a double height single foor space. There are 6 entrances to the building, one of George street, 3 on Holland street and 2 on Charlotte street. The building was used to operate a printing factory, for local newspapers and magazines around the UK, however after being built in 1930, the building has not been occupied in over 30 years. The council has renovated it into a car park. The building is located in the Jewellery Quarter, an historical site to the city of Birmingham, with over 200 listed buildings in the Jewellery Quarter, buildings such as: the Assay Office, Chamberlain Clock, and grade 1 area, St pauls Square. The James Cond building is not listed, however it is important to be mindful to be respectful of the other listed buildings in the area.

DESIGN PROPOSAL: The building is to be designed for the use of Ex-convicts who have been relseased from prison and people who have been previously accused of a crime. Through my previous research, these group of people struggled to re enter society through not being self dependable. They struggle to gain a job, accomodation and even food, basic living is a struggle. Through these struggles ex convicts or criminals are more than likely to commit more crimes as they are unsure on how to become a working citizen. The design proposal focuses on giving these group of people a second chance, allowing them to live part-time if need be, with shower rooms and communal kitchens. Educational facilities will also be introduced to develop their skills to help gain them employment. Other facilities include: Exercise, Mental and physical, and a communal canteen, to teach them the basics of how to cook, clean etc. Open plan offices will also be introduced, to allow for group support sessions with other previous convicts or therapists to provide guidance and support. Along with private offices for those who have been affected more with their mental health, and also interview pods, to allow the previous convict to gain employment. Finally, visitor facilities will be introduced aswell in the proposal, for family and friends to attend and support. Reception area, cafe, public seating and public toilets to allow comfort and relaxaing areas so they can visit and communicate with the user.

The proposal focuses solely on creating a community, for everyone to be treated as equal. Allowing for oppotunties and contributing towards brining the ex-convicts back into society.

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Giving ALL users the same equal oppotunitity to grow and become independent individuals

The proposal focuses on creating a safe haven, a community to develop physical, mental and educational skills

Finally, respecting and nuturing the users to feeling comfortable. It’s about allowing them to feel secure enough with themselves and society.

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Adjacency Diagram:

Excercise facilities Community space

Mental/Physical treatment facilities

Canteen area

Education facilities Communal Kitchen

Shar acc

Housing

Shower rooms

Private meeting offices Large open plan office spaces

octor/Nurse area

Staff area

Toilets Kitchen

red & private comodation

Visitors facilities Cafe

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1.1 Design Brief

MY DEFINITION:

Voilence (Noun)

Voilence within deisign should be challenging, the conflict and argument between two juxtasposed ideas should aswell be balanced and harmonised. Emphasisng conflict and voilation with the use of materials, color, scale and geometry. We should include voilence within design as a metaphor for appreciating the existing building and the complexity which modern materials and technology contribute in todays world.

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Design Manifesto:

The break free manifesto

The ‘Break free manifesto’ focuses on placing the user at the forefront of the design proposal. Questioning, who we are designing for and what is the purpose for the design. Influenced by Adrian Forty’s statement, “No design works unless it embodies ideas that are held common by the people for whom the object is intended.” The proposal must also focus on manipulating the users experience, which can be achieved by focusing on forms, scale and materials which have been specified.

As designers we focus on bringing new life and energy into a building. Creating an atmosphere which evokes a user’s emotional relationship with the space, or perhaps interferes with the connection between the user and the design. It is our duty to control a human being’s behaviour. With the use of materials, textures, and spatial arrangement. It enables us to manipulate the user’s journey and overall experience.

Using the act of violence as a form of healing rather than act of aggression .This will allow the designer to understand the connection with the user has within the environment.

My enjoyment from design comes from the user and only the user. Understanding the benifets which the proposal has on their health. Also, challenging what design is capable of. Can we use untraditional materials to become a new way of inhabiting a space? These are the questions we should be asking ourselves.

Movement can be a contribution to our influences within a design proposal. Moving forward we should look at inspiration towards how human’s behaviour and react within an environment. Shaping the architecture towards the want and needs of the user.

Within the Break free manifesto, designers must consider these key principles in order to create a well-established design proposal:

Focusing on the users at the centre will allow for the design proposal to become more understanding towards the needs and wants the users desire. Designing for the future means designing challenging what we already know, exploring new ideas.

-The built environment and how it impacts our mental and physical health -Carefully selected use of materials, which can influence a user’s experience. -Specifying sustainable materials. -Understanding physical space and its effects on human behaviour -Using materiality and form as source of healing - Explore new ways in which wellbeing design

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1.2 Design Manifesto

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL: The local government are responsible for thegovernance of the city of Birmingham. They are responsible for the wealfare of the community as well as council tax, schools, support for local business’s, travel and recycling etc.

LOCAL PRISONS: For my design proposal, my design proposal will need to link with local prisions. That way if a convict is leaving they are able to rely on the facility for accomodation etc.

EX CONVICTS: Finally, my main user are ex convicts/ people who have been accused of a crime. They will be living, working, socailising within the proposal.

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1.3 Client & user

Medicine Bakery: 69a New St, Birmingham B2 4DU

Reasons why: The main reason why I decided not to work with the Medicine gallery is because of its size. It’s a small building with limitations. As it is attached building there is no access for an extension to increase the size . Secondly, it’s located within the city centre of Birmingham, there is a lot traffic located, meaning it’s loud and in a highly populated area. With my design proposal I want to use a building which is open plan and is large enough to host residents and more. There are too many restrictions with the Medicine bakery. Overall, the site is not suitable for my design proposal, and I should focus on using a larger site.

The Easy hotel: John Bright St, Birmingham B1 1BL

Reasons why: The easy hotel is a 3 storey hotel located in the city centre of Birmingham. It is grade 2 listed and it’s facade features include terracotta detailing with 1920’s original brick work. Similarly to the Medicine Bakery, the main reason why I didn’t use this building as my site is because of it’s location. I’ts located in a highly busy and populated area. Within my proposal I am focusing on a rehabilition design, using a site with busy traffic will not be benifical to my proposal.

The scale of the building is well suited to my design proposal, it’s large, high ceiling rooms along with existing hotel bedrooms this seemed to be the best fit for my site, however the location doesn’t reflect the design proposal. Again, finding a site which is located further out of the city centre of Birmingham and in a quieter area will be more benifical, aswell as still having the large scale to allow for the residental and community space. F inal M a jor pro je c t

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1.4 Site Selection

The Round house:

Reasons why: The roundhouse is a grade 2* listed building located in the Jewellery Quarter. The building is currently not in use, but it used to be a barn to house horses within the earl 1800’s to the mid 1950’s. It’s location is it’s strength and driver for my project. It’s just outside of the Jewellery Quarter, but it’s also located next to the canal which emphaises the quitness and calmness of the area. I came to the conlusion not to use the Roundhouse as my site due to the scale of the building, For my design porposal I am aiming to design a rehabilition centre to help others, however because it’s a listed building, there are limitations to proposing any extensions. Within my proposal I am aiming to include housing, mental and physical clinics, and open plan facilities, for example, a cafe, a garden etc. Also, because of the shape of the building, it feels enclosed and quite defensive, whereas I am looking for a site which is open plan and can allow for a large amount of open plan space.

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1.4 Site Selection

James Cond: Birmingham B3 1PY

Reasons why: The James cond is located within the Jewellery Quarter. It was once an old printing factory, however over the lst couple of decades it is now abondened, disused and being used as a car park.

Another key advantage to using the James Cond building is that it is not a listed building, meaning that if I was to do any additional work or remove any key parts to the building than planning permission would be easier.

Either end of the building has 2 extensions, both two storey which could potentially be an oppotunity to design either private office spaces or meeting rooms.

Another part of the building which is a key strength is that amount of windows to the building. As I am proposing to design a wellness facility within Birmingham, the amount of light entering the building will effect the users mood and behaviour.

There are also mutiple entrances into the building, one located on Charlotte street, three located on Holland street and 3 on George street. Having multiple entrances to the site will allow me to monitor the several users entering the building.

The building has strong pedestrian access , with less than a mile walk to the train station and 30 yards to the nearest bus stop. Various car parks surrond the area, so access wouldnt be an issue for the users to visit.

For example the Charlotte street entrance is more private and secluded, rather than the main entrance on Holland street which is larger and perhaps will be better suited for larger volume groups of people.

Overall, I strongly belive that the James Cond building is best site for my design proposal. It’s location, scale and and (***) are the main reasons why I chose this site.

The location to the building aswell is a key strength to my project. As I am designing a rehabilitation center the area needs to be fairly quiet in order for the patients to be calm and serene.

Within my proposal, I do not wish to change the existing building, because the heritage of the building and it’s historic value to the site has high importance to me, because I want it to remain in the style as the other buildings.

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1.4 Site Selection

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2.1 site analysis

The invasion of skyscrapers

“ Buildings need to be recycled and repurposed as we move away from the model of ‘destroy, throw away and start again’ “ - Norman Foster

As part of my research into the James Cond building, I read an article by Norman Foster about his approach to choosing sites and how we as designers we can choose buildings withi sustainability in mind. Firstly, Norman Foster begins by saying, “Buildings need to be recycled and repurposed as we move away from the model of ‘destroy, throw away and start again’. This statement is one with which I strongly agree with, and the main reason why I decided to use the James Cond building as my site for this project.

Birmingham is becoming increasingly more busy, with the number of people travelling in and out of the city, but also it’s becoming increasingly modernised. With the development of HS2 and the new business offices within Victoria Square, Birmingham is becoming more moden by the decade. As part of tryingt to be sustaianable and respectful of the heritage of Birmingham, I have chosen select this building. Norman Foster laso states, “That is the ultimate sustainable building: one you can recycle than destroy , throw away and start again”

A large amount of small, independent business start within both the Jewellery Quarter and Digbeth and they both hold value to the community. Working with modern buildings there lacks an emotional connection with the user and the building, aswell as the materials. Overall, I believe as designers we need to be more effiecent and sustainable when selecting our sites for the chosen project. If we continue to work along side new and modern architecture there is no historic value there.

