Reception Areas | Week 6

I chose to look at two different reception areas. The first one is less desirable than the second one.
Both reception areas use neutral colors, a variety of shapes, visually interesting materials and wall shapes, and unique lighting. They differ by the geometry of the shapes used, the types of materials used, location of seating, orientation of seating, shape of desk, and much more.
The second reception is more desirable for multiple reasons. The orientation of the seating is more desirable as it is open to the corridor, welcoming people. The corridor is more than wide enough for people to walk through comfortably. The use of shapes on the carpeting design leads the eye down the hall, without being over powering or distasteful.
The first reception area is very busy. From the pattern on the accent wall, to the shapes of the lights, to the craziness of the floor covering, it is all too much. There is adequate seating but the orientation of the sofas closes of the seating from both the corridor and the reception desk. There is not secondary corridor passing room between the chair and the reception desk as well.
To become a better presentation, a designer might consider changing a few things about the first reception area. A few possibilities for change are: fewer textures, a less bold lighting statement, and changed orientation of the sofas and chairs. I would also suggest that measurements are taken of the walkways in the first reception area and change them accordingly.