Abby Brief:  This deployable structure is a small foldable device designed to provide a small escape from open spaces while remaining comfortable. This is tailored to cling to the back of a couch and surround the user with thin but concealing fabric. This device allows users to detach themselves from their environment and isolate themselves completely and comfortably.

The purpose of this project was to create a structure designed to give users a mental break with a deployable and transportable model. In locations where there may not be a space or a place to take a pause in their day, Escape is the perfect solution. This project is made up of wooden frames held together with wood glue and supported by triangular pieces of wood in the corners. The frames are able to move and collapse with a ratchet system that is located on the insides of the mainframe. On the ends of the mainframes are fitted wood clamps that fit the back of the couch perfectly with a little squeeze. The hope of this project is to provide a temporary space to relax and pause when this space is not originally provided.

Charlottes Brief:

Escape: A deployable structure created to make what are often overwhelming busy spaces into private areas. Designed with a compact foldable design that allows it to be easily deployed in various spaces by expanding into a makeshift hood over the top half of one’s body.

Often, when trying to do work or use an electronic in busy spaces there are many overwhelming distractions and there is not always space to separate oneself from the business happening around. The Escape Hood was designed to help combat this. The structure allows people to feel more at home in open and busy spaces. It has a foldable design that allows for easy transport, and when opened it acts as a makeshift large hood that goes over one's head. Made of wood and fabric, it creates an enclosure around one's head without making them feel too secluded or isolated from fresh air. The Escape Hood was created for those who enjoy spending time with the people around them while providing an enclosed space if anything becomes overwhelming.