Emilie Luce Portfolio by Emilie Luce

E LEMILIE LUCE

University of Arkansas

Interior Architecture and Design

Expected Graduation - May 2025

hello !

My name is Emilie Luce and I am a fourth-year Interior Architecture + Design student, from Dallas, Texas. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor’s degree at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, and am eager to share my passions for design.

From a young age, I have had a creative mindset and admired the small details in the world around me. I found myself exploring this passion through creative drawings, art, and design classes. These activities allowed me to express myself and explore my creativity within. Since discovering this passion, I’ve wanted to use these traits in my future career for a purpose greater than myself.

After studying interior architecture and design for the past three years, my passion for imaginative and innovative thinking has only grown. I have been able to refine my creativity to curate spaces that focus on functionality, cohesiveness, and attention to detail. While improving in these areas, I have developed an interest in the user experience and how designs can affect day-to-day life. My desire is to use these skills to assist clients in realizing their visions by creating user-focused spaces that improve lives.

Thank you for taking the time to look over my work,

Emilie Luce

CONTACT

EMILIE LUCE

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

EXPERIENCE

CONTACT

940-600-0911

CONTACT

luceemiliea@gmail.com

940-600-0911

luceemiliea@gmail.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eluce @emlucedesigns

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eluce

@emlucedesigns

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

Teaching Assistant

January 2025 - Present

in May - August 2024

Teaching Assistant

University of Arkansas

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Interior

in May - August 2024

EDUCATION

Architecture & Design

Bachelor of Interior

Architecture & Design

University of Arkansas - Fay

University of Arkansas - Fay Jones School of Architecture & Design

August 2021 - May 2025

Jones School of Architecture & Design

GPA: 3.8

August 2021 - May 2025

University of ArkansasFay Jones School of Architecture & Design

GPA: 3.8

Honors Courses

August 2021 - May 2025

IARD 2823H - Honors

Honors Courses

GPA: 3.8

Interior Design Materials

IARD 2823H - Honors

IARD 2883H - Honors

Honors Courses

History of Interior Design

Interior Design Materials

IARD 2883H - Honors

IARD 2823H - Honors

History of Interior Design

Interior Design Materials

University of ArkansasStudy Abroad Rome Center

University of Arkansas -

IARD 2883H - Honors

May - June 2023

Study Abroad Rome Center

History of Interior Design

May - June 2023

Study Abroad Courses:

Design Tours

ACHIEVEMENTS

Fayetteville, AR

Course assisting for History of Interior Design class at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. Assisting professor through lessons and grading, helping students with assignments and study sessions, and ensuring students are learning material

HOK Interiors Intern

January 2025 - Present December 2023 - Present

Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum

Steelcase Next Design Competition

Submission Finalist - 2023

2023

INVOLVEMENT

Dallas, TX

Interned with HOK Interiors team, participated in government, healthcare, and sports/recreation projects, created space plans, construction documents, furniture packages, material boards, and schedules, communicated with vendors, and toured furniture and material showrooms

December 2023 - Present

ASID Membership Chair

University of Arkansas Student Chapter

ASID Membership Chair

Student Chapter

Fayetteville, AR

Chi Omega Psi

Interior Design Mentor

99 Balloons Organization

Volunteer Member

Community Against Cancer

Habitat for Humanity

Volunteer

Beautiful Lives Boutique

Serving ASID student chapter by encouraging participation, accounting for all active memberships, planning events and meetings, communicating ASID opportunities to Fay Jones student body, and assisting fellow officers

July 2022, January 2023

Modern & Contemporary Rome

Study Abroad Courses: Design Tours

University of ArkansasStudy Abroad Rome Center

Modern & Contemporary Rome

May - June 2023

SKILLS

Study Abroad Courses:

SKILLS

Design Tours

REVIT

Modern & Contemporary Rome

ENSCAPE

REVIT

RHINO

ENSCAPE

RHINO

ADOBE SUITE

ILLUSTRATOR

PHOTOSHOP

ILLUSTRATOR

INDESIGN

PHOTOSHOP

VIRTUAL

July 2022, January 2023

Shadowing

Interiors By Inspirations

Interiors By Inspirations Dallas, TX Fayetteville, AR

Dallas, TX

Fayetteville, AR Dallas, TX

Volunteer

SKILLS

REVIT

ENSCAPE

RHINO

ADOBE SUITE

ILLUSTRATOR

PHOTOSHOP

Shadowed designer for client visit, interviewed client, developed preliminary space planning ideas and finishes, and organized client notes

