To activate the sculpture park the approach of this map takes from of a scavenger hunt while also using a tactile aesthetic to speak to the nature of the event.
Showing posts with label Information Architecture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Information Architecture. Show all posts
Monday, April 27, 2015
Sam and I have been trouble shooting the activity and came across a lot of good ideas. We took an idea of using paper bowls and plates and appropriated it to our idea of a safari hat. We did some prototype testing with styrofoam dishware that we already had and it we seemed to have reached a good point to where we are ready to buy some final materials. We also did some material testing on if we could simulate a textured print and the results were not what we were hoping for.
Some more revisions to our clues have been made as well as simplifying the key. We created accompanying symbols to defer confusion. We also have been working on heightening the resolution of our images and ridding of some drop shadows and cleaning up and adding street names.
Friday, April 10, 2015
Monday, March 30, 2015
Friday, March 13, 2015
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Concept Myles+Mike
Idris (one of the people we interviewed described gentrification and urban revitalization as two terms that are, "intertwined, misconstrued, and mistaken for each other." Which is what our PSA is about in the first place.
Key Words: Equality, Truth, Perception
Our Goal:
People often mistake gentrification for urban revitalization, or they just do not know what it is. Our goal is to show people what gentrification truly is, through a spacial experience that is connected to and interactive gallery space. We want to impact the people that naively & intentionally full the insidious process of gentrification by showing we are all equal and that gentrification can happen to anyone.
Our Target:
Although learning about this subject would be beneficial to all people want to gear it to people that have hi-income and are able to invest or buy into neighborhoods that are being gentrified. These are people that are relatively naive to the subject. We do not want to stop them from moving to a new palace, we want them to not buy into homes with increased property value.
The Space:
The space is comprised of two areas, one being a walking space and the other an interactive gallery space. This space will be held in the heart of time square where the old TKST building is. We would have it here because this area of New York is where people with high income come to shop and people with low income come to be. This also an area of high activity so were hoping we would attract our demographic and more.
The exterior:
The space is in the form of a figure '8'. However the intersection of this 8 does not meet in the middle, they simply cross over one another. This is to represent both the complexity and confusion of the subject, along with the concept that we are all equal—the 8 looks like an infinity sign. From the exterior of the building would have two different levels, theses levels represent the the social injustice the problem of gentrification causes.
Interior:
When you walk in you are immediately faced with a "fork in the road" and a question. "What do you value?" One side will have the words power and the other side will have the words equality. The inside of the building is and intricate set of stares that never ends. As the user climbs the stairs they never get any higher. The equality stair set will go over the power set. As people walk their chosen paths the people below will be able to see the people above and vice-versa. Naturally the people that picked power will want to get to the top, but they wont get there as fast The people that took the equality set will have a Penrose-like-Stair set however the will have an entrance to the interactive galley space where they can learn more about how they can help preserve community and culture.
We want the user to get to the top, maybe there is type on the ground.
The Galley space:
this space will exist in the two wholes of the figure eight one side starting with a space geared more towards the negative effects of gentrification. The space will consist of stories of people that lost their homes and informational statistics about the negative effects. The users can the take a survey to see if they are living in a home where someone was eradicated due gentrification. The other side of the gallery will focus more on urban revitalization and what they can do to help the various neighborhoods at risk.
The concept of the neighborhood, the area grand central, maybe your walking on people dreams or the culture.
Key Words: Equality, Truth, Perception
Our Goal:
People often mistake gentrification for urban revitalization, or they just do not know what it is. Our goal is to show people what gentrification truly is, through a spacial experience that is connected to and interactive gallery space. We want to impact the people that naively & intentionally full the insidious process of gentrification by showing we are all equal and that gentrification can happen to anyone.
Our Target:
Although learning about this subject would be beneficial to all people want to gear it to people that have hi-income and are able to invest or buy into neighborhoods that are being gentrified. These are people that are relatively naive to the subject. We do not want to stop them from moving to a new palace, we want them to not buy into homes with increased property value.
The Space:
The space is comprised of two areas, one being a walking space and the other an interactive gallery space. This space will be held in the heart of time square where the old TKST building is. We would have it here because this area of New York is where people with high income come to shop and people with low income come to be. This also an area of high activity so were hoping we would attract our demographic and more.
The exterior:
The space is in the form of a figure '8'. However the intersection of this 8 does not meet in the middle, they simply cross over one another. This is to represent both the complexity and confusion of the subject, along with the concept that we are all equal—the 8 looks like an infinity sign. From the exterior of the building would have two different levels, theses levels represent the the social injustice the problem of gentrification causes.
