co-mmunity

part two of of the co-unit project. in groups the class were tasked with designing the shared spaces of the student accommodation. as part of the wash zone, I was responsible for the design of the shared bathroom space. inspired by the community aspect of bee hives. a hexagonal shape was used for both the toilet cubicles and showers, also as an attempt to move away from the monotonous linear design of cubicles in standard bathrooms. in a cheeky play with the idea of privacy, the doors of each cubicle features a one of one way glass so users can see out when they are occupying the space but those outside only see themselves reflected in the mirrored face. taking inspiration from the industrial nature of the existing space of west ward works, the issue of the wash zone being overlooked by other residential buildings, a network of pipes stands in from of the windowed side of the room, restricting the view into the room while also providing clothes drying area for those who have used the washing machine facilities. in the group I was responsible for creating the 3D digital model using sketchup to bring our concept to life.