Room D on the 3rd floor of the League may be one of the most overlooked rooms in the entire building. The League is filled with other ballrooms, far better furniture, and locations to acquire food; all of which easily overshadow a blank slate. Room D, however, has endless function due to its emptiness. The four modestly sized windows allow light into the room without being too obstructive. The chairs in the room can be set up along the wall to allow room for dancing or they may be set up auditorium style to allow for a presentation of any sort. The wood paneling makes the room appropriate for higher profile events but the blankness of the walls keeps the options open for more casual events. The plain carpeting also allows for the room to be used for any event. The flat ceiling is high enough to open up the room but without all the grandeur of a vaulted ceiling. With ample amounts of space, Room D facilitates a multitude of different learning experiences.
Jordan,
ReplyDeleteI think you nailed the fact that this room was designed to be simple in order to be a space of multiple uses. I agree with the historic element that you touch upon and noticed that the windows seem to be very old. I think the architect was forced to create the room with the same windows that were used when the league was built. The artwork as well as the red blinds provide a warmness to the room that I think is desperately needed. The gray carpet and the lack of desks makes the room's content feel melancholy. However, the openness of the space allows any student to feel safe and not crowded. This is extremely important when it comes to learning.
The student who choses to study in this room is very simple and does not spend his or her time caring for lavish things. They live an ordered lifestyle, one that is not filled with many distractions. They choose to study in this space because it prevents distraction and allows him or her to focus on the work at hand. And they enjoy resorting to dance as a study break!