Elly Hallack Interior Architecture
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Contents Double Take Writers Retreat
Writing retreat for a screenwriting duo PG. 4-13
NEXT Steelcase
Office design for NEXT Architecture firm PG. 14-21
Conceptual Modeling
3D model making to build conceptual ideas PG. 22
Community Center
Community center for Refugees in Chicago PG. 23-27
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Pavilion design based on emotion
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Technical Skills
Construction documents and resume PG. 30-31
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Albany Park Library BUILDING ELEVATIONS
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27 Nov 2023 Elly Hallack
Date Drawn By T/FIRST FLOOR 0' - 0"
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Double Take: A Writers Retreat Detail Studio Professor: Tim Cozzens
This project tasked me with diving into a material and exploring the minute details of my design. I dove into the world of concrete and used it to my advantage in my project. All drawings are hand drafted to scale and edited digitally.
Trace paper scroll used for all drawings during semester long project.
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The Site • • • •
Residents live in house on property Barn and grain storage Prairie landscape Old U.S. 41 highway with minimal traffic
5332 Old U.S. 41, Williamsport, IN
Conceptual Foundation
(Process of a Script)
The life of a screenplay goes through many writing stages, requiring different things from the writers.
(Daily Rituals)
Each writer has unique habits and rituals that are fostered by the space. They are forced to share these with their writing partner.
(Conversation)
Communication makes for a stronger partnership. Conversation is encouraged in every corner of the space.
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Double Take: A Writers Retreat
After walking up the hill, residents enter through one door. Windows allow anyone inside to see who is approaching. Concrete stones surround the building, allowing grass to grow between them.
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Double Take: A Writers Retreat
The heart of the cabin: the central lounge seating. The first line of sight when entering and exiting. This layout encourages face to face conversation throughout the day.
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When facing writers block, writers can place themselves in front of the Inspiration Wall and observe the randomness of colors and symbols from the projection on the other side. It can be left blank or filled with inspirational materials.
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Double Take: A Writers Retreat
Opportunity for conversation through exterior wall between interior pantry counter and outdoor tea patio.
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Detail drawing showing functionality of pantry.
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Double Take: A Writers Retreat Mock Up I constructed a full scale mock up of the Inspiration Wall in my project. For this I built a frame to hold an acrylic sheet with engraved circles mimicking the windows. A concrete mixture was then poured in to fill the gaps and show the texture of the wall. The purpose was to show how projections interact with this design. The light seeps through windows and projects them onto the space behind it. This mock up only represents a small sections of this wall, but you can already see how powerful it will be.
This full scale model displays the functionality of the projection windows. Videos and animated graphics showing the full effect will gladly be shown upon request.
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Abstracted edit showing how the projections appear on the inside wall.
Film being projected onto exterior wall and casting images onto interior wall.
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NEXT Steelcase Corporate Studio Professor: Rebecca Midden
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For the NEXT Steelcase design competition, I was tasked with designing an office space for the brand, NEXT, creating a brand identity and basing the design around them. Given the site and spacial requirements, I created an office space that transcends the daily office experience.
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Conceptual word diagram that establishes the values and principals of the NEXT Architecture brand.
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Research based collage of Dallas sculpture, art, culture, and urban design.
Design Concept Taking inspiration from the sculptural elements throughout Dallas, this design ties the core values of NEXT with the experience of the client and employees. Sculpture acts as the binding thread, unifying clients with design in a way they can understand, and employees with the space where their creativity flourishes. Much like a sculpture garden, it invites inhabitants to explore and engage with the surroundings. Curves and angles guide the eye and body through interconnected spaces, creating a journey that transcends the ordinary routine. More than simply a workplace, this environment becomes a celebration of the city’s artistic spirit. It extends an invitation to both clients and employees, encouraging them to experience their surroundings in a way beyond mere observation.
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NEXT Steelcase
Sketch of Richard Serra’s sculpture work.
Dallas, Texas A city of sculpture that is artistic and functional. This design is inspired by the structural qualities, color and vibrancy, and explorable qualities of sculpture. Ad Astra, 2005, Mark Di Suvero
Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. Dallas, TX
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Site Location, Dallas, TX
Analysis of site building indicating visual and audible qualities.
Sketches derived from sculpture research.
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NEXT Steelcase
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Level One Floorplan
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Level One RCP
Early sketch developing forms for conference room.
A - Conference room walls blend into the seating of the cafe. The cafe is where everyone comes together.
B - Using sculptural elements and manipulating sunlight to create a lobby space that feels exciting to clients as well as employees who walk through it everyday.
Sketches of forms for reception and staircase.
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NEXT Steelcase
Initial view when exiting elevators to the right. Reception desk is defined by sculptural glass element above head.
Waiting area for guests is sat in the center of this monumental spiral staircase. The guest becomes a part of the sculpture.
