DESIGN PORTFOLIO
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
AMANDA PRAWITZ
AMANDA PRAWITZ
ABOUT ME
Hi, I’m Amanda. I am a fourth year student in Interior Architecture at Kansas State University. I find absolute joy in exploring the balance between form and function, and love learning all about design. To me, design is more than just arranging spaces; it’s about captivating a journey through storytelling, where every line, texture, and color choice tells the emotion and shapes the experience. Whether sketching conceptual ideas or diving into the technical aspects of design, I approach each task with excitement and dedication, always striving to push the boundaries.
amandaprawitz@gmail.com
8163943876
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-prawitz-388461192
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HURRICANE RIDGE VISITOR CENTER
HARMONY HILLS WINERY
ELEVATE BEAUTY BAR
COFFEE TABLE
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REVIT, ENSCAPE, ADOBE INDESIGN, ADOBE FRESCO, ADOBE PHOTOSHOP, ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
DESIGN STUDIO
This studio project entailed designing an advertisement office for NEXT. NEXT is a design competition created by Steelcase to challenge interior design/architecture students to image the workplace of the future. The building is located in Fulton Market, Chicago, and is around 16,000 square feet. The goal for this project is to respond to the ever-changing demands of workplace design, inclusive design principles, and incorporate many different design strategies within 16,000 square feet.
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“Legacy Inspires Innovation” blends Chicago’s rich modernist history with contemporary design and technology, creating a workspace that honors the past while looking toward the future. Inspired by the city’s industrial architecture, the design incorporates solid, enclosed spaces for focused work, using materials like exposed steel, brick, and polished concrete to evoke permanence and connect with Chicago’s iconic industrial aesthetic. In contrast, open, light-filled modular spaces reflect the innovation aspect, fostering collaboration and flexibility through features like glass partitions, natural light, and adaptable layouts. By merging historical elements with modern technology, the design creates an environment that fosters productivity, collaboration, and forward-thinking growth.
CONCEPT BREAKDOWN
LEGACY
FOCUS SOLID SHELTERED
INNOVATION
LEGACY INSPIRES INNOVATION
Legacy Inspires Innovation reimagines the past by integrating Chicago’s rich modernist historical elements with design and technology.
LEGACY INNOVATION
6TH REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
LIGHTPLANE 1 RECESSED
LIGHTPLANE 1 SUSPENDED
KUZCO LED SUSPENSION PENDANT
KUZCO LED RECESSED PIAZZA
FLOS SKYGARDEN S2 PENDANT
LECETTA COVE LIGHTING
O.T.A.
N.I.C.
7TH REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
LIGHTPLANE 1 RECESSED
LIGHTPLANE 1 SUSPENDED
KUZCO LED SUSPENSION PENDANT
KUZCO LED RECESSED PIAZZA
FLOS SKYGARDEN S2 PENDANT
LECETTA COVE LIGHTING
SECTION PERSPECTIVE WITH CONCEPTUAL CONTEXT
SECTION A - A’
SECTION B - B’
WAYFINDING
Inspired by the modernist architects that made Chicago the birthplace of modern architecture, the titles of NEXT Advertisement meeting rooms tie the project back to where it all began as well as creating a memorable experience that guides navigation.
TEAM MEETING
CLIENT
02 HURRICANE RIDGE VISITOR CENTER
RHINO, ENSCAPE, ADOBE INDESIGN, ADOBE FRESCO, ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
DESIGN STUDIO
This studio project was a five week project that entailed choosing a National Park and designing a visitor center from the ground up as well as designing the parking and landscape. The only requirements for this project were that the building needed to be 2,500 square feet and had to have an experiential space tied to Olympic National Park.
HURRICANE RIDGE VISITOR CENTER
Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center is located at Olympic National Park in Washington. In May of 2023 the original Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center was struck by lightning and burned down. This lead me to my concept of Preserve and Protect. The purpose of this rebuild is to behind the park, as well as keep the amazing views of the mountains. I did this by keeping the existing ski rental space, big open windows for views, and creating interactive spaces for people to come enjoy the history.
PRE-FIRE POST FIRE
This photo shows what the visitor’s center looked like before the tragic fire with the amazing mountain views.
MOOD BOARD
This photo shows what was left after the building got struck by lighting and burnt to the ground.
INSPIRATION SKETCH APPLIED
For this project, I wanted to create details that not only made the space more unique, but also incorporated my concept of preserve and protect by using small details from freshly groomed snow, chair lifts, and mountain tops to enhance the visitor center journey.
