POOLS

There are fish in some pools and not in others, establishing mixed interpretations of what that means for how to behave. The water from one pool flows to the bottom of the stair, suggesting the possible interpretation of walking into it in addition to the possibility to walking past it or sitting on the ledge next to it. The width of the narrow end of the pool may cause conflict between those desiring to walk through it vs. sit on the ledge. 

TANNING PATHS

The “tanning beds” imply surfaces for laying and they the warp into paths of various materials. It is unclear what each material and pathway is suggestive of and so users are able to make a decision on how to behave and how they interpret the blending of the laying surfaces with the path. They also serve as a placemaking tool for the whole area, implying activities such as yoga and stretching.

GRASSY TABLES

Grassy park space blends into the table surfaces of a cafe setting. Individual interpretation of these material differences and suggestions of surface height provide opportunities for individuals to feel enfranchised by making choices on how to perform in the space.

PATHS? TABLES? OR DIVISION OF SPACE?

Pathways can be used to travel along while also dividing space, but they are placed at heights that could be interpreted as tables. One could choose to cross over between the spaces over the paths, go along the paths, or use them as surfaces to eat or work on. These are suggestive but open to different interpretations.

some ideas on how design can encourage individual decision making