Design starts with an idea and is developed through drawing.
Above is a diagrammatic representation of the seating arrangement of the dining space of Manna, The seating areas have been divided up according to the conceptual approach of 'PLANT,' 'GROW' and 'BLOSSOM.'
As 3 - dimensional manipulation unfolds, the 'PLANT,' 'GROW' and 'BLOSSOM' aspect will be incorporated within the space.
The shape of the dining floor plan is inspired by that of the shape of wheat , as in essence bread comes from wheat, and Manna is an abstracted interpretation of bread, or 'divine nourishment.'
The 3-d manipulation of the 3 sections of the dining space will be inspired by the essence of either 'PLANT,' 'GROW,' or 'BLOSSOM' depending on the section under which they fall.
For example the 'plant' section will be inspired by earth, grounding and humbling. The space will include heavy earthy textures and the atmosphere will be designed to allow for introspection and gratitude towards what is being served.
Below is a graphic representation of the proposed bar area. The bar area falls within the 'BLOSSOM' section of the wheat shaped dining area.
The 'BLOSSOM' section of the space is a celebration of food and colour and the space has been designed to create the feeling of happiness and excitement. Also the space offers a lot of variety and the sense of movement. There will be a live performance stage to the left of the bar where music will be played. People will have the opportunity to dance or simply enjoy the ambient atmosphere from their dining position.
The space is inspired and abstracted from the aspects of a blossoming flower, which offers life and natural beauty. Furthermore the 'blossoming droplets' that hang from above are inspired by the notion of Manna. 'Divine or spiritual nourishment from above.'
The space will make use of laser cut plywood so as to create a uniform appearance that links with that of the ear of corn inspired form that is to flow throughout the interior space. Colourful mismatched tiles will be used on the floor creating an exciting vibrant feel. The bulkhead overhead ill too be laser-cut plywood. There will be an opening in the ceiling where natural lighting can filter through in to the space through means of the glass roof that replaces the original corrugated sheeting.
Above is an example of the manna lights that i would like to fill the ceiling space within the 'BLOSSOM' area. Furthermore, the lights serve as a possible choice for product design which we are to look into come next semester.
Thats all for today X
