Eun Me Kwon Portfolio Condensed

Eun Me Kwon Creator + Designer

Portfolio HAY Coffee Kolaps Cote LA Bloom La Prairie Hotel

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cafe product dining furniture boutique hotel

Eun Me Kwon

Creator + Designer eunmekwon@gmail.com https://eunme-kwon.squarespace.com +16263198603

Education Art Center College of Design - Pasadena Master of Science, Environmental Design Pratt Institute - Brooklyn Bachelor of Industrial Design DIS Copenhagen - Denmark Furniture Design Summer Study Abroad

Work Experience 2020-Present 2014-2018 2017

Recognition Art Center College of Design - Pasadena Graduate Scholarship Pratt Institute - Brooklyn Graduated With Highest Honors International Merit Based Scholarship Pratt Institute President’s List x7 Pratt Institute Dean’s List x1 Industrial Design Form and Space Showcase

2020-Present

2018 2014-2018 2014-2018 2015 2016-Present

Skills

Screw Bar Inc - Seoul Design and Research

2020

SG Flexio - Seoul Product Concept Freelance

2020

Joya Studio - Brooklyn Product Fabrication Intern

2018-2019

Helen Levi Ceramics - Brooklyn Ceramic Production Intern

2017-2018

Pratt Institute - Brooklyn Woodshop Monitor Photolab Monitor

2016-2018

Software photoshop Illustrator indesign after effects premiere rhinoceros solidworks 3dsmax modo twinmotion unreal keyshot vray sketchbook pro Hardware woodworking 3d modeling slipcasting wheel throwing mold making sewing 3d printing laser cutting sketching Language Korean English

HAY COFFEE Summer Cool Winter Warmth Cafe

HAY COFFEE Branded Cafe Design LA Arts District, CA

HAY COFFEE is a cafe that allows guests to appreciate the small, hygge moments in life that will arouse a feeling of contentment, comfort, and connection in the theme of summer(cool) and winter(warmth).

Student work, for demonstration and research purposes only. Not an actual product or service of HAY.

FACADE View From Street

Approaching from E 3rd St, guests will be welcomed by large mural. They will also be intrigued by the mix and match of iridescent glass and painted brick. This combination of materials represent how HAY approaches traditional Danish design and material in fresh and playful way.

ENTRANCE Ordering Station

At the ordering station, guests will order espresso base drinks, tea, and pastries.

For those who are not staying at HAY Coffee, drinks will be given in the aluminum can.

Drinks will be made at the site and workers will seal the drinks.

FOREST Cool Warmth Forest

For ordering specialty coffee in different processes such as pour over or cold brew, guests will need to go to the other ordering station across the space. On the way there, space divider made of wax and natural wood be installed displaying HAY products that guests can also buy through QR code.

ORDERING For Special Coffee

At this station, guests are welcomed to choose different kinds of coffee beans and processes they prefer.

For guests to remember what they had ordered, small card with explanation will be given as a present for them to carry home.

WINTER WARMTH Rest Near Hearth

In Winter Warmth area, guests will be able to feel temperature warming up and relax through the hearth and choices of drinks they purchased according to their current state of warmth and coolness. Guests will be able to comfortably sit at the circular seating or on steps.

Blankets will be provided for those who want extra warmth or want to drink cold drinks but stay warm underneath the blanket.

SUMMER COOL Looking At Ocean

Actual sand will be warmed up and cooled down throughout the day for guests to feel as if they are at the beach. In this space, people can hygge in more “summer” way. Blue color in the ceiling panel will arouse feeling of looking over to the beach. By being able to look down to the Winter Warmth area, temperature cooling off experience will be enhanced.

HAY COFFEE

HAY COF

HAY COFFEE

S O CI A L M E D I A + M E N U + TO - G O CA N

Room Temperature

In Transition

Heat Sensitive

Heat Sensitive

Cold Sensitive

Cool Or Warm

Cold Sensitive

Heat Sensitive

Cold Sensitive

H AY C O A F

HAY COFFEE

PA L E T T E 01 Iridescent Glass Brick 02 Glossy Ceramic Tile 03 Plywood With Matte Lacquered Oak Veneer 04 Recycled Polyurethane Foam 05 Recycle Resin 06 Terrazzo 07 Beeswax

HAY COFFEE

08 PET Felt

HAY COFFEE

H AY C O F F E E

HAY COFFEE

SE C T I O N PE R SPE C T I V E

221 S Garey St, LA, CA 90012 / Arts District LA

Kolaps Collapsable Indoor Herb Pot

Kolaps Collapsable Herb Pot Collapsable Reusable Fun

Kolaps is designed for those who want to grow herbs at home without feeling pressured of maintenance. Made with LFGB certified platinum food grade silicone, Kolaps is dish washer safe and easy to store. With reusable pot, growing herbs has never been this easier.

You will always be ready to have frest herbs at home!

