Eltham Leisure Centre Visual Story

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Arrival at Eltham Leisure Centre

Right wing of the Eltham Leisure Centre is made of glass and rusty metal cladding. The front area of the right wing of the main entrance has significant shading to protect cars and guests during parking. Arrow signs on the road pointing to where guests could park is also visible.
Left side of the Eltham Leisure Centre portion shows a magnificent architectural design which is a combination of wavy, grey metal and glass. The building's glass facade reflects the tall gum trees and blue sky, creating a nature-reserve experience.
In front of Eltham Leisure Centre is well-shaded parking, surrounded by tall gum trees with dense foliage, protecting cars and people from the heat of the Sun. A speed bump sign is also placed to warn drivers while parking
A staircase with a metal handle to guide people while entering the main entrance of Eltham Leisure Centre. The percolated roof, brick wall, and colourful chairs provide adequate shade for the waiting area at the entrance door.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping
  2. Vehicles starting
  3. Vehicles moving past
  4. Crunching gravel
  5. Rustling leaves
Smell

Smells

  1. Nature
  2. Trees
  3. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
  4. External weather conditions
Touch

Feel

  1. Anticipation
  2. Physical movement
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Changing floor surface
  5. Humidity (seasonal)
Sight

Sight

  1. Vehicles arriving & leaving
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Towering trees
  4. Walking padestrians
  5. Contrasting colours

Entry at Eltham Leisure Centre

The heartwarming smiles of the receptionists wearing blue uniforms at the main reception desk and turnstile gates will immediately welcome you inside the Eltham Leisure Centre. Above them is a signboard saying, “Welcome to Eltham Leisure Centre.”
Directly opposite the receiving front desk is a Cafe with a seating area for you to chill and relax and a small retail area showcasing swimming attire of different colors and designs perfect for kids.
At the right side of the seating area is a trash bin and a ramp heading towards the restroom. The restroom is noticeable by its vibrant orange painting on the walls as well as the elegant paintings displayed near its passageway.
The seating area of the Café in Eltham Leisure Centre is filled with orange and black chairs and tables and a medium size TV mounted on the wall. The café and reception desk is partitioned by timber
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Music
  2. People talking
  3. Beeping equipment
  4. Phone ringing
  5. Café sounds
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (light)
  2. Coffee aroma
  3. Cooking food aroma
  4. Controlled air environment
  5. Sanitising products
Touch

Feel

  1. Personal proximity
  2. Human interaction anxiety
  3. Controlled environment
  4. Change in temperature
  5. Change in floor surface
Sight

Sight

  1. People queueing
  2. Fluro Lighting
  3. Contrasting colours
  4. Retail items
  5. Reception desk

Aquatic Centre at Eltham Leisure Centre

At the entrance of the Aquatic Centre at Eltham Leisure Centre is an 8-lane, 25-meter pool. The 8-lane is separated by red, white, and blue balloons, and the pool is well-lit by natural lighting passing through the ceiling.
The walls at the end of the 8-lane, 25-meter pool are made of white, blue, and grey tiles, which allude to the feeling of water, sea, or ocean. A string of blue and white flags is placed vertically across the pool.
Within each lane of the 8-lane, 25-meter pool are diving platforms labelled from 1 to 8. However, a no-diving sign was put on top of each diving platform.
Surrounding the starting line of the 8-lane, the 25-meter pool is a 1.4-meter elevation with different sign boards laid at the top of it to inform guests what lanes are for the public, slow lanes, and more. The left side of the pool has a staircase and a ramp.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Splashing water
  2. Running water
  3. Excited people
  4. Safety instructions
  5. People talking & laughing
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (medium)
  2. Wet clothes
  3. Controlled air environment
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Soaps & toiletries (bathroom)
Touch

Feel

  1. Wet & being splashed
  2. Increased heart rate
  3. Increased body temperature
  4. Shared personal space
Sight

Sight

  1. Splashing water
  2. People swimming
  3. Excited people
  4. Bright lighting
  5. Skylights

Gymnasium at Eltham Leisure Centre

A timber desk and turnstile gates at the entrance of the Gymnasium at Eltham Leisure Centre. The gymnasium has glass walls that entice you with different pieces of equipment available for you to try.
A disinfection certificate is mounted at the left side of the main entrance door of the Gymnasium at Eltham Leisure Centre. Several treadmills are lined directly at the main entrance.
Left side of the entrance is the locker and a lot of gym machines for workouts. Hitting up a conversation with another guest is possible due to the closeness of the machines.
Lag pulldown, leg press, cable bars, hanging leg raise, and more are the gym equipment at the Gymnasium in Eltham Leisure Centre. The black, white, and yellow theme of the place makes the Gymnasium feel elegant.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Music
  2. Industrial fans
  3. People running
  4. Sudden shouting
  5. Sudden sharp noises
Smell

