Hampton Hill Junior School Whole Presentation

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Hampton Hill Junior School Garden Project

deb israel k0731746 feb/march 2009

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Analysis

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impressions

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A small space with good potential for an interesting garden. Not very much vegetation to work with aside from a non-descript bush and a large tree off site on the eastern edge. It felt very lifeless but this could have been due to the onsite construction and a very rainy day. The surrounding buildings seem overpowering almost - but in retrospect this is good for monitoring the young children.

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Analysis -

access points

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The two plans an the right show current and proposed access points to the garden. The proposed being once the new build on the old caretakers house is complete. There will be one new entrance from the double doors of the new build. The entrance on the north side through the wooden fence is one that could be widened should the fence be removed. The entrance on the eastern side of the house could be restricted with a lockable gate to ensure children do not leave the garden and unwanted visitiors do not enter.

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Analysis -

proximity to other buildings

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site boundaries

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The garden is connected closely to the three surrounding school buildings on the south side, north east and northern end.

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Looking at the plan on the right, the dashed red lines show the current wooden fences, whilst the solid black lines are brick walls. Small building

All fences can be replaced while the northern brick wall is part of the neighbouring building.

The residential blocks on the eastern side are approximately 21 meters away from the garden so should not suffer too much from noise from the garden. Existing school building

This corner of the garden is also the only area that is not under the shadow of a building and while exposed in winter months, is sheltered by the tree on the outskirts of the property the rest of the year.

Residential homes Existing out building

I would leave the brick wall on the eastern side of the caretakers house and fit a lockable gate where the passage meets the garden - to keep children in and unwanted visitors out.

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Analysis -

urban boundaries

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HAMPTON HILL SCHOOL & GROUNDS

RAILSIDE GREEN PATH (GREEN) CANAL (DARK BLUE)

RAILWAY (ORANGE) SECONDARY ROAD (GREY) TERTIARY STREETS (YELLOW)

PRIVATE PROPERTIES (GREY OVERLAY)

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Analysis -

views from garden

Analysis -

viewpoints onto the garden

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These photos are of the the site prior and during construction. a - looking south west b - looking south c - looking north east d - looking north

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The north eastern corner is the only area not in close proximity to a building. It is very close to the tall tree just off site and feels quite open.

Almost all areas of the garden are visible from the neighbouring school and old caretakers house, from ground level up to the first floor of each building. The only area not directly visible from either building is the eastern corner of the caretakers house - the small passage way connecting the front to the back along the side of the house.

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This area could potentially pose a problem of children wandering out or unwanted visitors entering the property and so should be secured with a lockable gate.

Existing school building

Existing out building

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Analysis: sun path study 1 -

january

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Analysis: sun path study 2 -

april

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Analysis: sun path study 3 -

july

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07:30am

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Analysis: sun path study 4 -

october

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07:30am

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Analysis:

site conclusions

Analysis:

stage of learning conclusions

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blue oval

Good natural shelter and visible from buildings. A great place for play area of different levels and story-time/ gathering area.

orange oval Wall alongside neighbouring

building, fully visible. Good spot for den/shelter - distracts wall height.

green oval

Central space, fully visible, full sun. A possible play area to break up main space.

pink oval

Close proximity to buildings, possible distraction. Good area for adult seating/rest.

pink circles

Corner space of building, alongside windows. Ideal for planting.

yellow arrow New corner entrance.

2-5yr old stages of learning

learning language ego centric thinking engagement in make-believe classifies objects by single features

early years play space requirements

-challenging spaces for growth & experimentation -simple structures for stepping, climbing & balancing -feature-free space for inventive play -shelter & shade through planting or fixed features -balance of soft and hard landscaping -security and access -changes in topography, levels and colour -transitional space next to exit for decision making -quiet reflective play

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Aims -to create a soniferous garden for 2-5 year olds that is a fun and safe learning environment. -the space will offer flexibility, providing place for inter-play and also quiet con templation, for children and adults.

Objectives -the garden proposal will feature various natural and digital elements that surprise and stimulate with movement and sound. -there will be a mixture of surface textures, hard and soft, with gathering places, seating and a sheltered den. -planting kept to a minimum to keep maintenance costs down. -level changes will be created with onsite cut and fill.

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water

Proposal 1: natural

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The jumping fountain adds a playful feature to the garden, inviting the user to chase the stream. Each water jet generates a configuration of precisely cut water jets that disappear in a small catch opening with pin-point prediction. The water can be manipulated into a continuous arc that stands in the air or a water jet segment. Since it only requires a small opening in the ground and a tiny pool of water, any potential risks with water and 2-5 year olds is minimal.

