INDS 326 Project Documentation final project - Project identification, research, programming, etc. for Fine Art and Design Student Lounge

1. Design of Spaces
for the
Education of Designers
A personal background, brief literature review and some sample thoughts.
J. Belk – INDS – 4/7/10

2. A VISIT TO SCAD ATLANTA!!!

4. Dr. Connie Dyer and Wendy VanDerNoorda
Illinois State University
“The Interior Design Studio Environment:
Value vs. Reality”
Research Questions:
“Are faculty satisfied with design instruction spaces in state funded
facilities?”
“Do our spaces communicate our value of design to
students, parents, recruits, etc.?”
2010 IDEC National Conference

5. “DESIGNING FOR DESIGNERS”
YEAR: 2007
16 SCHOOL EVALUATED
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LESSONS LEARNED
PROGRAMMING & DESIGN:
Use research and a participatory process throughout the
planning and design process to gain the benefit of the
wisdom of the crowd
Program comprehensively and with the involvement of all
users
Program for the adaptable and changing needs of teaching
and learning over time.
Design for sustainability. To the extent possible, adhere to
LEED standards for an energy efficient building.
Design to give users a lot of latitude to modify their work
and learning spaces
Lit Review

6. LESSONS LEARNED
DAYLIGHTING & NATURE:
Provide access to nature through windows, gardens, and
courtyards.
To enhance the academic experience, provide naturally
lit, socially supportive spaces.
Offer views to the outside and natural light
Provide livable outdoor public spaces, with
seating, trees, water, and other features to enliven the area
and attract outdoor use.
CRITIQUE SPACES:
Enclose each studio and crit space for acoustic privacy. The
crit spaces with glass doors work better than those
without.
For crit spaces, privacy and acoustic control should take
priority, and such space should have adequate tacking
areas.
“Open design may aid communication and work flow and
make for easier supervision. It also has many
disadvantages: producing tension, irritability, a disliked
sense of supervision, and need for visual and auditory
privacy.”
Lit Review

7. LESSONS LEARNED
CONTROL & COMFORT:
Make sure the design has an excellent HVAC system to
insure a comfortable environment.
Design studios should have well planned acoustics,
temperature controls, and illumination. Most of the studios
suffered from problems with illumination, glare, noise, and
temperature.
WAYFINDING:
Simplify wayfinding. Design for clear wayfinding as it yields
greater user satisfaction with a place.
Lit Review

8. LESSONS LEARNED
SOCIALIZATION:
The interior should have a central, large-scale social
gathering feature in the de­sign….serves as the spatial
organizer.
Have a central gathering place to help create a sense of
community.
Maintain adequate privacy, territory, or personalization to
help strengthen a sense of community.
Include a cafe or eatery (preferably linked to the atrium or
special event area) to enliven the building.
Provide natural gathering places for informal interaction
and socializing. A cafe' serves this purpose, as do
transparent stairways with wide landings.
PROVIDE A HEARTH
“Occupants liked the large open public spaces and future
designs would do well to have such spaces, particularly at
points of convergence. Furnish these spaces with features
that will attract of seating, with a variety of seating
options including movable seats, connection and views to
heavily used circulation routes, food service facilities…. In
warm climates, places can be outdoor courtyards”
Lit Review

9. OVERRIDING PROBLEMS FOUND IN RESEARCH (and anticipated in our future)
No visual access to outside of studios; Minimal natural light
Separation of student and faculty areas; Few opportunities for informal interaction
No provisions for eating & socializing
Poor interaction of students
Poor climate control
Too many hard surfaces; Noise
No sufficient informal meeting areas
Building materials constrain pin-up
No opportunity to personalize
Visitors often wander
No gathering spaces within the studio
Lit Review

