User Case Study: Reprographics Lab
[November 2023]
User Case study of Reprographics Print Lab located at Pratt Institute. Prompted to observe and study user experiences of the space. Designed a digital alteration website to improve the user experience.
Space distribution:
The Reprographics Lab is located on the 4th floor of the Design Center at Pratt Institute. The lab serves as a printing, cutting and binding resource for undergraduate and graduate students.
Exterior Space
Communication Design Studio Reprographics Printing Lab Users:1/ Undergraduate & Graduate Students
Goals:
To print presentations, essays, booklets for classes and personal requirements.
Frustrations: Lack of knowledge about usingmachines, large expenses and long queues add to the stress around finals.2/ Student workers & Technician
Goals: To trouble-shoot during difficulties, handle appointments and payments and manage custom paper printing.
Frustrations:Constant help required by students, busy schedule, overcrowding.3/ Undergraduate & Graduate Faculty
Goals:
Frustrations:4/ Admin Office Employees
Goals:To print posters and invitations for events.
Frustrations: Wait time due to pre-booked appointments for prints.
Digital Alteration of Space to Improve User Experience:
An online space is designed to support students in conveniently reserving machines and scheduling appointments without conflicts of going in-person.