Academic Writing Task 1 Map Examples

The plans illustrate the transformation of the ground floor of a building from an office (1958-1984) to an apartment (1985-2000), and finally to a flower shop (2001-present). Overall, the building has been repurposed multiple times, adapting to different uses while retaining some structural consistency, especially the location of the kitchen.

In the initial period (1958-1984), the layout was organised as an office. It comprised a reception area near the entrance, adjacent to a toilet. To the left were the secretary’s office, assistant’s office, and a meeting room. The right side featured the manager’s office and a kitchen.

From 1985 to 2000, the space was converted into an apartment. The reception area was transformed into a living room. The meeting room and offices were replaced with two bedrooms. The kitchen remained in the same location, but the manager’s office was converted into a bathroom and shower.

Since 2001, the ground floor has been functioning as a flower shop. The layout changed significantly: the living room area turned into a gift cards section, the two bedrooms were replaced by flower display areas, and the kitchen stayed in place. The bathroom was converted into an office, and the reception area became a play area.