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2.1 site analysis

Jewellery Quarter: Listed buildings

Historical context of the Jewellery Quarter: The Jewellery Quarter is a heritage site, eventhough the James Cond building is not a listed building, there has to be careful and respectful design considerations, as this can leave an impact to the other listed buildings and also the area. The area become popularised within the 1800’s, as it became the heart of Birminghams indsutrial business. Factories became developed to supply, pens, Jewellery, shoes, machinery and more. There are more than 600 listed buildings within the Jewellery Quarter and about 1000 listed in Birmingham.

However, in present day Birmingham has become a breeding ground for new modern builds to become developed, mainly within the city centre and areas such as Broad street. This is becoming more of a trend within cities, spending money on destroying valuable buildings instead of allowing to adjust their use to something new. I believe as designers we should be specifiying buildings which have become unused and allow us to bring a new meaning to the site. We should focus on re using and co existing with buildings

Cornwall factory:

Pen museum:

The Cornwall factory, located within the Jewellery Quarter is a grade 2* listed building, which has adds historical value to the area. Red brick and terracotta detailing are a key feature to the area. It’s located 0.3 miles away from the site.

Built in 1863, the building was originally a pen factory, a luxury pen manufactor which sold to others all over the UK. However, its purpose today is is displaying the luxurious fountain and quil pens in the musuem. Similarly, to the other buildings in the area, the building also has a red brick structure with terracotta detailing within the windows and roof.

The Assay office:

Chamberlain clock:

The Assay office, built in 1974, is the UK’s lagest assay office, which is in charge of legalising all Jewellery within the area. It’s located on Newhall street, 0.2 miles from the James cond building. Again, it has a strong historical relevance to the area with the use of materials.

A grade 1 listed item from the Jewellery Quarter, the Chamberlain clock is an edwardian piece of history. It was erected in 1903 to mark Joseph Chamberlains tour to South Africa. Standing at the junction of Vyse and Frederick streets with Warstone Lane, it is now a local landmark and symbol of the Quarter.

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2.1 site analysis

HOLLANDSTREET:

CHALOTTE STREET:

GEORGE STREET:

Conclusion: There are 4 entrances on Holland street, 3 are for vehciles only and the other is a fire exist single door. This could be an oppotunity to extend the entrance, making it larger to allow for larger volumes of people to enter.

Secondly, at the front of the building, on Charlotte street, there is another entrance, however only accessible via steps, which can become an issue with allowing for disabled people to enter.

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Transport and connections: I wanted to complete more research into transport and analyse how accessible the site is for the various users visting the James Cond building. The site is located 0.6 miles from Birmingham Snow Hill and 0.7 miles from Jewellery Quarter train station. As well as only a 1.7 miles from Birmingham New street, which connects Birmingham to other major cities, such as London and Manchester. A bus stop is also located on Newhall street, which also connects to the Birmingham coach station. As well as other NCP car parks located round the area. Overall, the area is extremly accessible for other users. With public transport users are able to travel to the site with no issues.

Sunpath: The front of the building, Located on Charlotte street, where the main entrance is will have the most daylight as it is south facing to the sun. In the winter the building will only have 6 hours of daylight compared to the summer when it will have 14 hours.

Other connections to the building include the main road, the B4135 and A4400, which connects to the motor way. Also, the canal is featured near by, connecting to the city but also connects up north to Liverpool and Manchester.

Winter: Sunrise 8:20am Sunset 3:49pm

Conclusion:

Summer: Sunrise: 5:57am Sunset: 9:57pm

Overall, I found that the site is easily accessible and has various of ways of users travelling to the building. Aswell as car parks surronding the site. it’s also located in a quiet area of Birmingham. Jewellery Quarter is home to mainly residental and business’s, so limited traffic flows through the area on day to day basis.

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Existing materials:

Existing brick work:

Existing windows:

Existing roof:

Existing fittings:

original red brick, which also refelcts the other building materials within the area, such as the Assay Office and the Cornwall factory. There are also Terracotta detailing and accents of stone along the window sill.

The existing roof is both flat and pitched. The centre of the space is roofed with pitched truffs and has collumns to support the load, however it doesn’t fit with the rest of the building.

The existing windows are a key feature to the building, however it needs to be altered as it’s not double glazing and there are issues with missing panels of glass and broken window frames.

The site is fitted with a variety of original fittings, such as an original lift, and soap dispensers. The original features add personality and originality to the building. Something which I may want to explore.

Existing roof: The roof is a key feature to the building, however an issue with having a pitched roof is it doesnt allow for natural air flow. I will need to alter the roof in someway, because at the moment there is no installation, so the room will be constantly cold. The key material for the roof is aluminium, so this emphasises my reasoning for replacing it, to a warmer material, such as timber. Within my proposal, I will either have to repair the roof, so take it down, and put installation in place to allow for it to be safe. Or I can change it completely to my opinion. Overall, I think I want to experiment with replacing the roof and re designing the structure, because it’ll need to be replaced anyway, so I want to explore other options.

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2.1 site analysis

James Cond KEY: Soundscape: Starting the Journey in Birmingham city centre, and making my way to the site through the Jewellery Quarter. Volume of people: I noticed that within Birmingham City there are more volumes of people in larger groups compared to the Jewellery Quarter which consits of smaller groups. Interaction with the public: Within the City centre there are more groups of people interacting with each other in large groups than in the Jewellery Quarter.

Sumary:

From completing a general soundscape of the area, coming from the city of Birmingham it’s loud, vibrant and constantly has a high volume of people in the city every day. Coming into the Jewellery Quarter area there is a shift in the environment. It’s a more quiet and less crowded than the city centre, but it is housed with more small business’s and residental property. From my research I have come to the conclusion that the Jewellery Quarter is the ideal area for my chosen project, because I am desiging a centre for ex convicts, the site should be located in a quiet area, but with public transport near by, so the users are able to have easy access to and from the proposed building.

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BANKSY:

‘ GOD BLESS BIRMINGHAM’

Overview:

How can this influence my design?

Birmingham is well known for it’s diversity, whether thats defined by the people or the architecture. Both Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter are cultural diverse. However both stand out as creative districts of Birmingham.

Firstly, Graffiti and vandalism is considered a crime wtihin the UK, as you would be ruining or destroying a buildings originial feature. However it’s seen as a way to express an artists thoughts, more political, going against what is socailly correct.

The Jewellery Quarter is a historical heritage site to Birmingham, in the 1800’s it had registered over 2000 Jewellery business’s.However in present day it is known for it’s socail and business life. Also in Birmingham there are a large number of homeless people which have been in noticed in both the Jewellery Quarter and Digbeth. The artist, ‘Banksy’ decided to make a statement in 2019 with his ‘ God bless Birmingham’ mural, highlighting the homeless in the area.

I believe the idea of vandalism could potentially be part of my concept for this project. Going against traditional thoughts of what should be designed within the Birmingham area. Overall, I think it would be intresting if within my project I could include themes of graffiti and explosion of color within my design proposal. This is something which I want to explore further within my work.

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SW - The key strength to the building is the scale. The overall size of the building is (measurements), allowing for a large amout of my inital ideas to develop.

-A large number of buildings within the Jewellery Quarter due to the historical relevance they have to the area, however this building is not listed, meaning I am able to suggest more alterations to the building. For example replacing windows or adding an extension or adding more entrances. - There are also 6 entrances to the site, 1 on Charlotte street, 3 on Holland street and 2 on George street. With having multiple entrances I am able to tailor each one to the different users entering the building

- A weakness which I’ve highlighted from the building is it’s roof design. It’s pitched roof, with aluminium truffs to support it. It doesn’t allow for natural air flow through the building, and it also creates a smaller space. Therefore alterations will have to be made. - Another weakness of designing a centre for previous criminals is the community being unwelcoming and disagreeing with the proposal. As the area is fairly quiet, introducing previous criminals to the area may result with the community being more hesitant and uncomfortable.

- Unlike other buildings in the area, James Cond isn’t a listed building. Meaning there is an oppotunity to where I am able to develop further thoughts on how I could alter the existing building to become more benifical towards my proposal. I also wouldn’t have to get plnning permission, and the development wouldn’t be as strict if the building was listed.

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WOT - As the building has not been in use for over 30 years, there is a potential risk that the existing structure could be damaged. With strutural collumns and beams no longer being able to support the roof or potentially bricks coming loose. Further exploration on the existing structure will need to be understood.

-Also, the scale of the building gives my project a great oppounity to explore more with the facilities I can design. I can incoporate a GYM, a cokking studio and potentially educational facilities.

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Introduction:

39.5% of people who leave prison re commit a crime within the first 12 months of leaving. The graph below shows the cycle of how the criminal will continute to live their life after leaving.

As I am desiging a rehabilition centre for ex convicts and people who have been wrongfully accused of crime, I began into analysing the crime rate within Birmingham.

Reflection: Unless there are more opporunities and safe places for people to rely on then more crimes will be commited. My proposal will focus on allowing re entry programmes and a community center to allow for the users to gain access back into society with jobs, education, and other facilities.

Through a BBC research article, I found that Birminghams crime rate is increasing more than any other city in the UK. The top crimes commited within Birmingham are: Drugs, voilence, anti socail behaviour and bulglary.

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Crime research:

I continued to do research into crime within Birmingham, and I found through a BBC line graph that Birminghams crime rate is increasing more than another cities within England and Wales.

- 33,803 attacks in prisons within the year of 2018, 20% increase from the previous year

Along with the information on he left regarding research into various prisons around the UK, I decided to develop my research further my understanding the environment within prisons. From a BBC report I found various of statics and information regarding voilence and out breaks which occur within prisons.

- 92 self inflicted deaths in 2018, up from 72 from the previous year

- 10,085 assaults on prison staff, increase by 29%

Overall, there is a key issue with crime within Birmingham, something which needs to be addressed and resolved. Through further research and development I need to understand more key issues and how I can resolve them.

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Prison research:

How does this effect my design?

Further research into the number of prisons which surrond Birmingham, the total number is 8. All of which are less than 30miles from the James Cond site.

