My brief for this module is to explore the idea of creating healthy spaces within two 2 storey units in Park Hill, responding to the existing building, site and restrictions. Creating a research portfolio, design portfolio and sketchbook, as well as using the blog to upload information about different materials.
Using my research to create a design scheme, I then will developed a proposal for a space in Park Hill that encourages good healthy and wellbeing, addressing issues such as:
- Social Isolation
- Low Physical Activity
- Mental Illness
- Obesity
- Unhealthy Eating
- Stress and Anxiety
My Proposal
Park Hill needs a space that can help to promote good health and wellbeing, addressing problems with low physical activity and unhealthy eating. My proposal is a combination of ideas:
A gym with workout equipment and weights area
Fitness Suite with scheduled classes such as yoga, HIIT, spin, etc
Smoothie bar/ café to help promote healthy eating after exercising
This is aimed for residents of all ages so that it can address issues with obesity, low activity and unhealthy eating, which affects all age groups.
It can also help towards problems with mental health, stress and anxiety as exercise and healthy eating is proven to help release chemicals that help fight depression. It can also help prevent social isolation as fitness classes can provide opportunities for new friends and conversations, whilst working out together.
Jodie Burns- Designer and Organiser 