Carolina Brannon Final Senior Portfolio

CARLYBRANNON

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

“THE PURPOSE OF ARCHITECTURE IS TO EVOKE EMOTION AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE RICHNESS AND DIVERSITY OF HUMAN EXPERIENCE.”

- FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT

They say we spend about 90% of our lives indoors. Whether it be in elementary school or the workforce, the built environment impacts our lives in ways that we are only just beginning to understand. As the design world continues to evolve in ways that expand our knowledge and emphasis on well-being, sustainability, and our impact on future generations, it becomes ever more clear that we as designers need to be stewards of our people, our planet, and our buildings.

As an individual, I have seen and felt the effects of the built environment As an emerging designer, I have developed a deep love for and desire to understand just how the built environment plays this role. I believe that with every new discovery and heightened sense of responsibility to promote and protect the health, safety, and welfare of people, planet, and place, the interior design industry will continue to maintain its impact on the human experience.

CARLY BRANNON

EDUCATION

BFA in Interior Design

Anderson University, SC

2020-2024, GPA: 3.855

Dean’s List 2020-present

SKILLS

Autodesk® Revit® 2024

Autodesk® AutoCAD® 2024

Autodesk® AutoCAD®

Architecture 2024

Trimble SketchUp Pro 2024

Enscape Rendering Software

Adobe® Photoshop® 2024

Hand Drafting

Hand Rendering

FF&E Selection

Evidence-Based Design

Construction Documentation

Collaboration

Written and Oral Communication

INVOLVEMENT

Member of ASID Student Chapter 2020-2024

Treasurer of ASID Student Chapter 2022-2023

President of ASID Student Chapter 2023-2024

EXPERIENCE

Beauty Advisor/Operations Associate

Sephora USA - June 2021-present

Worked in retail environment to promote sales, complete display and graphic updates, process shipments, organize stockroom, and process cash and card transactions

Interior Design Intern

Cheryl Smith Associates - May-July 2023

Worked with designers and clients to make FF&E selections, drafted plans based on field measurements in Autodesk® AutoCAD®, created presentation boards, and participated in client meetings and site visits

REFERENCES

Anne Martin, IDEC, Assoc. IIDA, Allied ASID

Anderson University, SC School of Interior Design, Dean and Associate Professor

amartin@andersonuniversity.edu 864.231.2053

David Greer, AIA, LEED AP BD+C

Anderson University, SC School of Interior Design Professor

dgreer@andersonuniversity.edu 864.328.1463

Cheryl Smith, NCIDQ

Cheryl Smith Associates, Primary Designer

cheryl@cherylsmithassociates.com 828.329.0989

Nest Veteran Wellness and Community Center

Heritage City Club

Musée Montessori de Bordeaux

Solace Student Respite Center

Steelcase NEXT Robotics Office French

COMMERCIAL DESIGN

Autodesk® Revit® 2024

Enscape Rendering Software

Construction Documentation

FF&E Selection

Space Planning

DESIGN CONCEPT

Branding Design

Presentation Boards

Code Compliancy Research

Designing for veterans is a task that mandates intentionality behind design decisions as many veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and physical disabilities that require triggers and accessibility to be considered in the design of a space, as these factors can have a significant negative impact on how US veterans transition back into civilian life following their service Some factors to be considered when designing these spaces are PTSD triggers such as loud noises, large crowds, sharp corners, narrow hallways, etc (Nuamah et al, 2020) Alternatively, design decisions to combat these issues include easily identifiable entrances and exits, wide hallways, substantial windows for natural daylighting and access to nature, easy to comprehend wayfinding and signage methods, etc (Nuamah et al 2020)

Through the research conducted into these topics, nest veteran wellness and community center will provide d al rt rs d ns

DESIGNNEEDS

ACOUSTICS

Many veterans are triggered by loud noises and hollow-sounding spaces due to PTSD, anxiety, etc., so acoustical control is critical

SIGHTLINES

To avoid triggering hypervigilance and heightened anxiety among veterans, clear sightlines and avoiding sharp corners and hidden spaces are necessary within veteran care facilities

ACCESSIBILITY

Due to varying physical and mental disabilities that veterans experience following their service, accessibility allows the maximum number of users to benefit from the space

SUPPORTNEEDS

HOMELESSNESS/UNEMPLOYMENT

Due to stigmas, disabilities, lack of support, etc, many veterans experience homelessness and/or unemployment following their service

LOSTSENSEOFCOMMUNITY

Many veterans struggle to find the community and camaraderie they experience during their service as they transition back into civilian life

STIGMASAROUNDSPECIALIZEDCARE

Because of the stigmas surrounding mental health care and receiving professional help in general, many veterans do not feel comfortable seeking out these resources

WAITING ROOM

WELLNESS CORRIDOR

ANIMAL THERAPY CENTER

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SKILLS UTILIZED:

Autodesk® Revit® 2024

Enscape Rendering Software

Construction Documentation

FF&E Selection

Space Planning

Branding Design

Presentation Boards

Code Compliancy Research

RENDERED RCP

DESIGN CONCEPT

Named after the rich tradition and presence of Russian folk arts in Moscow, Russia, the Heritage City Club will be an homage to the history of the city. By taking inspiration from traditional gzhel ceramics and the ornate architecture and interiors of Russia’s past, Carolina Brannon Interior Design will design a reception, bar and lounge, a president’s dining room, a member’s suite to accommodate up to 4 guests, and two member’s apartments to accommodate up to 2 guests each. Within each of these spaces, we have incorporated a palette of blue, white, and gold and combined it with dark wooden accents and soft floral wallpapers reminiscent of gzhel ceramic art.