I wanted to gather a better understanding of where people will go when leaving prison. Because through research I found that most people who leave prison will move in to accomdation with friends/family, but if they struggle to find anywhere they will end up homesless.

This has shown that when people leave prision they are able to travel easily to my facility for further help and care. HMP Featherstone, Shizzen Holen, HM Swifen Hall and HMP Oakwood are a selection of prisons located near by.

My proposal will act as accomodation for these groups of people, so they have short term accomodation avaliable. However, the site is a center point for all the prisons ouside of Birmingham, meaning access wouldn’t be difficult for them.

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Crime cycle: Contuing my research within prison lifestyle I decided to complete research into the cycle the prisoners experience when leaving prison and how that process effects them. The diagram below shows the diffciulty convicts experience when trying to gain control over their life when returning to a citizen.

Beginning with arrest, they next experience Jail and trial, then after being released after their crimes they have a choice, they can try and re enter society, or return to their life of crime and continue to take part in the criminal system. The

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Where does my proposal fit on the timeline? I strongly believe that for my design proposal I need to focus on creating a centre where people can come and feel safe. In order to reduce crime within the area and to stop people from relapsing with crime there needs to be more facilities open to help ex convicts.

Overall, within my design proposal I can help others to gain control with their lives and help with them going back into society by gaining jobs, learning new skills and also being emotionally stable. Hopefully my proposal will be a starting point to reduce crime within Birmingham.

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Which of these crimes do you think occur the most in Birmingham?

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Do you feel safe when walking through Birmingham on your own?

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Do you know someone has be affected by any crime in Birmingham? Yes

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Refecltion: After completing both primary and secondary research, I found that overall, crime within Birmingham is higher than any other major city, after London, and more than 1/3 of criminals re offend after leaving prison within 12 months.

AfterAs well as designing for ex criminals, i wanted to complete primary research and understand how people feel about Birmingham and the community. Overall, I found that people do not feel safe, and are aware that further developments need to be addressed in order to feel safe within the city.

Having a rehab centre for the user, will help bridge their way back into society, and avoiding them from re commiting anymore crimes.

Eventhough my proposal focuses on introducing ex criminals into the area, its a chance for them to change their ways and develop new skills, not them commiting more crimes and having the opposite effect.

Also, there are 7 prisons located 30 miles outside of Birmingham, which means the site acts as a centre point for the other prisons surronding it. With easy tranposrt options near by, its a great oppotunity for ex convicts to travel to the site after leaving.

In conclusion, the proposal will have a positive effect on the community, with the more ex criminals using the facilities the less the crimes will be committed and the more safe the community will feel. Resulting in less people returning to prison and less homeless people.

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TWO THIRDS OF HOMELESS EX CONVICTS RE OFFEND WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR “Homelesss ex-prisoners are significantly more likely to reoffend than those living in housing, in which charities have described as a ‘merry- go- round’ in which people are ‘swept into prison and then dumped back on to the streets’” Data from 2016 has showed that all adults released from prison, 67% of those slept rough or had been sleeping homless, and then went on to commit another crime within a year. For those living in ‘unsettled’ accomodation, the rate of reoffending was also higher, 54%, compared with 43% for those who had either permanent home or short-term supported housing. Andrew Neilson, the campaigns lead at Howard League for penal reform charity states “Prisons are being used for people who are too poor and too fragile to sort their lives out,” he said. “But instead of us providing support, we’re spending billions each year policing them, criminalising them and incarcerating them.” “In 2016, 27, 209 adult offenders released from custody were recorded as having settled accommodation, while 4,632 were recorded as homeless and 2,815 recorded as having “unsettled” accommodation.”

However, a law has been put into place to support those leaving prison and to allow housing for them when leaving. “The Homelessness Reduction Act, which came into force in October 2018, puts an obligation on prison and probation services to refer prison leavers to local authorities if they are at risk of homelessness.” “However, charities have pointed out that this is often just a transfer of information rather than a resolution – with many single homeless people deemed “intentionally” homeless because they had been in prison.”

How would this impact my design proposal? From collecting research and analysing more about what happens to people when leaving prison, I need to incorportate within my design housing for those who have no where to live when leaving, as homeless people are more likely to reoffend than those who have short term accomodation. Desinging for homless will be a key part to my proposal. I need to tackle this issue as well as creating a community centre, because when the users feel comfortable and safe then they can continue into the next stages of entering society, which is to get a full time job.

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6.0 Understanding the user

CASE STUDY Liam Allan:

“For some victims, the impact of the wrongful conviction maybe comparable to - or even worse than that of their original victimization” Liam Allan, a 22 yaer old student, was charged with 12 accounts of rape and sexual assult. He had been under investigation for two years. Liam claims “There were certain messages that were plucked specifically to go against me.” He describes his expereince over the last two years as, “Every day is just sort of a different battle, you either wake up and you give up on the day or you wake up and you’re ready to sort of face the day” After he was charged with the sexual assault, he was immediatley dropped from his course at University and was unable to gain employment for those two years. However, he is optimistic towards the future, saying ‘I hope somewhere down the line there are consequences and lessons are learnt. I don’t want one person being a scapegoat. There are other cases that have been dropped.’

How does this impact my design? With Liams experience with criminal system, it has been made obvious to me that this isn’t the first time someone has been accused of a crime they didn’t commit. There is a repeating issue which needs to be adressed and also resolved. Homelessness, jobless and also being removed from education seem to be the main topics of what happens when you’re accused of a crime. In Liams case, he’s struggled to gain a job, even though he was not found guilty. So within my proposal, I need to tailor my design for these group of people, who have been wrongfully accused of crime and are struggling to get their life back on track. Oppotunies need to be made avaliable for them and also a chance for them to gain confidence in society again.

Alexandru Stan was acquitted of conspiring to burgle multi millionaire Tamara Ecclestones home in London. Several items were stolen in December of 2019. He was accused of commiting he bulgulary, he was left homeless shortly after, describing as he has ‘lost everything’. It is believed hat there is nothing in place to help people who are acquitted of a crime following a trial, ‘it is disgraceful and it has been dubbed the innocence tax’. Alexandru spent six months within police custody, saying he had not even heard of the couple until he was arrested. ‘We were scared we would be convicted because we were Romanian, They made out we were thieves and terrorised London’. Continuing, ‘I knew I had done nothin and I thought I had been framed. If they found me guilty of the burglaries, I risked 14 years in prison.’ On July 11th, he was found not guilty, much to his relief, saying ‘I have been through hell and no-one can ever know what it is like to lose your home, lose our place at university and everything.’ Alexandru has been living in London sice June 2019, he worked full time as a waiter and then soon after managed

to gain a place at Suffolk university studing business, however after he was arrested he lost his place, and was even evicted from his home in Harow. After being released and found not guilty, he has found great difficulty to get his life back on track. He described after being released he struggled to find anywhere to live and slept at either a friends house or in his car. Furthermore, he describes the experience as a struggle, ‘no one helped me, my friends tried to do something, but no one is helping’

How does this impact my design? Within my design proposal I want to also focus on the people who have wrongfully been accused of crime, similarly to Alexandru Stans experience. He has personally struggled to gain control of his life, so within my design I want to to create a community where people can go if they are struggling. There should be oppounities avaliable for them to gain educational experience and to seek physical and mental health. If I can create a space where people can go to talk about issues their facing, this could also reduce homelessness within the Birmingham area aswell.

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CASE STUDY Alexandru Stan:

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How can Maslows theory relate to my project? I can link my users wants and needs to Maslows hierarchy of needs. Within his research he believes that in order to feel satisfied within your personal life you need to work your way up the pyramid, which he created. So witihin my design proposal, I want to firstly focus on the users physiological needs. Providing them with the basic needs for anyone, so food, water, shelter and sleep. Therefore, within my proposal I need include short term accomodation for the users who are homeless and struggling. Moving up the ladder, next is safety and secuirty, so I can include this within my design by incorportating office spaces and therapy rooms. That way the users are able to communicate and express any mental health issues that they have.

Socail needs follows after, this can be accomplished by having more open plan areas, so allowing the different users to interact more and talk to each other. Also encouraging larger group sessions instead of one to ones, that way they can learn new skills together instead of people independent. When continuing up the structure, the responsbiities for the users wants and needs will fall into their own hands and how they tackle issues themselves. They can next take the oppotunity to gain a job with the skills they’ve learnt and also with facilities avaliable they can then look for permanent accomodation. I want my proposal to focus around Maslows theory, I want to design a facility with encourages the user to become better individuals, so they are able to re enter society and gain their independence.

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USER TIMELINE: Understanding their journey Entering the facility: After doing research and understanding th struggles my users have experienced it’s important for me to be empathetic to my design approach. When entering the user will be homeless, jobless and potentially suffering with mental health illness. They will need basic human needs, a bedroom, food and socail interaction with others. I predict that they will be living in the accomodation for 2-6 weeks. Giving the staff at the facility to help.

Developing their skills: Through my research I found that ex convicts are unable to gain a emplyability as they lack any experience within the work place. After the first stage of gaining them accomodation the facility will then develop the users skills with exercise, computer, cooking and personal development facilites which will made avaliable for them. Also avaliable will be private meeting rooms for job interviews with future employeers.

Completing treatment: The last stages for the centre are to remain avaliable for the users, so they feel comfortable to retur n to ask for help and seek any help or support which they feel is neccessary. Mental health facilities will remain avaliable for them to use whenever they need to. However, if the user finds themselves struggling again with job or accomodation then thefacility is always avaliable for them.

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REFLECTION:

Has my development been successful?

Overall, I found that it’s important to give the user the basic needs, food, shelter, clothes and a place to call home. That way this is the start of their journey to becoming independent citizens.

I found that my development has been successful, because it has allowed me to further understand what they need and want, and also what is important to them.

Oppotunties is a key part to allowing the users to feel valued and appreciated. Classes such as education, physical and socail, can be made avaliable for them in order for them to learn and adapt and giving them the chance to gain employment

Furthermore, within the next stage I want to explore more into the facilities I will have avaliable. This will take place during my spatial development.

