Cementing the Future 8A

Unit 1: Bedroom Redesign

Redesigning Bedroom

After the introduction, we have to identify problems with our bedrooms and create a "driving question." My question is: "How can I use Feng Shui to design my bedroom and make it more relaxing?" My room is large, but the current layout makes it look empty. My teacher asks us to create a Canva presentation to explain our driving question, the problems in our rooms, and how the project connects to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Classroom Layout

Before scaling our own bedrooms, we practiced by scaling our classroom using ratios. I found adjusting the ratios to be the hardest part because I had to convert actual measurements into my chosen scale. It required a lot of math during the process.

Before

First, I drew my current room layout to scale. Then, I used Feng Shui principles to redesign the space.

After

After scaling my room, I discovered two main issues. First, my bed was right next to the door. In Feng Shui, if someone opens the door, the qi flows directly onto the bed. To fix this, I placed a closet next to the bed to block the flow. Second, I moved my desk from one corner of the room to the corner by the window. This change helps me feel more energetic while I am working.

Moodboard

At first, I had difficulty using Canva. I realized it was inconvenient to create a 3D scale model there, so I switched to a website I used before in math class called "Floorplanner." This site was much easier to use for 3D views. I spent a lot of time adjusting the ratios, although the final result still looked a bit different from my actual room. Through this project, I learned how to organize my space using Feng Shui. Now, I feel more energetic when I work and more relaxed when I rest.

Project Final Presentation

We had to present our bedroom redesigns individually, which made me feel quite nervous. During my presentation, I explained how the class driving question connected to my personal one. I also discussed the connection to SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and showed my moodboard and final redesign.

Unit 2 Family/Friend Redesign

Before Classroom

This is our floor plan of our classroom before the design.

Scale : 1 unit to 40cm

Questionnaire

Here are the answers we recieved from our client group about our homeroom classroom.

After Classroom

This is our classroom / homeroom space after the re-design.

Logic Diagram

Here is our logic diagram for our group's auto window automation.

Peer Feedback

-More equal talking during presentation

-Less taking when others are presenting

-Use slides more during presentations

- Speech is unclear

Final Presentation

This is our group final presentation canva for unit 2. Feel free to look around by clicking the image to switch to the next slide.

End of unit Reflection:

What did I learn?

- Applying Feng Shui to a large classroom requires optimizing the movement of light and energy across the broader floor plan.

-Increase the sense of spaciousness without structural changes by removing tall shelving to allow the eye to travel freely across the room.

What could I improve?

-Share ideas and tasks clearly with your team so everyone knows exactly what to do and finishes work faster.

-Stick to the job at hand and avoid distractions or side chats to get your work done on time.

Collaboration and Feedback:

- I updated my Canva template after a teammate pointed out the layout was too cluttered, showing that I can value and act on feedback even from those I usually mentor.

-After studying a peer's example, I rebuilt my mood board using custom screenshots of our actual 3D furniture models, making the final design much more professional and accurate.

Unit 3: Exhibition Project

ALLMRT-PROJECT

Research Document

Working on this project was an interesting experience for me. Our main goal was to figure out how to use automation to redesign Taipei MRT trains. By doing it, they will become sustainable, safe, and accessible for everyone, especially people with disabilities.

Through out this research, we realized that the MRT has great safety measures for fires and earthquakes. rYet, commuting is still difficult for a lot of people. Passengers with disabilities often face challenges, such as missing trains or struggling to stand in crowded cars.

To solve this, we came up with ideas like automated foldable seats to create more space. This project taught me that redesigning isn't just about making places differest, it’s more about empathy and designing a better world for everyone.

Final PPT

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