Attended Dallas Market with designer, observed process of wholesale market and selecting furniture, lighting, and materials

INVOLVEMENT

INDESIGN

VIRTUAL REALITY

MODEL MAKING

SPACE PLANNING

CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS

Chancellor’s List: Spring

Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society: 2024

Dean’s List: Fall 2021 - Spring 2024

01 Next Design Office

Dallas, Texas

Workplace Design

Third Year Fall 2023

Individual Work

Softwares - Revit, Enscape, Adobe Suite

T he Next office is an architecture and design workplace project located in Dallas, Texas. This third floor office was designed for 46 employees that desired a younger perspective on workplace design, bridging the gap between in-person and remote working, integrating digital and physical work together, and encouraging community throughout the office. Through these needs, came the design concept of “ideation to creation” which stems from the actual process of design. “Ideation to creation” embodies the process of developing ideas and bringing them to reality. This concept was chosen to allow Next employees to feel inspired and motivated to generate design ideas and bring them to life. The design concept was integrated into every decision regarding space planning, programming, built-elements, furniture selections, and bright material palettes. The user needs were prioritized throughout the office to incorporate flexibility and amenities that could mold with Next. The concept and overall design of this office provided a space for Next to create innovative design, collaborate with one another, and ultimately find resolution and success within the company.

culture of dallas

built environment inside to out perspective

Project + Site Research

2601 VICTORY AVENUE, DALLAS, TEXAS, 75201

PROJECT GOALS

NEXT desires a focus on the wellness and mental health of its employees, as opposed to a previous primary focus on production.

NEXT needs a design that adapts to the gap between remote and in-person workers and finds a happy balance between these working styles.

NEXT wants a fresh and young perspective on what office design should incorporate that varies from their previous offices.

NEXT places a large focus on inclusivity and ensuring that their office will be adaptable to all the many needs of its users.

VICTORY STATION THE LOCALE HOTEL

AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER

KATY TRAIL

Concept-Driven Design

IDEATION CREATION

“Ideation to Creation” is the concept chosen for the design of the Next office. This concept indicates the intentions of designing a user-focused space for the purpose of bringing ideas into creation. This concept was derived from the focus of three main principles: collaboration, innovation, and resolution. These principles indicate the values of Next and the process of design from beginning to end. The “ideation” process represents the beginning steps of the design phase from brainstorming and precedent studies, to developing a strong preliminary design. The “creation” part of the concept represents the later steps of the design process and bringing the ideas to life. The “ideation to creation” concept allows for an innovative workplace that not only meets the needs of Next but enables them to successfully bring their designs t o life in a new way.

COLLABORATION INNOVATION

RESOLUTION

Floor Plans

LEGEND

Ceiling Plans

FINELITE CIRCULAR PENDANT

FINELITE HP2 PENDANT

FINELITE RECESSED CAN LIGHT

TECH LIGHTING MINA PENDANT

STEELCASE DECORATIVE PENDANT LIGHT

TECH LIGHTING ORBEL PENDANT

CUSTOM PENDANT LIGHT

TECH LIGHTING AKOVA PENDANT

FINELITE RECESSED LIGHT

Main Level Reflected Ceiling Plan

CUSTOM PENDANT LIGHT

FINELITE RECESSED CAN LIGHT

TECH LIGHTING SURFACE MOUNTED LIGHT

TECH LIGHTING AKOVA PENDANT

FINELITE HP2 PENDANT

TOM DIXON PENDANT TECH LIGHTING AKOVA PENDANT

LIGHT

TOM DIXON PENDANT

STEELCASE DECORATIVE PENDANT LIGHT

STEELCASE PENDANT LIGHT

TECH LIGHTING MINA PENDANT

Flexible Space Design

NIGHT-TIME WORK PARTY

DESGINING FOR USER NEEDS

This mezzanine was designed to offer complete flexibility to Next. The first iteration shows the day time function with a separated work cafe and training classroom. The second iteration shows a night-time variation allowing for employees to open up the north side of the mezzanine to accommodate for a larger meeting or work event. This mezzanine is able to serve many other functions such as a larger classroom or workshops, with the help of movable furniture pieces and an open design.

Material Board

COMMUNAL WORK CAFE

The design of this cafe focused on catering to the various needs of its users. Featuring two sides separated by a centralized meeting room, the communal area (pictured above) offers an open layout for employees to eat and converse while the private side includes individual seating for working while eating. This dual-sided design allows for efficient use of the space and flexibility for the needs of this office.