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CLAYTON COMMUNIT Y CENTRE:

Case Study, Analysis: As part of my case study research, I began by researching into existing community centres. Mainly because, with the proposal for my design I want to create a sense of community and people coming together in order to heal and better themselves.

The facilities within the community centre emphasis the concept of the function, with music studios, recording studios, a rehearsal hall, a library, a gym, and a fitness cenre. These facilities are to bring people together, to allow the public to focus on developing their key skills together.

“The Clayton Community Centre will unite under one roof many of the community’s previously separate services, including the library, visual and performing arts, and recreation. It also physically occupies a prominent site for the Surrey neighbourhood of Clayton Heights, much loved for the forested trails it offers. So the centre’s design was a focal point for community input and a major initiative for the city.”

Also, the large atrium space acts as a meeting bubble for all users to gather in the centre. Above, on the first floor, is a public cafe which looks down onto the atrium and a yoga facility which has abstract windows to allow for natuural light to enter into the space. But also it gives the public an insight of what is happening in the space.

The inital concept for the design proposal focuses on the existing community and their values. The area has a strong appreciation for the surronding forest, which has been mirrored within the main atrium of the scheme with a forest canopy.

The material pallette for the interiors is also light, reflecting back into the community of the local forest, which is what the local residents enjoy most about the area.

Case Study, Analysis: Reflecting on the zonal plans for the community centre, the layout is split into four sections. The brown is the communal area, green is socail, so cafe, library, and blue is the gym facilities. Similarly, within my design proposal I want to adapt a similar layout, which splits the different facilities up and the different users, but at the same time they’re still connecting so the users don’t feel seperated, but instead they are connecting and being socail with one another.

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HALDEN PRISON: Case Study, Analysis: I decided to look at the Halden Prison in more detail as part of my Case Study analysis, because this prison has been critisied over the recent years for the lack of security and punishment, but rather a ‘hotel’. Unlike most prisons, the Halden prison doesn’t rely on bars or any form of indimidation, except it trusts the inmates, allowing them to move freely around the prison to how they wish. Also within the prison consists of, Excerise facilities, canteen, residental living, commual kitchen, a garden, a libary and more. The prison focuses on allowing the inmates to grow and develop themselves as human beings, not criminals. Treating a criminal as a criminial will not allow them to change who they are, however giving them an oppotunity to develop on their own time will. With the prison being designed the number of people who have recommited a crime has fallen 20%, whereas in the UK 50% of inmates who leave prison will comitt another crime within a year of leaving prison. There are also no guards in the prison, only people who run facilities and help the inmates. They are there to nuture and help the inmates with being individuals in society.

The prison seems more of a community rather than a prison, its theme of freedom reflects withi the spatial arrangement of the building. Large open plan areas, tall ceilings, aswell as large windows within each inmates room. With these design choices it allows for inmates to feel more positive and energised, reducing risk of any socail unpreditability. The choices of materials have also been carefully selected, light oak, white accent pieces of furniture and LED lighting help brighten and emphasis the inmates positive attitude.

How can this influence my design? For my design proposal, I am desiging a rehabiliition centre for the same audience. Crime is a big topic at the moment in the UK, and with it only increasing there needs to be a conversation to suggest what can be done to reduce this. Instead of building more prisons, designers should encourage rehabilition centres in the UK to be a safe haven for ex-convicts. Being in prison can be mentally challenging for a human being, once leaving it can be hard to fall on your feet. Therefore having a centre where people can go learn and develop skills to become employeeable and to gain independency can allow them to become trusting and independent citizens.

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SHIRELY RYAN CENTRE: Case Study, Analysis: The tripple heighted entrance way allows for patients to acknowledge the city of chicago aswell as being inside a vibrant environment. Most hospitals appear to be very intimidating and unviting, which is why most patients are uncomfortable when entering the building. However the designers at Gensler invaded the interiros with a bright orange pallette, which would hopefully patients to enter more calm and optomistic. The interiors still use traditional materials which a hospital would use, white laminate walls and polymere flooring, but which orange soft furnishings and ceiling fixtures, these details emphasis how playful the design could be, which would reflect in the patients mood.

How would this reflect into my design proposal? Firstly, having large double height atrium space encourages users into the main body of the building. It allows them to feel comfortable when entering, and also if they’re immediatley exposed to their surrondings they are able to relax as they are exposed to everything. Similarly the James Cond building, the centre of the building is a large 8m high ceiling, so perhaps designing an atrium within my proposal aswell will allow the users to feel more relaxed when entering.

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Key drivers: -Conflict -Movement -Community

CONCEPT STATEMENT: My concept is inspired by both Bernard Tschumis theory and also Daniel Libeskind. Focusing on their past work and developing the ideas further within my own design proposal. Bernard Tschumis theory stems from the idea of architecture being voilent, and its the forms and spatial development within naviagte the users reaction and perception of the space. Whereas Daniel Libeskind inspiration origantes from using pain and trauma to create a holistic experience for the users. Focusing on scale, geometry and materials to ehance the users perception.

The concept of ‘voielence’ comes from the act of voilence which occurs between people resulting them in becoming inprisoned or facing punishment. In order to start developing my concept, I decided to create a work diagram explaining my thoughts on what my concept means VS the design proposal of the building - a rehabilition centre. The two ideas, the concept and purpose are controdicting but also resemble a balance. Exploring key words which stem from the idea of ‘voilence’and also placing those words alongside the thoughts of what a rehabilition centre is, encouraged me to challenge what a rehabilition centre feels like.

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Da ni e l Li b e s k i nd Case study: Daniel Libeskinds design proposals for the Berlin museum and the Royal Ontario museum are both heavily juxtasposed with the existing building. This strong contrast creates more of a dynamic and holistic design proposal. Daniel Libeskind focuses on using geometry, scaling and also materials at the forefront of his design approach. Shaping the design around the existing buildingg, not the other way around. Similarly to Bernard Tschumis theory, Daniel Libeskinds designs are influenced by past trauma/historical events which contribute towards his concept for his design proposals. For example using cold materials and large 10m high ceilings empahsis the powerless emotios those of who died in the concentration camps. He emphasises that ‘architecture should not be comforting’ with a large amount of pain occuring in the world, why should architecture act as a facade for this? architecture should be political. For my design proposal, his proposals which includes materality and scale manipulate the user into feeling a specifc way. These themes can encourage my development within my design proposal. Perhaps having geometric walls and tall ceilings will emphasis the user into using more of the open plan space. Furthermore, I think challenging myself into developing the facade will help my understanding of the existing building.

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Has my development been successful?

For my intial sketch, which has been influenced by Dabiel Liebskind, I decided to look at the facade of the building.

It hasn’t been successful neither has it been unsuccessful. I think breaking down the users needs and wants along with a scheduele of accomodation will enable me to understand what exactly is needed within my designproposal. Then I can explore if I need to place an extension.

My inital reation of the facade is not to alter or to manipulate the existing building. However, I have realised that what I am trying to accomplish within my proposal is a lot. So I began by drawing a potential extension to the facade, that way I am able to accomplish more within my scheme. Contrast and juxtaposition is a theme I want to carry throughout my project.

Also, I neeed to remember that the building is in a heritage location, I need a strong reason to why I am suggesting an extension and going against the other listed buildings within the area, I don’t think having such a dominent extension would be accepted.

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CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT: During the begining of my concept development I believe I have been unsuccessful with exploring voilence further. I have been exploring Daniel Libeskinds building with how he uses voilence as a driver to create a holistic design approach, however I have been

In order to get a better understanding of my concept I want to explore other disiplinces and understand how they interprate voilence within their schemes.

focusing on the exterior than the interior.

Overall, I believe I have understood the definition but more exploration and testing needs to be done in order for my proposal to be successful.

Continuing with the concept of voilence further, I want to focus mainly on 3 words which I think reflects my design further. Which is: invasion, conflict and disorder.

A key question I need to understand is, how can I can create voilence within my scheme?

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Concept development: Aggression

Has my development been successful?

When Monika Grzymala designs her installations, she focuses on movement from the materials but also how the users will interact with the installation intself.

The way Monika Grzymala focuses on how she wants to manipulate the user around the atmosphere with the use of scale, color and materiality of her installation.

There is a layer of complxity and detail within her art pieces. The contrasting bold colors of black and white frame her work within the interiors, but also emphaises the room itself.

I want to continue this thought process within my own scheme and question how can I get people to interact more within the space. And then focus on materials, scale and color within my proposal to manipulate the users within the building.

Allowing the user to focus on all aspects of the atmosphere, the structure and similarly to leaving bread crumbs, they continue to follow the trail of the art around the rest of the building.

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How can I use this within my proposal?

The Red Ribbon is an installtion which runs through the Qinhuangdao park in Japan,

Overall, I think the color and form emphasis the surronding and it allows the user to sit and be submerged into the landscape. I want to use this style wtihin my scheme, the softness of the form relaxes the user and also invites them onto the seat, but the boldness of the color emphasises the landscape which is something I want to use within my scheme. The bold color is reptitive and also comforting.

“The major design challenge was to preserve the natural habitats along the river while creating new opportunities for recreation and environmental education. The Red Ribbon was designed as a vivid element within a setting of green vegetation and blue water, curving with the terrain. It integrates a boardwalk, lighting, and seating. Made of fiberglass, it is lit from the inside, glowing red at night.” The installation shapes the landscape. It acts as a focus point, allowing the user to focus on their surronding whilist siting on the installation.

For further development I want to create my own installation and explore forms, color and scale. And understand how I can get the users to feel comforted within my proposal. The long form also forces others to socailise more and be more involved with one another, which is something that is important within my scheme.

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Quinze THE SEQUENCE

Concept development: Aggression For another precedence study analysis I studies Arnie Quinze’s installation in Belgium. When analysing my concept of voilence and invasion, I looked towards scale, color and materality to exprese these themes.

The installation is set inbetween two neo classical style buildings. The contrast between the modern materials of the installation against the existing building emphasises its’s value within the city.

