Monday, 6 May 2013

Device as a Shelter - Shipping Container Studio



Model; foam core, plastic sheeting, cardboard

Model

Technical Drawings 1 of 3

Technical Drawings 2 of 3

Technical Drawings 3 of 3

Notes on Design and Materiality Decisions 

·      Shipping container as a shelter allows for reuse of materials, relatively cheap to purchase and re-design, easily insulated and easily moved to location

·      Minimalistic modern design allows for increased efficiency of the space and the simplistic interior allows the user to design interior as they please. White is neutral colour which acts as a canvas to be decorated

·      As apart of effectively using space I have designed operable walls that fold in a concertina fold structure this was the best type of design to maximise space. The wall compartments in which the walls fold back into have extra space acting as a cupboard. Wooden flooring allows for easy insertion of operable floor runners. 

·      There is a lot of open space, the reason for this design is;
-    The size of windows opens up the room
-  It also creates a sense of connectedness with the exterior environment
-   There is a lowered need for electricity and the room will remain light for most of the day, there will be blinds included to shut off the space, but these will still allow light into the room.
-       The corner of shut off space with no windows creates a sense of prospect refuge the user doesn’t feel completely exposed to the outside world, the blinds will also increase the sense of safety if the user feels too exposed.
-       The sliding doors were chosen as they do not intrude into the space and they allow for increased light intake
-       The glass used will be double glazed to ensure good temperature control within the space