Solution
Amicus worked closely with Nokia to develop a design brief for the 5G Playground, finding the optimal space in the building to make the most efficient use of space. Through collaboration, the design brief evolved to take the form of an interactive working space with three core functions, an Experience Room for presentations, a workspace room for study and the 5G equipment room.
The layout of the zones was designed to have a flow on effect, maximising the function of each space. The 5G equipment room sits between the workspace and experience rooms. Walled with floor to ceiling glass, the equipment is completely visible via both rooms providing a practical and functioning example of 5G technology to students.
The joinery is designed with soft curves and organic materials as a warm contrast to the sleek technology on display. Lighting and acoustics were carefully considered to create a stimulating and functional education space. Exposed ceilings equipped with baffle acoustic panels manage sound while LED strip lights, controlled by an automated C-bus system, creates a customisable and interactive lightscape with the capability to mimic the media being presented in the adjoining room.