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EDUCATION

Hamilton State School

Live Brief Collaboration

Brisbane, Australia

540m2 total

27m2 room

This brief entailed the internal redesign of a school building as part of a future, larger scale update, all while adhering to heritage restrictions. As a group, the development of a design concept produced the native bee as the lead inspiration. Moving forward, the scale of the project dictated the space to be divided into upper and lower floor groups which was then further split individually.

 

I was to design a space using the existing wall boundaries that rectified the schools lack of suitable storage and limited teacher break out space. In addition to the design concept of the native bee, I gained inspiration from the surrounding nature and projected use of the space to develop a refined and calm concept that offered a relaxing escape for the staff, whilst providing ample storage solutions in the form of custom joinery.

Role: Designer - Collaboration

Software: Indesign,  Photoshop, Revit and Excel

Date: December 2019

Note: Academic Work

design intent

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Hand Sketch

Early Concept Perspective

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Inspiration Board

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I wanted the space to feel like a spa retreat for the user. A subtle colour palette along with inspired joinery pieces enhance the look while also adding depth to the concept.

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The area would be a space where the users could be themselves and unwind. It would provide an environment that enhances tranquility through clean lines and organisation. 

MOOD

Mood Board

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concept development

Spatial Planning

Option 1, Option 2 and Option 3

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LEGEND

Seating

Dining/Workspace

Kitchenette

Storage

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Hand Sketch

Late Concept Perspective

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To provide ample storage space, a wall unit was designed. It features internal drawers and shelves along with pivoting doors. The pivoting doors will have pinboards or whiteboards, to display notices etc, on the internal side which when rotated, can be viewed from within the room. This is to further keep the space calm and organised and to minimise clutter. 

Hand Sketch

Storage Joinery Design

Left to Right: Front, Rotation Plan Action, Rotation Plan and Section

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Joinery Inspiration

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A custom table has been designed using inspiration from the traditional straw bee hive. The design also includes a built-in planter box to allow the inclusion of greenery in the space, excellent for encouraging relaxation. 

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Hand Sketch

Dining/Work Table Design

Left to Right: Perspective, Plan, Front and Section

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final concept

Table Inspiration

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MATERIALITY

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Material Board 

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1. Solid Surface - Island Counter Top
Non Toxic, Durable, Reusable

2. Bayleaf Laminate - Custom Storage Unit
Low Maintenance, Durable, Responsibly Sourced Raw Materials

3. Feather Soft Paint - Walls
Water Based, Low VOC Emissions

LEGEND

4. Laminate - Island Counter Cabinetry

Low Maintenance, Durable, Responsibly Sourced Raw Materials

5. Laminate - Custom Dining/Work Table
Low Maintenance, Durable, Responsibly Sourced Raw Materials

6. Forest Green Fabric - Chairs
Socially Responsible, Non Toxic

7. Marmoleum - Flooring
Environmentally Friendly, CO2 Neutral

SCHEDULE

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Full FFE

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LEVEL 1 PLAN

Server Room

Street Access

Veranda

Counselling Room

Teacher & Storage Room

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Modular Classrooms

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*Note: Second level only accessible by stairs. Implementation of wheelchair access unable due to heritage restrictions.*

Reading Room

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Art Room

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Level 1 Floor Plan

Drawn by Group Member

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TEACHER & STORAGE ROOM PLAN

Custom Wall Unit

Hallway to Counselling Room

Island Counter

Custom Table

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Chairs

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Door to Reading Room

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Teacher & Storage Room Plan

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Elevation 1

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Elevation 3

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ELEVATIONS

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Custom Wall Unit

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Chairs

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Acoustic Lighting

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Hallway to Counselling Room

Island Cabinet

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Custom Table

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Art Work

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Existing Laptop Charging Station

DRAWING SET

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