Amy Morris
Interior & Environmental Design BDes (Hons)
An urban living room that brings the Dundee community back to the heart of the city centre.
About
Social Circle in an urban living room that aims to bring the Dundee community back to the heart of the city centre.
The living room is often considered the heart of any home - where people can unwind, socialise, and feel comfortable. However, what does it mean to incorporate the essence of a living room into urban settings? Social Circle looks to bring domestic elements into the urban environment to spark curiosity within city dwellers and initiate conversation within the community. It provides a free social space for communal expression, meeting the need for a welcoming and inclusive gathering place in the city.
The Social Circles design is located in Dundee City Square, outside the Caird Hall and adjacent to the Overgate Shopping Centre. Due to the rise of online shopping and the detrimental effects of COVID-19, footfall within city centres has dropped significantly. This is why city centres must develop new ‘destinations’, such as the Social Circles design, to attract people back to the city centre.
Rendered Views of Model
Living Room Graphic
Style development of the analysis of people’s conversations and movements within the living room setting.
Sit-Tee 1:1 build
Social seating installation build from the reuse of old climbing rope. With the intent of encouraging conversation within the community.