alphabets avenue c & 6th street

initial observations

uncertainty of the space

boxes scattered

inefficient use of the space

random products

lots of cleaning supplies

an attempt at a rest area(children’s desk and two chairs)

hidden deli and baked goods section

brainstormingideas towards a scenario

incorporating the color

of the streets, artwork, and creativity into

the bodega as a piece

of art within the

community

brainstormingideas towards a scenario

conducting a performance;

inspired by sandra’s performance during the 2nd assignment.

in hopes to engage

the community with a new way of interaction

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brainstormingideas towards a scenario

working in coalition with one of the many

parks in the surrounding area, creating a space

next to the bodega to eat, relax; extending the

bodega outside of the physical

boundaries.

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brainstormingideas towards a scenario

creating a place

within the bodega for people to scratch their lotto tickets,

feel welcome, eat a sandwich from the

deli. using the space provided in the best

possible way.

desirability

feasibility viability

brainstormingideas towards a scenario

creating a communal atmosphere cleanliness & organization

a place to sit and enjoy food trust in the community

initial scenario

shelves could be put

to better use

implement more organizational

techniques

no space put to waste

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are needed to see this picture. initial scenariointerview with neighbor: Madde, (now 22)

mother witnessed the gentrification in the area from the early 90’s. increase in white population.

thoughts on alphabets:

“it’s not a very inviting place…when i walk by i can’t tell what kind of store it is nor what it sells…”

“it looks like they’re advertising for cleaning supplies…not incredibly inviting, not much of a reason to go there with Fine Fare down the block.”

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refining the scenario

In order to move forward with Alphabet Bodega’s success as a community-driven business, it first needs a complete restructuring of the design of the store.

Using the shelves for what they are at maximum capacity.

Replacing the cleaning supplies in the windows with food related services the bodega offers including Boar’s Head sandwiches and baked goods.

With re-organization comes more space for updated tables and chairs to eat, meet, play the lottery, etc…

tools

brainstorming

organization of ideas on paper

scenario building-- using the toolkit for

narrowing down what was feasible/desirable/viable

directed interviews- madde m., interaction with owner of bodega

collaging photographs

note-taking