Unit 1: Bedroom Redesign
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).
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.
First, I drew my current room layout to scale. Then, I used Feng Shui principles to redesign the space.
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.
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.
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.
This is our floor plan of our classroom before the design.
Scale : 1 unit to 40cm
Here are the answers we recieved from our client group about our homeroom classroom.
This is our classroom / homeroom space after the re-design.
Here is our logic diagram for our group's auto window automation.
-More equal talking during presentation
-Less taking when others are presenting
-Use slides more during presentations
- Speech is unclear
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.
This is a picture of everyone's assigned job in our group.
This is a picture of how our group discuss together to form our driving question.
This is a picture of how our group brainstorm about the SDGs
This is a picture of us working together. We were busy discussing about how we are doing the automation.
This is our group's exhibition PPT on canva.
Early in the project, I successfully guided our topic selection and organized important information . However, I identified a personal growth area in my team engagement. To address this, I am establishing a routine of frequent check in to better support my teammate and enhance collaboration. Additionally, I will take on a larger speaking share in our presentations an actionable step that simultaneously balances our team's workload and advances my own professional communication skills.