Within a Deezen article, Arnie states, “The Sequence bridges the communication gap between people and generates movement in the city. I want to reconnect people and let them interact with each other like they did in the past on squares. At least people talked to each other then.”

users are able to sit under the installation and enjoy their surrondings. It’s supposed to frame the design within the historical area, giving users a chance to reflect on the historic presnse of the area aswell as understanding and enoying the new installation for others to use.

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How will this support my design? Overall, I want to use the themes of conflict and invasion with my proposal, that way the users within my scheme can appreciate what the original building against the conflict of colors and the installation I am proposing.

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CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT: I wanted to explore model making and how I can use linear forms to drive my proposal, however I believe using linear forms would NOT be successful within my scheme as it comes across quite sharp and unwelcoming. Furthermore, I want to explore using softer and more fluid forms, along with softer material choices.

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A Key strength to the development of the concept of ‘aggression’ it emphasises the value the proposal has within the environment. The conflict between the moden and hisotical features shapes the building, it allows the user to focus on what was there to begin with and what is new. Continuing my proposal I want to use contrasting themes to add value to the building. However releatig it to my case study analysis aswell, I want to incorporate color, which is similar to the Shirely Ryan centre. The contrast between the orange and white also contributes to the theme of invasion and conflict.

I have also noted several weakness’s to my development, firstly when exploring the term ‘voilence’ with my concept models I should avoid using linear geometry. Because it gives a very sharp and un welcoming idea, as the atmosphere I want to create is warm and inviting. So potentially I should further develop the idea further by using softer forms.

After analysing the precedence studies of Monika Grzymala and Arnie Quinze I believe there is an oppotunity where I can create an installation that attaches itself to the building. Also, with Monika Grzymala’s installation I could incorporate this within mine, however perhaps I could design a transitional flooring or paint color. This is an oppotunity in which I need to develop further.

A key threat which I have noticed is focusing too much on linear geometry.By softening the form, so using curves instead of sharp lines, this will soften the deisgn and create a warmer and more invting environment for the user to be welcomed into.

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After analysing Monika Grzymala, the Red Ribbon Park and Arnie Quinze’s ‘the sequence’, all the installations focus on movement. All of their installations explore forms and how they travel around the space. Therefore, I want to explore the concept of movement further, and explore how I could potentially design an installation which uses movement aswell.

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Dynamic cartography reflection: As part of my development I wanted to explore movement in more detail. Because I belive that voielnce has connotations towards actions and how we behave. Therefore I took a sequence of two people fighting and exploring with 2D and 3D forms

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From this exploration I took a form of ‘skin’. I thought it would be intresting if I could develop this idea further and have an installation which runs through my space. It could start as an over head installaiton and then transofrms itself into a handrail. I want to explore this development further.

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REFLECTION: So after analysing the precedence studies of Arnie Quinze, I knew I watnted to develop an installation which was fun and also helped navigate the users into the space. I decided to explore my ideas through modelling.

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However, I found that using harsh geomtery, similar to Daniel Libeskind, isn’t the correct forms to use. I should explore forms which are softer and more inviting. In order to continue my development further I should explore designing a similar installation, but using curves.

Modelling # 1

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Has my development been successful?

Linking these models to the case study of the Clayton community centre, they designed geometric windows, which gave the users a further look into the rooms, however it added a twist to the standard windows which are around today.

I found the development very useful, because I got to explore various materials. I believe using white paint would be the best option, because the geometry of the window stands out more compared to using the timber panel.

I wanted to develop on this and design my own style of window, and also explore the materials It would sit against. So I explored white paint, timber and also the buildings natural material. I wanted to see if I explore using a tinted glass instead of the traditional.

Secondly, I don’t want to use tinted glass, because it adds sharpness. And I dont think it needs to be tinted as i want the users to be able to look in comfortably and not feel like someone is watching them from the other side.

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5.7 Concept development

MOOD BOARD:

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REFLECTION:

Has my development been successful?

Exploring both concepts of invasion and movement, I decided to explore the possibilites of how I could achieve this within my design proposal by creating a mood board which achieves both of these themes.

I understand that my mood board analysis has been successful, within my own project I want to use color to highlight a different function without using doors or signs.

Color will be a big part of my project, because it emphaises the idea of invasion, and it also links to my case study analysis of the Shirely Ryan Centre. All of the images use color to highlight a different area. Showing the difference between a hallway and study room or a staircase. It’s highlighting a different

I also thought using color or a change of materials could be explored through the whole of the space not just to one area. Why can’t a strip of red paint start from

function to the user without using words or signs.

the floor and wrap over the ceiling and back onto the other side of the wall? This is an idea which I

want to develop further within my proposal.

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WHAT? Contuining my development further, I wanted to explore flooring in more detail. Reflecting back on Monika Grzymala’s installation with the black tape I wanted to incorporate that within my proposal, however using it as an influence with foor and potentially wall materials. Why can’t the material continue from the floor to the ceiling? This is a strong feature and also has the same effect as painting stripes on the white wall to signify a change in function. Also, if the hallway flooring was to go from tiles then a dramatic change to wood, it could invite the users to sit and enjoy the new function of the area.

has my development been successful? From my development, I think exploring a change in flooring with the room is something I wanted to explore further, however having both the block color and dramatic geometry on the wall will be too heavy. I believe having the change of flooring would be enough, and not having it on the walls.

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WHAT? After analysing images from the mood board I created I wanted to sketch how I could incorporate this within my scheme. If the walls were painted white and then with the red paint over the top, that would clearly indicate to the users a new function, e.g a living room opposed to a hallway.

WHY? The main reason why I want to incorporate this style into my design is because it’s playful but it also encourages the user to explore the other rooms. It also can act as a circulation path, so they can begin at the bottom of the corridor and following the red paint they could end up in a different room

HOW? In order to create this effect I think simply adding paint strips would be the best option, instead of adding another material, it would be intresting to change the paint color.

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A key weakness I have uncovered from my development is still the geometry of the installation, its very linear and un welcoming. As I am designing for a group of people who are extremely sensitive to the area they are in, having something which is linear hanging over them as they walk in may cause anxiousness. In order to move past this I want to develop the idea further by exploring softer forms.

An oppotunity to which I have discovered is that within my installation I could potentially develop it further, so instead of it being an over head installation it could be a ceiling structure to then it wraps down and it becomes a seat. That way it could invite the users to sit within and be comforted by it aswell as it being contrasting to the interior.

A threat which I have picked up on is, does the bold color and dramatic change of flooring create a welcome or un welcome shift in the interior? Personally, I believe it creates a welcoming change, it changes the atmosphere and depending on the different flooring I use it could add warmth, but I need to look further into materials to understand how I could create an inviting design and not a cold one.

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COMMUNIT Y: CONCEPT #3 Another concept which I wanted to explore further was the idea of community. As I am designing a rehabilitation centre, I want to try and encourage the users to interact more. That way they can develop socail skills aswell as learning educational, physical and mental skills. Pushing the users to form more of a community will allow them to become more comfortable within society. They can become more independent and feel more comfortable talking to others. This will also allow them to push themselves and potentially try new skills, such as being more confident at job interviews or just general interaction with others.

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Linking to my third concept of community, I believe that it’s important to merge the users together so they can develop their socail skills. That way it enables them to feel more comfortable when entering society, they will be able to gain employment but also more confident talking to others.

Continuing from my installation development, originally I thought about having a proposal which is overhead and follows the user into the space, however, if I was to develop it further into a seat rather than just a ceiling structue, that way the users are able to sit all together on it and mix and communicate more freely with one another.

WHAT?

HOW?

Seating is the best form of merging with the community, with shared seating, as designers, we are forcing the community to talk more and to become more open and possibly this could result in others sharing their personal struggles and stories. It’s an oppotunity for others to mix and become vulnerable with one another, and potentially share stories

In order for the users to interact more and create more of a community I think it’s important to look at modular furniture as an example. You are able to take furniture apart, re model it and give the space a new meaning of life. Similarly this is what the installation could do. With using a seating and ceiling installation, it could at the same time be taken apart and you can only have just the seating or just the ceiling part.

CONCLUSION: In conclusion, to continue my developmet, I need to understand how this installation would look and also it’s true function. Using modular furniture as a development idea, perhaps it’s worth looking at how the installation could be taken apart and developed into something else, that way theres always that idea of spontaneity. Overall, having a large seating installation will encourage the users to interact more and become more socail and this will hopefully resolve the issues of the users facing a lack of socail skills when trying to re enter society.

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REFLECTION: As part of my development I wanted to look further into modular seating, as having shared seating creates more of community and people are more likely to communicate and interact with one another if they’re forced into the same surronding. Therefore, I looked into the ‘couches gone wild’ precident study, which uses fluid forms to wrap around the user and the environment. It acts as a security blanket, comforting and nurting the user, but also acting as a light sources aswell. Within my proposal I want to design something similar. Something which can nuture and comfort the user, however using softer materials, such as cotton or a fabric to emphasis the idea of comfort.

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Inital Sketching:

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As there are a large amount of collumns in the existing site, I want to see if I was able to design the installtion so it was able to stem from the support of the building. However, I didn’t like this development as I am reducing the number of collumns due to having an open plan atrium, so I think having a stand alone installation would work better.

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I began by brain storming different materials I could use to make the furniture/installation piece and these are come materials I started thinking of: - Concrete - Fibre glass - Paper Machey - ETFE

Intially I wanted the installation to be an autonomous repsonse to the interiors, that contrast and conflict between the color/material emphasises it’s function within the space. The installation is supposed to help guide the user into the centre of the space and become a focal point to the design. It’s a secuirty balnket, and adding repition of color will help them identitfy the keys of their surrondings

HOW WOULD THE INSTALLTION WORK? It would be intresting to develop the installation so its able to break down, so the back resting piece can come apart and leave just the ceiling and seating exposed. I need to further develop my understanding of how the installation could work.

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Has my development been successful?

My concept development so far has been very benifical towards my installation development. After looking at ‘couches gone wild’ I think would be intresting to develop my own seating installation to inspire the users to sit and use the installation to however they want. But I want to, moving forward, understand how it could work and be put togehter within my proposal.