Workcafe Axon

Workcafe Elevation 1/4’’ = 1’ - 0”

Vicaarbe Anchored Table

Steelcase Coalesse LessThanFive Chair

Steelcase Coalesse Marian 152 Stool

Blu Dot Table

Coalesse Lounge Chair

Design Director Office

This office is designed for a Next design director who leads their department design projects and works closely with their teams and studio directors. The office is located in the west “ideation” side of the building with access to workstations, director offices, and resource areas.

Managing Director Office

This office is designed for the Next managing director who oversees office productions, meets with clients, and helps all other departments. The office is located in the east “creation” side of the building, with close adjacency to the reception for client access, meeting spaces, and the sustainability director who has similar tasks.

Studio Director Office

This office is designed for a Next studio director who is responsible for staffing projects and ensuring they run smoothly.This office is located in the west “ideation” side of the building with close proximity to workstations and other offices for communication between departments and access to resources.

Design Intentions

This archive room houses all previous projects, precedent studies, and study models, for employees to use as inspiration for new projects. This space represents the beginning point of the ideation to creation process as ideas start to come to fruition.

Early Concept Model

The centralized tree with arches and surrounding seating serves as a focal point in the space that represents the ideation to creation concept. With the tree representing the outside built environment the surrounding bench and

Studio Director Office

Study Model Display

Work Surface

Table Saw

3D Printer

Laser Cutter

02 STEM Education Library

Fayetteville, Arkansas

Commercial/Education Design

Third Year Spring 2024

Individual Work

Software - Revit, Enscape, Adobe Suite

THE HUB

T his project involved turning an on-campus building in Fayettevillle, AR into a STEM education librar y. Unlike traditional libraries, this space focuses on creating an inventory of educational items for the community to reuse. The main goals for this library were to create a learning environment, unite the Fayetteville community, spark an interest for STEM, and encourage the act of reuse. The overall concept for this design was “mindful connection” which represents the potential to unite a community through interactive learning. In the early stages of this project, thorough research was done in all client groups, geography of the area, and surrounding site. Over five study models were completed in addition to numerous space plans to help orient the program of this library. Science, technology, engineering, and math collections were the main focus of the space to help invite guests to interact with the library’s inventory. A large focus was also placed on the outdoor landscape of the library to draw in the community and offer an interactive learning environment. In addition, custom shelving/built-ins, signage, and materiality were all carefully selected to bring together this user-focused education library.

95,230

Fields of Study

Client + Site Research

29,222

[Fayetteville Community]

The library will strive to unite the community among families, friends, and all of Fayetteville’s diverse backgrounds. With the city’s rapid expansion, this library will be a vital piece of Fayetteville’s future.

[Fayetteville Student Population]

The student population of Fayetteville will play a large role in the design of the STEM library. The library will focus on inclusion of various learning levels, fields of study, and unique education needs.

Surrounding Site Map

analyzing surrounding businesses to take note of the amenities clients will have nearby

locating nearby schools to analyze walking distances and studying student demographics

studying the sun path to help space planning/programming to avoid harsh light and heat

constructing the topographic landscape to help design the outdoor site of the library

Concept Forming

[Mindful connection represents the overall concept for this library and represents the potential for STEM to unite people through learning and engagement. Within this library, mindful connection is implemented through collection spaces, designated labs for experiementation, group study spaces, workshops, and interactive learning spaces. By opening up to the community and providing access to the benefits of STEM, connections can be made by bringing users’ mind to places they did not know they could reach. creating a learning environment uniting the community sparking a passion for STEM encouraging the act of reuse

DESIGN GOALS

Space Planning

Check In/Out STEM Labs

Storage/Systems

Retail

Check In/Out

Check In/Out STEM Labs

Labs

Storage/Systems

Restrooms/Nursing Room

Study/Learnings Areas

Study/Learning Areas

Circulation Zones

Restrooms/Nursing Room

Admin/Volunteer Staff

Study/Learnings Areas

Circulation Zones

Admin/Volunteer Staff

This conceptual space plan highlights the process of zoning to ensure mindful connection was provoked throughout the space. Programming was placed from west to east sides of the building to help guests in terms of way finding and circulating the library in a practical manner.

