The room hidden in the west wing of DH Hill is commonly referred to as the “Red Room” by many NC State students. This is a room I commonly go to study so I decided it would be interesting to analyze the design of the space. It’s important to note that I honestly do not…
For this navigating space assignment, I choose to talk about the overall design and feel of Wegmans. Wegmans is an American supermarket chain similar to places like Walmart or Publix. What I enjoy most about Wegmans is the interior and how it seems so different compared to other supermarkets. In other places, the color of…
For this assignment, I decided to analyze the spatial design of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum located in Washington, D.C. The first time I visited, this museum easily became one of my favorite buildings due to how intentional and thoughtfully designed it was, both inside and out. With such a serious subject matter, the…
I chose to do an ice rink and more specifically Wake Competition Center (WCC) because I am there pretty often and have always thought ice rinks have gave off a specific vibes over my years of playing hockey. To start, when entering an ice rink the design layout always has a cozy couch area and…
For the Navigating Space assignment, I decided to assess Costco Wholesale (specifically the one in Apex, NC). To start, the overall warehouse signage is great! When navigating here, you are easily able to read and recognize the location not only from the adjacent highway, but the near parking lots. It stands tall on the west…
The place I chose to navigate is the JC Raulston Arboretum which is essentially a research garden under the purview of NC State while still being a separate entity. It is easy to see the influence of NC State here, both with the prevalence of bricks in the paving and building of the walkways and…
For our navigating space assignment I took a trip to the North Hills shopping center. While being there I noticed immediately that it is well kept and maintained regularly. The overall warm and bright feeling I got while being there is evident in the design style they chose. Looking at the pictures I took while…
I visited the Brevard Zoo in Florida. While it is not as large as the NC Zoo, I like that it is easy to visit in a shorter period of time. The semi-tropical setting is pleasant too. There is a large diagram of the zoo on a sign at the entrance. It gives a good…
When looking for a nice study spot, Stafford Commons is a top pick for many students. The large grassy area provides optimal sun exposure for those looking to absorb some good rays, but the option of shade coverage near Talley Student Union is also available for those who just want to enjoy the weather. When…
North Carolina Museum of Art’s Museum Park integrates sculptures and art within the natural landscape in Raleigh. The designers of the Museum Park’s choice to leave as much of the land, plants, and animals undisturbed is clearly communicated and emphasized throughout the park. In addition to posting signage about the artwork, designers included posters and…
Walking through Stafford Commons, right outside of Talley Student Union, I feel a sense of calmness. On a nice, warm day there will be students all around swarming the grass areas with spike ball and picnics and sometimes even little concerts. This area is the perfect place to study and hangout with friends. When…
The atrium is a dining location for on and off-campus students that utilize a meal plan or Grubhub. I have frequented this place during my time here, and have come up with an analytical observation of the environment at Atrium during my last visit. Atrium is loud and bright, a favored environment for the…
North Carolina State University offers a public gymnasium on Main Campus. Open daily, Carmichael Gym is busy with students as they go to get their workout in. Because it’s such a hot spot for so many people throughout the day, it’s essential that the environmental design considers elements of appeal and the ease of navigation.…
In June of 2021 I went to Las Vegas, Nevada for my third time. I went in celebration of my high school graduation. While I was there, I went to the Gucci store at The Shops at Crystals. The Gucci store was located right by one of the entrances to the shopping mall and on…
The space I chose to investigate is the Arts Village lounge, open to anyone during the day. It consists of artwork and space to work on projects or create new things. It also has a piano area and a space for watching TV on a couch. The lighting in the room can change with switches,…