NEBULA

Project Summary

The purpose of this project was to design a bookshelf to be placed in the library, serving as an eye-catching and aesthetic support ideal for the books of young children. 

Why did you do this project?

The goal was to create a fun and exclusive space that would draw their attention to reading.

How did you make your project or solve this problem?

To build the shelf, I first made a hand-drawn design of what I wanted it to be, then refined it until I found a shape that fit together. I first cut a prototype of the rabbit out of cardboard, then moved on to cutting it in wood, and finally painted it.

What did you find out?

After building the shelf, many found it attractive, including young people. I focused on finding a character that was popular among children and also well-known among teenagers, so I chose the figure of Miffy the rabbit, a character widely recognized in Japan.

Why do your results matter?

The project shows that modifying our environment can go beyond aesthetics—it can also serve as a psychological method to help us focus more on our goals. By creating an appealing space, there is greater interest and motivation.

What could you do next?

To improve, I could make the shelf larger, add more designs, or include other features that encourage reading itself. I might also try new interactive mechanics, such as options that involve games or playful activities.

References

The idea of using this character mainly came from social media videos, where many aesthetics featuring this rabbit appeared. Its popularity, cuteness, and the fact that it is a children’s character from Japan made it essential, especially since the school is Japanese-Paraguayan.

I want to thank my teacher Celeste for being there to help me when I felt stuck, and also D for helping me organize my ideas when my mind was overanalyzing.