Empathize
You will conduct research on sustainable chicken-coop designs, gather insights from online sources, interview local architects and farmers, and document these findings to understand user needs and ecosystem requirements around Cultivo.
Days 1 - 3
Meet Coop Users
Launch 45m
Capture User Insights
Deliverable 90m
Define
You will synthesize your research about ergonomic chicken-coops to craft a clear and actionable problem statement, guiding your architectural design process for Cultivo's healthy ecosystem initiative.
Days 4 - 6
POV and HMW for Coop
Deliverable 60m
Ideate
You will brainstorm potential designs for ergonomic chicken-coops utilizing architectural apps like AutoCAD, collaborate with peers in small groups to exchange ideas, and create a diverse range of sketches demonstrating different approaches to suit Valle de Guadalupe's climate and socioeconomic needs.
Days 7 - 10
Coop Concept Sketch Pack
Deliverable 90m
Prototype
You will create physical and digital prototypes of your ergonomic chicken-coop design, iteratively refine them based on peer critiques and expert feedback, and document your process through sketches and progress logs to ensure your model aligns with sustainable farming practices.
Days 11 - 15
Coop Prototype Iterations
Deliverable 60m
Test/Present
You will validate your architectural 3D chicken-coop model by conducting user tests in el Valle de Guadalupe, gather feedback, and present your refined solution and learnings to stakeholders and community partners during a celebratory exhibition event.
Days 16 - 20
Coop Design Exhibition
Assessment 90m