

McGUIRE
DESIGNING WITH A PURPOSE FOR A PURPOSE
WELCOME
HI, I’M AIDAN McGUIRE, A RECENT GRADUATE FROM IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY WITH A B.F.A. IN INTERIOR DESIGN. I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN THE BAY AREA, CALIFORNIA, SURROUNDED BY THE STUNNING ARCHITECTURE OF SAN FRANCISCO, THE SILICON VALLEY, AND THE COAST. MY PASSION FOR DESIGN STARTED AT A YOUNG AGE WHEN I STARTED COLLECTING SAMPLES OF WOOD, TILE, AND PAINT TO CREATE MY OWN MATERIALS LIBRARY. THROUGH THE WIDE VARIETY OF DESIGN PROJECTS I COMPLETED AT IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, MY KNOWLEDGE OF DESIGN GREW FROM MY PASSION FOR COMMERCIAL DESIGN.








SKILLS
SCHEMATIC DESIGN, DESIGN DEVELOPMENT, & CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
COMMERCIAL VENDORS & MANUFACTURERS KNOWLEDGE
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION KNOWLEDGE
MATERIALS & FINISHES KNOWLEDGE
LEADERSHIP & TEAMWORK SKILLS
RENDERING
SOFTWARE
REVIT
ENSCAPE
AUTOCAD
SKETCHUP
PHOTOSHOP
INDESIGN
ILLUSTRATOR
MICROSOFT OFFICE
LUMION
ULTIMAKER
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
EDUCATION
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
AUGUST 2020 - 2024
CIDA CERTIFIED PROGRAM
BACHELORS OF FINE ARTS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
DEAN’S LIST FALL 2020 - 2024
SUMMA CUM LAUDE
DESIGN SCHOOL STUDY ABROAD IN ROME, ITALY FALL 2022
EXPERIENCE
JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN
IA INTERIOR ARCHITECTS
MAY 2023 - AUGUST 2023
WORKED AS A JUNIOR DESIGNER ON AN NDA WORKPLACE PROJECT. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDED FINISH FLOOR PLANS, FURNITURE FLOOR PLANS, FINISH SCHEDULE, REVIT ASSISTANCE, MATERIAL BOARDS, OFFICE GRAPHICS, PRESENTATIONS TO CLIENT, AND A PRO BONO PROJECT.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
AMES LABORATORY SUMMER 2022
RECORDING AND BUDGETING EMPLOYEE SALARY AND RESEARCH PROJECTS IN EXCEL SPREADSHEET. OVERVIEW OF PROJECT WORK ORDERS AND PURCHASE ORDERS.
RECORDING EMPLOYEE TRAVEL PER-DIEM RATES.
EXTRACURRICULARS
IDSA - INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT ASSOCIATION FALL 2021, SPRING 2022, FALL 2023
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SAYLOR CREEK
MEDICAL CENTER
PAGES: 6-11

GREEN PLAZA
ASSISTED LIVING
PAGES: 12-17

PARKS LIBRARY RENOVATION
PAGES: 18-29

BURBERRY SHOPIN-SHOP
PAGES: 30-35


SAYLOR CREEK MEDICAL CENTER
IN THIS MICRO-HOSPITAL, THE FEELING OF COMFORT COMES FROM THE NATURALISTIC ELEMENTS AND EASY WAYFINDING. DAYLIGHTING AND THE BUILDING’S CONNECTION WITH NATURE WILL CREATES A SERENE ATMOSPHERE FOR PATIENTS AND STAFF ALIKE. A SECURE ENVIRONMENT FOR PATIENTS IS CREATED THROUGH THEIR AVAILABLE CHOICES THROUGHOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE.
PROJECT INFORMATION
LOCATION: ANKENY, IA
PROJECT TYPE: NEW BUILD
TEAM: AMELIA ALLAWAY, LAUREN KETTNER, & PROFIT ENEH
INSPIRATION



