As I sat in Starbucks, a typical thing that occurs in my daily schedule, I made observations that I had never made before. When going to Starbucks I'm either meeting teachers, working on group projects or individual homework, and/or socializing. This time my visit consisted of simply observing. My assignment was to take note of the physical environment of the Starbucks located in the IMU. The setup of this coffee shop was free and diverse. There were single tables for two or one, as well as long tables that could seat up to eight. The counter is as soon as you walk in; I'm assuming so you can get your coffee first before you being doing your work. One thing I thought was interesting was the stage and the TV. The stage is unique and is something that makes this shop so diverse. They could use this stage for performances; actually I have been to a poetry event where they did! This allows the people to not only read here but also put on a show. The TV would probably be nice for those customers that come in and don't want to read but just have a cup of joe and relax.
Overall the layout of Starbucks is definitely positioned to be flexible for its customers. It gives you options and freedom. A wonderful choice to go study, perform, relax, or socialize! I give them a thumbs up!!
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I felt the same type of environment when I was observing too. It was a very relaxed environment, with comfortable furniture and settings. The colors of the room were also relaxed. I think they created an environment to make people stay and feel at ease. The coffee shop definitely achieved this.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion it is this environment that makes it such an inviting place to go; just as you mentioned, people were completing many different tasks- studying, socializing, meeting with others, etc. I would never think to observe the coffee shop in the manner in which you did so, but your comments about the different types of seating and layout truly enhance the setting. And because there are objects like the stage and television present in the shop, the crowd is often diverse and are there to accomplish varying tasks.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the way you highlighted new observations in your everyday life. As you mentioned your daily routine usually includes a starbucks visit, however this assignment opened your eyes to the happenings around you. The "relaxation factor", if you will, put me at ease and i'm happy you felt the same :)
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