SHIFT - Increasing occupancy and efficiency of public work areas. Project assignment was based on the 2nd floor library study area's Coalesse Bix Seating at San Francisco State University.
The research methods and unique findings of the project are based on human interaction, territory, and social negotiation. To protect my research findings I am not sharing them in writing. I will happily present this information verbally.
6 Units
24 seats
7 people
“Zero Vacancies”
The social threshold of individual's territory and blurring the lines.
With my proposed solution, the entire system acts as a dynamic modular system that allows people to define their own space, use social negotiation and validation, expand and contract territories, and transform the area to their needs.
Quick prototypes to determine size, flow of space, and proof of concept.
Guide rails, soft-close pneumatic catches, tracks, wheels, and magnetic couplers were part of the design to create a smooth operating and a precise tactile experience. The fluid movement of such a large piece allowed for easy manipulation of the social space while providing a solid workplace.
Over 400 hours went into the production of the piece.
Final touches included edge banding, clear finish, and tuning of all operational mechanisms.
The final piece, "Shift" was displayed in the SFSU _Spect_ design show, Spring 2017.
