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KARINA SALAIZ
Interior Design Portfolio
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Museum of Emotions
Design V | Fall 2023 | Professor Bravo
Partner: Nicole Mancera
In this project, the two emotions being represented are hope and melancholy. A series of undulating panels are used throughout the space to serve as continuity between the emotions, while a gradient of light and color serve as atmospheric qualities that distinguish them. Visitors are encouraged to explore the range of emotions in between hope and melancholy through various sensory spaces.
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Material Call Out
1. Technical fabric coated with PV/C
2. Steel Metal grid
3. Metal Clasps
4. LED lights
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Sensory Surface Exploration
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Sensory Space Exploration
COMMON PATH OF TRAVEL
MOST REMOTE POINT
MOST REMOTE
POINT
COMMON PATH OF TRAVEL
GALLERY SPACES
STORAGE
RESTAURANT
OFFICE
17,189 SF / 30 NE T= 406 PEOPLE
1,731 SF / 300 GROSS= 6 PEOPLE
2,503 SF / 60 GROSS= 42 PEOPLE
622 SF / 100 GROSS= 6 PEOPLE
1’=1/16”
LEVEL 1
LIFE SAFETY PLAN
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LEVEL 2 LIFE SAFETY PLAN
TRANSVERSE LONGITUDINAL LEVEL 1 PLAN 1/8” = 1’ CAFE HOPE TRANSITION LOUNGING LOBBY B.O.H. MELANCHOLY REFLEC TION B.O.H. B.O.H. KITCHEN RESTROOM LEVEL 2 PLAN 1/8” = 1’ EXCITMENT CONTENTMENT LONGING ISOLATION B.O.H. B.O.H. LEVEL 2 PLAN 1/8”=1’ LEVEL 1 PLAN 1/8”=1’ 0 5 10 15 0 5 10 15 9
LONGITUDINAL
LONGITUDINAL
1/8’=1’
TRANSVERSE
TRANSVERSE
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SECTION 1/8”=1’
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1/8’=1’
SECTION 1/8”=1’
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LOUNGE ELEVATION SECTION
0 51015 1/8’=1’ 0 5 10 15
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CAFE ELEVATION SECTION
HUMAN CENTERED DESIGN AXON 12
CONSTRUCTION AXON 13
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Variations
Viscom III | Fall 2022| Professor McCoy
In the final visual communications project various techniques and representations of documenting and analyzing ornament were explored. Then the ornament was used in a reinterpretation of an existing piece of architecture. The floral shapes and roundness of the ornament were primary sources of inspiration for the new courtyard window.
Photogrammetry Scan
Photogrammetry Scan
Littlefield
Littlefield
Karina Salaiz Visual Communications III | University of Texas
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Critical Curves & Contours
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The Window Study of Courtyard
Detail
Light
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Texture
Projection Parts
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Patterns Profiles
Micro-hotel
Design III | Fall 2022 | Professor Gaskins
Partner: Cindy Ly
This micro-hotel is located at 1130 W. 6th street in Austin, Tx. The main objective of the design is to push the boundaries of privacy and spark curiosity. By implementing vertical and horizontal adjacencies through the use of screens, windows, and glass tubes along with prioritizing private space over public space, the hotel is one in which people can enjoy a unique individualized experience.
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Guardrail & Screen Study
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Bas-relief Models
1130 W. 6th Street 24 0 5 10 15 FIRST FLOOR SECOND FLOOR ROOF PLAN Legend A- Lobby B- Public Restrooms C- Workspace D- Coffee Bar E- Bedroom F- Shared Bath G- EnsuiteW H- Community Living Room 1/4”=1’
SECTION A
SECTION B 25
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Section and Stair Models
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Interior Lobby Render
Informal Retail
Design IV | Spring 2023 | Professor Rodriguez
In this retail space, nature is used as inspiration for the overall design as it is a universal familiarity everyone can relate to. People of all ages and backgrounds are welcomed. Hence, the space incorporates organic forms with a mix of natural and man-made materials to represent the unity of nature and man.
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Inspiration Photos
4713 Cesar Chavez St. Austin, Tx.
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FREE STANDING DISPLAY CEILING DISPLAY WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY PLAN PLAN PLAN 34
SECTION ELEVATION SECTION ELEVATION SECTION ELEVATION 35
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INTERIOR FF&E
Lounge seating
Reclaimed Wood Floor
Acrylic Display Material
Brass Display Material
Lighting
Coffee Table
Dining Seating
Dining Table
Walnut Wood Finish
Cushion Fabric
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Karina Salaiz
(281) 802-4413
karinansalaiz@utexas.edu
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (expected) May 2025
EXPERIENCE
Habitat for Humanity - Member
Fall 2022 - Present
• Volunteer for housing builds
• Learn about affordable housing issues and policies
• Participate in fundraising
University Housing and Dining Catering - Student Associate
Fall 2022 - Present
• Set up and take down intimate to campus-wide events
• Maintain buffet line
• Delegate responsibilities with coworkers
• Organize storage and manage inventory
Volunteer Experience
• Docent for Tribeza Interiors Tour
• Docent for AIA House Tour
LEADERSHIP
Ampersand Student Representative / Member
Fall 2022 - Present
• Promoted meetings and events to students
• Organized social events
• Gained professional contacts
• Participate in professional and social events
Undergraduate Architecture Student Council (UASC) Mentor
Fall 2022 - Present
• Provide academic advice to first-year students
• Host social gatherings
• Promote health and wellbeing
SKILLS
Digital:
Rhino, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Revit, Recap Photo
Analog: Drawing, Sketching, Model building, Laser cutting, Woodworking, 3D printing
HONORS
• Overton Shelmire Scholarship in Architecture, University of Texas at Austin
• Spring 2022 - Spring 2024
• University Leadership Network incentive-based scholarship, University of Texas at Austin
• Fall 2021 - Present
• Recruitment Honors Scholarship, University of Texas at Austin
• Fall 2021 - Spring 2022
• 5th Place in Region IV Interior Design Competition, FCCLA
• Fall 2019
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