Ballenger East Building

Tech III ReportSchematic Design

Student: Kelly ChanFaculty Advisor: Dr. K.

Houser

Design Objectives

1. Building Façade

The main lobby is a transitional space between the building exterior and interior, it should not only offer a great first impression. It should also aid visual and physical orientations for a smoother circulation flow. The lobby should be perceived welcoming and cozy for social communications and interactions.Create a visual appealing space for public by complementing the architecture appropriately with the use of lighting patterns.

Design Criteriaa. Create a great first impressionb. Avoid glare (direct glare from seeing bare lamps;

reflected glare from improper aiming angles)c. Provide transient adaptationsd. Provide sufficient illumination for task lights

(reading directory and graphics on alcove)

1st Schematic Solution

2nd Schematic Solution

3rd Schematic Solution

Design Objectives

2. Main Lobby

The main lobby is a transitional space between the building exterior and interior, it should not only offer a great first impression. It should also aid visual and physical orientations for a smoother circulation flow. The lobby should be perceived welcoming and cozy for social communications and interactions.Create a visual appealing space for public by complementing the architecture appropriately with the use of lighting patterns.

Design Criteriaa. Create a great first impressionb. Avoid glare (direct glare from seeing bare lamps;

reflected glare from improper aiming angles)c. Provide transient adaptationsd. Provide sufficient illumination for task lights

(reading directory and graphics on alcove)

Design Objectives

3. President’s Office

The president’s office should reflect the character and image of the organization. Impressions of professionalism and simplicity should be created.A professional yet relaxing environment can help the president to make the best decision and enhance productivity as well. Different lighting modes should be available for different locations/tasks: lounge area, daily tasks on desk and conference area.

Design Criteriaa. Create an impression of simplicityb. Avoid glare on reading or writing tasks on desksc. Integration of daylight into the spaced. Different lighting should correspond to different

needs

Design Objectives

4. Training Room

The training room is a typical classroom for learning/training. It is essential to provide adequate illumination on both faces and objects. On top of sufficient illuminance level, building up visually appealing environment which aid better concentration and enthusiasm on learning tasks is even more important. There should be two zones of lighting in order to create another lighting mode suitable for video-presentations.

Design Criteriaa. Impression of visual clarity is builtb. Avoid glare to prevent distraction during learningc. Provide good modeling on faces if social activities

are held