Virginia Tech Interior Design Portfolio 3rd Year Grace Osman 2023

Grace Osman Interior Design Portfolio Virginia Tech 2023

Grace Osman Virginia Tech

graceeo@vt.edu

/graceosman

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Woven

New Phase Eatery

Hilo de la Vida

Additional Works

Coworking Project

Fusion Soup Kitchen

IDEC Competition

Paintings

01. Woven Fall 2022| 8 weeks | 315 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA

Software Used

Upon researching the surrounding site, it became evident that food accessibility was limited, which could potentially cause issues for the space’s users. Fortunately, a long-standing produce wholesaler named ‘Roanoke Fruit and Produce’ is situated a mere 300 feet away from the location. For over a century, they have been providing the surrounding community with fresh produce, serving various local industries such as restaurants, grocers, healthcare, hospitality, and education.

To bring the community aspect to the workspace through food while also tackling the problem of food accessibility, the space’s design takes inspiration from farmers markets. Throughout the space, one can find woven materials, tent-like elements, and wood, among other design elements synonymous with farmers markets.

The ideal tech startup company for this space is Instacart, renowned for their mission to make food accessible to everyone.

Not only will this move enable Instacart to further their mission, but it also presents an opportunity for the company to partner with the family-owned Roanoke Fruit and Produce, further cementing a local aspect in the workspace.

1. Market 2. Reception 3. Food Service 4. Eating Area 5. Kitchen 6. Administrative Office 7. Restroom

Level 1 NTS

Level 2 NTS

1. Instacart Office 2. Restrooms 3. Small Conference 4. Printing 5. Phone Booths

6. Storage 7. Hot Desks 8. Coffee Area 9. Medium Conference 10. Private Offices

The space planning on the first floor is to be food focused. The programs included are for users to come together as a community. Public areas are towards the entrance while private areas are towards the back of the building.

Axonometric of First Floor

Section 1 NTS

Section 2 NTS

The second floor is focused on the workspace. The Instacart tech startup has its own separate office for privacy. In the center holds a beverage station, so users can access the area and use it as a pause from their work.

Dining Area Perspective

Dining Axonometric

Food Service Axonometric

Food Service Perspective

Market Axonometric

Hot Desks Perspective

Coffee Axonometric

Hot Desk Axonometric

Instacart Axonometric

Beverage Station Perspective

Instacart Perspective

02. New Phase Eatery

Spring 2022 |5 weeks| Riverside Austin, TX| Software Used

The restaurant is located in Riverside, Austin, TX 78741, a low income neighborhood populated by a high percentage of minorities.

Gentrification is a big problem in Austin. It is the 6th gentrified city in the US, pushing poor communities out of their homes.

The design strategy is based on transition and phasing to represent the change occurring in the city of Austin positively and negatively.

It is a reminder that progress occurs in phases, providing community resources and a space for positive change. There will be an element of tranquility to capture the city of Austin while being a safe space for underprivileged communities.

The color scheme is analogous, going along with the transitional element in the design concept. The colors are on the warmer side, making the space inviting. The organizational concept of the space is vertically linear, with curves implemented in the design representing phasing throughout the restaurant. The design strategy ensures that every customer feels comfortable and welcome in the space, making it a positive and inspiring hub for the Riverside community.

Level 1 NTS 1. Electrical Panel 2. ADA Restrooms 3. Hand-washing Sinks 4. Vertical Circulation 5. Kitchen Access

Cross Section NTS

Mezzanine NTS 6. Emergency Exit 7. Host Stand 8. Grab and Go 9. Server Station 10. Waiting Area

1. Offices 2. Storage 3. Waiting Area 4. Digital Art Station

5. Internet Stations 6. Resource Area 7. Vertical Circulation

Entrance Perspective

Cross Section NTS

Mezzanine Perspective

BioLime Plaster

Duracrl Concrete Flooring

Classic Core Plywood

Travertine Slab

Terrazzo Wall Tile

Dining Perspective

Flute 1” Wide LED Pendant

Merano Bentwood Side Chair

Mondo LED Pendant

Custom Wall Feature made from a local artist that portrays the shape of Riverside

Custom Lighting Fixture in the shape of Riverside streets encased in LED lights

03. Hilo de la Vida Fall 2022|1 Week | Reynosa, Mexico| Group Project | Riley Manetz, Vanny Vaquerano, Judy Mendrano| Software Used

The phrase “Hilo de la Vida” means thread of life; it’s representative of the passage to a new life. The thread is symbolic of the migrants’ journey and pays homage to Mayan weaving. The design of the space is an expression of continuity and fluidity, and seeks to meet the need for constant adaptation.

Senda de Vida “path of life” is an organization in Reynosa, Mexico that helps newly expelled migrants apply to seek asylum in the US with the help of immigration lawyers. The site is located on the Rio Grande, where over 1,200 migrants live along the bank in tents. The organization is mostly funded by donations and supports migrants from all over Central America seeking new beginnings. Many migrants flee to escape gang violence and climate degradation and to seek economic opportunity in the United States. Most migrants in Reynosa were expelled under the Title 42 health rule – put in place due to COVID, but for others, Reynosa is seen as a second chance (Bensman).

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Floorplan NTS

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Kitchen

Dining

Flex Area/ Kids Corner

Entry

Bathroom

Transition Space

Storage

Bedroom

Cross Section NTS

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Entry 6.

Kitchen Dining Area 7.

Kids Corner 8.

Transition Space Bathroom Storage Area Sleeping Area

Alternate screen orientations

Movable lattice screens provide air flow and visual transparency within the space.

Flex/kids perspective

Suyapa is the single mother of a 6-year-old girl and a 2-year-old boy. They fled from their hometown, San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Their goal is to reach the U.S. for a better life. During their journey, they travel through Guatemala and Mexico. They cross the Usumacinta River on a raft made of wooden pallets. As they enter Mexico, Suyapa must risk her and her children’s lives jumping onto the infamous “La Bestia,” also known as “the death train.” They encounter corruption as the Mexican cartel often charges migrants to board. Finally, they attempt to cross the Rio Grande, where 30 bodies have been rescued each month since March 2022 (Gonzalez).

Bedroom Perspective

Locally Sourced Clay

Mayan Textiles

Carrizo Cane

Handwoven Rug

Reclaimed Wood

Rattan

03. Additional Works Paintings Mediums of arylic and oil. Compilation of owned work and commissions. Work from 2020-2024.

Thank you graceeo@vt.edu

/graceosman