RENDERED FURNITURE PLAN

BRANDED PLACE SETTING

LOGO DEVELOPMENT

RECEPTION

BAR

MEMBER’S SUITE LIVING

LIFE SAFETY PLAN

BAR CABINETRY DETAIL

SKILLS UTILIZED:

Autodesk® Revit® 2023

Enscape Rendering Software

Space Planning

Code Compliancy Research 3

Presentation Boards

RECEPTION

Construction Documentation FF&E Selection

FIRST FLOOR FURNITURE PLAN

SECOND FLOOR FURNITURE PLAN

DESIGN CONCEPT

Musée Montessori de Bordeaux is a children’s museum located in Bordeaux, France focused on encouraging child development through the philosophy that children learn best by absorption and interactions with their environments rather than being directly taught On the first floor, the museum features a large reception and lounge area with a temporary exhibit that rotates through different topics, a cafeteria with self-service vending machines and coolers, and staff spaces that are isolated from the public spaces There are also three large galleries located on the second floor The first gallery is designed for children aged 0-9 years and features numerous playgrounds, a crafts zone, and a large Froebel block grid The second gallery is dedicated to water and sand play and features a large, custom built water table with a sand table located in the center The third gallery is for children 9-18 years and functions as a flexible resource space for older children with various technical skill stations such as first aid, art, and science, a space for computers free for their use, garden boxes for students to tend and harvest from, and multiple tables for studying and socializing with others

LOUNGE

CAFETERIA

GALLERY 1

GALLERY 2

SKILLS UTILIZED:

Autodesk® Revit® 2024

Enscape Rendering Software Collaboration

Space Planning

FF&E Selection Research

DESIGN CONCEPT

We recognize that the presence of excess stress has direct correlations with mental d physical health disorders in college udents such as Anxiety, OCD, Depression, graines, Chronic Pain, and Insomnia We lieve that design as a means of stress duction can promote healing and respite the journey to holistic health Solace ists as a space for young adults to cognize beauty in a world of hostility, llness in a world of chaos, purpose in a orld of questions, strength in the midst of eakness, and support in the midst of erwhelming circumstances In the ture of our Creator, this space employs tentional design, consideration for the hole individual, and attentive creativity

CHAPEL

CHAPEL EXTERIOR

WATER FEATURE ELEVATION

FLOOR PLAN

Create SolaceNook Listenfor SolaceNook

SeekSolace Nook

SolaceChapel

BRANDING DESIGN

CREATE NOOK

LISTEN NOOK

NOOK FLOOR PLAN

NOOK ISOMETRIC VIEW

S T E E L C A S E

SKILLS UTILIZED:

Trimble SketchUp Pro 2022

Enscape Rendering Software

Presentation Boards

RECEPTION

Space Planning

FF&E Selection

Branding Design

SCHEMATIC

SPACE PLANNING

DESIGN CONCEPT

NEXT is a home robotics company that sets themselves apart from competitors by holding to these core values: Human-Centered; Purpose Driven; Foster Connections; Act with Integrity and Excellence; Be Authentic; Be You; and Think Big and Be the Next. Based on these core values, the goal for this design was to create an office space for NEXT that promotes community, collaboration, creativity, and productivity. The design features a variety of workstation layouts to suit individual needs, a WorkCafé with informal collaborative as well as private seating arrangements and the flexibility to become a large meeting space, and unenclosed team rooms that function as a space for formal team meetings as well as informal, drop-in meetings. Throughout the researching process for this design, the psychologies of anthropometrics, color, and lighting were dominant themes. These factors were addressed in the design by using ergonomically designed Steelcase furnishings, a complementary color scheme of blue and orange shades to promote a balance of relaxation and productivity, and various lighting selections to create interest and provide appropriate lighting functions throughout the NEXT office. The NEXT branding has also been incorporated throughout the space to create a truly unique office space for their company.

WORKCAFE

RESIDENTIAL DESIGN

SKILLS UTILIZED:

Autodesk® AutoCAD® 2022

Presentation Boards

Hand Rendering

DEMOLITION PLANS

Space Planning

FF&E Selection Research

CUSTOM CASEWORK ELEVATION

DESIGN CONCEPT

The goal of this project is to create a Universally Designed bungalow located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the Kindel family, who specifically need their space to be able to age-in-place with their mother. By creating an ADA-compliant space that draws inspiration from the historic French Eclectic architectural style, accessibility, sustainability, and usability will be emphasized and paired with a timeless design that features warm neutrals and blue accents throughout.

FINAL RENDERED PLANS

OFFICE/DEN

PRODUCT DESIGN

Autodesk® Revit® 2023

Enscape Rendering Software FF&E Selection

DESIGN CONCEPT

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Product Development

Branding Design Presentation Boards

heiwa

3D VIEW

“EACH PART, EACH BUILDING, AND EACH PERSON IN THE END IS SHAPED BY THE OTHER. IT IS THIS INTERACTION BETWEEN THINGS, PEOPLE, AND BUILDINGS THAT HAS THE PROFOUNDEST IMPACT ON THE WELL-BEING OF ALL.”

- CHRISTOPHER ALEXANDER