SECTION A-A’
SECTION B-B’
DESIGN STATION
RENTAL SERVICE
LEARNING STATION
HARMONY HILLS WINERY
RHINO, REVIT, ENSCAPE, ADOBE INDESIGN, ADOBE FRESCO, ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
DESIGN STUDIO
This studio project was a large project located near Sonoma County in California. The winery entailed creating a space for many users from visitors to wine enthusiasts. The purpose of this project was to use two different buildings and join them together in a way for people to feel comfortable and move throughout each space. There were specifications for this project such as a large outdoor area, space to have a private tasting, and an event space.
HARMONY HILLS WINERY
Blending is the action of mixing or combining things together which is how the process of blending wine works. The goal for this concept was to blend and combine the interior of the building to the exterior of the building by blending materials, textures, nature and spaces together. I did this by creating spaces to “breathe” in between other spaces and preserving by using natural materials and sustainable practices.
INSPIRE
EARTHY CALM
SOOTHING
BLENDING
The process of combining different wine varieties to create a composite that’s better than any of the wines separately on their own.
BREATHING
When a wine has the opportunity to breathe; it opens up the aromatics of the wine.
PRESERVING
Preserving wine means the wine will last for months or even years.
Harmony Hills
PARTI CONCEPT
Blending both buildings through circulation
Rectangles show breathing moments within blending
Creating moments to take in the natural environment
HARMONY HILLS SITE
FLOOR PLAN - NORTH BUILDING
REFLECTED CEILING PLAN - NORTH BUILDING
NORTH BUILDING TASTING BAR
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ELEVATE BEAUTY BAR
REVIT, ENSCAPE, ADOBE INDESIGN, ADOBE FRESCO, ADOBE PHOTOSHOP, ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
DESIGN STUDIO
This studio project entailed designing a retail space combined with an interactive space to showcase an interactive experience. Elevate Beauty Bar is in Los Angeles, California, located near Rodeo Drive. The purpose for this space is to give many people the opportunity to reach their beauty goals by walking into this space.
ELEVATE BEAUTY BAR
Embracing the concept of layers, Elevate offers a multidimensional experience that celebrates the natural glow of hair, skin, and nails. The salon’s design draws inspiration from the interplay of light and darkness, creating a harmonious contrast that highlights the beauty of each individual. Through intricate sculpting of walls and strategic use of materials, forms are carved out to reveal and enrich the space. Layering structures within the walls and ceilings contrasts solidity and airiness, creating visual intrigue. Lighting is carefully orchestrated to illuminate the various dimensions, while the interplay of colors and textures defines the space, imparting a luxurious, multi-layered ambiance.
LAYERS
NATURAL GLOW
LIGHT AND DARK
HARMONIOUS
CONTRAST
SOLIDITY AND AIRINESS
CUSTOM FURNITURE
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
AMBIENT
HAIR
FACIAL ROOM
05 COFFEE TABLE
RHINO, ENSCAPE, ADOBE INDESIGN, ADOBE FRESCO, ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
DESIGN STUDIO
This furniture project was to design a coffee table that works in many locations and in many different living styles. There were limitations for the length and width of the size coffee table, but no limitations on the height and weight.
COFFEE TABLE
The goal for this furniture piece was to create a coffee table that was sturdy, easy to rearrange, and have places to put drinks and work on. I created a very simple rectangular shape main table that was created using many pieces of cut and joined cherry wood dominoed and glued together. I then designed an addition to the table out of walnut. This piece has a live edge and is made to be able to pick up and move around depending on how the table is placed in the space. Overall, I created a table that is simple and pleasing to the eye with multiple uses for a space.
IDEATION
In this project, I wanted to create a piece that displayed details of Post Modernism furniture. I sketched many ideas, but confidently chose these two ideas as options to start testing.
FRONT VIEW
SIDE
VIEW
VIEW
VIEW
TOP
BOTTOM
PROCESS
In this process, I used the planar, joiner, and table saw to make sure the wood was straight and flat on all sides so I could glue flat. I then used many tools to glue up the pieces. Finally, I scraped and sanded the wood to a smooth finish.
The final coffee table design is shown with props that would be used on a simple coffee table in a living room. The top piece can be easily reconfigured.
amandaprawitz@gmail.com
8163943876
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-prawitz-388461192