Hidalgo_2054Spring2024

Virginia Tech Interior Design Spring Portfolio 2024

ellenh04@vt.edu

Welcome!

My name is Ellen Hidalgo, I am a secound year Interior Design Student at Virginia Tech. Iive been interested in interior design at an early age. As a student dedicated to the art and science of interior design, each project within this portfolio reflects my enthusiasm for learning and my commitment to pushing the boundaries of creativity. From the inital concepts to the final execution, theses pages showcase the progession of my abilities and my evolving design senseibilities. Outside of design, I enjoy spending time with my family!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-hidalgo-2a51a0280/ 908-370-6411

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Focus Point

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Additonal Work

Aqua Liminal Case

Aqua Liminal Location-Venice Italy

Concept Statement

As the tide swells, Aqua Liminal arises. Lifting gently from the canal’s depths emerges the symbol of resilience and unwavering

unity of the city. Combining the ardent hues and harmonious design of traditional Venetian architecture, this floating sanctuary

encompasses the vibrant culture by blending the past with the future.

Project Statement

Aqua Liminal envisions an adaptive, resource-efficient sanctuary for seven to ten people amidst the canals of Venice, Italy designed to address the urgent needs of refugees displaced by the rising sea levels. It combines innovative architecture, eco-friendly materials, and community-centric features to foster well-being and harmonious integration. It is constructed using locally sourced, renewable materials such as reclaimed wood, recycled plastics, bamboo and biodegradable composites.

Inspired by traditional Venetian architecture, the sanctuary will float on the water’s surface, minimizing land use and adapting to the encroaching sea. With its interconnected geometric shapes containing adjustable panels that respond to changing sea levels, it allows it to adapt to flood conditions and remain afloat. Within the shelter, the welcoming warm hues, communal garden, and shared common areas will encourage continuous interaction between the residents and promote a sense of belonging. Aqua Liminal symbolizes Venice’s resilience, blending modern engineering with tradition and innovation.

Key Words- Architecture, Distinguished - Revival - Beauty - Futuristic - Symmetrical - Atmospheric

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Floor Plan

Axon

Drawings

Parti Collage

Focus Point Location- Austin, Texas Second Street District

Commencing our scientific odyssey to unravel the intricacies of the unseen tracing their historical emergence as catalysts for scientific advancement and unlocking the mysteries of the microscopic world. Through the cutting-edge technology the aspire to unveil the unseen, charting new frontiers beyond the realm of the visible spectrum. Beyond the confines of perception to unveil the undiscovered wonders that await in the vast expanse of reality.

Historical Content

Austin is an architectural landmark and helped to anchor the revitalization efforts in the area. Its presence encouraged further investment and development, attracting businesses, restaurants, and cultural institutions to the district.

Austin’s Second Street District is intertwined as the hub for technology and creative industries. The area is home to numerous startups, tech firms, and creative agencies, drawn by the city’s favorable business environment and its reputation as a center for innovation.

The Second Street District emerged as a focal point of this revitalization, transforming a neglected area into a dynamic urban neighborhood.

With this new innovative and engaging technology, customers are able to virtually explore products and try on clothes in lifelike environments. This immersive experience is revolutionizing retail by capitalizing on these virtual environments.

Since Second Street is the focal point of Austin the title of this project is called Focus Point since it related to the Odyssey and Clarity of unraveling the unseen.

Isometeric Drawing

Smart mirror- Projecting VR Telescopes and Microscopes

Ceiling Treatment- Holographic projector representing the universe- Holographic projector representing the universe

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Concept

Drawings

Project Statement

How might we design an innovative retail space that blends virtual and physical shopping experiences, creating a truly immersive environment?

Focus point allows customers to be able to discover our products in a new virtual environment by using the smart mirrors and by being able to by products in the store as well.

Understanding the space

First Floor- Display of telescope and microscope models

Mezz Floor- Located Upstairs ADA and gender inclusive bathrooms, storage and office space.