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RED: Red can be bold and dramatic or warm and earthy, depending on the tone. Deep crimson hues create passion and drama, while rusty shades can add a cozy ambience. Red is best used in areas where energy should be high, like a family room or entertaining space. Red also causes anxiousness, more spontaneous and anxious behaviour.

ORANGE: Orange hues are bright, fun and energetic. Since orange is a combination of red and yellow, it makes sense that it would have all the vivacity and warmth of both. Used in large quantities, orange can feel overwhelming, but softer peachy or terra cotta shades can be cozy and calming.

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In conclusion, I want to include a bold color within my proposal as it reflects from my concept, however using the color red reflects anxiousness and stress. Therefore altering the color to orange will result in a calmer atmosphere for the user to be in.

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Also, several reasons to why I’m continuing with exploring the color orange within my scheme is because it links to the Shirely Ryan Centre to which I explored within one of my case studies. The color within the scheme relaxes and encourages excitment and calmness with the users, so hopefully this is something I can encourage within my own proposal. Secondly, the signs outside the building are in a bold orange font, and I think if I was to keep the orange running throught the scheme it can be a historical linke to what the building once was to what it is now. it’ll be a nice historical linke to James Cond, I think it’ll be respectful and hopefully respected by the community.

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Spatial arranging #1 Initally, after analysing the site with the various users, I wanted to split the building into 3. Far left to be the private entrance to the building, the middle to be the community centre and the right to be the residental area.

Spatial arranging #2 There are various entrances to the building, so on Charlotte street it would be best for that to be for the vulnerable and reurning users, then having a larger entrance for the community centre for the larger volume of people, and then also having a private entrance for staff and then a private entrance for the residents.

Spatial arranging #3 As the middle area of the space will be designed for the community centre, It would be best if there was a reception desk within the middle of the proposal that way the users can gravitate towards the centre and then go to which ever class they need to.

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Spatial arranging #4 Looking at the building in elevation, either end of the building has a 2 storey extension, and I think to seperate the space, on the left should be for the vulnerable returning users, made of private meeting rooms, with the middle being a community centre with various of facilities, and on the right should be for staff and residents. So the 3 different user groups are seperate.

Spatial arranging #5 Overall, I think seperating the space into thirds would be the best option, that way it splits the user groups and allows for each user group to develop at different stages.

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6.5 Spatial Development

zonal planning # 1 Ground floor:

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COOKING

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Zonal Planning: Within the first floor, the layout will be designed for the community area. Facilities will be able for them. They will be able to learn, grow and educate themselves with whats avaliable. Then as you continue onto the first floor, thats when it starts to become more private. The users within the residential area will feel elevated and more comfortable. A living area will be also designed next to it to emphasis the community environment Lastly, on the second floor, a private staff room so the staff can have time away from their jobs and relax properly. A shower room and toilets will also be made avaliable for them. Then private meetings on the opposite side will be made avaliable for the more vulnerable users.

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Staff facilities

Private meeting area:

2rd floor area which is open to only staff, with toilets, shower room, storage and staff room, with lounge and kitchen.

2rd floor, private meeting area for vulnerable patients. Therapy room, GP and private meeting offices

Botanical Garden: Double height Botanical garden, entrance on the ground floor

Residental living: 1st floor, private residental area. Private bedrooms with en suites, living areas, break out area, wash room, and public toilets.

Residents canteen: Ground floor, for private resident entrance, private reception, canteen, communal areas

Community facilities: Ground floor, community facilities, GYM, cooking studio, library, Computer studio, pottery class

Private entrance, to the 2nd floor: Ground floor, Charlotte street entrance, for vulnerable patients, with private staircase to 2nd floor private meeting

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Community centre

diagramming: Toilets & storage:

Female, Male, staff toilets located at the back of the space, along with Plant room and storage for cleaning products

Cafe

For community users and residents to mix, with seating, fridges, storage, cleaning room, and walk in fridge

Corridor

Walkway from community area into residents are, so they are able to mix and socailise others.

Pottery class

large tables, for 6 and 4 people, with storage units, work desks and painting area.

Reception area: Reception desk, open plan seating. Atrium to be a force for users to gravitate towards.

Staircase

Private staircase and lift to mezzanine floor to private office spaces.

Library and computer studio GYM

Bookshelves, with seating, desks, and seperate room for computer sessions, desks, tables, chairs and a projector

GYM failities, weights, treadmills, bikes, running matt, private yoga studio with storage, break out area with kitchen, shower room, and changing room.

Cooking studio

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diagramming: Staircase access:

Private staircase at the back of the space, to allow people to enter without being overwhelmed with the rest of the interiors.

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Private entrance

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So for the users seeking private help, a seperate entrance will be avaliable for them, that way they don’t feel overwhelmed when walking through the main atrium space.

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Library/ Computer studio

As part of the facilities avaliable, having a library avaliable will allow for the users to develop their educational skills aswell as physical and mental.

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Continuing community ce avaliable with running mat, s and weights.

Canteen and kitchen:

For the residents only, a canteen will avaliable for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With staff kitchen where they can prepare the meals. Users have to come downstairs to eat, to encourage circulation.

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Staff area: 2nd floor to be a staff only area, it will allow them to have their own privacy, aswell as facilities which only they can use, for example a kitchen, living area, show room and toilets.

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T E E R ST Private reception:

Residents accomodation:

For the homless users, the first floor will be designed specifically for the residents with private bedrooms, ensuites, living areas, kichens, wash room, and game area.

Using the George street entrance, this will be a private entrance for the residents coming in for the first time, so they can have a private one to one meeting with a proffessional to help transition them into the

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Roof option # 1 As I am altering the roof of the building, due to i needing to be altered anyway, I waned to explore other design possibilities. I initally thought about incorporating a slopping roof. However this development was unsuccessful as there would be too many structure elements within the proposal and wouldn’t allow for an open plan atrium design.

Roof option #2 My second design proposal for the roof re design is to have a slanted roof. However, I would need collumns running along the centre of the building in order to hold the load, but again, this encloses the space and not opens it to the users. Having a double height space allows for more air flow but it also allows the users to feel less anxious and stress when being in the centre.

Roof option #3 After re designing the roof, I decided to go with this option, because of the triple height space it reduces stress and anxiousness. Also, for the first floor I can incorporate windows which can over look into the atrium to allow for the users in either the reception area or residental area to look down and perhaps encourage them to interact more, which relates to my concept of community.

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diff erent levels of vulnerability: As you travel up the building the more privacy you have. The ground floor will consist of the community area of a GYM, pottery class, botanical garden, and other facilities which will allow the user to develop their skills. Then the first floor will consist of the residents rooms. They will need more privacy, so having them elevated will allow for them to feel more comfortable. Then on the top floor will consist of private meeting rooms and the staff area.

Private VS Public spaces PUBLIC SPACES PRIVATE SPACES

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With the development for my floor plans, I came across an issue with the original layout proposal. I found that the layout for this section of the building was too linear. If vulnerable patients are entering the building for the first time and they are exposed to square and clinical layout then this may cause anxiety or stress.

So after realising the issue with the liner layout which could potentially cause stress and anxiousness, I will resolve this issue by having the reception area bigger with seating, that way when the user enters they can automatically feel relaxed. Also changing the layout so the kitchen is closer to the canteen and not the reception due to sound volume.

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ISSUE #2

HOW CAN I RESOLVE HIS ISSUE?

After my intial development of the ground floor plan, I found that there was too much white space within the atrium area. Eventhough it is an open plan area, I want to fill the space with another purpose so it becomes more filled and valued.

I decided to fill the area with market stalls. which links to my concept of community. It can be an area where other local business’s donate items that they no longer need and the users can buy or have the items which have been donated.

ISSUE #3

HOW CAN I RESOLVE HIS ISSUE?

Initally, I wanted the toilets, staff toilets and storgae / plant room at the back of the space and out of the way, however I found that when people are walking in they will automatically look at that area and people might get self concious if others can see into the bathrooms.

In order to stop people from looking into the bathroom I will instead put a partion wall in front, that way it makes a corridor for the users to walk down into, and it blocks the view.

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toilets

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HOLLAND STREET

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TOILETS

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HOW CAN I RESOLVE HIS ISSUE?

Within the first floor, the residental area, I designed this area specifically to be a kitchen/ snack area, so that way the residents can get a drink etc when needed instead of going all the way to one side of the building. However, it seems unecessary to incoprate a vending machine area, as it doesn’t flow within my scheme or within my concept

Moving forward, I want to re design the area as a break out or second living area, that way it relates to my concept of community. The area can be desinged to merge the different users together.

ISSUE #5

HOW CAN I RESOLVE HIS ISSUE?

A similar issue as previously, the garden and outside seating is too linear. It doesn’t make the interior seem inviting or welcoming. Also the garden again, emphasises this. It’s supposed to be a playful and fun environment,

In order to resolve this issue, I want to change the seating to modular furniture, that way I can encourage users to sit next to each other. Also another simple way to alter the garden layout is to encourage curves, which can also act as a circulation path.

ISSUE #6

HOW CAN I RESOLVE HIS ISSUE?

When designing the residental areas on the first floor of the building, I realsed after completing my intial plans that it’s layout its very similar to a prison layout

After reviewing the residents area, I think it would be best to remove the rooms over looking the atrium, and continue the rooms on the other side of the corridor. That way when the users walk out of the room they are immediatley placed within a socail scene, and with the lounge over looking the atrium, hopefully this could encourage the users to go downstairs and interact more with the other users.

Long corridors, small rooms gives the impression of a dark and unwelcoming environment.

ISSUE # 7

HOW CAN I RESOLVE HIS ISSUE?

After designing the inital design proposal for the living area, I found that it was also too linear. I included rooms that were closed and simple furniture layout. Again, this linear approach is mirrored to a prision layout, very unwelcoming and cold.

Immediatley, I want to remove the wlls which are seperating the users and create one flow open space, that way it relates to my concept, and also it allows the different users to interact and communicate more.