PRELIMINARY DESIGN








DESIGN
FEATURES
A. DEPARTMENT ZONING ON DIRECTORY
B. FRONT DESK ZONING THROUGH FLOOR MATERIALS
C. LIGHTING GRADIENT CHANGE FROM LOBBY INTO EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
D. VARIETY OF SEATING FOR INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS
MAIN LOBBY

LDRP PATIENT ROOM
DESIGN FEATURES
A. STAFF ZONING THROUGH FLOOR MATERIAL AND FINISHES
B. COUCH THAT CONVERTS INTO A BED
C. CUSTOM HEADWALL WITH PUSH CABINETS FOR MEDICAL ATTACHMENTS AND BUILT-IN LIGHTING FOR PATIENT USE
D. ADJUSTABLE OVERHEAD LIGHTS FOR DELIVERY
E. WALL AND CORNER PROTECTION
F. AMBIENT LIGHTING



DESIGN FEATURES
A. MILK REFRIGERATOR AND STORAGE
B. SPLASH GUARD
C. OPEN GLOVE STORAGE FOR EASY ACCESS
D. SLANTED CABINET TOPS FOR DUST COLLECTION PREVENTION
E. DELIVERY CART STORAGE
F. MINI-FRIDGE FOR PATIENT USE





DESIGN FEATURES
A. STAFF ZONING THROUGH FLOOR MATERIAL CHANGE
B. ETCHED SOLID GLASS DOOR
C. LOCKABLE CABINET FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
D. CHOICE OF SEATING OPTIONS FOR PATIENT
E. OPEN GLOVE STORAGE FOR EASY ACCESS
F. UNDERLIT CABINETS FOR VISIBILITY
CLINIC PATIENT ROOM

SITE & FLOOR PLANS




GREEN PLAZA ASSISTED LIVING
TAILORED SPACE TO SUIT THE NEEDS OF SENIORS IN ASSISTED LIVING WITH A FOCUS ON INCREASING SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT THROUGH A WELCOMING AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. THIS PROJECT INCORPORATES ACCESSIBLE AND ADAPTABLE DESIGN SOLUTIONS TO FOSTER A SENSE OF COMMUNITY AMONGST ITS RESIDENTS AND STAFF. THE SPACE INCLUDES AN ABUNDANCE OF NATURAL ELEMENTS TO PROMOTE MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH. ELEMENTS THAT ALLUDE TO A NEIGHBORHOOD HELP RESIDENTS FEEL COMFORTABLE AND AT HOME.
PROJECT INFORMATION
LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL
PROJECT TYPE: INTERIOR DEMOLITION & RENOVATION
TEAM: ALYSSA JAMES, SOPHIE WHEELER, & SIERRA KOZLOWSKI
INSPIRATION

PRELIMINARY DESIGN






DESIGN FEATURES
A. UNDERLIT LIGHTING ON BASE AND TOP CABINETS
B. GLASS CABINETS FOR VISIBILITY
C. D-PULL HARDWARE FOR EASY LEVERAGE
D. SLIDING DRAWERS TO AVOID RESIDENTS BENDING DOWN
RESIDENT

LIBRARY
THE LIBRARY IS SPLIT INTO A READING AND WORK/MEETING SECTION.
CUSTOM CASEWORK IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SHELVING FOR BOOKS, READING NOOKS, AND DESKS.
RESIDENTS ARE ABLE TO ENJOY THIS SPACE WITH THEIR FAMILY, MEET FOR A BOOK CLUB, OR DO INDEPENDENT WORK.
INSPIRATION












DESIGN FEATURES
A. LOW CARPET PILE HEIGHT FOR WHEELCHAIRS AND/OR WALKERS
B. ADA TURNING RADIUS
C. WHEELS ON MOVABLE CHAIRS
D. AMPLE LIGHTING
E. SEATING WITH ARMRESTS TO HELP USERS STAND UP
F. CUSTOM BOOK DISPLAY TO SHOW NEW RELEASES
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
THREE 1BED/1BATH LAYOUTS
ONE 2BED/2BATH LAYOUT