Smells

  1. Body odours (close proximity)
  2. Controlled environment
  3. Cleaning products
  4. Sporting ointments
  5. Deodorant
Touch

Feel

  1. Elevated heart rate
  2. Exhaustion
  3. Muscle burning sensation
  4. Air movement
  5. Body consciousness
Sight

Sight

  1. People excercising vigorously
  2. People sweating
  3. Bright lighting
  4. Sudden movements
  5. Gym equipment

Stadium at Eltham Leisure Centre

Adjacent to the dark grey reception desk at the entrance of Eltham Leisure Centre is the glass door with yellow and black safety tape. On the right side of the door is an evacuation map.
Gymnasium is divided into two courts. The first court is labeled as “Court 1” while the 2nd court is labeled “Court 2”. Separating the two courts is a net.
At the side of the two courts is a grey stadium with 4 steps that can accommodate at least 100 people. At the edge of the stadium is a metal railing that separates the audience from the players.
Lower, section of the left and right side of the stadium is a space dedicated or reserved for persons with disability. Further left is the exit door and fire extinguisher mounted on the wall near it.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Echo
  2. Sudden shouting & noises
  3. Cheering
  4. Sports whistles
  5. People running and jumping
Smell

Smells

  1. Controlled air environmnet
  2. Body odours (close proximity)
  3. Cleaning products (mild)
  4. Sporting ointments
Touch

Feel

  1. Large void emptiness
  2. Elevated heart rate
  3. Excitement
  4. Clapping
  5. Sweating
Sight

Sight

  1. Large void/space
  2. Very high ceilings
  3. Low level glare
  4. People moving quickly
  5. Timber floors

Yoga Studio at Eltham Leisure Centre

One elevator with a “lift access” sign and a single staircase at the Yoga studio in Eltham Leisure Centre. The staircase has grey metal railings and is beside the storeroom
Elevator is made of timber and silver-grey metal and is equipped with Up, Down, and Stop buttons indicated by the red circle in the middle.
Outside the yoga studio are wood and metal benches, healthy plants, white cabinets, and trash bins. The interior color is white and grey carpet tiles.
A well-ventilated yoga studio with glass walls, grey and blue rectangular carpet tiles, and wooden platforms for handheld during yoga practice. The front wall is painted grey while the ceilings are purely white.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Low level music
  2. Low level talking
  3. Directional instructions
  4. Café sounds (distant)
Smell

Smells

  1. Body odours (close proximity)
  2. Deodorants
  3. Sporting ointments
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Controlled air environment
Touch

Feel

  1. Stretching
  2. Elevated heart rate
  3. Sweating
  4. Alertness
  5. Enthusiasm
Sight

Sight

  1. Empty space
  2. Blue carpet tiles
  3. Low lighting
  4. People stretching

Child Care at Eltham Leisure Centre

White fence at the entrance Child Care Centre at Eltham Leisure Centre. Beyond the fence are toys, costumes, kids' decorations, kids' drawings and paintings, and a soft green mat to protect children during playing.
Different costumes for kids are hung in timber-made cabinets. Chairs are arranged carefully at the tables and all toys, drawings, and paintings, are well-organized.
Right side of the exit door towards the sand pit playground is a baby crib with a number of stuffed toys hanging on the sides. The crib has soft pillows and blankets with a cute cat and Barbie print on them.
A grass area near an obstacle course and a sand pit play area. The sand pit play area is covered by a large tent that provides enough shade. The venue is also surrounded by tall trees that give fresh air to your children.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Excited children
  2. Children running
  3. Sudden yelling
  4. Music
  5. Directional instructions
Smell

Smells

  1. Cleaning products
  2. Baby hygiene products
  3. Garments & fabrics
  4. Water paints & kids crafts
Touch

Feel

  1. Social anxiety
  2. Personal proximity
  3. Multiple textures e.g. paint, clay, sand
  4. Fun
  5. Changing floor surface
Sight

Sight

  1. Saftey fencing
  2. Children's furniture
  3. Children's activities
  4. Bright colours
  5. Children running
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