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my residential accomodaSCALE: tion, I found that I had initial 1:20 designed the rooms too small. Originiall the room size was 10.4sqm2, 3800mm by 3800mm. However after reflecting on the layout, I wanted to increase the room size so that they had more breathing space, and more space to relax. The previous layout was similar to a standard prison room layout, and by having smaller rooms I assume it would increase the users stress and anxiousness.

Also, the original layout had a desk, and a more formal layout, however I decided to remove the desk and create a more comfortable atmosphere, by instead installing a lounge chair and a side table. Furthermore, I have also included a wadrobe, where the users can hang their clothes, adding more personality and giving the users more identity to the space.

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Nicholas Weinstein installation:

What? Glass fibre seemed to be the obvious choice for my choice of my material for the installation, it’s light weight, and in order to get the fluid form of the installation this was my original choice to how I thought my installation could be designed. As I want to have a fluid and organic form wrapping around my proposal, Fibre glass is the best material for this. It can be easily moulded into any shape, it’s strong and stiff and is long wearing.

Why? With glass fibre you’re avble to manipulate the material into creating any form you wish. As I am designing a fluid installation this seemde to be the best approach.

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Reflection moving forward, I believe that glass fibre is not the material I should use going forward within my design proposal.

However, the material can be coloured and when light reflects off of it it makes it look more seamless.

The main reason being, as my installation forms from being a ceiling to furniture piece I want it to be seamless and one material. Because glass fibre is not commonly used for furniture as it can’t hold the weight of multiple people and will break.

Furthermore, as I want the installation to represent comfrot and also security the installation resembles being cold, so I want develop my research further by looking at which materials can be warm, inviting and also comfortable.

I also found through research it has negative health effects, especially people asthma, so this has caused an issue as I don’t want users to gather any health issues further down the line.

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PRECEDENT ‘Couches gone wild’

What? The ‘couches gone wild’ installation has been designed as part of flexible seating and a lighting fixture. Its purpose is to mix the different users who use the area and try to get them to be more interactive.

How? The seating is structured using triangle truff like support at the back which allows the users to support their weight. The seating material itself is made from acylic plastic Corrugated piping, which then the designer uses cable tiles to attach multiple pipes together. Lighting wires can fit through to produce lighting fixtures aswell as a ceating installtion.

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Reflection moving forward, I believe that using piping to create a seating installation as well as a ceiling installation is not the material I should use going forward within my design proposal. Eventhough using recycable materials is benefical to any proposal, using plasic tubing I also found through research it has negative health effects, especially people asthma, so this has caused an issue as I don’t want users to gather any health issues further down the line.

However, the material can be coloured and when light reflects off of it it makes it look more seamless. Furthermore, as I want the installation to represent comfrot and also security the installation resembles being cold, so I want develop my research further by looking at which materials can be warm, inviting and also comfortable.

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PRECEDENT The Eden project and Birmingham New street

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What? Both Birmingham new street and the Eden project roof material are made from ETFE, which is a florine based plastic. ETFE has a relatively high melting temperature, excellent chemical, electrical and high-energy radiation resistance properties. The roof is structurally supported by stainless steel hexagon support which then ETFE material wraps around it to create the finished look.

How? the hexagon stainless steel act as a support for the material to wrap over, so it can be secure. The ETFE material is then able to be wrapped over the stainless frame, allowing for the roof to then be allowed heat from the sun to grow the plants inside.

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Reflection Overall, what I think reflects well moving forward is the installation having a timber or metal support structure which is then able to support the weight of the user.

However, the material can be coloured and when light reflects off of it it makes it look more seamless.

Having a support structure, and then having a material wrap it can be benifical. For disassembly, the material can easily be taken apart, where as with a more complex structure it wouldn’t be so easy. This is something I want to explore further.

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Summary After reflecting back on the main case studies I analysed, I want to develop my installation further by exploring upholstery materials instead of using plastics or fibre glass. The reason being, as I am designing a piece of furniture aswell as a ceiling installation I want the material of the product to be coforting and inviting, and also seamless, so the piece is reflected as one, instead of the ceiling being constructured from fibre glass and the seating being a seperate material. F inal M a jor pro je c t

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CONSTRUCTION Steam Bending:

Reflection I have choosen to explore timber in more detail, as similary to the Eden Project they had used Stainlesss steel support to structure the roof, however I want to make the installation more sustainable and lightweight so timber is the best option for my proposal. Steam bending was my inital idea of how I would create the fluid form of my installation, because in order to create the fluid form you would need to steam bend it.

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Overall, using steam bending to create my installation wouldn’t be the best method, mainly because it isn’t accurate. I would need to create a mould to then wrap the wood around to get the accurate shape, however it would be very tidious and un accurate. Therefore, I need to think of another method of construction.

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Reflection Overall, what I think reflects well moving forward is the installation having a timber or metal support structure which is then able to support the weight of the user. Using the CNC machine to create the fluid form would be the most accurate method. And it can be easily assembled, similarly to a flat pack approach.

I can use the frame and then get a fabric to wrap around it, similarly to upholstering it, to add comfort and enjoyment. Furthermore, as I want the installation to represent comfrot and also security the installation resembles being cold, so I want develop my research further by looking at which materials can be warm, inviting and also comfortable.

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PRECEDENT What? Exploring more into CNC timber cutting, I looked into the metropol parasol seville structure which includes interlocking timber panels to create a fluid form. The interlocking construction also strengthens the structure, which allows for more weight.

How? I need to explore the specific wood I will be using in order to create the installation, however I am aware that a very thin thickness of woodbe used to create the overall form. As the structure is so fluid have a thin layer of timber would allow for the fluid form. then to strengthen it I will simply layer it. I would ultimatley end up with 4 - 5 layers of 12mm plywood, that way it would be able to support the weight of multiple people.

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Reflection After analysing the structure, I found that using the CNC machine to cut the timber pieces would be the most accurate form of construction. To make it easier to be constructed I would create the form drawing myself on AUTOCAD and send it to the builders who would construct it on site. Also using the interlocking construction would make the installation stronger and would be able to hold the weight of multiple people.

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9mm/12mm/50mm Hardwood Plywood: Specification:

Grade: high C+/C Used best with the CNC machine. You can expect to see knots, dents and filler on the surface, the sheets are quite likely to be warped/ wavy. Not suitable for furniture. plywood sheets are versatile and are typically used for applications such as roofing, walls or general joinery An alternative could be Brazilian softwood plywood sheets which is a lighter toned wood with straighter grain and a more uniform texture. It’s high strength and durable, it can also be stained to look more natural.

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Grade: high BB/ BB Used best with the CNC machine. A tough and hard-wearing material that can be used in external applications, marine plywood is designed to perform for long periods in humid or wet conditions Marine wood can also be varnished or painted easily as it has a great surface that’s smooth and free from knots. Marine plywood is also a pliable wood that can be bent into shape without it losing its structural integrity, which provides an added layer of versatility. This wood provides excellent value for money without compromising on the quality. It’s resistant to cracking, warping and twisting, and also minimises splitting when screws or nails are used.

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9mm/12mm/50mm Birch Plywood: Specification:

Grade: high BB/ BB Used best with the CNC machine. Durable material with strength, mainly used for furniture and outside structures. Smooth surface, ideal for staining and laquering. Good for using for framework, such as framework for housing and flooring Incredibly strong so best used for structural support. lightweight and easy to machine but is also robust and reliable. Birch plywood can be engraved and laser-cut to different shapes and sizes.

Reflection Overall, when specifying which plywood I want to use, I think choosing Birch plywood would be the best choice, because that material is often used within furniture design as its strong, durable and has a smooth surface.

The reason why I am speciftying Birch plywood is because its commonly used within furtniture design. It’s strong, durble and perfect for supporting the weight of multiple people.

where if I was to use softwood instead of birch plywood, then the chances of the wood chipping or warping are more likely, so the installation is more likely to become damaged.

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Cotton Craft Plain Fabric Specification: Comes with a OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, which is one of the best-known labels for textiles tested for harmful substances. - thinner material, so when a light shines on it, it becomes more see through. could be intresting when light shines on it. - More stretchy so when wrapping over the installation it could be more flexible. -90% Cotton 10% elestane. - not organic and can get stained easily.

Linen fabric: Specification: 100% Linen Linen is very strong and absorbent and dries faster than cotton It’s more stiff, doesn’t have any flexibilitity to it. Also it stains easily and it’s more difficult to remove any stains etc. It’s sustainable as material comes from flax plant Its thicker and more tough, so if people are sitting on it, it wont move. -more comfortable -absorbs sound

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Organic Cotton:

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-FR treated It’s breatheable, heat and moisture can be conducted away from your skin when you sit on it -good abrasion resistance, desirable characteristics in upholstery that will gets used all the time. Cotton is also easy to dye, which is why it comes in a rainbow of colors. -It wrinkles easily so it’ll need to be constantly maintained. -You can wash it, however it is likely to stain more.

Pershore FR fabric: Specification:

-FR treated and fibre guard stain free technology, meaning it’s easy to maintain and clean. -Pershire FR has excelent durability and has a Martindale test score of 100,000+. - material: 36% Polyester 32% Cotton 22% Viscose 10% Linen Ordered by Per matre. Company: Just fabrics UK based -stretchy so can be easily attach to installaition.

Reflection Overall, what I think reflects well moving forward is the installation having a timber or metal support structure which is then able to support the weight of the user and then making it more aesthetically pleasing having the fabric wrap around it. Making it more appealing but also more comfortable.

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FURTHER Ergonomics As I am designing a seat aswell as an overhead installation, i need to understand the ergonomics of someone in order to understand how big the installation should be. The average seat height is 400mm high, however with design, I want it to be a fluid form, so perhaps some area of the seating is designed for low end seating and other is high end, similar to a bar bench, which is roughly 700mm high. The sitting position for someone to be comfortable is 800mm wide, so to fit multiple people length wise should be atleast double if not triple, roughly 3000-4000mm wide. Also, the users could be able to lie down on the installation, the function is endless, so the average length of someone is 2000mm, so again, the installation needs to be fairly long incase people need to lie down or up against it. As I want the users to feel comfortable, I wanted to explore how wide someones arm comes out and infront of them, to again, understand how to make the user feel comfortable. Understanding a persons dimensions has been essiently for my development. Analysing how someone sits and positions themselves has shown me that the installation needs to be large in order for them to feel comfortable. Also as it will be seating perhaps 15+ people, it needs to be able to sit a large amount of people at a time.