10. INTERIOR DESIGN: PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR
TEACHING AND LEARNING
YEAR: 2008
___________________________
“The appearance and functionality of learning
environments have much to say about the
perception of credibility, capability, and currency of
academic programs of study, both for the learners
(recruits!) and the institution’s accrediting bodies.”
“… the concept of learning is leaking beyond the
walls of dedicated classrooms into shared in-
between spaces that foster collaboration and
community. Previous barriers erected between off
time and time on task are breaking down, coupled
with expectations of instant information access.”
“Echo Boomers both work and socialize at all times
of the day. Just as the concept of classroom and
lounge are being rethought, so is the concept of the
traditional workday.”
Lit Review

11. “Learners are expecting more natural, stimulating
environments that increase their comfort and
thereby maintain positive motivation. Natural light
and wireless connectivity can assist in achieving this
goal. Giving learners a measure of control over
factors such as air and light levels can increase
satisfaction.”
“Research suggests that a classroom’s indoor
environmental quality can in fact impact student
health, performance and attendance.”
What do these spaces need???
• Lockers and shelves within the spaces for
personal storage
• Ability to move frequently from sitting to
standing
• Table heights that are more appropriate for
laptop use
• Tables and chairs on casters
• Furnishings that respond to collaborative
activities
• Wayfinding and “sculpted forms” help give
sense of place
Lit Review

12. “Learners observed that seeing lights on and activity
outside of the building was a motivating influence.
“Close proximity for learner to instructor
interactions”
“Access 24/7 was similarly noted as important for
feeling kinship and the privilege of being accepted
into the academic program.”
“Lounge areas needed for impromptu meetings and
brainstorming”
“Learners remarked positively on the ability to
control ventilation, temperature, and light.”
Lit Review

13. CHARACTERISTICS AND EQUIPMENT FOR ACADEMIC SPACES
Interior design program facilities requirements vary greatly. Use to brainstorm specific needs.
1. Lecture and other non-studio learner spaces
• Stadium seating or flat floor with moveable tables/chairs
• Exit placed so as not to disrupt presentations
• Pinup space for class exercises
• Technology-smart equipment; Opaque projector and LCD projector
• Smart board
2. Studio learning spaces ***
• Multimodal to support digital and traditional presentations, computer-based work, team collaboration, 3D
model building, printing, and project assembly
3. Critique and exhibition spaces
• Can be secured and surveilled
• Public access
• No conflict with proximity to or circulation for scheduled classes
• Large lockable cases for 2D and 3D work
• Access to kitchenette for catered events
• Technology support for variety of digital exhibits and presentations
• Daylight control
4. Learner support spaces: Learning center ***
• Team collaboration space
• Lounge space
• Food/refreshments
• Ample digital ports in different seating modes
• Print center
• Table access for quiet study
• Dedicated lockers and private space
Lit Review

14. Continued……
5. Learner support spaces: Other
• Materials library with computer access
• Color copier with swipe/payment access
• Design periodical/book library with copier access
• Mat cutter
6. Learner cold desks, either as supplementary or in-class work areas
7. Seminar room for small conference-room based classes and faculty meetings
8. Storage
• Student work retained for accreditation purposes
• Teaching materials
• Gallery display pedestals and easels
• Paper and administration files and archives
• Software and hardware equipment
9. Instructor spaces
• Offices for full-time and part-time faculty
• Lounge with kitchenette
• Support spaces
• Copy/collate area; Mailboxes
• Research space
• Staging space (lockable) for grading large projects
• Restroom for faculty
Lit Review

17. What is your program of study?
BFA in Art - Interior Design 51.50% 17
BFA in Visual Communication: Illustration 39.40% 13
BA in Art History 3.00% 1
BFA in Art - Photography (Commercial) 6.10% 2
What year are you?
First (Freshman or 1st year in Art or Design program) 42.40% 14
Second (Sophomore or 2nd year in Art or Design program) 18.20% 6
Third (Junior or 3rd year in Art or Design program) 6.10% 2
Fourth (Senior or 4th year in Art or Design program) 33.30% 11
Where do you live?
On campus (South End or Central...near Rutledge) 30.30% 10
On campus (North End ... near Cherry Rd) 24.20% 8
Off campus 45.50% 15