HAY CO

Kolaps

Plant Saucer For Covering When Stored

Plant saucer will be made out of the same material as Kolaps. When it is collapsed, the saucer can be used as a covering so that the dust will not get into Kolaps while stored.

Kolaps

3D modeling using modo

Kolaps

Sum er

Kolaps

Collapsable Herb Pot / Product

Designed For Restaurant’s Third Location

COTE LA Thematic Dining Design LA Arts District, CA

Concept Diagram

COTE LA is a carnivore heaven upscale dining restaurant that blends the dining experience of Korean Barbecue with the hallmark of a classic American Steakhouse with the goal of enjoying the hybrid grilling experience in a healthy and well-balanced meal.

Student work, for demonstration and research purposes only. Not an actual product or service of COTE.

FACADE TRACTION AVE

View From Street

BAR

TASTING ROOM UP

RED ROOM

ENTRANCE

RAMP UP

UP

Inspired by layers of cooking grid and charcoal from bbq grill, facade is made of floating metal structure and dark plaster finish underneath it.

ENTRANCE TRACTION AVE

View from Traction

BAR

TASTING ROOM UP

RED ROOM

ENTRANCE

RAMP UP

UP

Guests can purchase COTE products or pick up to-go boxes at the entrance. Pink volcanic rock was used for the counter. Guests can wait at the sitting area before enjoying dinner at COTE. Orange wall is from a bar, which guests can visit if they arrive earlier than their reservation time. Each guests will get welcome drink when they arrive at the entrance.

RED ROOM TRACTION AVE

View of projection wall

BAR

TASTING ROOM UP

RED ROOM

ENTRANCE

RAMP UP

UP

Guests will visit Red Room before going to their tables.

In this room, people will learn about different cuts of meat, how they are prepared, etc through projected curved wall. Through the video, guests will be able to appreciate and understand meat more in depth.

TASTING ROOM

TRACTION AVE

View of meat vault and individual grill set

BAR

TASTING ROOM UP

RED ROOM

ENTRANCE

RAMP UP

UP

Public Dining Area Tasting Room

Private Dining Area

Meat Vault

Red Room

Kitchen

Entrance

Section of Tasting Room

Tasting room is designed to be open to below. Guests from the second floor can look down and see people grilling their own tasting menu while dining at COTE. Guests will be able to choose three different cuts of meat to taste before choosing the menu. Each guests will have their own individual griddle set and they will have grilling experience with the chosen cuts of the meat.

Bar

DINING AREA View from third row

Public Dining Area

DOWN

Open To Below

Private Dining Area

Dining area accomodates different size groups. Each row of grilling tables are in different height of platforms so that each table can have more privacy while dining.

Guests sitting next to the large window will be able to see others inside tasting room.

DINING AREA View of projection mapped ceiling

Public Dining Area

DOWN

Open To Below

Private Dining Area

Projection mapped ceiling shows videos of vegetables used in COTE LA. Curved ceiling enhances the immersive experience while dining at the restaurant. Through the video guests will learn that the Korean barbecue is more than just having direct grilled meat feast- it is about having balanced meal.

HALLWAY Hallway To Private Dining Area

Public Dining Area

DOWN

Open To Below

Private Dining Area

Bright colored projection mapped floor will lead guests to their private dining rooms.

The video will make guests to feel like they are standing on top of the hot red grill and allow them to get excited as if they are at a club- it follws the mentra of COTE which is meat + booze + fire = smile.

Volcanic ash coated walls will give earthy and and raw quality similar to charcoal.

PRIVATE DINING Private Dining Room

Public Dining Area

DOWN

Open To Below

Private Dining Area

Private dining rooms are located on the right side of the second floor. They carry a theme of raw and earthy.

Rammed earth wall in different greys makes guests feel as if they are part of the charcoal used at the barbeque.

BAR TRACTION AVE

View to entrance

BAR

TASTING ROOM UP

RED ROOM

ENTRANCE

RAMP UP

UP

After the meal, guests must pass the bar to exit the building. If they would like to stay for more booze, guests can grab a table and extend their stay at COTE LA. Korean barbeque is more than just having food at a restaurant.

It’s about enjoying the entire process of preparing + eating food and drinking with the loved ones. Reflected Brass wall resembles the fire from Korean bbq grill. Glowing orange, it reminds guests of flames from their dining experience.

TABLE TOP Place Setting

Tablewares are chosen based on the raw and earthy quality of Korean bbq. Dishes are made of glazed volcanic rock and spoons. Spoons and chopsticks are made out of brass.

COTE LA

H A Y C O Y F E K o l Fa O C p

COTE LA

SE C T I O N Section Plan With Program

Public Dining Area Tasting Room

Private Dining Area

Meat Vault

Kitchen

Red Room

Entrance

Bar

H AY C O A F

COTE LA

M AT E R I A L PA L E T T E 1. Volcanic Ash Coating

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2. Black Marble 3. Corten Steel Clad 4. Satin Brass 5. Black Glossy Ceramic Tile

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6. Matte Lava Stone Tile 7. Blackened White Oak 8. Pink Volcanic Rock

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HAY CO F

COTE LA

SE C T I O N PE R SPE C T I V E

810 Traction Ave, LA, CA 90013 / Arts District LA

BLOOM Social Seating.