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Why am I upholstering my installation?

The main reason on why I wish to upholster my installation instead of painting the CNC wood and leaving it exposed is mainly to add to the users comfort. The installation is supposed to attract users into the space, allowing them to focus on the installation to circulate themselves through the space. I want my users to feel nourished and secure within the proposal, which is why having this fluid form wrapping around the space allows for them to be comfortable. however, I do not wish for this to be a short term seating for them. If they are struggling with any issues and wish to talk to someone they are able to sit, talk and confide in a staff member and feel secure with the environment.

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Reflection How does the installation relate to my concept?

Initally, from my concept development, I explored VOILENCE, MOVEMENT and COMMUNITY. My installtion proposal links to all 3 of my drivers. The purpose of the installation is supposed to push the community together, to merge the different users toether. Try and persuade them to interact more with one another and form more of a community. When they can learn to develop their socail skills, this can then lead them to becoming open within society.

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Secondly, the scale, form, geometry and color all link to my main concept of voilence. The installation invades the space and is conflicted with the surrondings. White walls and a neutral pallette surrond the interiors to give a calmer feel. However the orange invades the space and attracts the users, inviting them to sit down and enjoy their surronding. Linking this to the ‘couches gone wild’ case study and also the Shirely Ryan Centre. Lastly, movement, the fluid form acts a comfort blanket, its supposed to support the users within seating, but also it can come apart, and the back piece of installation can be come apart and leave the seating and ceiling exposed.

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Entrance to the community centre Location: Ground Floor

When entering the flooring shifts from traditional oak laminate flooring to grey stone laminate flooring, which relates to my concept of movement and invasion. The user group are pushed into the large atrium space, with a reception and large seating avaliable for them. A geometric window will be designed to allow them to look in and witness the different classes which take place. The overhead installation begins when entering, encouraging the users circulation path and pushes them into the centre of the atrium.

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Exterior Entrance Location: Holland street

The entrance to the community centre was designed to be warm and welcoming to the visitors. Double automatic doors to allow for a natural circulation route for the local people. Within my proposal I wanted to respect and not change too much of the exterior of the building. It’s original brickwork and terracotta detailing remains and valuable to the other buildings within the Jewellery Quarter.

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Atrium / Rreception # 1 Location: Ground Floor

The atrium is the centre of the space, with a triple height ceiling to allow for an open plan environment and natural air flow. The reception desk is located in the middle with a bespoke light fixture above. Visitors are able to book and ask questions about the facilities, or book appoitments with staff. The back of the atrium looks into the Botanical Garden, which users are able to visit to sit and talk to other visitors or learn how to plan/take care of plants The market stands also wrap around the atrium, to allow for more business’s to open their own market. There are also two large ceiling/seating installation which relate to my concept of voilence and community.

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Food Market

Location: Ground Floor The food market is a key feature to the community centre. It’s an oppotunity for local business’s to come and sell their products, or possibly others to donate items they no longer need and give to the more vulnerable visitors. It’s also an oppotunity for those to gain jobs on the market, selling what they produce and encouraging them to become self employed. Poentially every sunday between 8am - 2pm, fresh produce will be made avaliable for the users to buy items at a cheaper cost and also to meet others in their vulnerable position.

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Atrium / Seating # 1 Location: Ground Floor

Overlooking the Botanical Garden are modular pieces of funriture, which is avaliable for any open plan meeting with the visitors and staff. Job interviews could also take place here, the users meeting with local business’s discussing future carreer or apprenticeship oppotunities. Shift from stone laminate to oak laminate has also been specified for this specific area, giving a warmer and more inviting location for the visitors to sit. LED lighting has also been designed to sit against the collumns, to give any extra light and to give a warmer feel to the atmosphere.

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Botanical Garden Location: Ground Floor

The botanical garden is a key part to my proposal, with plans and nature having positive mental and physical benefits, the visitors are able to visit and be submerged into the green space. Seats avaliable at the back, along with storage for coats and bags and a large shared sink. The purpose is to encourage users to learn to grow and take care of plants. Giving them the oppotunity to potentially start a career in landscaping, it’s part of the schemes avaliable to give them employment.

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Atrium / Rreception #2 Location: Ground Floor

The installation pieces are able to detach from one another, the back piece is able to come apart and what would be left is the ceiling and seating. The installation is wrapped in an orange oganic cotton material which allows for extra comfort. Users are able to sit, stand or behave however they would like within the installation. Bespoke lighting is installated above and around the installation to emphasis the concept of movement and wrapping. At the back of the space, signs are displayed to alert the visitors on the other facilites avaliable, for example a workshop, pottery class and cooking studio

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Atrium / Rreception #3 Location: Ground Floor

Within the atrium, residents on the first floor are able to look down from the living area and be encouraged to socailise with others. The second reception, for the vulnerable patients, are also able to look down from the area, allowing them to see what events are taking place - also encouranging them to visit the atrium. A mezzanine floor has been installed for private office spaces. On the ground floor wall, a mural has been designed to give users an oppotunity to see what classes are avaliable for them, but also images of other residents and words of positivity and encouraging words for those who are struggling.

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Living area #3 Location: First Floor

Multiple break out areas have been designed for the residents on the first floor, encouraging socail interaction. The modular furniture has been a consistent theme within the residents area, allowing them to change the layout to however fits their needs. Bespoke lighting has been continuted within the area, emphasising the idea of playfullness and a fun environment. The orange branding has also been continued, with it flowing from the lift to down the corridor, also acting a circulation route.

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Living area # 1 Location: First Floor

On the first floor, the residents area is essential to the users who are homeless and needing short term accomodation. The bedrooms are located on Holland side, over looking the main road. The living are are on the outside of the bedroom to encourage the users to be socail with one another. In order to reduce sound from travelling and disturbing the residents, cotton acoustic sound pannels have been introduced on the ceiling to capture the sound travelling from the living quarters. Each room has an individual number for the specific user staying, with their own post box, chalk board and storage rack for any fresh towels etc.

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Living area #4 Location: First Floor Within the living areas, I have also incorporated shared kitchen facilities, so the patients don’t have to travel downstairs if they needed any refreshments. Continuing with the concept of community, having a communal kitchen which the residents can share, allows them to interact more within another, allowing them to develop their socail skills. The original brickwork of the building will be left exposed, to mould the bold and dynamic color of the orange with the existing building.

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Living area #2

Location: Ground Floor Another living area within the residental area, however it’s quieter and more private, with a bookcase, and modular furniture. The users are able to move the furniture to however suits their needs. Bespoke circular lighting has been fitted overhead, emphasising the idea of playfullness and adding a softer approach to the proposal. Accents of orange has been placed around the residents, emphasising my concept of voilence and invasion, but also it represents the branding of the proposal. Finally, a new flooring has been introduced, seperating the hallway flooring to the living area, giving it a warmer touch.

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Residental rooms #2 Location: First Floor

A bespoke headboard has been designed by using 50mm pieces of MDF, which has been stained and painted to create this conflict with the white walls and exposed brickwork. It continutes up on the ceiling with LED lighting fitted within it. Furthermore, to give the residents an option to give the room more of their personality, a cork wall strip has been specified to allow for the users to pin any photos or personal items without damaged the walls. Natural wood, white and tonal colors run throughout the bedroom, to allow for the users to feel calm and serene whilist in their private room.

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Residental rooms # 1 Location: First Floor

The residents is 14.8sqm2, with the user having their own wadrobe, storage, lounge chair, table, TV, bed and ensuite. Invading the room is the bold orange stripe, which is linked to my concept but also has the constant branding running throughout. Oak herringbone flooring has been specified as it’s easy to maintain and clean and is more hygenic than using carpet. The residents room is their private time to relax and take time for themselves, however when leaving they are immediatley submerged into the living area, which pushes them to be interactive with the other users.

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Reception #2

Location: First Floor Located on Charlotte street, the Reception 2 is the private reception area for the vulnerable returning users, who are struggling mentally and are seeking further treatment with therapists or GP’s. Having a second reception area/ entrance allows for the visitors to enter in a quieter environment instead of the busier atmosphere of the community centre. Modular seating has also been included, so the staff are able to adjust the seating every day to beneiit the users. A bespoke reception desk and over head strucutre strongly gives the area a higher hierachy. Accents of orange have been included to keep on brand with the proposal. It’s soft pallette calms and neutrase should reflect the patients behaviour, destressing them through a difficult phase in their life.

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Private Off ices

Location: Mezzanine Floor the mezzanine floor looks out onto atrium space, however I wanted to design a more private area for those who wanted to have a potentially job interview or talk to a member of staff more proffessionally about future options. At the back of the design a cork board has been specified to act as a noticeboard, with updates for any potential jobs or information. Open plan seating has also been designed, to emphasis a relaxed and softer approach. With also the areas own kitche, so staff and visitors don’t have to travel back downstairs to get any refreshments.

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App propoasl: The app has been designed to give visitors the chance to book any of the facilities avaliable. Cooking courses, Computer courses, Pottery classes and GYM sessions are made avaliable for the community centre. But instead of them coming in individually to book a class, they are able to download the app and view what classes are avaliable and book a time which best suits for them. In order to book all they have to do is create an account with the James Cond Rehabilitation Centre and then they can access what is avaliable through the weeks.

Also, they can choose to book a meeting with any of the staff and have a private meeting about future employment possibilities and talk about any cornerns they have with their health. Furthermore, the app is an oppotunity for the users to book classes within their own time and look at what they can do in order to develop their own personal skills. With future updates of the App, users could potentially book out rooms or private offices for the chance for them to be interviewed with future employers. F inal M a jor pro je c t

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