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BEFORE
Above is a view of the final result, hover to see the before.
Staff Needs
Concept Creators and the Director of MLab (Materials Lab) are the current staff utilizing the space, they voiced the following.
Defined work areas
Materials away from sunlight
Storage space
Use of space when in session
Understanding how the space works when it's in session requires us to understand the main activities being held in the space.
Sample Making
Needs
- Work area
- Materials for testing
- Access to general supplies
- Hand shoe making tools
- Machines well identified
Material meetings
Needs
- Meeting area with large table
- Materials organized by category
- Only authorized personnel access
Experimentation
Needs
- Work area
- Materials for testing
- Access to general supplies
- Machines well identified
New Layout
A focus on establishing well defined work areas helped us to improve workflow and cover all needs.
OLD LAYOUT
Safety First
Exit route and safety paths were always a fundamental part in the decision making for the final layout.
Behind the Scenes
Making all this happen wasn't an easy task, it involved:​
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Obsess over every measurement
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Making inventory of the machinery
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Designing new desks for students
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Researching about OSHA
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Learning about electrical connections
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Understanding floor load limits
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Research floor marking regulations
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