EXTENDING THE USER’S STAY: UNDERSTANDING USER NEEDS
How might we redesign the Design Library to extend user visits through flexible spaces, accessible resources, and opportunities for peer connection? FIRST-YEAR STUDENT IN GXD
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SPATIAL NEEDS
FIRST-YEAR GxD STUDENTS... Need comfortable seating Seek technological resources such as Adobe Creative Cloud & Figma Want to study at later hours Seek a quiet study space Need easy access to outlets Want a group study space
GROUP 5 LIBRARY REDESIGN
Reviewed 10+ user-designed floor plans and interviews outlining ideas for the Library Clustered findings to identify key insights
Rearrangeable, comfy seating for flexibility Expanded tech lending (e.g., light pads) Reservable rooms Accessible food and drink options Personal soft lighting options Examples of user ideas include: contemporary lighting, Art2Wear runway, gallery space, soundproof rooms, walking pads, room dividers and more
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MORGAN FAZIO JULI DINH KAYLA HAMILTON FINE