As a designer my experience working in a senior living community has taught me how to address individuals with disabilities, I’ve developed a deep understanding on ways to accommodate their unique needs. My approach integrates creativity and practicality, focusing on creating visually appealing yet accessible and functional environments for all users. I am committed to sustainable design practices, prioritizing eco-friendly materials and energy efficient solutions, while staying up to date with modern trends. Incorporating color theory and biophilic design principles, I aim to enhance the well-being of those who interact with the space. Ultimately, my goal is to craft spaces that shape experiences and evoke emotions, ensuring they serve the needs of all users.
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Baker Residence 01
Malibu,California
Residential
Revit & Enscape Square Footage: +/- 8,253
This residence was designed for the Baker family in Los Angeles, California. The property includes 5 Bedrooms and 6 Bathrooms. Key features of the home are a main first floor office, a covered outdoor dining area, and a bar that overlooks the backyard and pool. In addition a yoga studio on the second floor that can be converted into the fifth bedroom.
Site Analysis
Ropewalk Complex 02
Charlestown Boston, Massachussets
Residential Universal Design
Revit & Autocad
Square Footage: +/- 115,906
Partner: Holly Jenkerson
This historic landmark is being redesigned as a tranquil and supportive housing facility, incorporating universal design principles. The apartments are characterized by warm, earthy tones and an open layout, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment. Large floor to ceiling windows will allow for natural light to flood the rooms.
American with Disabilitiees Act
Bedroom
Lever handles for better operation
Pathways around the bed
Thermostats, drapery wands and lamp controls
Closet door is a sliding for easy access
Bathroom
Grab bars
Walk in shower
A shower seat
Adjustable/hand-held shower heads
Floating sink
No thresholds
Kitchen
Countertops are 34” for wheelchair access
Sink allows for knee clearance
Appliances are reachable & wall mounted
Pull out shelves
Soft push to open cabinets
Toe kick
Controls
Adjustable lighting
Temperature controlled remote
Automatic curtain openers
Marble accents:
Evokes feelings of sophistication and calmness. The use of soft greys,whites, and beige used in marble, promotes tranquility and serenity. Locally sourced marble from Colonial Marble Company right outside of Charleston reduces the carbon footprint associated with transportation.
Wood Flooring:
Highly sustainable floor due to high abundance in Northern America. There are many FSC- Certified forests providing oak woods. Tesoro Woods in Boston not only supports local sourcing, reducing carbon footprint associated with transportation, but also holds several third-party certifications including Floorscore, U.S. Green building council membership, Leed certification. The SCS certification meets the VOC emissions requirements of the California Section 01350 standard. Wood flooring helps with acoutical barriers in the space as well as naturalness creating warmth to the space.
Design Color:
The selected paint color is Pendula Green from ECOS Paint. Green was selected for a calming and soothing statement color taking into account color theory creating a mental and physically alleviating space. This paint is non toxic, conforms to ASTM-D4236. Zero VOC conforming to CDPH 01350 as well as no Polyurethane odor; conforms to ASTM E544 & ASTM MNL 13.
Cameron Residence
Long Island, New York
Residential
Construction & Millwork Documents
Square footage: +/- 360
This project was completed in construction documents and each element was hand selected and designed to create the Cameron Residence media room.
Reflected Ceiling Plan Floor Plan
South Wall Elevation
West Wall Elevation
North Wall Elevation
East Wall Elevation
Detail: Shelving Side Support
Detail: Shelving Rear Bracket
Detail: Rear Corner of Shelving
Front Section Verticle Section
Landor Offices
San Diego, California
Workplace Corporate Design
Revit & Enscape
Square Footage: +/- 8,026
The new Landor facility, located in Pacific Beach, San Diego, features a design inspired by postmodernism. The designer emphasized the creation of various activity rooms to offer employees a range of workspace options, allowing them to choose the environment that best suits their needs. These workspaces include bar seating, booth seating, private or collaborative work spaces and private pods. Acoustical barriers and biophilic elements are used effectively to divide work spaces, supporting both loud and quiet zones. This setup fosters a sense of freedom and trust, enabling employees to select their ideal workspace. As a result, there has been an increase in productivity and collaboration among staff.
Meeting Room
Coffee Space
Room
Sustainability
The newly constructed building prioritizes sustainability, with a strong emphasis on promoting recycling throughout the facility. Given the dry, arid climate of the locations, natural ventilation has been incorporated to enhance energy efficiency, reduce costs, improve indoor air quality, and contribute to overall sustainability. Features such as ventilation shafts and exterior overhangs help regulate temperature and moisture, improving air circulation and quality while lowering carbon emissions. Additionally, the use of energy efficient fixtures, appliances, and water saving technologies further supports the building’s commitment to sustainability.
with Disabilitiees Act
Approach & Entrance:
Lighting:
Paths:
Signage:
Acoustics:
Furniture:
All accessible entrances have signs indicating the location of the nearest accessible entrance
All doors are equipped with automatic doors or handles which provide easy access
Maintain adequate lighting levels throughout the space to avoid glare.
No obstruction for smooth navigation
All signage includes text Contrast, raised and braille mounted outside each room.
Manage noise levels by incorporating sound-absorbing materials such as the baffles on the ceiling.
Height Adjustable: Opt for height-adjustable desks and workstations to accommodate users of varying heights.
Clear Knee Space: Provide adequate knee space under tables and desks for wheelchair users (minimum 27 inches high with 19 inches of knee clearance).
Primary: B-Bussiness
Incedental: A3-Assembly
05 Nightclub Fever
Phoenix, Arizona
Commercial Bar
Revit & Enscape
Square Footage: +/- 5,584
Nightclub Fever, located near Arizona State University in Phoenix, Arizona, was created to attract students and provide a social hub.
With acoustical features and diverse spaces for socializing, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re enjoying a drink or relaxing at the bar, the venue offers plenty of space to take in the lively atmosphere.
Site Analysis
Materials
Acoustical Barriers
MMT Acoustix developed a sound barrier designed for use within the walls of structures like nightclubs and noisy atmospheres. Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) is a high- density vinyl membrane engineered to block and isolate low, medium, and high frequencies. Sound Blanket MLV is flexible and easy to install on floors, walls, and ceilings, making it an ideal choice for sound isolation. When combined with a sound absorber, such as sound Insulation pad, sound blanket provides complete soundproofing.
Armstrong world industries offers INVISACOUSTICS panels with a .95 NRC sound absorption rating, providing a sleek concrete look for the bars ceiling.
