The Tranquil Pod
Third year project | Spring 2022
a private, personal escape from the busy world
The Tranquil Pod is an exterior wall-mounted room that attaches to any standard window, creating a private personal space perfect for escaping a noisy house or just enjoying the view.
Living in small spaces with multiple people has its own set of struggles. The Tranquil Pod helps make the most out of the interior space you have by giving you more of it in an unobtrusive way.
Busy living areas in small homes can be overwhelming.
It’s easy to climb into the Tranquil Pod with the step seat and handles.
Inside the Pod is a private space with noise dampening curtains along the entrance.
Installation
The pod replaces an existing window frame on both sides.
There are structural pieces that fit into the window opening and screw into the foundation of the house to help keep the pod anchored to the building.
The walls are made of smart glass which can be turned frosted or clear on command.
The inside of the pod contains a power strip that is wired back into the house and heavy felt curtains help add privacy and sound dampening from the rest of the house.
The interior frame of the pod acts as both as step to make entering the pod easy as well as a seat for people on the inside of the building. The table and other small items can be stored in this step.