Spatial Design 1 / Project 2: Site analysis and User research for UX-Focused Campus Spatial Design

Spatial Design 1 / Project 2: Site analysis and user research for UX-centered campus space design

Weeks 5-10

The final venue I chose on campus was the open-air platform on the second floor of Building E

Week 6 10.29

Need to understand the basic environmental information of the venue, such as shape, ground material, size, sun shading, rain shading effects, and what facilities are available in the surrounding area

Week7

1. Basics of Form and Space Theory

This lecture focuses on enclosed spaces (e.g., rooms) and the role of openings within these spaces. Building on the previous two lectures (horizontal and vertical elements), it emphasizes how openings impact spatial connections, light penetration, ventilation, and visual guidance.

2. Functions and Effects of Openings

• Functionality:

        Provide entry and exit points, influencing circulation and accessibility.

        Enhance light and ventilation, improving spatial comfort.

• Aesthetics:

Emphasize the visual connection between interior and exterior, enhancing openness and fluidity.

• Spatial Experience:

The position, size, and number of openings affect the sense of enclosure, light distribution, and ambiance.

Variations in light and shadow create dynamic visual effects, adding spatial interest.

3. Three Types of Openings

1. Openings Between Planes

• Features: Fully enclosed within walls or ceilings, these openings act as focal points in the space.

• Examples:

• Ground-level windows on rectangular walls create distinctive visual effects.

• Vertical openings in modern buildings enhance verticality and contemporary aesthetics.

2. Corner Openings

• Features: Openings at corners blur the intersection of walls, creating dynamic effects through light and sightlines.

• Examples:

• A modernist building in Paris uses corner openings to blur the boundary between interior and exterior, enhancing fluidity and openness.

• High-positioned windows maximize natural light while preserving wall space for displays.

3. Openings Extending Between Planes

• Features: Openings that span vertically (floor to ceiling) or horizontally (across walls), extending the sense of space.

• Examples:

• Vertical openings emphasize spatial height; horizontal openings broaden the view.

• Skylights capture natural light, balancing brightness and shadow for a layered spatial effect.

4. Relationship Between Light and Space

• Bringing in Light:

Openings shape light and shadow effects, enhancing spatial atmosphere, for example:

• Circular windows create a sharp contrast with flat white facades.

• Deep-set openings add dimensionality and visual depth.

• Guiding Vision:

• The position of openings plays a crucial role in shaping visual focus, e.g., an opening at the end of a hallway draws attention and encourages directional movement.

5. Comprehensive Application of Spatial Design

By combining horizontal elements, vertical elements, and opening design, functional and visually appealing spaces can be created:

• Use openings to enhance light and ventilation, balancing openness and privacy.

• Combine light and shadow to add emotion and narrative to the space.

This week, we need to conduct a survey questionnaire to ask students what kind of environment they would like this outdoor venue to have. I estimate that an afternoon tea house can be built to provide a comfortable and relaxing environment for everyone.

Week8

Survey Questionnaire  https://forms.gle/KnyzyBhxPUPWVNih9

• Section A: User Demographics

 • Section B: Space Functions and User Needs

 • Section C: Facilities and Design Preferences 

•Section D: Unique Features and Additional Suggestions

Purpose

These suggestions aim to create a rooftop space that balances cultural diversity, functionality, and comfort, offering students an ideal environment for learning, socializing, and relaxation.

Interview Questionnaire:

This survey aims to gather user opinions and needs for transforming an unused rooftop on campus into an afternoon tea venue, helping to design a space that caters to the diverse requirements of students and staff.

Google survey questionnaire feedback

Based on data summary

Based on data and analysis, dress up the afternoon tea house as a space full of natural scenery, while also balancing social and enclosed spaces. I will mainly use circular shapes to reflect the inclusive culture of multiple ethnic groups in the exterior design.

Sunshade is also a very important aspect among them.

Week9-10

User Journey Map for Campus Outdoor Rooftop Space

User Types:

• Design students, professors, general leisure users.

Core Stages:

1. Before Service:

• User Actions: Hearing about the rooftop space and deciding to explore.

• Touch Points: Campus bulletin board, word-of-mouth from classmates, social media.

• Needs & Pain Points: Users look for a quiet and accessible space, but the rooftop entrance may not be obvious.

• Optimization Suggestions: Add signage and a site map at the entrance.

2. In Service:

• User Actions: Entering the rooftop, finding a seat, and using the space’s facilities.

• Touch Points: Entrance, bamboo partitions, seating areas, tea culture displays.

• Needs & Pain Points: Users need shade, comfortable seating, and a quiet environment, but facilities may be lacking.

• Optimization Suggestions: Provide adjustable seating, portable tables, and shading devices.

3. After Service:

• User Actions: Packing up and leaving the space, sharing their experience.

• Touch Points: Exit, social media, campus feedback channels.

• Needs & Pain Points: Users want an easier way to carry their belongings and provide feedback.

• Optimization Suggestions: Install handrails, offer portable storage lockers, and set up an online feedback platform.

This flowchart reflects the changes that the afternoon tea house that will be set up on my roof will bring to the lives of my classmates

It can be seen that if the rooftop can be set up as an afternoon tea house, it will be very popular among students

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