A Spark can be thought of as a fresh and spontaneous occurrence, and therefore can be seen as raw and inspirational. It can take on a figurative meaning, or physical form, and in this space I attempted to merge the metaphysical rawness of a spark with the physical crudeness of select materiality.A rusted metal veneer, coarse wire mesh, slanting metallic slabs joining at clashing angles, rough paneled railing, cold concrete flooring, and Indian red/Terracotta carpeting are but a few of the ominous but playful features explored within this space.
There is a sharp contrast in the design of the first and second level in order to provide both the sense of comfort and unease that a spark can initiate. The first level is foreboding and boldly rough but the more intimate areas of the loft and lower level provide more of a sense of warmth and comfort through material choices like plaster walls and warm coated surfaces.
The design is initially meant to shock the viewer and provide a sense of the primitive side of a spark, but as you circulate through the space to smaller nodes the spaces become more inviting and provide the undertone of the warmth and comfort of a spark.
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