The End
We can't believe it's over! The last 5 weeks went by so fast! This last week was a whirlwind trying to complete all of the final project requirements and prepare to present our final project. It has most certainly been a learning experience. Not only have we learned about architecture and interior design, but we have learned so much about ourselves and about working with others. We are relieved that the project is over, but sad that we won't be working with each other anymore.
We were very proud of our final project. Not only the final design but the way we worked together and were able to create a pleasing space that was cohesive with the interior and exterior.
Crunch Time
This week was really about finalizing our design and making any necessary changes that needed to be implemented before final interior and exterior renderings were completed. Monday we were able to receive more valuable input from attending the Commuity Design studio in the city. We were then able to make substantial changes that would ultimately affect the final product that we were aiming for.
Also, this week was about making sure that we had included all of the required programming for the project. All of the details had to be in line and completed appropriately. The checklist was getting shoer as each day went on and it was really "crunch time".
Next to Final Chapter
With the end of this arduous journey drawing near, our team scrambles to finish on time. Even though we have learned much from each other's profession and individual personalities, there is much to learn about a professional relationship with each other in future situations.This week we have focused primarly on the final products that are to be in our presentations. We have aslo been buiding the models that are to included in the final outcome. The Chen and Katya, the Interior Designers, have been rendering the spaces within the design.
Preston, Architect, has been focusing on the models and Sketchup drawings, while Cody has been working on the construction and structural details.
Preston, Architect, has been focusing on the models and Sketchup drawings, while Cody has been working on the construction and structural details.
Once we finish all of our individual goals, we will use the weekend to bring together all of the project materials and putting together the final presentation. For the most part our group has competed the required, we just need to pull together for the next few days and finish out this project strong.
Goals for this week: Finish and sleep.
Week 5: Final Stretch
This week was eventful and set us back some in our progress. We realized we made some technical errors, but they were fixed and progress in continuing to be made. This week focused on getting all of our "behind the scenes" stuff completed. The programming is complete, along with the construction documents, FF&E has been selected, and presentation documents are now in the works. We have lots to finish up this week, but the light at the end of the tunnel is in sight.
Today at the review we received the following feedback:
Our goals for the week include:
Technical Documents
Today at the review we received the following feedback:
- Take into considerations cleaning treatment for materials
- Alter the furniture to have arms/support for the elderly
- Make sure to communicate the different areas visually
- Create the individual "entrances" to be dynamic and not "lost"
Our goals for the week include:
- Complete modeling and rendering
- Finalize presentation documents
- Compile everything for project book
- Put together all the final details
Review Pin-Up
FF&E Selections for the Lobby/Family Room
Exterior Views/Perspectives
Technical Documents
Coming to an end
Well here it is...the finish line is insight and it's a full sprint to get there. Sixth Sense had our last meeting in the city today and it was helpful in knowing what our presentations should encompass. Last week, since we didn't have our typical meeting in the city, we were able to focus our time on developing our ideas further on both the exterior and interior. Right now it is all about the details. We are putting together our visual documents as well as construction. Making our list, and checking it twice. We have run into a few technical difficulties here and there, which seems to always pop around towards the end.
The collaboration between the architects and designers has continued to be very fruitful for our group. The four members of Sixth Sense have been able to learn from each other along the way and cross the disciplinary lines that often stand between architects and designers. We have had a long journey to get to where we are. Many hours logged and discussions had. We have worked hard together to create a product we hope will stand out among the rest and showcase our talents and ideas.
Group 8 Weekly Process
Week five consisted of finalizing the floor plans for both first and second floors as well as furniture plans for both floors. The technical packet is currently being assembled. Last minute changes have occurred, however they are minute. Presentations in the city were helpful today to recognize last minute errors. A few doors next to the grocery and kitchen need to be moved.
Goals we met:
Floor plan completion
Small problems on floor plan fixed
3D view of building completed
Materials selected
Goals for the following week:
Presentations
Wrapping up renderings and boards
Sleep!
The group worked well together this week, and everyone was in constant contact on the phone and through email. We each contributed to the finalization process. Together we collaborated on how to organize our presentation documents and how we were going to portray our design concept on Monday.
