Capsulle
Client | Self directed
Role | Team lead/ industrial designer
Team | Keisha Herrera, Cesar Virgen, and Ryan Yokomo
Year | 2021
A living space for the displaced
When people are displaced due to natural disasters they often have to stay in school gyms or community centers that lack privacy, comfort, and activities for children. Capsulle is a comfortable area for families to stay that offers privacy and space to figure out next steps
California Fires
Living in California my team and I have all seen the devastating effects of natural disasters, especially fires. While personally I have not been displaced, I have met people who were affected by the 2017 Santa Rosa and Napa fires. Living between both cities many people came to my work to buy clothes after losing everything. Hearing their stories was so touching and really eye opening.
A focus on kids
Why Play?
These type of events are often mentally damaging especially to children who are unable to process what is happening. Giving kids a chance to play can help them process.
A typical shelter
Through research and interviews we found that typical shelters lack privacy, are noisy, and people crave connection
How might we create a positive experience for communities in the wake of disaster?
calm | modern | comfort | fresh | harmonious
A place for families to connect
A calming environment for healing
Offer a place for kids to play
Panel Exploration
I focused a lot on the panels exploring shapes and interactions
Privacy Module
Rest and Restore Module
The logistics
Customize your space
Implementing Play
Each panel connector is also a place to draw using Boogie Board technology. This allows kids to draw or adults to plan.
