Nan Zhu

LILLIPUT JOURNEY

Interior, Architectural and Spatial Design - MA

Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture (ESALA)

This is a combination of rendering and elevation drawing, the rendering part mainly shows the rotating slide running through the three floors, while the elevation part shows the north elevation and the location of each functional partition.

Manifesto

Interior design is a creative process that combines art and science. In this Nursery project, sensing the physical characteristics of the existing building floors and thinking in 3D, I constructed a series of interconnected spaces that encourages children to explore, thus stimulating their curiosity and promoting spontaneous and creative play. The project approach optimises the spatial layout and flow, using environmentally friendly materials, pursuing innovation and uniqueness whilst addressing functional and practical needs. This vibrant nursery combines visual and movement experiences with architectural flow and miniature space to create an innovative and child focussed experience.

Site Information

I chose the three floors (G/ H/ half of I) of NESB. They are located on the north side of NESB as a whole, relatively independent and quiet. There is a good view of the landscape. The overall topography of the building is sloping, resulting in the floors being set back. And then I level has a separate entrance to Vennel, which can provide a separate flow line for the whole nursery. The east staircase leads to the outside, which also provides a path for the children's activities in the outdoor garden.

Site specific analysis and major route planning

Slide Generation

The angle of inclination is an important consideration when designing children's slides as it directly affects the safety and usability of the slide. Too large an angle may result in children sliding down too fast and thus having an accident, while too small an angle will make it difficult for children to slide down. According to generally accepted international standards, the angle of inclination for children's slides is usually recommended to be between 30 and 35 degrees. This angle ensures that children can slide down at the right speed to enjoy the slide without the safety risk of going too fast.

The design also needs to take into account other factors of the slide, such as the length, height and materials used to ensure the safety of children.