NC State Prague Institute

NC State Prague Institute

Designed Object

This is the courtyard of the NC State Prague Institute building. I studied abroad there summer of 2018. One of the four walls is a living wall covered in ivy and the other three are glass with artwork etched on it. The floor is stone and there are tables and chairs with umbrellas. A tree grows in the middle. This space is meant to be open and inviting and foster discussion and connections. There is a connection to nature while still feeling connected to the vibe of the city - the stone floors accomplish that. The tables invite conversation, which spark friendships. The glass walls make the space seem open, while muffling noise for those in class in the rooms around the space. The umbrellas on the table make it a much more all-weather space, it can still be used if too sunny or even raining. The tree in the middle represents growth, which is what administrators hope students who attend the Institute achieve.

Emma Moore

Emma Moore

Digital Image