More Plans and Alterations
Workday 15/11/2024
Design Thinking with its 5 prescribed steps: empathize, define, ideate, prototype and test was an unconscious agenda I have been following and its a sustainable way to keep me on track and push me forward
For the office redesign at the Château, I applied Design Thinking to ensure the space meets the needs of its users while reflecting the Château’s unique atmosphere. First, I empathized with colleagues by observing their needs and challenges in the current setup, such as the lack of collaboration spaces and cramped workstations. I defined the core problems, focusing on improving functionality and aesthetic appeal. During the ideation phase, I brainstormed layout options, furniture choices, and lighting to enhance the space. I then created simple prototypes to visualize different solutions and gathered feedback from users. Based on their input, I refined the design, ensuring the final result balances practicality with creativity while maintaining the Château’s historical charm.
Perspective is Powerful. How you see the world, how you engage with it, and the questions that you ask are all valuable insights. Gathering perspectives will help us fill the gaps in equity in the world
Tran Nguyen-Phuong
Presenting plans can sometimes feel overwhelming and hard to digest, which is why Nelcy, the head of the Château, entrusted me with reworking the Spencer Gallery plans to showcase the proposed heaters. She asked me to make the map not only to scale but also visually appealing, while clearly presenting all the necessary details, including the heaters and their complementary outdoor units.
This project was a refreshing opportunity to revisit skills I developed in university, where I often focused on making technical details visually appealing. Receiving positive feedback on the final result from the whole office was incredibly rewarding too.