Research & Findings
Key insights from educational research, case studies, and design theory that informed the Our Voices, Our Space installation.
The Approach
This project integrates research from education, psychology, and design studies to explore how visual communication can strengthen student belonging and voice. A qualitative, mixed-methods approach combined literature review, case study analysis, and design exploration to connect theory with practice.
Case Study Insights
Student Wellbeing in Vertical Schools
Highlighted the importance of environment in shaping student wellbeing. The participatory mapping inspired how spatial elements in the installation encourage interaction and reflection.
LINA AR Game
Demonstrated how technology and storytelling can make emotional experiences more relatable. This influenced the narrative-based structure of prompts in the installation.
The Politics of Belonging
Revealed the power of student-led visuals to express inclusion and exclusion. This study inspired the open-ended, student-driven responses that shape the installation’s content.
Key Findings
Participation fosters ownership
Students feel more connected when their input visibly shapes the environment.
Design as dialogue
Interactive elements encourage emotional expression beyond words.
Collaboration fosters empathy
Seeing one's voice builds understanding among peers.
Visual storytelling bridges empathy
Color, form, and layout can symbolize voice and connection.
Visual storytelling bridges empathy
Color, form, and layout can symbolize voice and connection.