18. How often do you work later in studio than local dining/lounge establishments are open (including DIGS)?
One night per week 36.40% 12
Two nights per week 18.20% 6
Three nights per week 24.20% 8
Four nights per week 6.10% 2
Five nights per week 15.20% 5
If you don't, tell us why!
I try to finish most of my work in class
I work in the Mnance lab MUCH more to get away from studio
Six nights a week.
I'd rather work in my room, Rutledge stresses me out.
I don't. Meal plan requirements. I work around meals.
Do you often leave studio during long work sessions (day or night)?
Yes - Just to give my body a break 51.50% 17
Yes - To socialize and have some interaction 27.30% 9
Yes - To take a break from my classmates 21.20% 7
Yes - To work on other homework 18.20% 6
Yes - To make phone calls or check email 24.20% 8
Yes - Only to get food or use the restroom 48.50% 16
No - I like to get things done as quickly as possible 21.20% 7
No - I don't feel safe leaving 3.00% 1
Other (please specify)
I dont stay in the studio after classes , Yes - also to get food and/or use the restroom.

19. If Rutledge or McLaurin had a lounge dedicated to our students, what activities or amenities would you like to see?
(select your top 7-8 answers)
Grab and Go food 90.90% 30
Vending 45.50% 15
Microwave 72.70% 24
Dining space 63.60% 21
Printers/Copiers 75.80% 25
Study/Writing areas 39.40% 13
Quiet personal lounge spaces 81.80% 27
Flexible group lounge spaces 69.70% 23
Connection to the outdoors 48.50% 16
Mobile charging stations 45.50% 15
Televisions 48.50% 16
Telephone 0.00% 0
Projector/Screen 18.20% 6
Recreational items 39.40% 13
Other (please specify) - tv area, newspaper

20. How strong is the sense of community within your major?
Extremely strong 21.20% 7
Very strong 42.40% 14
Moderately strong 27.30% 9
Slightly strong 3.00% 1
Not at all strong 6.10% 2
How strong is the sense of community within your department?
Extremely strong 3.00% 1
Very strong 30.30% 10
Moderately strong 33.30% 11
Slightly strong 33.30% 11
Not at all strong 0.00% 0
How strong is the sense of community in CVPA (particularly between Fine Art and Design students)?
Extremely strong 3.00% 1
Very strong 6.10% 2
Moderately strong 18.20% 6
Slightly strong 30.30% 10
Not at all strong 42.40% 14

21. What types of activities would you participate in if they were available in an Art
and Design Lounge? What could this space provide what you don't have now?
Do you have any concerns about this type of space?
This would provide a place to go after hours once everything on campus is basically
close. One concern about the space is that it may be misused, mainly by the first year
students.
Eating and catching a break from work. We also would like to have a room for naps
Honestly, I would just like a place to escape to that is not a studio and not as far away
as Digs. I would be up for anything right now but overall I think the idea is awesome!!
1. Documentaries and slideshows shown on a projector screen. 2. Provides food on
off hours. COFFEE would be amazing. 3. No concerns about the space.
Fun and laid backkk art activities. Food. COFFEE
I think it would be a great idea to get the fine art and VCOM students in the same
place. Right now there's kind of an invisible wall between the two, partially because of
the department split, but also because we just don't have that many classes together
(read: none). It'd be neat to have a space to be able to run into and make
connections with the fine arts student, speaking as a VCOM major.