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Section cut showing the main meeting room and cafe/ lounge area on the first floor. Second floor holds a private meeting space and teaching classroom.
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Conceptual Modeling Narrative Studio Professor: Rene King
A Community Center for Refugees Ravenswood, Chicago This concept originates from the stories and journeys of Refugees seeking shelter in other countries. They are constantly tossed around, hoping that others will show them an ounce of kindness. I thought of the life cycle of a rock, how it can start as a pebble, peacefully sat on a beach until its thrown out to sea in a storm. It has no choice but to follow the waves, blindly going forward. This model represents how rocks may seem unmovable, but they can also be the embodiment of balance. They are fluid but rigid, heavy but adaptable. They can float above you but you can also step inside them.
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Community Center Narrative Studio Professor: Rene King
Conceptual collage showing the movement and playfulness of rocks. Animated version available upon request.
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Community Center The Building In the heart of Ravenswood, Chicago this site is nuzzled between the Chicago River, a large empty lot, and residential homes to its South. The East side of the building offers a riverfront terrace.
Site Visit I represented my class section to document the site and report back any findings. I annotated my photographs with measurements and notes.
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Axon view of gallery space. Artwork is mounted or placed on stone columns.
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Community Center
Amphitheater
Amphitheater This staircase designates a gathering/performance space. It takes the shape of topographical curves and forms to provide a unique experience.
View of amphitheater staircase from stage.
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Perforated Metal Sheets (with printed imagery)
Perspective of “The Den”, an informal meeting space.
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Wonder Pavilion Narrative Studio Professor: Rene King
What is won·der? A feeling of surprise mingled with admiration, caused by something beautiful, unexpected, unfamiliar, or inexplicable. This pavilion feeds off of those feelings: creating an experience where users can explore every square inch. You find yourself at the center, looking all around you, and feeling at the center of the universe.
Rendering of physical foam model. Edited using AI and Photoshop.
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Axon View
Arrival
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Construction Documents 1 A7.1 14' - 7 1/4" 5' - 2 1/2" 5' - 8 1/2" 6' - 4"
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Level 3 25' - 6"
Level 3 25' - 6"
UPPER CEILING 24' - 2"
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SECOND FLOOR 12' - 6"
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T/UPPER ROOF 26' - 5"
Albany Park Library BUILDING ELEVATIONS
T/LOWER ROOF 18' - 0 1/2"
27 Nov 2023 Elly Hallack
Date Drawn By T/FIRST FLOOR 0' - 0"
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South 1/8" = 1'-0"
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A2.1
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EH Recognition
Elly Hallack
+1 760.331.7667
Interior Designer
ellyhallack@gmail.com
2025
2024
Recipient of the Future100 Award for Undergraduate Interior Designers.
_Work from Interior Architecture courses submitted for Columbia College Chicago CIDA accreditation evaluation. _Selected as a student body representative to be interviewed by CIDA Re-Accreditation team.
METROPOLIS Future100
2022-2024
Deans List Recipient
linkedin.com/in/elly-hallack-561373279
CIDA Exhibition (Council for Interior Design Accreditation)
GPA of 3.75 or higher
Education
09.2021 - 05.2025
Columbia College Chicago
BFA Interior Architecture
Chicago, IL
Experience
03.25
Massive Change Network Chicago, IL Extern
02.25 - Present
Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Material Lab Manager 06.2024 - 09.2024
The Gettys Group Chicago, IL Interiors Intern 01.23 - 05.24
Innovations in Wallcoverings Chicago, IL Showroom Intern
Involvement
2024 - Present
Interior Architecture Club Chicago, IL
2016 - 2021
Ivey Ranch Park Association Oceanside, CA Volunteer / Summer Intern
Digital Skills
Observed daily operations and discussions on creative processes. Gained insight about ongoing projects and design approaches. Received guidance on resume and portfolio development. Keeping the Interior Architecture program’s material library orderly, facilitating donations, and re-organizing the functionality of the space. Creating display boards to showcase new products. Assisted with concept development on multiple projects. Worked on sourcing and specifying furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Updated and formatted specifications/drawings based on markups. Scheduled and organized vendor presentations for the team. Assisted sales rep on library updates and meetings at firms. Updated and organized new /existing files and cataloged library of past collections. Maintained showroom inventory and ordered samples as needed. Responsible for fulfilling and shipping out sample orders. Participating in club meetings and activities. Contacting showrooms to deliver product presentations. Paired with freshman & sophomore students to mentor. _900+ Volunteer hours. Leadership position: Helped train new volunteers at orientations. _Therapeutic Riding Aide: Assisted clients with special needs during therapy horse riding lessons.
Autodesk (Revit, Enscape, CAD), Adobe Suite, Microsoft Suite, SketchUp, Bluebeam.
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