Client: 32-year-old Caucasian Male
Date: June 10, 2009
Condition: Asthma and Allergies
Target Area: Guest Room/Safe Haven
Issues:
Primary client complains of asthma and allergy symptoms. He notes that as a child his parents established his bedroom as an “allergy-free zone”. While his asthma is currently controlled with the prescription drug Advair™, he notes that his allergy symptoms have progressively worsened. He states that he has tried numerous over-the-counter and pharmaceutical interventions but most leave him “dried-out”. He further states that he wants to limit the number of pharmaceuticals taken on a daily basis. His ultimate desire is to create an “allergy-free zone” within his home.
Secondary client finds the primary client’s current “allergy-free zone” to be cold and austere. Her concern is that the current and future “allergy-free zone” doubles as a guest room. It is her belief that the room in its current state is unwelcoming. In response to her dissatisfaction, she has attempted to bring items into the room in order to soften the austere appearance.
Notes:
The room in question is awash in white and pale colors. The heavy use of white is likely in response to the sociocultural belief that white equates to sterility. Because the room’s only window opens to an aromatic green wall of jasmine vines, mock orange bush, and honeysuckle vine, the window must remain closed. Likewise, the room has a small hallway upon entry, which reduces the air circulation.
Because this room is not used on a daily basis, it runs the risk of becoming a repository for overflow storage, which can lead to clutter. The two issues related to the use of this room for overflow storage are the increased surfaces for the accumulation of dust and other allergens and the increase of visual stimulation. To remedy this situation in the redesign, it will be important to include a piece of furniture where items can be stored out-of-sight.
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