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5. Analyse and improve the sensory experience of a personal space using design thinking.
Title: Sensory Mapping of My Study Space

Sense What I Notice

Sight Bright white light, plain walls
Sound Fan noise, traffic from the window

Smell Neutral, sometimes dusty

Touch Hard chair, smooth desk surface

Taste Water bottle nearby, sometimes tea

Improvement: Add a soft cushion and a calming poster to improve comfort and visual mood.
6. Create a sensory-based visual plan for a personal space that supports relaxation.
• Sight: Warm yellow lamp – adds calm, soft light.
• Sound: Small Bluetooth speaker – plays soft instrumental music.
• Touch: Fuzzy blanket – adds a sense of warmth and comfort.
• Smell: Lavender pouch – gives a relaxing fragrance.

All elements are selected to create a peaceful, cozy space ideal for reading.

7. Create an Empathy Map of the School Canteen User. What insight can you draw from the empathy map.
User: Class 10 student using school canteen

SAYS THINKS

"The line is always long." "I might not get my favourite snack."

"It’s too noisy to relax." "I wish we had a quieter space."
DOES FEELS

Waits in line, eats quickly Rushed, distracted, slightly annoyed

Talks with friends Happy to socialize but sometimes tired

Insight: Adding a quiet eating corner or staggered lunch timings could make the space more enjoyable.

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