Role Of Natural Materials And Elements To Experientially Elevate

The Work Environment

Design A Co-working Space

RIDDHI DAMANI I U19205

Space Design Capstone project Spring 2023
MENTOR: PROF. MISHAL DODIA
 Role Of Natural Materials And Elements To Experientially Elevate The Work Environment
Design A Co-working Space

Aim
• Create a workspace which Improves productivity, works efficiency and reduces the stress of occupants with the use of natural material
and elements

Objective
• To study the natural material and elements which impact on human behaviors in working spaces
• To investigate the benefits of incorporating biophilic design in Co-working Spaces

Methodology
• Literature review
• Material case study

Scope
• The study is conducted to improve the productivity of people in office space by
• Introducing biophilic design strategies. The aspects considered are the indoor environment quality, daylight, thermal comfort and the
effect of natural materials on occupants

Limitation
• The study is limited to the factors which affect the occupant’s productivity in an office environment through biophilic design strategies to
help improve the efficiency of the workers
• The study criteria have been limited to the only direct and indirect experience of natural materials and elements in biophilic design

RIDDHI DAMANI I U19205

Space Design Capstone project Spring 2023
MENTOR: PROF. MISHAL DODIA
 Role Of Natural Materials And Elements To Experientially Elevate The Work Environment
Design A Co-working Space

Why materials are important? Natural Material

• The materials and their application in interior design have

seen tremendous development and revolution.
• Materiality talks about the significance of the apt application
of different materials on conceptual grounds and how they
bring the true character of design to users.
Wood Bamboo Leather
What is natural material?
• These materials can be found in nature and usually do not
need too much processing to be used in the interior.
• Decorating and using natural materials in interior design is
becoming an increasingly important trend.
Stone Wicker Jute
• The understanding is that the zero-waste lifestyle and nature Artificial Material
conservation must be a priority, even in design.
• Natural materials include jute, rattan, wicker, stone, wood,
thread, cork, bamboo, leather, and others.
What is Artificial material?
• Artificial materials are processed and can be made up of a Brick Concrete Glass
mixture of raw and synthetic ingredients which can make
them resemble a natural materials.
• Artificial materials include tiles, brick, concrete, metals, glass,
plastic, rubber, plasterboard, plywood, paper and paint.
Plywood Tile Paint

RIDDHI DAMANI I U19205

Space Design Capstone project Spring 2023
MENTOR: PROF. MISHAL DODIA
 Role Of Natural Materials And Elements To Experientially Elevate The Work Environment
Design A Co-working Space

What is biophilic design? Key Elements of using nature in space

• Biophilic design is a technique that respectfully harnesses the restorative, energizing properties • Flora and fauna – enhancing spaces with
of Mother Nature for physical and mental health benefits carefully selected vegetation to create a
How the natural material affect human behaviors? natural aesthetic and aid air purification;
• Increase productivity • Natural effects – embracing natural patterns,
• Encourages engagement with others and nurtures positive relationships textures, colors and materials, evoking nature
• Improve memory and concentration to bring the outdoors in
• Reduce anxiety and depression • Light – integrating natural light to deliver more
• Lessen stress levels vibrant and luminous interiors in tune with day
• Lower heart rate and blood pressure and night cycles;
• Enhance sleep patterns • Air – improving ventilation for a healthier home
• Calm the mind and boost contentment with well-designed airflow;
• Space – creating spaces that offer both a sense
There are three categories in how biophilic design can be incorporated into the built of perspective of outside and a cocooning
environment: refuge inside.
1. Nature in the space patterns 2. Nature analogues patterns
• Visual Connection with Nature • Biomorphic Forms and Patterns
• Non-Visual Connection with Nature • Material Connection with Nature
• Non-Rhythmic Sensory Stimuli • Complexity and Order
• Thermal and Airflow Variability 3. Nature of the space
• Presence of Water • Prospect
• Dynamic and Diffused Light • Refuge
• Connection with Natural Systems • Mystery
• Risk

RIDDHI DAMANI I U19205

Space Design Capstone project Spring 2023
MENTOR: PROF. MISHAL DODIA
 Role Of Natural Materials And Elements To Experientially Elevate The Work Environment
Design A Co-working Space

What Is a Coworking Space? Requirements:

• The definition of coworking is when people assemble in a neutral space to work independently on • Reception & waiting Area
different projects, or in groups on the same projects. It’s different than a typical office workspace • Hot desk
because the people in a coworking environment generally aren’t working for the same company. • Dedicated desk
History • Private cabin
• 1995 – the first “coworking” space was actually founded by hackers in Berlin. The idea was to share • Open offices
thoughts, space and information to complete tasks to those who joined the membership. Presently, • Informal seating / lounge
they have added seminars, classes and a variety of social events, helping with the trend to open up • Phone booth
more community spaces. • Small meeting area/ discussion booth
Advantages of co-working space • Larger meeting area
• Motivation • Pantry
• Community • Server room
• Flexibility • Rest room
• Getting Outside of the Home • Printer room
• Networking • Open spaces

Services:
• WIFI connection – printers
• Whiteboard – Paper – Furniture
• Recreations room
• Library
• Café
• Storage capacity
The future of co-working space

RIDDHI DAMANI I U19205

Space Design Capstone project Spring 2023
MENTOR: PROF. MISHAL DODIA
 Role Of Natural Materials And Elements To Experientially Elevate The Work Environment
Design A Co-working Space

Conclusion
• Concluding the data it has been found that design which is connected to nature and natural materials are support cognitive function,
physical health, and psychological well-being.

• Use of Biophilic design in offices to encourage the connection between humans and nature and promote staff wellness and productivity.

Site Selection

• BINORI SQUARE 3, SINDHU BHAVAN ROAD - AHMEDABAD • GIFT HOUSE , GIFT CITY - GANDHINAGAE

RIDDHI DAMANI I U19205

Space Design Capstone project Spring 2023
MENTOR: PROF. MISHAL DODIA