Interior:
When you walk in you are immediately faced with a "fork in the road" and a question. "What do you value?" One side will have the words power and the other side will have the words equality. The inside of the building is and intricate set of stares that never ends. As the user climbs the stairs they never get any higher. The equality stair set will go over the power set. As people walk their chosen paths the people below will be able to see the people above and vice-versa. Naturally the people that picked power will want to get to the top, but they wont get there as fast The people that took the equality set will have a Penrose-like-Stair set however the will have an entrance to the interactive galley space where they can learn more about how they can help preserve community and culture.
We want the user to get to the top, maybe there is type on the ground.
The Galley space:
this space will exist in the two wholes of the figure eight one side starting with a space geared more towards the negative effects of gentrification. The space will consist of stories of people that lost their homes and informational statistics about the negative effects. The users can the take a survey to see if they are living in a home where someone was eradicated due gentrification. The other side of the gallery will focus more on urban revitalization and what they can do to help the various neighborhoods at risk.
The concept of the neighborhood, the area grand central, maybe your walking on people dreams or the culture.
Persona Interview
What is your name?
Idris Raoufi
Transportation Planner, Wilson & Company Engineers
Co-Founder of The 816 Bicycle Collective
Outreach Coordinator of Kansas City Bicycle Federation
Is Gentrification different from urban revitalization, if so why?
Gentrification and Urban Revitalization are two separate market implications that take place in
urban, more specifically transitioning dense urban areas. Despite being separate the two terms
are very intertwined, misconstrued, and mistaken for each other. By their basic definitions they
are inherently neutral, however, the perception of what constitutes gentrification is
overwhelmingly negative. Urban Revitalization itself is an obscure term, kind of like
SUSTAINABILITY or COMMUNITY. There are definitions of these words but they vary
between academia, politics, community development, urban planning, etc…
What is your general insight on the topic of gentrification?
Gentrification, put rather simply, is when new development/redevelopment in an area or
neighborhood artificially raises the property values of adjacent parcels “Forcing” owners to raise
their rents to reflect the artificial value. What is more commonly referred to when people talk
about gentrification, is when poor people, predominantly of color or ethnicity, are forced to
move out of an area/neighborhood due to higher rents which can be attributed to rising property
value.
My insight is that, gentrification is a market force that is vastly different based on location, one
city will see it differently from another. Two neighborhoods in one city might see it differently.
Gentrification is a lightning rod which in my opinion is a symptom of a much larger problem.
Gentrification is an effect of Urban Revitalization, however there is not always a negative
association. The shitty aspects of gentrification come to light when a municipality does not
protect vulnerable populations like renters. The history and breadth of this subject is
overwhelming to be honest.
What type of people live in low income urban housing, and why do you think so?
LOW INCOME HOUSING is a legal definition and the people who live within these units must
meet certain Federal guidelines to qualify for LOW INCOME HOUSING. Cut the cake however
you’d like, the demographics of those living in LOW INCOME HOUSING are predominantly
earning under $21,000 a year and overwhelmingly Black or African American, and Hispanic or
of Latin decent.
Answering this question concisely is very difficult because the answer lies within the history of
the civil rights movement and the long list of federal regulations that followed the movement.
The answer lies in racially motivated lending practices like “RED LINING”. The answer lies in
institutionally racist housing and employment policies. The answer lies in public housing and the
creation of HUD. In my mind the real question to ask is not why these people live in LOW
INCOME HOUSING, rather, what prevents them from leaving?
Does gentrification help or hurt the community?
Two sides of the same coin. It can cause damage to one population that is vulnerable or
disenfranchised by development in their community and create great wealth for another
population that isn’t vulnerable. The type of gentrification or development taking place is very
important. Some developments are ultimately better for the greater good despite the fact that
some people might be displaced. However, this is never a blanket generalization.
In my opinion, the value of gentrification rests on these key factors: Existing Land Use, Housing
Policies for Renters (Protections), Median Property Values, Median Rent, Median Income,
Percentage of Tenure by Type, and Transit Accessibility.
When gentrification is discussed without considering all of these factors it will be misleading.
Do you see this topic spreading or expanding outside of urban low income housing?
It happens on all levels. It is not that it does not affect different populations, it is how it affects
them. Gentrification only happens where there is pent up demand for a market condition. Right
now and for the last 3 decades since URBAN RENEWAL has been in effect, the most negative
impacts of gentrification have rested on the shoulders of urban poor, people of color, and ethnic
enclaves.
Do you think taxes help pay for urban revitalization?
Of course, tax incentives like abatement and tax increment financing, are always “necessary” to
lure large developers to the urban redevelopment. I don’t agree with it but this would be the
answer anyone at the City or EDC or BBC would give you. However, there is no cause an effect
here as much as there is correlation. You will be hard pressed to find direct cause and effect with
gentrification and urban revitalization.
