The User Journey Begins
The solidity of The Heart brings structure to the Search Engine concept. Upon entering this space, the nervous system begins to calm, and the Full Detox process commences.
Facade
The exterior has been renovated to keep the characteristics of the original structure,
including the brick walls and steel elements, but with the new addition of stained
glass. 6 bespoke cedar wood spherical seats have been added, as well as the
Search Engine logo to the restored walls. The original trees that shade the building
also remain.
The idea was to make the exterior as inviting as possible, not only to appeal to
Search Engine users, but also to compliment the beauty of the surrounding area
(Kelvin walkway, Kelvingrove park)
Consultation
Upon entering, users in need of guidance on how to navigate the space are taken to a seating area, where a staff member can suggest zones of the experience that they see fitting for the user to explore. The centrepiece of this space is the sofa, accompanied by two bespoke ‘rock balancing’ tables, inspired by ancient ‘graffiti’ methods of the past. The frosted glass window projects the landscape and happenings of the outside world, while providing privacy for those within this space.