Cara Nicoll
Interior & Environmental Design BDes (Hons)
'Quay' to Eden - The re-imagination of Camperdown Dock as a dedicated gateway to the Eden Project whilst also being a welcome mat for Dundee's cruise terminus.
About
The ‘Quay to Eden’ Rejuvenation Project aims to transform Dundee’s historic waterfront into a dynamic destination for tourists and locals alike. With a focus on linking the iconic Camperdown Dock to the world-renowned Eden Project and enhancing accessibility for cruise ship passengers, this innovative design project will create a stunning welcome mat for visitors arriving in Dundee. With a combination of cutting-edge design and sustainable development, Elevating Dundee’s waterfront to new heights of beauty, functionality, and environmental responsibility.
![Conceptual Overview Render. A building is in the middle of the design with pathways connecting from the left and right. The building is shaped line a circle with a rectangle intersecting half way.](http://cdn-acquia.dundee.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/student_work_desktop_1440w/public/2023-05/cara-nicoll-feature.jpg?itok=EegacxKi)
Site analysis drawings
![Map drawings from above for the building design.](http://cdn-acquia.dundee.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/student_work_desktop_1440w/public/2023-05/cara-nicoll-image1.jpg?itok=d1tt4NIc)
Geometrical analysis drawings taken from the map of Dundee's City Quay.
![Site sketch model analysis. 3D model of the building design.](http://cdn-acquia.dundee.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/student_work_desktop_1440w/public/2023-05/cara-nicoll-image2.jpg?itok=86ltYXB-)
Taking my previous drawings 3D by creating a sketch model to represent different spatial thoughts to provoke design ideas.
Main Reception Interior Render
![Conceptual visual of reception area, highlighting the indoor cylindrical greenhouse with light shining through. A spiral staircase wrapping around the greenhouse leading up to the café. Indoor plants hanging from red interior beams.](http://cdn-acquia.dundee.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/student_work_desktop_1440w/public/2023-05/Cara%20Nicoll.jpg?itok=16VlxOCr)
Conceptual render of the main reception highlighting the indoor greenhouse.