Group Project
The focus of my work this week has been on developing designs that are in keeping with the group vision. We decided that a geometric approach would uplift the reception area of 57 Spring Gardens and, with using relatively muted colours with a signature yellow colour (inspired from an image on the group Pinterest board as an accent), we have considered the setting of the designs as to not overwhelm the space.
The focus of my work this week has been on developing designs that are in keeping with the group vision. We decided that a geometric approach would uplift the reception area of 57 Spring Gardens and, with using relatively muted colours with a signature yellow colour (inspired from an image on the group Pinterest board as an accent), we have considered the setting of the designs as to not overwhelm the space.
After deciding on the colour palette, myself and Jenny began drawing. We both have very different drawing styles - Jenny prefers graphic, black and white drawing, whereas I prefer starting with colour and composition. We plan to combine our drawing styles to create designs which reflect both our work equally.
When considering the type of furniture we might place in the reception area, we decided that it would be better if the patterns were only on part of the chairs or sofas because they are quite heavily patterned and it would be difficult to match the pattern around the surface of the furniture. Myself and Jenny had an idea after discussing it with Michelle in a tutorial that we could choose part of the furniture such as a cushion and use Velcro so it could be detached. However, when we pitched this to the rest of the group, they didn't understand the detachable feature, and Simone pointed out that personalised furniture would be too time consuming and costly to make. Moreover, with Bruntwood being a commercial company, the likelihood of them wanting to spend their time and money on bespoke furniture is very slim. As a result, we have begun research into different types of furniture that we could suggest Bruntwood could purchase for the area, but that are also in-keeping with the other design features within the space. We could however, still present our prints to Bruntwood as they could be used on a smaller scale, such as for soft furnishings.
We looked at both chairs and sofas, to determine what would fit best within the space we were allocated. We discussed a few options of where they could be placed - for the Blue-Sky option, we discussed sofa pods on the higher level, facing outwards, so that people can still be identified but it is also slightly secluded and offers a breakout space for Bruntwood's clients. The dimensions of the space as it is currently would not allow a chair pod at either side of a coffee table in front of the lifts, so we looked at chairs too, as they would fit in the space. I think it would be more proactive and beneficial to the project if the group decided on the CAD designs to focus on first, before deciding on furniture for the space as we don't yet know what space we have for chairs and tables yet.
After this weeks tutorial and being told our furniture designs were going to be too costly to make, myself and Jenny felt a little bit lost as to what we could contribute towards the group project, so we discussed ways that we could still design something for the space. We reached a decision that we could take inspiration from Bolon (a flooring company) and create our own flooring design using geometric shapes. We felt that if the design was to be across the whole of the reception area, it would be too much and would not be appropriate for the client. As a result, we will design a strip of carpet tiles that will go underneath the seating area, with plain chairs on top. This way, there can be some design input, but not so that it overpowers the space.
Individual Project
With regards to individual projects, me and Jenny possess different skills that we felt would allow us to create a stronger body of work if we worked collaboratively with each other. We have discussed the possibility of laser-cutting into a table top, as I have had an induction last year, rather than suggesting pre-made tables for Bruntwood. I feel that with Jenny's skills in print, she could possibly design a screen to print onto the wood first, then I can design the laser to combine our skills and techniques. I will work on designs for the laser and sourcing appropriate materials over the Easter break so that we can get straight on with sampling and experimenting when we return, so we are managing our time effectively
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