University Cafeteria
Introduction
This project, I was asked my Solent University to refurbish their cafeteria restaurant to improve its spatial flow, spatial interaction and ergonomics.
The brief was to use anthropometric data of the restaurant's users, to design a space which furnishes products that meets ergonomic needs for the majority. As well as this, the flow of the restaurant needed to improve for users; including staff, contractors and customers.
Initial Evaluation
The initial process for this project was to evaluate the furniture currently in place at the cafeteria to see whether any elements can remain in place or be altered to fit ergonomically in the refurbishment.
Seating Design
To ensure that the seating within the cafeteria is ergonomically fit for use, I designed bespoke seating for the client, referencing anthropometric data to ensure the dimensions were correct for all users between the 5th percentile woman and the 95th percentile man.
Spatial Flow
Creating a sense of continuity is essential in restaurants to allow for customers to clearly understand its layout and to allow for staff to move around the space safely. In my design I created distinct area zones which were clear from view of the entrance and evaluated the direction of traffic for customers in different ordering scenarios.
