maria kelly giles | interior design
maria kelly giles | interior design
Phone number 651.331.0882
Permanent Address 8166 Hemingway Ave S. Cottage Grove, MN 55016
online portfolio
www.issuu.com/giles.maria
Email Address giles.maria1@yahoo.com
maria kelly giles | interior design Design Philosophy
Design should complement the fluidity of our daily lives. We need spaces to stimulate well-being, provoke liveliness and provide comfort for varying lifestyles. As designers, we can accomplish these goals by understanding client needs and striving to deliver above and beyond their expectations.
maria kelly giles | interior design table of contents Design competion-First place Farmhouse Fraternity Iowa State University State-of-the-Art Media Center Office design Pantorium Ames Iowa, Main Street MHA, Office Space Healthcare design Atria Encinitas Encinitas, California CCRC Retirement Community Retail design Jordan Creek Shopping Center West Des Moines, Iowa Chanel Boutique Institutional design Rem Koolhass Museum Resume and references
maria kelly giles | interior design Design Competion-First Place Farmhouse Fraternity Iowa State University State-of-the-Art Media Center
media center|farmhouse fraternity Student Design Competition 1st Place Design Presented April 2011 Implimented Summer 2011 Completed August 22 2011
objective
An independent study course that facilitated a team response to a design competition. The competiton focused on the transfomation of a computer room into a state-of-theart technology center. There was a focus on programming, design exploration, innovation, creative compliance with existing conditions, and visual deliverables.
previous interior layout
farmhouse fraternity
Design a technology center that maximizes function by implementing elements such as materials, finishes, and furnishings. Striving to create an aesthetically pleasing space that represents Farmhouse Fraternity while using a sleek and modern approach to impliment needed technical equipment.
concept statement and Inspiration interiors
Process sketches
farmhouse fraternity
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Not to scale
final floor plan Making space as multifunctional and purposeful as possible in a tight 15’ by 20’ space was key to the design outcome. Manipulation of the floor plan was an extensive phase in the design process.
process floor plans
process sketches
These renderings were generated for the Midterm presentation for the clients. We felt inclined to provide some rendered perspectives to depict a better sense of the space.
preliminary renderings
center
media center|farmhouse fraternity
recessed ceiling
mac sit down station
down to the studs
printing station
construction phase
pc sit down station
painting phase
farmhouse fraternity
perspective|Rendering
construction drawing of sit down station
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final stand-up station
center
final detail of crest
final pc sit-down station
media center|farmhouse fraternity
perspective|Rendering
final perspective view
The handrail was not part of the initial design. As the space was being used, we noticed the walls becoming damaged and then solved the problem by exchanging the original chair and added the protective strip
final perspective view
final detail of handrail
The HON Nucleus chair was a great selection for the clients. It provides ergonomic comfort and is also manufactured with a green practice which helps reflect the overall concept of the space.
final hon nucleus chair
farmhouse fraternity
perspective|Rendering
conceptual sketch
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center
final perspective view
final white board installation
maria kelly giles | interior design Office Design Pantorium Ames, Iowa, Main Street MHA, Office Space
office design|mental health america Objective In partners of two, the team was assigned to a client and a building space. Our location was the Pantorium located in the heart of the historic downtown area of Ames, IA. The main focus of this project was to design an adequate office interior and also earning LEED points for certification. The building design was to be as sustainable as possible. The scope of sustainablity was from green roofs to post-consumer recycled materials.
Client
Mental Health America is a non-profit company that offers a scope of services. They are advocates for the mentally disabled, have prevention, detection and treatment for substance dependentusers, educational outreach to the community, and promote social justice for those with mental or substance disabilities.
Pantorium|existing conditions
Color, material, and pattern will create harmonious chi that enhances personal light with creative and supportive energy. We used the ancient Chinese practice of feng shui as a guide throughout the project. We designed the space by taking aspects from feng shui and abstracting concepts, shapes and color theory to help stimulate the interior enviornemnt. We used the shape of the bagua for space configuration and then we used the bagua color association to color code the space accordingly.
Bagua design inspiration
concept statement and reasoning
color scheme
office design
mental health america| Our team first began by laying out a proximity chart. We wanted the space to be interactive while still respecting the privacy that the staff needed to fullfill their jobs efficiently.
proximity bubble diagram
floor plan layout ideas
conceptual layout ideas
The team’s inital presentation consisted of images that reflected aspects of fire, wind, water, earth and wood. We then generated a few inspiration sketches that helped depict what was in our minds about the general outcome of our design concept.
conceptual perspective views
office design|mental health america 3. By designing a
2. Incorporating local
1.The Finn lounge
furniture is from the Jasper Group who prides itself in producing all certified level
art from the Octagon Art Gallery, located downtown on loan, will bring a community essence to the building and add to the overall mission of MHA.