22. comfortable lounge space, coffee/dining services, interaction with other majors
Space for breaks between classes and long studios. Also a study space where
we could work on Revit/ Auto Cad and print without interrupting classes.
Pictionary nights, scrabble/chess
I'd love to be able to grab food in a lounge space, and I think Rutledge needs a
happy environment that isn't the sterile design studios. They're filled with bad
thoughts about class and stress!
Depends on what you mean exactly by 'activities'. Let's assume anything under
the sun. I vote for one or two really old arcade, free-standing video games. How
awesome would that be? Like Pacman or TMNT. Super awesome, yep yep.
You know, it would be nice to have showers or something. Then, if I have to
stay all night, I can actually have a shower before my 8:00 class the next
morning. *grins wryly*
I'm concerned students would misuse and abuse the space. I'm also
legitimately not comfortable with the idea that students that don't use Rutledge
or McLaurin would come in and take advantage of space that isn't theirs.

23. activities= break room, eating, socializing, separated time. concerns= only art
related majors should be the only people in the space... how do you keep
everyone else out?
ping pong
calm/relaxing atmosphere to clear my mind away from working on projects for
many hours
meetings, drafting, light table; Microwave and refrigerator!!!!! Also, a place to sit
quietly and eat and do homework....other than the hallway like we have to do now
Mainly food! The biggest reason I leave the studio is to run to digs and get
something to eat. Space to hang out with other students during a break. Lots of
plug-ins for laptops/cell phones. Wi-fi in the common area. Easier access to food.
Activity related events for fun weekend options/ parties. Paint throwing parties,
finger painting day activity, pottery building for valentines, pumpkin carving
contests for all art students, costume parties, free all kinds of dance lessons,
graffiti wall for all art students divided up by classes so we can sign the wall before
graduation, painting and drinking wine night, etc. More social fun day activities and
spicy fun night activities.

24. equip spec
cap served
which use
Instruc
Locatio
classes
Days
served
actual
Cap
Act
Time
Subj
Title
Crse
tor
n
ARTS 102 Three- MW 12:30 pm-03:15 pm 16 11 James P. Deibel (P) RUTL 026G
Dimensional
F Design I (3:7).
ARTS 102 Three- MW 06:30 pm-09:15 pm 16 12 Elizabeth C. Melton RUTL 026G
Dimensional (P)
F Design I (3:7).
ARTS 102 Three- TR 12:30 pm-03:15 pm 16 14 Jonathan P. Prichard RUTL 026G
Dimensional (P)
F Design I (3:7). 48 37 3 TS
ARTS 102 Three- MW 03:30 pm-06:15 pm 16 16 Michael W. Lavine (P) RUTL 031G
Dimensional
S Design I (3:7).
ARTS 202 Three TR 12:30 pm-03:15 pm 16 15 Michael W. Lavine (P) RUTL 031G
Dimensional
S Design II (3:7).
ARTS 202 Three MW 09:30 am-12:15 pm 16 14 James P. Deibel (P) RUTL 031G
Dimensional
S Design II (3:7).
ARTS 202 Three MW 12:30 pm-03:15 pm 16 16 James P. Deibel (P) RUTL 031G
Dimensional
S Design II (3:7).
ARTS 483 Special Topics in TR 03:30 pm-06:15 pm 0 0 Michael W. Lavine (P) RUTL 031G
Art: Conceptual
S Art (3) 64 61 4 TS
ARTS 102 Three- TR 08:00 am-10:45 am 16 14 Michael W. Lavine (P) RUTL 031G
Dimensional
F Design I (3:7).
ARTS 202 Three TR 03:30 pm-06:15 pm 16 10 Michael W. Lavine (P) RUTL 031G
Dimensional
F Design II (3:7).
ARTS 483 Installations MW 09:30 am-12:15 pm 10 9 Jonathan P. Prichard RUTL 031G
F (P) 42 33 3 TS

27. To Do:
•Programming to be determined
•Space to be field verified and put into CAD
•Technology items to be researched:
Healthy vending choices (and coffee!)
Security and surveillance systems
Networked printer/scanner
Charging station???
For Monday:
•Group defined programming document (including SWOT)
•Research on technology items
•3 plus photo examples of “practical” lounge environments