Feedback from architects

Last week the MPX10 class walked over to the University of Hawaii School of Architecture. Students have been working on a design project since last semester, trying to create a display space that will allow students to share their work more easily on campus. The meeting with the architects allowed students to both practice their presentations and get feedback on their designs.

Several students decided to rebuild their models after meeting with the professional architects because they got such great ideas on how to improve their work!

“One piece of advice they gave us is to make a person that is to scale to our model of the display space. They said that would help because it will show how big the model is and it will help the judges understand our model more. Another advice they gave us, is that we should put turf-like material under our model and label by numbers the different sides of the model and explain the gazebo by the numbers.” Blaine Tonaki

“I think it was a really good idea that we went over to UH to talk to architects and people who are working in that [the design] field. It was really useful and it helped me to get ready for the real thing coming up. Some of the positive things I took away from this time was that they told us to PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE! If you practice a lot it will make a big impact on your presentation.” Malia Strohlin

The final pitch of their designs is this Wednesday morning. Please wish your son or daughter good luck as they will be presenting to Dr. Turnbull, Mr. Cordova, Mr. McManus, Dr. Russell, Mr. Watson, and two local architects.  The winning design will be integrated into the school's master plan!