4. We created a few custom pieces using Kirei wood because of its rapid renewablity and beautiful aesthetics.
Therapy Supervisor Office
Mail Room
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living machine and bio-wall, the space will allow for better air quality and also reduce overall emission release.
Restroom
Office 1
6.We specified a chair from 9 to 5 Seating because of its high recyclable content but also its high regards to its ergonomic rating. Sustainable design has to be practical.
3. Copy/fax/work area
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Office 3
Office 4
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Zen Area
Psychologist Office
pantorium | sustainability on level 1
7. Toto USA products use 1.28 gpf
8. Specifying BrightShelf
the building can now expand natural daylighting 7 feet into the interior corridors and reduce energy.
compared to the regulare 1.6 gpf. They are an American company that can help the building decrease water consumption and waste. DN Storage
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9. DIRTT demountable
walls are a great alternative to dry wall because they are flexible and reduce project and construction waste that contributes to LEED ratings.
Office 2
Reception Area
5. Haworth’s tripoli
desking system offers great office storage and also is a BIFMA Level 2 certified product.
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Technology and Service Office
Accounts Recievable
Office Manager
Restroom
Break Area
Commons
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Conference Office
Human Resource Office
President Office
pantorium | sustainability on level 2
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office design
mental health america|
Pantorium|rendering
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pantorium| rendering of conference area
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pantorium| level 1 aerial view
office design|mental health america
2. pantorium| rendering of break area
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pantorium| level 2 aerial view
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Pantorium|rendering
office design
mental health america|
Pantorium|rendering
3. pantorium| rendering of conference area
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pantorium| level 2 aerial view
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maria kelly giles | interior design Healthcare Design Atria Encinitas Encinitas, California CCRC Retirement Community
retirement center|atria encinitas Objective
This project focused on three-dimensional spatial development. We focused on a large scale, multi-unit institutional project. This was a four person team effort working towards a completion of a CCRC community using universal design, ADA codes, and incorporating the future needs of the baby boomer population.
site
The client, Atria Encinitas, is located near the San Diego, California area. Their site includes a north and south facility. The north building is comprised of three floors and the south building is two stories high. Each building will require its own dining area, activity support areas, and living accomodations.
site aerial view In Atria , the floor plan offers multiple living options. In each room the team incorporated space for a queen sized bed, a small kitchenette with storage, ADA compliant bathrooms,and living quarters large enough to accommodate most tenants’ furniture.
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1. sample tenant room| skilled nursing
perspective|Rendering
In the skilled nursing building, the rooms do not include the kitchenettes and tend to be a little smaller in order for tenants to get around easier.
retirement center
atria encinitas|
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floor plan|redwood cafe The future baby boomer clients expect fitness facilities in addition to other technology support areas. These two areas will be trending in retirement facilities in the near future.
perspective|Rendering 3.
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We created specific areas, other than dining and large community rooms, that will provoke interaction and give the tenants a small community feel while catering to different niche hobby groups.
4. 3. recreational space
4. floor plan
community social area
retirement center|atria encinitas 1. 2.
north building |Final floor plans
1. perspective|Rendering
The concept of this project was Nature’s Luxury. We included a vast variety of color schemes ranging from warm sunsets to fields of wildflowers.
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schematic design
North building | entry
retirement center
atria encinitas|
This dining space focuses on natural lighting and plays with contrasting colors to make the space more visually appealing which is important for an aging eye.
perspective|Rendering
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The color palette for the dining area uses red as an appetite stimulator. We also designed a high contrast setting to help differentiate surfaces to ensure safety and independence.
