Alysha Welch - Interior Design Student Portfolio by JazzyMadeIt623

Portfolio

By Alysha Welch Alysha Welch

Texas State University Student | Junior

Introduction

Welcome to my portfolio! This portfolio showcases my skills and interests in interior design through a variety of projects. The ﬁrst project is the design of a wedding chapel, with a concept statement that is evident and expressed throughout the building. The second project features the maze project design that serves as a metaphor for my journey as a pianist, using different towers heights to represent different stages and challenges of my journey. In addition to these projects, I have included some drawings that I have done in my free time and from other projects to demonstrate my creativity and passion for art. I hope you enjoy exploring these projects and get a sense of my style and approach to interior design.

Phone: 512-701-8293 | Email: Alysha.JS.Welch@Gmail.com

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Chapel Design 8-13

Maze Project: Path and Place 14-18

Project and Personal Drawings

Table of contents

Goal… Design a wedding chapel that will sit in the city of dripping Springs with a concept statement that is evident and expressed throughout the space.

Materials and construction methods:

- Digital 3D SketchUp model

- Digital AutoCAD plans, sections and elevations

Restrictions:

- Maximum size of 36’Lx22’Wx36’H

- Plans, diagrams built at ¼” scale

- Lit by natural light only

Chapel Design

Digital 3D SketchUp model

Process work: Concept Diagrams

In this diagram, I explore how color can be a key element in illuminating the chapel. The colored lines represent various ﬂowers found in the surrounding area of Dripping Springs, while the yellow color represents the sun.

Examining the use of color and natural elements found in the city of Dripping Springs to enhance the design of the chapel.

In this diagram, I am exploring the potential of using colored glass and how its placement can enhance the design of a chapel through its dynamic and performative qualities

Here I explore the use of the word 'surround' in relation to the wedding couple. This word will inform the chapel bench design

Process Work: Inspiration Image and Diagrams

In this image, I draw inspiration from the form and shape of fragments resembling glass to inform the structure of the chapel structure

Here I explore the use of natural light, glass placement, and the form of the building to highlight the couple's presence in the chapel

I do not

own this image

Chapel Bench Design: Rough Draft Sketches

Final Chapel Bench Design and Color Selection

Inspiration

The legend behind the Indian blankets ﬂower served as inspiration for the design of this chapel, guiding the concept throughout the space, materials, color and furnishings

Seat Fabric Selection

Color Palette Image: Indian Blankets I do not own this image Chapel Bench Design: Hand Rendered

Parti Diagram: Form

3D Model: SketchUP

Floor Plan: AutoCAD

Diagrams: Top View

Diagrams: East View

East Section: AutoCAD

3D Model: SketchUP

Parti Diagram: Natural Light

Goal…

Design maze as a metaphor for my journey as a pianist, using different tower heights to represent different stages and challenges of the journey

Materials and construction methods:

- Draft mini model: foam board

- Final model: Particle board

- Digital 3D model SketchUp

Restrictions:

- Build at ¼” scale

- Maximum built of 8"x8"x8”

Maze Project: Path and Place

Final Model Particle board Draft Model: Foam Board

Maze Design Development: Process Work

Entrance Entrance

In these two drafts, I am exploring the fundamental principles of maze structure and brainstorming ways to creatively implement them in the design.

Draft

1 Draft 2

Maze Design Development: Process Work

End Space End Space

In these two maze drafts, I experiment with incorporating space and different pathways to create distinct moods and themes. This helps me understand how to use the elements of the maze to create meaningful experiences for the viewer.