Survey Results

The aim of the survey I conducted was to find out what the public preferences are for a community
centre in their local area. I surveyed 10 people, their ages ranging from 11 to (roughly) 75 in
Davidsons Mains and Barnton.

Question 1.

Which Eco-Friendly Materials would you like to be used in the

constrution of the building?

Wool insulated bricks

Recycled plastic
Recycled glass
Grass crete
Timber (renewable source)
Bamboo

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Question 2.

Which ecological energy devices would you like to be used?

12
10
8
6
4
2
0
Solar panels Cavity wall Roof insulation Mini wind Water Natural light Other
insulation turbine harvesting

Question 3:

Would you like the building to be open plan, multiple rooms, or a bit of
both?

38% 37%

25%

Open plan Multiple rooms An open are with several smaller rooms
Question 4: What would you like the community centre to be used for?

Use Number of Votes

Place for people to get together (all ages) 6
Community education/ courses/ Lectures 4
Meetings 3
Dance/Exersise classes 3
Parties 2
Sports 2
Youth groups scouts, guides etc. 2
Toddler groups 2
Functions 2
Workshops/ arts and crafts 2
Reception area 1
Kitchen 1
Caf 1
Dog training 1
Holiday clubs 1
Former pupil reunions 1
Fayres 1
Library 1
Small concerts 1
Community education/ courses/ Lectures 1
Community Choir 1
Films 1
Outdoor Exercise 1
Place for pupils to eat lunch 1
Growing vegetables 1

Question 5: What specifications do you have for the building?

Number of
Specification votes
Accessible 4
Modern 4
Airy/ natural light 3
Eco friendly 3
All one level 1
Pitched roof 1
Minimalist 1
Pet Friendly 1
blends into environment 1
Grass roof 1
Colourful 1
Circular 1
High ceiling 1
Welcoming 1
Royal High style (iron gates) 1