A STUDY ON COMMUNITY KITCHEN LAYOUTS TO ENHANCE WORKFLOW EFFICIENCY AND SUPPORT ACTIVITIES Case Study: Foodcycle Indonesia Community Kitchen

Abstract : Layout design is a fundamental aspect of interior design as it organizes the relationship between activities, users, and spatial facilities, particularly in public facilities with complex activity characteristics. A well-designed layout supports activity flow, user comfort, and the effectiveness of spatial experience. This study aims to examine layout design based on the relationship between activities, users, and spatial facilities through a case study of the FoodCycle facility. FoodCycle was selected due to its diverse user groups, varied activities, and the need for spatial organization that accommodates both operational functions and social interaction. This research employs a qualitative approach using design thinking and research through design, which include the stages of empathy, problem definition, ideation, design development, and evaluation. Data were collected through field observation, literature review, and analysis of user activities, needs, and spatial facilities. The results indicate that layout design based on the interrelationship between activities, users, and facilities produces a more structured, efficient, and legible spatial flow. Zoning strategies, circulation systems, and spatial relationships play an important role in supporting both primary and supporting activities. This approach also contributes to the creation of adaptive, comfortable, and user-responsive spaces, positioning layout design not merely as a physical spatial arrangement but as a strategic design approach to enhancing activity quality and user experience in public facilities.

Keywords : layout design; user activities; spatial facilities; interior design; public facilities

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