Design Development Presentations!

Emily Schripsema
Feb 27, 2020
2 min read

Updated: Nov 28, 2021

Our second presentation and critique session was a success! Two of my fellow students and I visited a design firm to gather some final design feedback before we begin the construction document and graphics phase,

Based on feedback from my professor, I went back to the drawing boards after revising my last set of plans. The stacking of the space just wasn't practical and the layout was confusing. However, I'm glad I kept going because I am really happy with how my new plans worked out. While there is still work to be done, they use the space much more efficiently.

Level 5

No Public Access

Light + Sound Studio/Storage

Cave Theater Production Box

Strother Studio Production Box

Level 4

Cave Theater + Dressing Rooms

Strother Theater + Dressing Rooms

Public Restrooms + Lounge

Level 3

Public Cafe + Intermission Concessions

Public Restrooms

Costume Shop + Storage

Level 2

No Public Access

University Theater Production Box

Recording Studio

Metal + Prop Shop

Paint + Scene Shop

Level 1

Main Entrance + Lobby

Korsgaard Dance Studio + Dressing Rms

University Theater

Public Restrooms

Box Office

Student + Staff Entrance/Lounge

Level 0

No Public Access

University Theater Orchestra + Trap

University Theater Dressing Rooms

Rehearsal Spaces

Additional Storage

In addition to plans, I also have preliminary perspectives and facade design. The facade is covered in adaptable louvers that will move with the sun, not only providing the optimum natural light throughout the day but also creating a constantly evolving facade. Drawing from my concept, this mirrors the movement and dynamic of a kaleidoscope.

Facade Elevation

The Main Lobby

Student + Staff Entrance

Third Floor Cafe + Intermission Concessions

I'll leave you with a quick material palette I created to show the overall feel and aesthetic of the space. My favorite piece is the iridescent 3form resin panel in the bottom left.