Final Residence St. Elmo's in the Palouse

The final process of the St. Elmo hotel brought each space together. From the one bedroom apartment, into the common space, and back to the two bedroom apartment. These spaces were created from the concept of openness and unity. which came from the phrase of "home is where the heart is" which ultimately made me get the feeling of hearts, with warmth, love and comfort. The incorporation of the concept can be seen within each space, but what bring them together is the common space and the use of a large chandelier that is shaped like a heart and gives a feeling that the space is one. The common area is separated by a series of seating placed for different activities, whether it be someone just wanting to get out of their apartment for a little bit, if someone is waiting for their significant other to get done at the spa or even waiting for the laundry to get done they can sit outside of the laundry room and read while they wait. The one bedroom apartment was the main aspect of this, keeping it open while also uniting the room without a feeling of being cluttered. This was accomplished by inserting wall indents into both the living room and kitchen wall connected to the living room. So once you enter into the apartment. You have the ability to see into the living room and all the way into the kitchen. Even when there might be company present, socializing from room to room will not cause an issue as it would with solid walls. These walls are also shortened so that it keeps the space as open as possible so those who are in a wheelchair, have no problems moving through the apartment. The bathroom is capable for accessibility, from both front and side access to the ADA compliant toilet. There is access beneath the vanity sink for wheelchair space and also side or front access. There is a bench placed below the windowsill for seating if needed and has a walk-in shower so wheelchair access is possible. The bedroom has been placed with a walk-in closet for extra clothing space as well as storage. Two windows inside the bedroom allow natural light to be present in the room. A coat closet as well as a bench is placed at the end of the entry way for storage and setting items down once entering the apartment. The kitchen holds plenty of room for at least two people to cook at once. as well as having the turn around space if one is to be using a wheelchair. A space in the corner along the exterior wall has room to place a desk or even storage cupboard for extra storage in the interior.