Entry Level Interior Design Portfolio

Interior Design Portfolio

Entry Level

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Through time studying interior design at Texas State University, four different studio classes were primarily focused on in order to understand the important design strategies and phases of design better. Studio 1 covering residential, studio 2 covering commercial design, studio 3 with workplace design, and lastly studio 4 was focused on research and healthcare design.

Studio 1

Studio 2Studio 3Studio 4

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Studio 1: Joyner Kitchen and Bath

Project Analysis

During this project, a renovation on an existing home in Austin, Texas was conducted for the Joyner family with a primary focus on the design of the kitchen and master bathroom of the home.

Concept

The design is based on Andy Warhol's "Flowers." This art represents the era of modern art which is the basis of what the clients are looking for in design. The artwork has a sense of vibrancy and energy which fits the client's goal of entertaining guests in the lounge and kitchen areas. The flowers in the piece for in with the organic design of the homes layout to give a more open floor plan rather than closing it off.

Studio 1: Joyner Kitchen and Bath

Studio 1:WeeHouse Project

Project Analysis

For this project, we were paired into groups of 2 to design three seperate units curated out of recycled shipping containers to create a modular home. The first unit (tasked to my partner Kimberly Cochrane) houses four members of the family, and the second unit housing Mrs Manthy, an elder woman who experienced visual impairments and bad mobility.

Concept and Materiality

The design for the Cortez-Manthey residence is based on the contrasting calmness and chaos of the Stokes waterfall in San Marcos, TX.

Unit 2: Upper Entance Level

Unit 2: Lower Entance Level

Unit 2: Living Room

John Stokes Waterfall

Unit 2: Section Cut

Studio 2

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Commercial Interior Design

Studio 2: Historic Resturaunt

Project Analysis

During studio 2, we focused on one project throughout the semester which was a renovation of an existing historical building known as the Walter Brennan House in downtown Austin's historic district. We were tasked with designing a non-profit restaurant aimed with a pay-what-you-can model to accomodate people experiencing food insecurities.

Concept

The concept for this restaurant is inspired by Claude Monet's (translated) "The Artist's Garden." The history of the painting and Impressionism is inspiration in maintaining the history of the building while also bringing new modern to the building. When painting buildings, Claude Monet is not one to focus a lot on the building itself. Being able to bring the surrounding environment inside comfortably is how the concept will be implemented. Monet’s paintings and the project site were created around similar times. Monet defied traditional art by creating more modern pieces. He focused on painting outside subjects like his garden.

Studio 2: Historic Resturaunt

Materiality

Main Dining Room

Studio 3

Workplace Interior Design

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Studio 3: NEXT Office Design

Project Analysis

During this project, we were set to design an office space for a company called NEXT, A leading global robot consumer company based in Rhode Island, looking to expand to Boston for their new Research and Development Hub. This space was designed to create a more inviting hybrid workspace taking in design considerations after COVID-19 and how to better the workplace environment overall.

Concept

The Cosmic web is the structure in our universe that connects all the astronomical features through gravity and dark matter. The Cosmic Web strives off the many different elements and clusters that have all formed as one powerful super cluster of galaxies and galactic objects. This provides inspiration to the NEXT office design because similarly to an office environment, being able to communicate and collaborate effectively is necessary for a successful company. Creating a comfortable space where people feel productive and confident in their work.

Studio 3: NEXT Office Design

Reception

Home Office

Private Offices (3)

Retail Mock-Up

Alternative Work Spaces (5)

Dedicated Team Spaces (4)

Workstations (48)

Work Cafe

Phone Rooms (4)

Resource Room

Wellness Room

Product Storage

Inclusive Design Lab

Large Meeting Room

Project Room (2)

Mothers Room 2nd Tenant (NIC)

Building Core (NIC)

Materiality

Studio 3: NEXT Office Design

Reception

Large Meeting Room

Work Stations

Reception Section

CALENDER

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Studio 4: Regional Healthcare Center

Project Analysis

During the final studio we worked in teams of two to develop a design for a healthcare center directed to those experiencing mental health issues in the age range of 17-22. This center would be used as an in-patient, out-patient, and wellness center. With an existing shell provided to us, we decided to design our healthcare facility in Austin, Texas, as it is one of America's fastest growing city and also considering through research that Texas is struggling when it comes to providing proper mental health help for people.

Concept

The Regional Healthcare facility will use nature through design to help promote a positive mental and behavioral health growth through the idea of the Lotus. The lotus is a symbol across the world representing purity, overcoming adversity, and rebirth. With positive meanings in nature, it represents a journey from darkness and pain, represented by the muddy pond in which it starts to grow, to the light and wisdom seen in the perfect flower that sits above the water. The Lotus goes through a life cycle of emerging and growth which mimics patients daily routine of starting their day and participating in different therapies. Cafe

Studio 4: Regional Healthcare Center

Nurse Station

Patient Lounge

Materiality