In this blog post, we will present our brainstorming for the project and the techniques we will use to filter and evaluate ideas. We will also present an overview timeline and milestones for the project. Finally, we will mention our plan for the next step of the project.

Brainstorming phase

Last week, we acquired the Sketch-up drawings of the workshop with the proposed elements (e.g. workbenches). A majority of brainstorming was done during the first meeting with the client. at this point, we openly discussed and brainstormed on which elements would be most vital, and how many would be feasible. We will continue to brainstorm ideas for the construction of the prototype elements for the carport renovation by examining the Sketch-up designs. Aside from the construction procedure, we also need to get the community members involved in the project so they feel a sense of belonging. A good way to connect with the community members would be to meet them during the drop-in sessions. The coordinators and staff at the Learning Exchange are willing to help us throughout the project so we can seek their feedback on our ideas and progress as well as consult them regarding any concerns that we raise.

Timeline and Milestones

Here is our team’s plan for tackling the various stages of the project:

• February 16 to March 10: Brainstorm of construction methods, material selection, and shop drawings
  • Consulting coordinators for feedback on feasibility and patron satisfaction
  • Finalizing prototype drawings
  • Cost evaluation to remain on budget
• March 11, 2013: Construction start
  • involving team members and community members
• March 21, 2013: Construction completion
• March 24, 2013: Poster completion
• March 27, 2013: Project documentation completion

Next step

Our team will be visiting the Learning Exchange next Tuesday (during reading break) to meet with the coordinators to go into the specifics and to brief them on our project plan. While we are there, we will also discuss about the construction of the prototype.
In addition, we need to figure out how we can have access to a workshop and tools for the construction of the prototype.