There is a depth of urban revitalization, as a term it casts a large net and there are some many
different examples of it. In many cases urban revitalization happens on a very small scale and
receives no attention or tax incentives.
Interview With:
Maxine Weaver — Homeowner ship councilor
What is your view on gentrification? Do you think this is an effective program?
Idris Raoufi
Transportation Planner, Wilson & Company Engineers
Co-Founder of The 816 Bicycle Collective
Outreach Coordinator of Kansas City Bicycle Federation
Is Gentrification different from urban revitalization, if so why?
Gentrification and Urban Revitalization are two separate market implications that take place in
urban, more specifically transitioning dense urban areas. Despite being separate the two terms
are very intertwined, misconstrued, and mistaken for each other. By their basic definitions they
are inherently neutral, however, the perception of what constitutes gentrification is
overwhelmingly negative. Urban Revitalization itself is an obscure term, kind of like
SUSTAINABILITY or COMMUNITY. There are definitions of these words but they vary
between academia, politics, community development, urban planning, etc…
What is your general insight on the topic of gentrification?
Gentrification, put rather simply, is when new development/redevelopment in an area or
neighborhood artificially raises the property values of adjacent parcels “Forcing” owners to raise
their rents to reflect the artificial value. What is more commonly referred to when people talk
about gentrification, is when poor people, predominantly of color or ethnicity, are forced to
move out of an area/neighborhood due to higher rents which can be attributed to rising property
value.
My insight is that, gentrification is a market force that is vastly different based on location, one
city will see it differently from another. Two neighborhoods in one city might see it differently.
Gentrification is a lightning rod which in my opinion is a symptom of a much larger problem.
Gentrification is an effect of Urban Revitalization, however there is not always a negative
association. The shitty aspects of gentrification come to light when a municipality does not
protect vulnerable populations like renters. The history and breadth of this subject is
overwhelming to be honest.
What type of people live in low income urban housing, and why do you think so?
LOW INCOME HOUSING is a legal definition and the people who live within these units must
meet certain Federal guidelines to qualify for LOW INCOME HOUSING. Cut the cake however
you’d like, the demographics of those living in LOW INCOME HOUSING are predominantly
earning under $21,000 a year and overwhelmingly Black or African American, and Hispanic or
of Latin decent.
Answering this question concisely is very difficult because the answer lies within the history of
the civil rights movement and the long list of federal regulations that followed the movement.
The answer lies in racially motivated lending practices like “RED LINING”. The answer lies in
institutionally racist housing and employment policies. The answer lies in public housing and the
creation of HUD. In my mind the real question to ask is not why these people live in LOW
INCOME HOUSING, rather, what prevents them from leaving?
Does gentrification help or hurt the community?
Two sides of the same coin. It can cause damage to one population that is vulnerable or
disenfranchised by development in their community and create great wealth for another
population that isn’t vulnerable. The type of gentrification or development taking place is very
important. Some developments are ultimately better for the greater good despite the fact that
some people might be displaced. However, this is never a blanket generalization.
In my opinion, the value of gentrification rests on these key factors: Existing Land Use, Housing
Policies for Renters (Protections), Median Property Values, Median Rent, Median Income,
Percentage of Tenure by Type, and Transit Accessibility.
When gentrification is discussed without considering all of these factors it will be misleading.
Do you see this topic spreading or expanding outside of urban low income housing?
It happens on all levels. It is not that it does not affect different populations, it is how it affects
them. Gentrification only happens where there is pent up demand for a market condition. Right
now and for the last 3 decades since URBAN RENEWAL has been in effect, the most negative
impacts of gentrification have rested on the shoulders of urban poor, people of color, and ethnic
enclaves.
Do you think taxes help pay for urban revitalization?
Of course, tax incentives like abatement and tax increment financing, are always “necessary” to
lure large developers to the urban redevelopment. I don’t agree with it but this would be the
answer anyone at the City or EDC or BBC would give you. However, there is no cause an effect
here as much as there is correlation. You will be hard pressed to find direct cause and effect with
gentrification and urban revitalization.
There is a depth of urban revitalization, as a term it casts a large net and there are some many
different examples of it. In many cases urban revitalization happens on a very small scale and
receives no attention or tax incentives.
Interview With:
Maxine Weaver — Homeowner ship councilor
What is your view on gentrification? Do you think this is an effective program?
2. Working for a company for new home buyers. When you guys look for new homes. Is it urban low income areas you target? Why do you think if so?
3. What do you think the percentage of new home buyers staying in the area, for over 3 years? After you guys help them.
Answers
1. My view on gentrification. This can be a good thing depending upon ones prospective. However, I believe it can have a more negative effect on people that already live in the area. Beautifying and renovating a city is nice, however, the end goals generally does not have the best interest of the citizens. In some cases it all about increasing the bottom line and that generally entails pushing the poor/lower class out (who usually makes up the majority of the population) and attracting higher working class individuals.