PARKS LIBRARY RENOVATION
THE RENOVATION OF IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY’S PARKS LIBRARY DISPLAYS THE IDEA OF BEING CONNECTED, YET SEPARATE, THROUGH THE DIVISION OF DIFFERENT SPACES. THERE ARE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN HUMAN AND ENVIRONMENT, AS WELL AS HUMAN AND HUMAN. INDIVIDUALS ARE CONNECTED TO THEIR SURROUNDINGS THROUGH A VARIETY OF INDIVIDUAL AND COLLABORATIVE ZONES.
PROJECT INFORMATION
LOCATION: AMES, IA
PROJECT TYPE: INTERIOR DEMOLITION & RENOVATION
TEAM: MORGAN REIGELUTH, ANA KINGERY, & AVA TANNER
PRELIMINARY DESIGN



INSPIRATION











INDIVIDUAL & SMALL GROUP SEATING
DESIGN FEATURES
A. ACOUSTIC CONTROL
B. TASK LIGHTING
C. SINGLE, DUO, & QUAD SEATING
D. CUSTOM BUILT SEATING BY WINDOW FOR SCENERY
E. CARPET PATTERN CHANGE FROM OTHER ZONES





CUSTOM SEATING
INDIVIDUAL & DUO SEATING
DESIGN FEATURES
A. CUBBY FOR BACKPACK WITH CHARGING PORT
B. SHELF BEHIND SEAT FOR STORAGE
C. SEPARATION FROM OTHER USERS FOR PRIVACY
D. TASK LIGHTING



DESIGN FEATURES
A. SEPARATION FROM OTHER GROUPS FOR PRIVACY
B. ACOUSTIC CONTROL
C. VISIBILITY INTO ROOMS FOR VACANCY
D. LOUNGE SEATING
E. CARPET COLOR CHANGE FOR ZONING

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS







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CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS CONT.
GLAZING DETAIL
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SPECIFICATION BOOK EXAMPLE
PROJECT NAME: Parks Library Renovation
ITEM #: CT-01
DESCRIPTION: Carpet Tile
AREA: Main Area
DATE: 05/01/23
REVISED:
REV. #:
MANUFACTURER: Name: Interface or approved equal Address: 1280 West Peachtree St. NW Atlanta, GA, 30309
Phone: (800) 336-0225
Fax: n/a
Contact: https://www.interface.com/US/en-US/more-frominterface/contact-us.html
Contact E-mail: https://www.interface.com/US/en-US/more-frominterface/contact-us.html
DESCRIPTION: Carpet Tile
DESIGN: Aquatint
COLORS: 107559 Graphite
YARN CONTENT: 100% Recycled Content Nylon
CONSTRUCTION: Tufted Cut & Loop
DYE METHOD: 100% Solution Dyed
GUAGE: 1/10”
TOTAL WEIGHT: 25.00 oz/yd^2
BACKING: GlasBac
NOTES: Strike off must be submitted to Designer for approval prior to fabrication and installation. Quantity and dimensions to be field verified by carpet installer prior to purchase, fabrication and installation. Manufacturer must provide certification from the carpet and Rug institute’s green label program.
CODE REQUIREMENTS:Must pass all federal, state and local flammability code requirements, including methenamine pill test, flooring radiant panel, ASTM test method E-648, average critical radiant flux greater than .45 watts/sq.cm. for NFPA Life Safety Code Class 1.
LEAD TIME: (Exact date to be confirmed at time of order
FOB:
LOCATION: QUANTITY: PER GC
UNIT COST: $ per sq yd
TOTAL COST: N/A
CARPET CT-01PROJECT NAME: Parks Library Renovation
ITEM #: CT-01
PROJECT NAME: Parks Library Renovation
DATE: 05/01/23
REVISED:
REV. #:
DATE: 05/01/23
REVISED: ITEM #: CT-01
DESCRIPTION: Carpet Tile
AREA: Main Area
DESCRIPTION: Carpet Tile
AREA: Main Area
REV. #:

