I am still unsure of how I would state a concept for this project. I have lots of ideas in my head as well as down on paper. Since I am designing a retail space that is all about the "modern eco baby" much of my inspriation has come from the products themselves. Whether it be inspired from the form of a toy, textures of clothing, colors, or materiality (sustainability) I have found that there is so much right here to work with. I have made lots of lists that describe, explain, and question. I am a list maker- so this helps my thought process. Here are some of my lists from my sketchbook:
BRAINSTORMING > CONCEPT This Space should be about:
grow "being a kid"
sprout "newness"
hatch "wonder"
cocoon "excitement"
nest "whimsy"
bud
blossom
bloom
seed
hatch
Needs of the Space:
cahs wrap
display units
-midfloor units
shelving
seating
window diplay
back room
-stock
-office
What will be sold?
clothing
-organic
-handmade
-locally made
-nontoxic fibers/dyes
-modern
toys
-handmade
-wooden
-non toxic
-sustainble (well made)
-educational
-locally made (us>nc>gboro)
products
-diaper bags
-slings
-mom stuff
-organic toiletries
Why would one WANT to be in this space?
*REGUARDLESS of what is sold-so that it is such a well designed
space that people will just WANT to be here...
comfort
intriguing (both to parent + child)
true ( not just a "green" hoax..truely sustainable)
simple
delightful
reliable
consistant
COOL
assurance ( bc of trust in products offered)
The User should FEEL LIKE THIS:
nestled
snuggled
happy
tickled
enlightened
excited
The Space should be:
fresh
clean
simple
bright
So basically I think as of now my concept is boiling down in two different directions:
1.) nest 2.) seed
(more to come)
1 comment:
I'm a list maker too....so I get it. mine are not quite as organized and categorized as yours. I might need to try to follow that format a bit.
I think all your ideas sound great....and they all seem to be connected.
I think that with these words you will be sure to find a direction over the weekend.
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