my problem:
how many functions in my centre?
reverse the problem:
what are the best spaces to prevent mental ealth issues?
collect ideas:
1. places where you dont feel odd feeling alone
2. could some rooms be multifunctional?
3. comfortable spaces to meet up where you dont feel lonely and have people to talk to
4. places to relax and communicate
reverse ideas:
- what kind of places dont make us feel imtimidated?
- how is this space different from other spaces?
- what spaces and create the sense of control/ sense of place?
identify solutions:
- identify how to make people feel comfortable. how can nature help to do that?
- what makes people feel in control in relaxing spaces?
- comfort and “feeling the space” most popular in me feedback
- how to make interiors make people feel in control?
Here are my workshops results that were very helpful in erms of where to direct my research now. I’ll be looking at design for well-being using biophilia and looking at landscapes inside buildings that would stimulate senses. I hope finding some examples.. maybe art works or installations would work too?
gtreacy
Hi Kasia. I think bringing the outside in is a lovely idea. I suggest you look at the work of Jenny Jones Studio (Architect and interior designer). She has many good real and theoretical examples of biophilia in the work of her studio. A yoga/relaxation/meditation landscape might provide real escapism from the urban environment as your colleagues have suggested. I also suggest ensuring the sky is visible and those inside can see the changing day will be important. Whilst this is a complex paper it highlights the benefits of changing sky conditions: Evaluating Temporal and Spatial Light Exposure
Profiles for Typical Building Occupants – Megan Danell, María L. Ámundadóttir and Siobhan Rockcastle. I would also look at the works of James Turrell and how he works with light in his Skyspace projects or https://www.pkf-imagecollection.org/artist/Jim_Hirschfield/works/6068. Perhaps the introduction of a shallow water pool in the lower level will encourage reflections, help acoustics and allow people to ‘paddle’?! Gill
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Thank you Gill it’s really helpful!