North Community High School Project Design

Project Designers

Mallory Otten Amanda Neunsinger Tina Nitzschke

Areas of Focus

Main entry area will be redesigned

As well as….

The school’s cafeteria

Existing Issues with Spaces

After interviewing several people at NCHS several issues were brought up: Reception Desk needed in entry Remove solar boat from entry area if possible Concessions needed near gym School store More interesting color scheme in both spaces Remove classroom in cafeteria if possible Lounge area in cafeteria (quiet space) Change of existing furniture

Concept for Spaces Combine the metropolitan feel of Minneapolis with

the calming effect of nature Focus on characteristics of “biomimicry,” nature

inspired design, that may cause space to increase productivity and improve well-being among students

Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) Utilize curvilinear lines that mimic nature for

furniture and flooring Add strategically placed straight lines that mimic

the Minneapolis skyline for graphics Materials and color scheme that represent NCHS All throughout the spaces students, staff, and

guests will be able to stimulate their senses

Newly Designed Entry No major construction done to

reduce environmental impact by keeping existing space similar

Change in flooring with curved lines for more visual interest

Park benches add to bring more a more natural feel to space and allow for seating

Large mural of Minneapolis added to East wall behind park benches

Curved reception desk connected to concessions area

Quick stop- smaller version of school store also located at concessions area to sell merchandise

4 foot tall tables added near concessions for eating and gathering

Plants added Colors reflect the calming feel of

nature Large glass sky light over space Not pictured-Beautiful image of

Aurora Borealis 10’ AFF

Other Images of EntryEast wall of Entry with Minneapolis Graphic

Glass skylight over Entry space (outside

view)

Newly Designed Cafeteria

Repeat of Colors and curved flooring to unify spaces

Variety of table shapes and colors

Storage added for tables when not in use

Large school store in center Separated lounge/study

area for students who need to work quietly

Large curved half-wall added near kitchen to break up lounge area and establish lunch line space

Plants added near lounge Large bold graphics on walls

Other Images of Cafeteria

Entry to School store in Cafeteria Lounge/ Study area

Materials Chosen for SpaceBlues, greens, yellows, and browns for color choices

Very simple furniture with curved lines

Natural looking materials with calming colors

Sustainable materials such as 3-Form and recycled glass

Result The new design that mixes the metropolitan feel of

Minneapolis with the calming effect of nature was a perfect solution to the existing design issues at NCHS

Students, staff, and guests now have a concessions area and school store to promote school spirit

A quiet study and lounge area provided a perfect space for students to work comfortably

The spaces have a greater connection to the outdoors due to more natural light, plants, and calming colors

The result was a space that would allow anyone to stimulate their senses and imagination