Based on the Information Technology Building on our campus at Washington State University, this project used light and color to give an empty and windowless space life again. What was once a space open to the air, this atrium has since been covered and is a real eye sore to the overall building. The dark and drab room has windows opening up to about 20 offices and is a real depressing view for those employees. The goal of this project was to create a space where employees and visitors could spend their time and have a place where they wanted to be. Using light and color, this space was transformed from dark and empty to lively and bright. Working with the employees of the building, it was possible to see what they really wanted and also gave us great experience for working with real life clients. The space will include two lighting designs, two seating areas, and a coffee shop. This will transform the place and attract all kinds of people into the space. The two lighting designs used were reflection and diffraction. I used old fashioned bulbs hanging from the ceiling over a reflective pool of water to enhance the space and create a sparkling, unique aspect to the entrance. The other lighting design was used on the entrance wall where you can see the WSU logo is back lit with light seeping over the edges, using diffraction. With will lure people in and will cause curiosity to see what is behind that wall. The entire design is meant to be comfortable and functional to its users. This was a nice project and gave me more experience working with light.
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