Week 1: Prison VS Disneyland Analysis

USA Prisons & Tokyo Disneyland Mickey's Toontown

1. Prisons are meant to be scary, powerful looking places, while Toontown is meant for fun and childlike enjoyment – how is this reflected in the lines and angles of the buildings?
2. How does the sense of scale reflect the different purposes of the prisons and Toontown?

1. The prison buildings have straight lines and perpendicular angles that produce sharp edges and corners. This gives a sense of intimidation that makes the prison look scary and powerful. The prison buildings are made up of mostly simple primitive shapes. For example, the windows are rectangular. The windows are also equally spaced out from one another, giving a sense of order and control in the prison. The Toontown buildings have curvy lines and angles that produce smooth edges and corners. This gives a sense of comfort to the buildings and makes it more approachable. The Toontown buildings are made of complex shapes which makes it look extraordinary, fun and joyful. The features of the buildings like the door and windows have different dimensions which draws in interest and fascination.
2. The purpose of the prison is to have control over the prisoners. The huge size of the prison gives the prison a sense of higher authority and power to carry out its purpose. The purpose of Toontown is to attract people especially children to visit. The small size of the Toontown buildings makes it feel more friendly and loving. Therefore, children will feel more welcomed to visit.

Prison 1

Prison 2

Toontown 1

Toontown 2

Reflection
I learned that size and shapes can be manipulated to give off different expressions and feelings. I also realized that certain objects are created to appear as what they look like for a reason.