CONCEPT

The Woman

She is subtle yet bold, delicate but strong, she’s so and warm, she comes in di erent shapes, colors and textures

Materials

Goal Of The Design

A space that allows for collaboration and learning, but also fun.A space that embodies what a woman is.Light and airy, subtle yet bold, delicate yet strong.

Mood Board

Subtle & bold, smooth & textured, delicate but strong

Location

Existing Conditions

Building Information

•Original Architect: Victor Gruen

•Original Construction: 1950s

•Original purpose - Quebedeaux Chevrolet o ce and automobile showroom when it rst opened. e Grand Avenue along which streets and buiildings are arranged

•Adapted into e PaperHeart Gallery by Scott Sanders in 2000, until 2007.

• ere was a re in 2021.

Taking inspiration from the Grand Avenue, the main beam of the structure became the ‘Grand Avenue’ about which spaces were arranged

Legend

1.Reception

2. Waiting Area

3.Gallery

4.Meeting Room

5.Private o ce

6. Event Mockup

7.Work Space

8.Colab zone

9.Relaxation Space

10.Kitchenette

11.Restrooms

12.Design Studio

13.Multi-purpose Space

Upon entrance into the facilty, the reception and waiting area are the rst point of contact. e area has a wavy ceiling installation with cascading lights, an inspiration from wedding ceiling installations. e reception wall is a beautiful arched onyx piece accentuated with gold frames and lights e waiting area is furnished with so blush seats and gold frame co ee tables. A screen of bamboo potted plants separates the area from the circulation path.

Beyond the waiting area is a gallery with displays of past events.

A space to rejuvenate .

Along The Grand

Skylights above that bring in natural light reminiscent of the sky. Terrazo ooring to mimick an asphalt nish of the avenue. e bamboo, a reminder of the trees along the street.

Colaboration Zone

Office Space

Acoustical considerations; carpet as oor nish, gypsum ceiling.

Task lighting

Large windows for natural light and views

Design Studio

Making of Hand-made event design accessories; invitations, menus, etc