Interior Design School of Design
Haeun Kim

As a spatial designer, Haeun reimagines a diverse range of moments within spaces through her unique interpretations. Utilising a variety of tools such as model making, drawing, storytelling, and collage, she expresses her ideas and creates distinctive outcomes. Her particular interest lies in the natural blending of the old and the new, as well as the flexibility of spaces. Through her current project, she aims to break down the boundaries between educational institutions and professional studio space. The project, “Maker’s Playground” gives individuals the creative space for growth and rediscovery.

Maker’s Playground
Maker’s Playground will serve as a design-centred knowledge incubator, facilitating the exploration, experimentation, and expression of personal creativity. The user group, referred to as “makers”, will converge in this space. The aim is to bring together individuals with similar interests in a shared environment that inspires collaboration through teaching and learning. This venue could serve as an entry point for recent graduates taking their initial steps into becoming pre-designers, while also providing an opportunity for more established designers to take “time out” for a mid-career break or transition. Additionally, the space is envisioned to be accessible to the public, providing easy access to the realm of design and thereby contributing to a greater sense of community. The space is designed to inspire participation in ‘exploring’, ‘doing’, and ‘making’, offering diverse facilities and workshops spanning culture, design, art and various other activities.
Site
Glue Factory 22 Farnell St, Glasgow G4 9SE
The Glue Factory was built in 1981; the premises was initially utilised by the British & Foreign Aerated Water Co. Ltd. Later in the 20th century, the factory became associated with the Scottish Adhesives Co. Ltd. (hence ‘Glue Factory’). Since 2020, It has been repurposed as an artistic venue, hosting cross-artform exhibitions and events.
Preserving the authentic character of the building’s predecessor, the Glue Factory, was paramount. Elements such as exposed brick, wooden roofs, pipes, and tanks were retained, reflecting the structure’s industrial heritage and enriching its narrative with depth. Internally, the ground floor includes a spacious layout encompassing a double-height tank room, warehouse, and former machine space. The first floor features a high-pitched ceiling and offers natural light from the roof’s windows.
Exterior
There will be a conversion of an existing but dormant door within the building into a functional window. This repurposed feature will allow views into both the assembly workshop and the seating working area. The external platform will function during the day to engage the public and give passersby insight into the building. After that, the window will be shut during nighttime to uphold safety protocols and safeguard the premises.
Ground floor

Assembly Area

Material re-use centre

Library

Library bespoke furniture

Cloakroom / Bike storage

Exhibition area
First floor

Kitchen / Cafeteria

Flexible working area (door closed)


Flexible working area (door opened)



Material library