Smart mirror- projecting VR Telescopes and Microscopes

Concept imagery

PartI Axon Scale: 1/4”=1’-0” Cross Section Scale: 1/4”=1’-0”

Case Study

How VR is re-shaping the retail industry Virtuspace Human Behavior Color psychology and store layout are essential pillars in retail design. 62-90% of customers feel they subconsciously judge a store within 90 seconds Color amplifies the brand by 80% Store Flow Economic Retail Levels VR Predicted Market Size Year 2025 Interactive Technologies Smart mirror Smart vending machines Digital Price tags VR showroom Automated checkout

With this new innovative and engaging technology, customers are able to virtually explore products and try on clothes in lifelike environments. This immersive experience is revolutionizing retail by capitalizing on these virtual environments. Retail Typologies Department stores Chain stores Online retailing Citations .03

Group Work-Created by Ellen Hidalgo & Pia Fuentes

IKEA

Virtual Reality Showroom

Oculus VR

Oculus is a head- mounted device that allows users to interact with a 3D virtual environments Oculus Rift is placed in the IKEA store ready for unattended use that welcomes thousands of people a day. In the VR set, IKEA has its very own speaker and a high-definition 3D sound, which the room and

User Experience

The Virtual Home Experience is a recognizable visual interface and motion design with touchless interactions. With this multi-dimensional feature that has IKEA’s signature branding and product experience, it makes you feels like you’re in their realistic environment. This allows users to customize the room's interior as well as change the daylight of the room through a VR set.

IKEA’s virtual showroom floor plan With every new season, the virtual reality show room changes into a new room. Floor Plan

Weekly Skecthes

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Additional Work

First Year Foundation worK

Elevation and Section Drawings

Pictures that were taken with a pinhole camera and developed in a dark room 8x8 inches (cube), 12x12 inches (base)

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Pinhole camera

Jointed geometry and transparency Section Of Cube

Hand Drawings

Hidalgo Cafe

Location-West Broadway St, Tribecca New York

Historical Content

Growing up I’ve always been to Tribecca New York since my family lives there. Tribecca is located in lower Manhattan, it’s know for its cobblestone streets, historic buildings which turned into mulita-billion dollar lofts and it’s world famous restaurants.

Tribeca has a dense urban feel and a sparsely populated neighborhood with lots of greenery and outdoor space.

Concept Statement

“Urban

Tribecca’s syllabic abbreviation for “Triangle Below

Canal” Street, which was coined by city planners in the 1960s.

Key Words- Architecture, Neighborly, Approachable, Elegant, Dynamic, Urban, Ab-

stract, Life style

refinement, elegance,

culture awareness

associated

city living.

This coffee shop configuration illustrates the inspiration from the metropolitan life style to the historic architecture.

Sophistication” Urban Sophistication is referred to a level of

and

that is

with

As soon as you enter the Hidal-

cafe.

go Cafe not only are you seeking a glimpse of Urban Sophistication, but you will receive a warm welcome and experience of a neighborhood

best

Hidalgo Cafe is the

way to start your day!

Part T Diagram

Bubble Diagram Zoning Diagram

which turned into mulita-billion dollar lofts and it’s

Tribecca is located in lower Manhattan, it’s know for its cobblestone streets, historic buildings

world famous restaurants.

urban

populated

lots

Plan layout scale 1/4 inch = 1 foot scale

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Tribeca

has a dense

feel and a sparsely

neighborhood with

of greenery and outdoor space.

Concept imagery

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Color and SustainABLE Materials Intent

Axon

The key inspiration for this coffee shop is based on my families-owned coffee company which holds a tradition that spans generations. The company not only produces exceptional coffee, but it also contributes to the local community by providing employment opportunities and supporting sustainable farming practices. As patrons sip on a cup of our signature blend, they not only savor the exquisite taste, but they also become part of a narrative woven with the threads of my families, tradition, and the rich coffee culture of Costa Rica. Architecture, Neighborly, Approachable, Elegant, Dynamic, Urban, Abstract, Life style

Persective view of the bar Perspective view highlighting Seating and Bar Section A-a’ NTS Perspective view Cafe seating area

Wall

Section B-B’- NTS

Lamp Bar

Stool

Reclaimed Marble Papercrete

Key Words Inspiration

Timbercrete Dark Oak Wood