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not to scale
North building | dining area
retirement center|artia encintas
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perspective|Rendering
south building |level 1
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4. schematic design
not to scale
North building| entry
retirement center
artia encintas|
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perspective|Rendering
not to scale
South building | dining
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not to scale
Salon material Selections
salon
perspective rendering |salon
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maria kelly giles | interior design Retail design Jordan Creek Shopping Center West Des Moines, Iowa Chanel Boutique
retail design|chanel boutique project overviw Coco Chanel was a woman of innovation. She single-handedly created the fashion ideals after WWII. She was a visionary with a dream for her niche in high fashion.Coco Chanel made her Chanel line one of the most recognized brands world-wide. We chose to implement Chanel ideals and branding into the store appearance located in Jordan Creek Mall in West Des Moines, Iowa.
coco chanel
site plan
jordan creek mall | west des moines, iowa
not to scale
concept board
existing floor plan
chanel boutique|
conceptual sketch
model| store front
process floor plan
final floor plan
not to scale
conceptual perspective views
retail design
retail design|chanel boutique As a design detail we looked we reviewed the fabrication in the Chanel clothing line. Some trends we found most traditional of the Chanel brand is its use of quilting and tweed. We used these fabrics as inspiration for the space. We included a life size quilted wall and used the tweed pattern as our display case shelving system.
Furniture selection
rendering| sitting area
perspective|Rendering
rendering| dressing room
retail design
chanel boutique|
final site model
model| clothing wall perspective
model| details
model| bird’s eye view
maria kelly giles | interior design Institutional design Rem Koolhass Museum
museum design|rem koolhass & moorish culture Objective
The ideation project consisted of a two-step process. The first part was to research an assigned architect or designer. As a group of four, we researched the methods and ideology of Rem Koolhaas. The second step was to split up into partners and research an assigned culture. My group was given the Moorish culture. The final step was to combine the two aspects and create a gallery space to display the works and accomplishments of Koolhass. This project primarily focused on research, group think, and model making.
“Architecture can't do anything that the culture doesn't.” - Koolhass
Rem Koolhass
perspective|working model Koolhass’s work is very original. It was a challege incorporating his angled designs into a functional museum space.
Rem Koolhass inspiration building forms
study models
museum design
rem koolhass & moorish culture|
perspective|model exterior
moorish alahambra and Omayyad mosque inspiration
Final model| comparison
Final model| perspective views
maria kelly giles | interior design Thank you for taking the time to review my portfolio. I have included my resume and list of references on the next page for your reference. Please feel free to contact me regarding any withstanding questions.
maria kelly giles | interior design education Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa| Spring 2012 Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design CIDA Accredited Program
work experience Arthur Shuster Inc., St. Paul, MN Summer 2011 Intern Specified materials
Academic Success Center, Ames, IA 2010- Present Iowa State University Office Assistant
Talbots, Roseville, MN 2006- 2011 Sales Associate Accomplished display changes
Sigler on Main , Ames, IA 2010-2011 Innova Ideas and Services Sales Associate
Drafted in CAD
Dealt with confidential information
Interacted with customers
Ordered merchandise
Redlined construction documents
Interacted with students
Inventoried stock
Inventoried stock
Maintained resource library
Trained employees
Organized floor and stock room
Maintained cash register
Contacted product representatives
Performed general office duties
awards|honors Student Design Competition | Spring 2011 1st Place Recipient
Greek Week Scholarship | Spring 2011 Pi Beta Phi Scholarship | Fall 2010 Iowa State University Grant | 2008-Present Academic Recognition | 2008-Present
Proposed marketing strategies
skills Autodesk|Revit proficient Autodesk|CAD moderate Sketchup| intermediate Adobe Design Programs Photoshop proficient Illustrator proficient InDesign moderate
Microsoft Office proficient Organizational skills Time management Communicative skills
Phone number 651.331.0882
Permanent Address 8166 Hemingway Ave S. Cottage Grove, MN 55016
memberships Pi Beta Phi Fraternity | Fall 2009-Spring 2012 Vice President of Event Planning | 2010 - 2011 Homecoming Co-Chair | Fall 2010 Chapter Delegate | Fall 2009
Interior Design Student Association|2009- 2012 Student Enviornmental Club | 2009 Habitat for Humanity | Fall 2011-Present Student Peer Mentor|Fall 2012 LEED Green Associate prep course|Spring 2012
online portfolio
www.issuu.com/giles.maria
Email Address giles.maria1@yahoo.com
maria kelly giles | interior design references Cigdem T. Akkurt Associate Professor Interior Design Iowa State University Ames, Iowa 50011 515.294.6724 akkurkt@iastate.edu
Susan Rhoades Academic Success Center Advisor Iowa State University 1060 Hixson Lied Ames, Iowa 50014 515.294.6624 sjwr@iastate.edu
Emily Holmsten Arthur Shuster Designer 2611 Hamline Ave. N. Suite #150 St. Paul, Minnesota 55113 612.916.2108 holmstene@shusterco.com