2. As a Homeownership Counselors at NHS, we allow our first time prospective homebuyers to pick and choose where they would like to live. That’s a big decision and it should always be your decision, we coach them on credit and finances. In the past one of our mission were geared to low and moderate income household that was 80% and below media income but not necessary purchasing in our target area. However, there were monetary benefits when a customer chose to purchase in a Target area. That since is no longer the case.
3. The percentage of new homebuyers that usually stay in the homes for 3 or more years is about 85%. The reason being is that many purchase homes as a Dream Home and others as a starter home. And as family grow there may be a need to add on or sell and buy a larger home. Another reason why they have to live in the home over 3 years is because of the subsidized/grant/soft second funds that mandate them to live in the property certain amount of years or be forced to pay back the money.
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Gentrification Myles+Mike
Gentrification is know as the 'urban renewal' of an area. This is where upperclass people move into a more impoverished area, thus making the property value increase. This makes the people who were originally living in the area have to find new homes because the can't make the money to pay rent. Reads: These 7 cities Expose Exactly What Gentrification is doing to America The Gentrification Effect What is Driving Urban Gentrification?
Persona
Sarah & Joe Peterson
25
Californian
Behavior
New home buyers looking to invest in a house for a more comfortable living. They want a nice small house close to the metropolitan area. That will make transporting to work a little easier. They just moved to Boston and heard about a new neighborhood being renovated online. This is the ideal location for the couple and they are interested in doing research on the neighborhood.
Goals
Research the neighborhood.
Find local businesses.
Get a feel for the neighborhood.
Move in to the house and get acquainted with the neighbors.
Needs
The couple needs to find a place close to the metro area. That will allow them to commute to and from work.
Monday, February 23, 2015
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Online News Redesign
Successful
Inside the article the information is nicely displayed. With no distracting related stories taking up the side columns. Theres also a lot of white space for the eye to roam around and not feel confined to this reading space. The beginning of a article starts with a dominant image to put the viewer in context. The social media icons is also noticeable and out of the way from the article. Placed at the top and bottom. This can also be harmful to some audience members that like to engage while reading. I also like the weather in the left corner indicating the current climate. This keeps the viewer up to date with everything he/she needs. I also think the bottom of the pages are very clean and well done.
Unsuccessful
The home page is very cluttered with information. The layout is very overwhelming and forces me to look at the tabs for something more simple. For the older generation this layout might be a little intimidating as well and confuse them on what to do. Theres so much text its unappealing visually. Nothing exciting happens and still has that boring connotation of a newspaper. Even though its a newspaper company, the main goal is to deliver the news to the viewer.
Plans
I want to add more excitement to the web interface. Changing the experience of a traditional newspaper to a more modern state. I plan to do this by engaging text and image more, whit in an article. To enhance the convince of the platform. Give the viewer summaries of the article before fully investing in a single article. Once invested in a article use the scroll gesture to an advantage by creating the articles context visually.(in the background) Also give the transition from page to page more life and interesting gestures. While sustaining a sleek, organized, engaging layout.
Inside the article the information is nicely displayed. With no distracting related stories taking up the side columns. Theres also a lot of white space for the eye to roam around and not feel confined to this reading space. The beginning of a article starts with a dominant image to put the viewer in context. The social media icons is also noticeable and out of the way from the article. Placed at the top and bottom. This can also be harmful to some audience members that like to engage while reading. I also like the weather in the left corner indicating the current climate. This keeps the viewer up to date with everything he/she needs. I also think the bottom of the pages are very clean and well done.
Unsuccessful
The home page is very cluttered with information. The layout is very overwhelming and forces me to look at the tabs for something more simple. For the older generation this layout might be a little intimidating as well and confuse them on what to do. Theres so much text its unappealing visually. Nothing exciting happens and still has that boring connotation of a newspaper. Even though its a newspaper company, the main goal is to deliver the news to the viewer.
Plans
I want to add more excitement to the web interface. Changing the experience of a traditional newspaper to a more modern state. I plan to do this by engaging text and image more, whit in an article. To enhance the convince of the platform. Give the viewer summaries of the article before fully investing in a single article. Once invested in a article use the scroll gesture to an advantage by creating the articles context visually.(in the background) Also give the transition from page to page more life and interesting gestures. While sustaining a sleek, organized, engaging layout.
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Research
Emotional imagery for their sympathy. (Go Seahawks) But image and text separate.
Scrolled down and found Pete!
This story seemed more interesting. But it was in the related section.
Pete Carroll motivating Marshawn.
USA Today
More emotional imagery.
Text and image separated. Aggravating distracting links on the side where I found something about Beast Mode!
Beast Mode interview.
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