Transitional Homes
Collaborative Design
A collaborative sprint with interior design to create single and family unit homes for survivors of domestic abuse.
Project Type
Group, Studio Class
Time
2 weeks
Semester
6, Spring 2023
The Project
In a 2 week collaborative project with ASU interior design and industrial design programs, student groups design transitional homes utilizing shipping containers.
Collaborators
Interior Design
Brenda Gomez
Katie Hefner
Moises Miranda Hernandez
Industrial Design
Gabi Peters
Luis Jaramillo Munguia
Collaboration
Requirements
IND
Sketches
1/2” Scale Models
Renders Storyboards
INT
Floor Plans Sections/Elevations Models
Renders
Parameters
40ft Container
Interior: 39’ x 7’ x 7’6”
20ft Container
Interior: 19’ x 7’ x 7’6”
Contributions
IND
Ideation
3 Sleeping Systems
3D Models
1/2” Scale Shipping Container Models 1/2” Scale Models of Products
Research
Design Considerations For Small Spaces
Removable partitions between rooms so that room areas can be enlarged as needed
Separate toilets, sinks and bathtubs each in its own compartment for shared units
Modularity can improve the use of space and the user’s enjoyment of the space
Natural light and indoor plants can help make a small space seem less claustrophobic
User Research
User Needs
Security
Personal Space
Connection
Storage
Multi-functional Furniture
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Single Women
Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Women with Children
Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Users
Ideation - Bunk Bed
Chosen Concept
User Interaction- Bunk Bed
Ideation - Murphy Beds
Quick Concept
Went Straight to CAD After Research
2 Variations for 20ft unit + 40ft unit
Chosen Concept
User Interaction- Murphy Beds
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Model Making
Shipping Containers
Cardboard, Foam Core
Bunk Bed
3D Printed, PLA
Murphy Beds
3D Printed, PLA
The Presentation
With user focused design and empathy, we developed six different living spaces
Life for domestic abuse survivors is not over. We aimed to create supportive spaces for love, connection, and growth. Spaces where women can rediscover their incredible selves and children can flourish. While these spaces are temporary, their benefits last a lifetime.
