The plans illustrate the transformations that have taken place in the ground floor of a particular building, from 1958 to the present day. It is evident that at first, the area used to be more of a formal place with some offices; however, in the present day it is more of a casual place for people to visit. Another striking detail is that, a kitchen remained the same in all years despite the changes.
From 1958 to 1984, the ground floor of the building used to be an office that contained seven rooms, most of them being used for formal purposes. Once people entered, they could see a small reception area on their right, while on their left there used to be a toilet. After toilet, on the left, people could see secretary’s office next to assistant’s office, which were opposite to a large office of the manager. At the back on the left corner we can see a meeting room that is facing a medium-sized kitchen.
From 1985 to 2000, the area was redesigned and rezoned for residential use with two bedroom that cover the area where reception and manager’s office used to be located. The toilet was expanded and transformed to a big bathroom with a shower, while the meeting room was converted into a large living room. Kitchen, on the other hand, remained in its position without any changes in size and purpose.
Now, it has been redesigned to a florist’s store. Open areas have been expanded and been decorated or filled with flowers. At the entrance, on the left, we now can see a play area, which is facing flowers next to the office. Moreover, the room on the left corner, which served as a living room, repurposed as a place where people can purchase gift cards. Conversely, the kitchen has not undergone any changes, staying in its initial position.