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The Original Design
This was the cafeteria at the Durham College Whitby campus, the primary location for students and faculty to eat as well as socialize or study.
The space was very bleak, making the space feel very mundane and lifeless. The tables looked like they were just thrown together in the space provided, but didn't take inconsideration of the quality of design for students.
Creating a comforting and functional space
The idea behind the re-design was to take an open, empty, bleak space, and find the middle ground by creating sectional open panel walls to provide a sense of privacy whilst still acknowledging an open space.
The design was inspired to promote a sense of comfort, leaning into more of a cafe design, utilizing more earthy yet warm neutral colours, and giving more purpose of each section to the cafeteria that allows students to both eat and study without feeling out of place.
Cafe Patio
This cafeteria features a warm, modern seating area with natural wood slat partitions and columns that create a sense of openness while subtly defining different dining zones. Soft lighting, round café tables, and light wood flooring provide a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for casual dining and social gatherings.
Mess Hall
This redesigned college cafeteria reimagines the dining hall as a warm, social hub that balances efficiency with comfort. Clean-lined communal tables and durable finishes support high student traffic, while wood slat walls, soft lighting, and indoor greenery create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages gathering and lingering between classes. Arched openings and varied seating zones introduce visual interest and flexible use, allowing the space to shift easily from busy lunch periods to quieter study and collaboration times. The overall design blends practicality with contemporary warmth to foster a more inviting campus dining experience.
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