Preliminary Space Design Sketches

Circulation Space Planning Diagram

Floor Plans

ENTRANCE/CHECK OUT

HOSPITALITY CAFE

RETAIL SHOP

FLEXIBLE WORKSHOP AREA

ADMINISTRATION

ENTRANCE/CHECK

The entrance/reception area is the main welcoming point and first impression of the STEM library. There are 2 main entrance doors located on the west and south side of the building allowing access from the street or outdoor learning area. The focal point of this entry is the custom reception desk. This piece was designed to best fit the circulation of the space and assist guests from multiple angles. The desk features varying heights to accomodate accessibility needs as well as cove lighting to add an ambience to the space. To the right, a physical model and construction plan drawing can be seen that aided in the design process and decision making of this millwork piece.

FLEXIBLE WORKSHOP SPACE

BUILT-IN SEATING ELEVATION

LIBRARY

INVENTORY

S cience Collection

TECHNOLOGY COLLECTION

Technology Collection Engineering Collection M ath Collection

OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE AXONOMETRIC

WEST ENTRANCE EXTERIOR

This outdoor landscape is a main attraction point of the STEM library. It is located right off West Avenue and just before Dickson Street where it is surrounded by lively restaurants and shops. Featured, is an outdoor amphitheater for community events and speakers, interactive learning elements, outdoor seating and swings, and bike storage. Additionally the building was modifed to incorporate a large skylight and window louvers to combat the harsh south-facing sun. Creating outdoor interaction was an important way to achieve community outreach.

OUTDOOR MATERIAL BOARD

LONGITUDINAL SECTION PERSPECTIVE

03 Senior Living Center

Paderborn, Germany

Hospitality Design

Second Year Spring 2023

Individual Work

Software - Revit, Adobe Suite

New Haven Living

With this 100,000 square foot adaptive reuse project, New Haven

Living center was created. This historical monastery located in Paderborn, Germany was converted into an active adult living facility catered towards clients 55 and above. New Haven offers a new season of life for residents to enjoy relaxation, community, and contentment. The building features residential suites, a restaurant, bar and cafe, game room, pool, fitness center, library, performance space, rooftop garden, and courtyard. The programming design was fixated on encouraging community and togetherness. Focal points such as the courtyard, restaurant, and reception area create innovative spaces for socializing and interacting within the Paderborn community. This project strives to break the stigma of typical facilities, by offering a contemporary environment for residents to enjoy their finer years and indulge in what brings them joy.

Design Concept + Programming Project Design Concept

Building + Programming Diagrams

RECEPTION ENTRANCE

Incorporating semi-outdoor spaces was focal throughout this project. The existing building included many apertures that were taken advantage of to connect residents to the outside. The reception area included many curved elements to emphasize the concept of community between residents. Surrounding the top of the reception area is a dome-shaped glass roof. This piece gave a hierarchy to the reception, allowed for a vertical connection between all levels, and cultivated a unique experience upon entrance to the building.

Reception Axonometric

Site Model

With community as a driving factor throughout this project, the communal courtyard is where this idea fully came to fruition. This existing aperture became the central spot between all residence suites after programming was selected. To create a community space that would draw residents out of their suites, the courtyard was partially infilled to include multi-level common spaces. This design feature was integral to making New Haven Living an interactive community connected to the outside world.

Haworth Orla Armchair TechLighting Pendant

Haworth Janus Sofa

Haworth Mex-Hi Tables

SECOND-LEVEL RESTAURANT

Restaurant Performance Area

Rooftop Garden

Single-User Design

The main focuses were connectivity and brightness. Through an open floor plan users can easily circulate between the private bedroom and living area. Materials and furnishings create a

keeping natural light within the space. Clerestory windows allow light to travel into the entry spaces, while material selections such as woods, blues, and greens promote a tranquil environment.

Single Unit Plan + Elevation

04 Technical Drawings

Construction and Detailed Drawings

2023 - 2024

Individual Work

Software - Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator

Accessibility Floor Plan

Accessibility Elevations

Accessibility construction documents are vital to creating a universal design and ensure that the proposed designs match human scale, codes, and proper circulation.

Door Details

Analyzing the construction of interior elements supports the design process by expanding knowledge of functionality, scale of components within the interior, and increasing the sustainability and accuracy of design decisions.

05 Creative Works

Renderings, Hand Drawings, and Other Works

2020 - 2023

Individual Work

Software - Revit, Enscape, Rhino, Adobe Suite

Renderings

Photoshop, Revit, Enscape

Creative Hand Drawings

Chair Sketches

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