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Proposal 2: interactive

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The following studies represent the possibilities in creating a kinetic digital catalyst for social interaction. Each node has the ability to change colour and create sound whilst encouraging the user to interact with the others. The system consists of interactive position tracking with a pressure and heat sensitive monitoring system. An overhead projector relays the image of the pond onto the interactive floor surface.

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Proposal 3:

greenery

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Changes in topography and levels are important for nerual development in young children. Their play spaces should always include a variation of soft and hard landscaping with challenging spaces for stepping, balancing and climbing. The ‘moss pit’ is a space of mossy squares of earth with slight changes in levels . There is minimal risk as the surface is soft and can also be used as an area adults could relax, converse or watch over their children. The animation to the right shows an example of the space.

p r e c e d e n t

click play clicktoto play

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sound

Proposal 4: interactive

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This is an interactive sound machine for children and adults. A sensor within the pipe reacts to movement and a sound is emitted. Continuing with the theme of interactivity, it is a fun addition to the sound garden, and can entertain children and adults. It does not require an instrument to play, simply moving ones hand over the pipe opening will create a sound. Different sounds could also be programmed to play. Scroll over the coloured spheres to release a different sound.

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click play click toto play

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Proposal 5: kinetic

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Jason bruges’ dado rail and Daan Roosegaarde’s ‘dune 4.0’ are precedent for a responsive, kinetic sound installation. The digigarden installation is suspended and chime-like, responding to wind movements and human interaction. Powered with solar technology and a small internal battery, they are made of fibres with concealed speakers and sensors which react to wind and human movement. The sounds they emit can be very subtle, natural sounds, that fit into the landscape that they are a part of.

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http://www.iit.edu/~krawczyk/rjkiv02.pdf

Grid template over the garden, organised & soft (moss/grass) becoming dis-organised and hard. (flagstones)

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Site plan

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title

Hampton Hill Junior School

Proposed plan of garden

scale

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date



25.02.2009

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Site section 1

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Section A-A showing level changes 16.02.2009 date

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Site section 2

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Hampton Hill Junior School No Scale

scheme scale

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Section B-B showing level changes 16.02.2009 date

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Materials

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decking: maine deck - ‘superior quality sustainable composite decking’ ultra low maintenance http://www.maine-deck.co.uk/default.asp

moss pit: standard garden moss, very low maintenance, fun, different, good cover and grows well in shady areas.

awning: slimline electric cassette awning. made to measure. projects up to 3m.

www.patio-awnings-uk.co.uk

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shelter/den: a living willow structure that can house 4-6 young children at a time. lasts about 2 years with maintenance. http:stickwork.net

Reclaimed granite flags for sale, beautiful worn surface, random

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sizes, mostly large sizes http://www. salvoweb.com/flagstones-floortiles/antiquereclaimed/forsale.html

screen: pot planted bamboo. an invasive plant which should not be planted in the ground.

fence: woven willow fence, planted, low maintenance, connects the maze and the willow den.

maze: again willow, it can be grown into the shape of a maze, easy to maintain and fun for young children to play in.

Jumping fountain

specifications Water ARCHES Water Angle 75 Degrees - 2 Metres Long - 2 Metres High Water Angle 65 Degrees - 3 Metres Long - 1.5 Metres High

Many Jumping Jets can be synchronized to

Water Angle 40 Degrees - 4 Metres Long - 1 Metre High

achieve a choreographed display. A popular variation on this concept is to have many jumping jets hidden in different plant-ers. The jets shoot, in sequence, from planter to planter, looking like leaping snakes. Jumping Jet Fountains Technical Details Dimensions (L x W x H) - 478mm x 305mm x 555mm

LED lights with changing colours can also be included in the system to add a dynamic effect at night time.

Light Type - LED RGB Multiple Spotlights Power Consumption (mechanical components i.e.pump) - 50 Watts (30% Energy Saving) Water Jumping Jets Diameter - 12mm (approx 1”) Minimum Water Depth - 200mm (approx 8”) Maximum Water Depth - 300mm (approx 12”) water can be deeper, however, support pillars would be necessary Material - Stainless Steel & Plastic

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=UaXOHKjkia8

Interactive pond

technical details

The interactive floor would work similiarly to touch screen technology. A small amount of voltage is supplied to the four corners of the interactive floor surface with a uniform electric field. A foot touches the floor and draws a minute amount of current to the point of contact. The XY location of the point of contact is calculated by a controller and transmitted to a PC.

Meanwhile the image of the pond is projected onto the interactive surface using a projector connected to the pc. When the child steps or jumps onto the interactive surface, it can create a ‘splash’ with sound (depending on the pressure of the step) and also track movement on the surface.