In Collaboration With Brooklyn Museum.

BLOOM Social Seating Design Brooklyn Museum, NY Big BLOOM: 64 x 64 x 26 in Small BLOOM: 52 x 52 x 21 in

BLOOM is an indoor lounge seating designed for public space in the Brooklyn Museum. Inspired by flower petals, the form’s geometry is rooted in nature. Using plant pot and foam cushioning it is designed to be playful and durable, allowing visitors to be comfortable and relaxed.

HAY COA

BLOOM

Drum-like Social Seating

BLOOM can also be enjoyed aurally because of its hollow seats. With its drum-like composition, BLOOM encourages a playful engagement especially among children. The seats create a deep echoing sound when tapped similar to a drum. Since BLOOM comes in two different sizes, each set makes drum-like sounds in varying pitches, promoting visitors to playfully interact with the furniture physically. BLOOM caters to the needs of people in all age groups as the furniture provides temporary, yet comfortable seating for adult visitors and playful engagement

BLOOM

for children.

H A Y C O Y F E K o l Fa O C p

BLOOM

PR OTOT YPI N G Exploded Axon

seven foams total

additional joints for stronger structure

light weight plastic plant pots

BLOOM

additional bottom structure for durability

Summe BLOOM

Social Seating For Brooklyn Museum / Brooklyn, NY

Hotel Branded Boutique Hotel

la prairie Hotel Boutique Hotel Design Santa Monica, CA

calm energy

subtle energy

active energy

full energy

Concept Diagram

A boutique hotel by La Prairie allows people to be revitalized and rejuvenated to become more energetic through relaxing experience with different energy levels.

Student work, for demonstration and research purposes only. Not an actual product or service of la prairie.

FACADE Lounge

Lobby

UP

Bar

Idaho Ave

View From Street

UP

Pool Valet Check In

RAMP UP

Guestroom Entrance To Spa

Ocean Ave

Inspired by the brand’s deep science related approach to the skincare products. To give energy differences between floor levels, bottom of upper floor windows are shaped into semi-circle, providing some view restrictions than the top floor windows.

The first floor of facade will have the calm energy and the level will rise as the floor goes higher with no restriction on views at the top floor.

la prairie Hotel BLOOM

la prairie Hotel

01. Grid

02. Pattern

03. Divide

Inspired by Swiss grid system, facade is divided in an organized way

Location of windows are determined based on the grid system

Ground floor and upper floor are divided due to amount of sunlight shining in to the building and the noise, view concerns the site have

04. Sculpt

05. Double Layer

06. Connect

Bottom of upper floor windows are shaped into semi-circle

Ground floor windows have double layers of patterned glass to have restricion on views

Metal frames connect all the elements together to show the energy difference between floor levels

PUBLIC Lounge

Idaho Ave

Public Space Lobby

UP

UP

Bar

Pool Valet Check In

RAMP UP

Guestroom Entrance To Spa

Ocean Ave

entrance

lobby

lounge

bar

Public spaces are divided into different energy levels.

Entrance has the calm energy, lobby with subtle energy, lounge with active energy, and bar with full energy. To enhance this experience, lobby is kept simple in design and bar with the most design opportunities.

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Calm energy - Entrance

Subtle energy - Lobby

Active energy - Lounge

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Full energy - Bar

PRIVATE Guest Room

Hallway to the guestroom and the entrance give calm energy experience, followed by living area with subtle energy, bed area with active energy, and bathroom with full energy. Different from the public space, guestroom’s full energy happens at the place where the most rejuvenation will happen, which is the large bathroom area.

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la prairie Hotel BLOOM

Lighting Plan For Guestroom

H A Y C O Y F E K o l Fa O C p

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Gue s t Roo m

Ele vator

Spa

L ounge B ar Entranc e To Spa C olonnad e Main Entranc e

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O c ean Av e

L obb y Pool Va le t Ida ho Ave

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Beverly Hills

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Pacific Palisades

Santa Monica

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Santa Monica Pier 405

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Marina Del Rey

Map Guide of Santa Monica

H A Y C O Y F E K o l Fa O C p

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Luxury Retail Stores 1

Promenade Street

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Santa Monica Place

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The Rodeo Collection

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Westfield Century City

Fine Dining 1

SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa

2

Forma Restaurant & Cheese Bar

3

Ocean Prime

Beauty and Wellness 1

BAO Foot Spa

2

The Now Massage Boutique

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Glamour Beauty Center

H A Y C O Y F E K o l Fa O C p

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Morning Sun Noon Sun Afternoon Sun

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Busy Car Traffic Less Car Traffic View Concern Noise Concern

Summer Solstice Equinox Winter solstice

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849 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403 / Santa Monica, CA