Work Pod for Students
Workstation for CAAD Design Build Initiative
These pods are designed to provide a comfortable semi-private working environment with a playful colored translucent skin that feathers out towards the edges to blend with its surroundings. The pods also incorporate benches and standing desks on the outside for multiple users, as well as a magnetic pinup wall on the back side of the pod. All the furniture and details used are custom built for the project. The interior features a felt acoustic ceiling, ambient and task lights, upholstered seating, and a desk with power outlets.
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Unique Properties
These pods are designed to provide a comfortable solo working environment in public spaces while minimizing their visual presence as much as possible. With multiple pods produced, they can also be arranged in various ways to allow interaction between users in the different pods. In addition, there are public seats and standing desks incorporate in the out skin that give users more functional furniture, as well as a large pin-up board on the back side of the pod.
Tags
Workstation, Furniture Design, Interior design, polycarbonate, color, aluminum
Production Technology
The work pod itself is comprised of three separate components, the aluminum structure,a polycarbonate skin, and wood furniture elements. Colored vinyl graphics on the polycarbonate panels wrap around the structure and change in intensity responding to where users might be, and feathering out toward the edges to help the pod blend in with its surroundings. The overall effect is providing more privacy for the work areas while still allowing for various lighting conditions, in addition to the ambient and task lighting provided inside.
Design Challenge
The main challenge was designing a work pod that is semi-enclosed, but also doesn't feel tight nor too open. The use of colored translucent screens was a design solution to carefully balance those needs. In addition, because of the use of polycarbonate panels, the pod had to have some sound absorbing material, which lead to the extensive use of natural felt sheets and wood on the interior.
Project Duration
Project began in August 2018 and was completed December 2018
Operation Flow
The pod has a hidden foldable pull bar which allows easily moving the pod on its six heavy duty casters. Several pods could be positioned next to one another, allowing for various types of interactions between its users.
Research
Through observational studies and surveys, the designers worked on several 1:1 scale cardboard and plywood mockups that were built to resolve all the component dimensions in the workstation. Designers also conducted a comprehensive survey that questioned over 50 students and potential users within the college about what factors they consider when choosing a location to work and what the most important aspects of a work pod must be. The full scale mock-ups were also used as part of the survey, giving survey respondents hands-on experience. The immediate user feedback gained was used to rapidly iterate on the design accordingly. It was clear from the survey of 14 questions that the most vital issues needed to be addressed are acoustics and privacy related, as well as visual isolation.
Inspiration
This project is a direct response to a problem recognized in most open plan working studios, namely the lack of working stations that are relatively private, quiet and visually screened. The intention was to design a comfortable work pod that provides a serene working environment.
Project Overview
Work Pod for Students Workstation has been a Iron winner in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design award category in the year 2019 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Image Credits
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Iron Recognition
Ammar Kalo was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2020, a testament to excellence of their work Work Pod for Students Workstation.
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Introducing the Innovative Work Pod for Students by Ammar Kalo
Ammar Kalo's Work Pod for Students revolutionizes shared workspaces with its unique design and functionality, providing a serene and private working environment for users. This project began in August 2018 and was completed in December 2018, culminating in an award-winning design.
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