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SARAH'S PORTFOLIO
Space Planning and Codes
This space satisfies the criteria of a “good space” in more ways than one. The first being scale. The scale of the table in comparison to the rest of the room takes us to our second principle of design: a focal element. The table, because of its scale, becomes the focal element of the room. While it is just about the only piece of furniture in the room, it is also the only black thing in an all white room. This draws even more attention to it. Lastly, centering. The entire room is centered around this table and the table is the sole function of the room. If you remove the table, the room serves no purpose. This is a good space because it is functional, aesthetic, and purposeful.
I found the Montview game room to be a fanatic example of “Contents” when it comes to space planning and design. This is due to its execution in clustering spaces, flow, and grouping. Throughout the open room, furniture is clustered together to form little “rooms” within the larger room. Each television has a set of furniture to go with it for ease of use, but also to somewhat close off the space. Tables are also clustered together. There is a cluster of chess tables, a cluster of ping pong tables, and a cluster of pool tables. In each cluster, everything belongs to each other. The whole space is very easy to navigate. There is continuous flow throughout the whole room. You can get all the way to the other side of the room without interrupting anyone or being in the way at all. There is good circulation. And lastly, grouping. This somewhat falls into the same category as clustering spaces only; it is more about the grouping and positioning of furniture as opposed to the clustering of games. There are many television sets throughout the Montview game room. And as I said before, each tv has its own set of furniture. The furniture is typically grouped around the tv closing it off. This makes it feel like it’s its own separate room. It feels a bit more private or secluded.
Layering, prospect, and flow. This hallway demonstrates each of these space planning and design ideas. Layering is demonstrated by the combination of rooms. There is a living room, then you cross a hallway through the open shelving. Once you pass under the shelving you find a dining room to your right, and a sitting area to your left. Spaces are layered on top of each other but not without keep the concept open and easily navigable. Which brings me to my next consideration...flow. There is good circulation throughout the space. You never walk in front of someone or something where you would be in the way. You can enter and leave a room with ease and there is more than enough space for many people to do so. And lastly, prospect. At the end of the hall, there is a view of a pool against the hills of Texas. It is framed by French doors opening up the a small porch leading up to the pool.
The "Reading Room" in the Jerry Falwell Library, is a fantastic example of spacial sequencing. Or more specifically, formal sequencing. This is due to its symmetry represented throughout the space. The placement of the walls and bookshelves, the use of the tables and chairs, and even the walls of windows and doors. These all contribute to the symmetrical, formal feel cast over the room.
This sketch of a walkway at The Hill creates an experience along a path of travel. It does this by showcasing a panoramic view at the end of a path, drawing the eye forward.
This particular arrangement in the Jerry Falwell Library is an example of both sociofugal and sociopetal interactions. while some sofas are back to back allowing for privacy, other sofas are facing each other creating an environment for community and conversation.
Privacy can be found all over Camp Hydaway. We've learned a lot throughout this class about designing spaces suitable and encouraging for community, but privacy can be equally as important. We need privacy is many different areas of our lives. We expect privacy in our homes, in public restrooms, in libraries...Privacy is all around us, so making spaces that cater to that is just as important as public space. The "Hammock Haven" at Camp Hideaway is a perfect example of creating private spaces available in a peaceful, yet communal area.
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