by Sara Lasseter | Apr 5, 2016 | Interior Design Tools, Interior Design Trends
The interior environment can affect our behavior and have an impact on how we feel. The majority of the influences are subtle, but subconsciously affect us whether we like it or not and are responsible for shaping the interactions of end-users. The color of walls...
by Sara Lasseter | Apr 1, 2016 | Interior Design Tools
Mapping is the process of identifying key areas of interest, circulation, opportunity, and diversity. When KSA’s Interior Designers conduct mapping exercises we ask questions about how the end-users currently use the space. These questions help us in the...
by Sara Lasseter | Mar 27, 2016 | Interior Design Tools
The last step in the Placemaking process is to apply a carefully crafted message. This message should be unique to the space and may be derived from an organizational mission, function, goal, or may be shaped by some larger cultural or historical context. In higher...
by Sara Lasseter | Mar 24, 2016 | Interior Design Trends
6: Work Surfaces – We’ve polled quite a few students and more often than not we get an overwhelming number of requests for fewer lounge pieces and more work surfaces! Sure, big comfy lounge chairs have their place (see #9 on the list), but students really want to be...
by Sara Lasseter | Mar 15, 2016 | Interior Design Tools, KSA Interiors
Interior design is a powerful tool that aims to engage end-users on many different levels, including acoustics. As designers, we use subtle cues to create memorable and enjoyable experiences. We frequently talk about the “feel” of a space, but what about the sound?...