Layers 6: Occupancy

Once the usability study data is collected and analyzed, we update the floor plan with colors to indicate a space/data point's occupancy.  The occupancy layers are split up by type of space: workstations (cubicles, open workstations, and private offices), collaboration spaces (conference rooms, huddle rooms, informal collaboration spaces), and common spaces (everything else). 

Object Styles (Occupancy folder)

• 0%
• 1-29%
• 30-49%
• 50-59%
• 60-100%

Additional Resources

• Usability data analysis spreadsheet located in the project folder in Box

Directions

1. Open the usability data analysis spreadsheet and find the tab titled "Point Level Occupancy" or "Occupancy by point." 
   • Each data point is listed in the first column and the corresponding "Average of Occupancy" in the next column.
2. Using the Pen tool or the Rectangle tool, draw a shape that fills the room or workstation space represented by each data point.
3. Using Object Styles, update the shape to reflect the average occupancy of that point that's listed on the analysis spreadsheet.

Tip: The shapes for each data point can be added before the analysis is complete. Most points will have an occupancy between 1% and 29%. Set 1-29% as the default graphic style in the Object Styles panel and trace the rooms and workstations. Then, update the shapes to the correct occupancy style once the analysis is complete.

Tip: You can trace all of the data points onto the 6: Occupancy - Workstations + Offices layer (where the bulk of the data points usually are) and then move them to the other occupancy layers by selecting all of the shapes for same type of space, cutting (ctrl/cmd-x), selecting the layer you want to move them to, and selecting Edit > Paste in Place.