We learned:

• About their prototypes like Margaret’s prototype (it was a spinning circle with a hook and under the hook was a another circle for the backpacks).
• Some people thought Oliver’s prototype is better because there was a space for the lunch box and everyone has their own space and it will be less distracting than Margaret’s prototype.
• Some say that it is going to be squished if you use Oliver’s prototype (the backpack and the jacket).
• If you use Margaret’s prototype, if some people are messy then we need dividers.
• Instead of the 2 hooks coming from the middle, do two different ones from both sides (Oliver’s prototype)

What are you using to make the actual one?

— Hannah, Umi, Adrian, Tessa

Links:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1zyQq4_mDxAxbzIWfRsU9Q5689ysT9hlg

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1B75F3kgVMc55RdMxoYgBMW3jAPcFof0Y

Group: Polly, Ben, Anton    (Octopus)

Problem Statement: Students and teachers need a way to easily maneuver, organize, and find their belongings in a way that makes them feel at ease.

Prototype 1: We created a replica of the student’s mailbox that is larger so that students no longer need to cram their fold and papers into their area. We also added a little mailbox flag that the teacher can raise when work is returned.

Prototype 2: While we were there, we noticed that the area by the back door was really cramped, causing the door to not fully open. This was caused by the table, the one with the guinea pig crate on top behind the door, being too wide. To solve this problem, we thought we could design an area above or below the mailbox where we can place the guinea pig cage. Prototype 2 is an add-on to prototype 1 as it provides a safe place to put the guinea pig cage

Prototype 3: We created a place to hold the bean bags because we noticed that the beanbags were in a pile by the corner and lacked a proper area.

Questions:

• How many people are in the class?
• Within the room, can you think of any other spaces that need to be organized?
• What can we change about our designs to make them better?
• Which prototype do you think will be most useful for your space? Why?
• Do any of our prototypes not meet size constraints?
• How does the organization of the room make you feel? If it was more organized, how would that feeling change?

Problem Statement: Students and teachers need a better way to organize the cubby space in room 18; this will allow them to be less stressed in finding their belongings and will improve access to their backpacks and jackets when they are needed throughout the school day. One of the main problems with the cubby space now is that the coats fall off the hooks easily and some backpacks get buried under others and are hard to access. Also, this clutter can be dangerous and a walking hazard.

Margaret: The prototype I made was a hook mechanism that would prevent jackets or backpacks from falling off of them. This design idea can be used in two different ways. First, this hook can be put under the tables where the 5th grader’s work which will make it easier for them to access their backpacks. The other way this hook can be used to organize jackets and backpacks is where the cubbies are right now and it would be attached to the underside of the shelf. This hook can be used for jackets and will prevent them from falling on the floor because there is extra “lip” on the hook. Combined with the hook there will also be a box type compartment which is put on the floor were each backpack can be placed into. This will mean every student will have an allotted place to put their backpacks, so they are well organized.

Margaret’s Questions:

Is the option to put the hook under the tables reasonable or do think it might be difficult to put your backpacks here?

How do you think it might cause problems?

In redesigning the “cubby space”, would you like the ability to have other things stored here other than your backpacks and jackets?

Would you like to put umbrellas, lunch boxes, books, and other supplies in this cubby area?

How many people are in your class? What are the measurements of the table (length, width, and height of the table)?

How many tables are there in the classroom?

Can you measure approximately how large a backpack size is? (height, depth = when all of your belongings are inside the backpack, and length)

https://drive.google.com/a/scarsdaleschools.org/file/d/1_42Q5zEV-935_e-NRdkF4cgVlb2yuE2M/view?usp=sharing

Ethan: The prototype I made was a drawer with a hook for jackets. The students would store their bags and other personal items in the drawer, and their jackets/ coats, hats, and scarves could go on the hook.  This design is easily manipulated so that the students would be able to determine how the design is incorporated into the space. The design could either be lined up in multiples across the back wall giving wore vertical space for students, better for jackets/coats, or have the design stacked and lined up to provide more horizontal space, better for bags and other classroom materials. Either orientation would overall make it easier for students and teachers to find their belongings making cleanup and dismissal at the end of the day less stressful.

Ethan’s Questions:

Which of the aspects of my (Ethan’s) design do you feel most optimize and organize the space?

Do you think that this design would be optimal for the space already?

What are some things in the design that you would change?

Would you want to have more vertical or horizontal space?

Is there another setup for this design that I did not mention that would better fit the space?

https://drive.google.com/a/scarsdaleschools.org/file/d/1vj_uG0-h5MATSR395y92z64FswWNNYm7/view?usp=sharing

Oliver: To address this problem, the design included a double hook for backpacks and jackets. Additionally, there is a designated area for lunch boxes and papers/school work. Implementing organized storage designs will allow for more space in the classroom. The cubby area of the design is large enough to fit a student’s backpack, jacket, lunch, and any further materials needed for the day. It can be made out of wood or any other strong material that’s durable enough for everyday use.

Oliver’s Questions:

How can I make this design more space efficient?

Does each student need their own or can they be shared?

Can we stack the cubbies vertically or just horizontally?

https://drive.google.com/a/scarsdaleschools.org/file/d/1NzDHB9GKNtA5Gppoo3DlKUUonEkVoAlc/view?usp=sharing