I have finally managed to complete my design sheets ready for the presentation tomorrow. I am really pleased with the outcome, as I feel I have successfully managed to explain the design concept.
I chose to stick with a narrative theme...and each individual sheets connects to the next. Within the sheets, I have used simple sketch visuals taken from my 3D sketchup model to create the interior views. I chose not to render my 3D model, as I felt that the final effect would appear to be too heavy and bulky within the designated location. I felt it was key that the pavilions appeared to blend to an extent with their surroundings.
I decided to name the installation 'It's Time to Act' as a play on words with the client 'Act on CO2' and to indicate the nature of the installation and the message it is portraying to the public. I am also intending to email a copy of my presentation sheets to Lord Adonis, the Minister for Transport, to gage his opinion on the project and whether it could be developed for real.
I believe that the ‘It’s Time to Act’ installation as a developed temporary structure has fulfilled the aims of the brief. The installation has provided the ‘Act on CO2’ campaign with a vehicle to market the initiative to a wider audience by establishing the installation within town and city squares across the country. This allows the general public to interact and gain knowledge of the campaign in a comfortable and designated environment.
By using a shipping container, already compatible with many transportation devices, the installation can be transported with ease from each location.
The shipping container also provides a solid free standing structure for the interior installation pieces whilst being a highly recyclable and reusable material; providing low waste and noise pollution, and limited construction costs. I was also keen to use the shipping container again after a brief spell designing with one during my BA course. I believe that the versatility and the strong structural presence of the shipping container has enabled me to develop the shapes and materials used within the design.
The materials specified for use within the ‘It’s Time to Act’ installation were chosen for their recyclable or reusable qualities, post installation. Where possible, each material used within the installation has been constructed from recycled products. Where this option has not be available, such for the projector and touch screens, every effort has been made to ensure the technology has been built to incorporate environmentally friendly components.
In addition to my final presentation sheets, I have also prepared a small fold out version containing just the images from the sheets. I envisage this to be used as a leaflet explaining the project to fellow designers or as a leaflet for use within the installation, acting as a publicity for the impending arrival of the installation into a town or city. I have also written a project report documenting the process and material choices. I found this really helpful in determining the status of my design and I also identified by writing it, how much I had achieved this term. I am really happy with my final design and presentation, and I feel fairly confident in anticipation of my presentation tomorrow. Lets just hope my tutors are as enthusiastic as I am about this project.
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