Final model + explanation

Space for Nobel:
I have created an open plan space, consisting of an amalgamation of rectangles of different sizes. Each rectangular space is a representation of an idea or thought, whether they failed or were successful. As Nobel says, "If I have a thousand ideas and only one turns out to be good, I am satisfied.” With the rectangles as a maze, Nobel weaves his way through experiments with different ideas and processes, till he finally succeeds. If only one idea is sucessfull, he is satisfyed. The copious amount of rectangles represents this. The spaces are not enclosed but rather open to interpretation, improvement and criticism. The open space allows Nobel to expand his pysche. The rectangles are symbolic of Nobel’s scientific mind: complex, always looking for ways to improve and open to new experiments and ideas. In addition these spaces can be used for filing and storage of ideas and past experiments. The ramp was designed in a similar way, bound with rectangles of differing sizes and spaces.
Space for Cousteau:
I have created a space for Cousteau that considers the notion of gravity and transcending beyond the surface. As Cousteau says: “from birth, man carries the weight of gravity on his shoulders. He is bolted to earth. But man has only to sink beneath the surface and he is free." It begins with an enclosed room, relatively small. The roof is textured with clouds to give the impression that Cousteau is deep underneath the surface, looking up at the sky. Then proceeding down a narrow flight of stairs, symbolic of the transition from the physical surface to the lack of gravitational force and freedom. Cousteau then comes out to the ramp in an open space, representing freedom. Cousteau “sinks beneath the surface” to embrace this freedom.
Meeting Space:
I have amalgamated the concepts behind Nobel and Cousteau’s spaces to create a space that would satisfy both needs. The space is deep, symbolic of gravity and its ability to pull one down beneath the surface. The collum’s are holding up the open roof that allows them to look up towards the sky, furthering this notion of being beneath the surface. The rectangles on the outskirts of the space are symbolic of Nobel’s successes and failures, ideas and processes. They can be used for storage of ideas and experiments.