Image is for reference only and is not intended to represent color, texture or scale.
Image is for reference only and is not intended to represent color, texture or scale.
BURBERRY SHOP-IN-SHOP
THIS SHOP-IN-SHOP IS DESIGNED FOR THE LUXURY BRAND BURBERRY. THE SPACE REPRESENTS THE TIMELESSNESS OF THE BRAND, AS WELL AS EMPHASIZING THEIR CLASSY AND LAVISH PRODUCT LINES. THIS BURBERRY STORE FEATURES CLASSIC ELEMENTS OF PRECEDENT STORES, ALONG WITH AN UPDATED COLOR PALETTE AND MATERIALITY TO WELCOME IN A YOUNGER AUDIENCE. BY INTEGRATING NEW AND TRADITIONAL DESIGN ELEMENTS, THE SHOP-IN-SHOP CREATES A MODERN SPACE TO DISPLAY THE ICONIC BURBERRY BRAND.
PROJECT INFORMATION
LOCATION: ROME, ITALY
PROJECT TYPE: RENOVATION
TEAM: SOPHIE WHEELER
PRELIMINARY DESIGN






INSPIRATION











DESIGN FEATURES
A. CUSTOM ZINC INLAY WOOD FLOORS
B. TRANSPARENT GLASS MONOGRAM FEATURE
C. ZIG-ZAG RACK TO STAGGER CLOTHING ITEMS
D. ZINC FEATURES
E. PERFUME STAND TO HIDE REGISTER
F. GOLD FEATURES TO IMITATE ROMAN HISTORY
FRONT ENTRY




SECTION 2 SECTION 3

SPECIAL FEATURES

THIS GLASS FEATURE PARTITION IS INSPIRED BY THE NEW BURBERRY MONOGRAM. BY RE-IMAGINING THE COLORFUL MONOGRAM AS A MONOTONE PATTERN, THE GLASS ELEMENT BECOMES A TRANSPARENT WINDOW IN THE STORE.


THIS WOODEN SQUARE TILE FLOORING HAS ZINC INLAYS TO MIRROR THE ZINC USED THROUGHOUT THE STORE AND DISPLAY ELEMENTS.

FURNITURE DESIGN
IN NEED OF A CUSTOM TABLE FOR A WALL DISPLAY IN MY HOUSE, I DESIGNED AND CRAFTED THIS TABLE. MADE OUT OF SOLID WALNUT, IT WAS IMPORTANT TO SHOW OFF THE WOODS’ NATURAL GRAIN AND BEAUTY. THE TABLE IS TOPPED WITH A HERRINGBONE TILE PATTERN AND A SURROUNDING BOARDER. IN THIS SIX WEEK LONG PROJECT, I PRACTICED DIFFERENT MILLWORK TECHNIQUES AND TILE LAYING.
PROJECT INFORMATION
DURATION: 6 WEEKS
MATERIAL TYPE: WALNUT, POPLAR, PLYWOOD, & CERAMIC TILE
SKILLS USED: WOOD WORKING, TILE LAYING, CONSTRUCTION PLANS
INSPIRATION




CONSTRUCTION PLANS

CRAFTSMANSHIP



DESIGN FEATURES
• 60” X 15”
• SOLID WALNUT
• WOODEN DRAWER SLIDES
• TAPERED LEGS
• WATERFALL DRAWER FACES
• TILE CUT CUSTOM TO SIZE
NORTH KITCHEN ELEVATION


WEST KITCHEN ELEVATION

ELECTRICAL FLOOR PLAN


KITCHEN CABINET SECTION

KITCHEN HAND
INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO
I HAVE ENJOYED SEEING MY DESIGN SKILLS DEVELOP OVER THE YEARS AND I AM EXCITED TO CONTINUE TO SEE THEM GROW.