People and Place. Ex.17. The User's Point of View.

Exercise 17. User's Point of View.

Crypt Restaurant.

This restaurant has been created in the crypt

 of an old church. Inevitably only surface renovation

could be carried out - the huge pillars supporting the

church above had to remain. The tables have been

 placed in the only available space between the
pillars. This provides areas for intimate groups
but restricts the view of the general diner to a
few feet which is isolating and claustrophobic.

Gallery.

A well lit viewing area, the light entering through

the ceiling creating a diffused light onto the

paintings. Adequate space is provided to move

around the perimeter of the room and

 comfortable seating areas are located in the

centre. Here one can rest one's feet and perhaps

contemplate the the skills of the masters or

perhaps wonder how the same standards can

be achieved with a compact camera.

Chapel.

This view is from the pulpit. A small personal

 chapel softly lit from one side. It is sparsely

furnished. Sufficent space is present between

seats which enables worshippers to be with

but apart from their neighbours. There is a fluidity

in the chair spacing. A quiet contemplative area

which works.