Katelyn Bauer Interior Architecture and Design Portfolio

KATELYN BAUER

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN PORTFOLIO

“In a very real way, designers create the human environment; they make the things we use, the places we live and work, our modes of communication and mobility. Simply put, design matters.”

William McDonough

KATELYN BAUER

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

801.648.3299

katelyn.j.isaacson@gmail.com

Portfolio: bit.ly/katelynbauerportfolio

For more information on the magic I made with Walt Disney Imagineering, please contact me directly

EDUCATION

Utah State University

MFA in Interior Architecture and Design

Logan, UT

4.0 GPA / May 2024

*Completed all leveling courses associated with the 4-year bachelor degree as part of the MFA program

Utah State University

BM in Music Performance (Clarinet)

Logan, UT

3.99 GPA / December 2021

SKILLS

Revit / 750 hours

Enscape / 250 hours

AutoCAD (2D & 3D) / 1250 hours

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop / 2000+ hours

Illustrator / 500 hours

InDesign / 250 hours

Procreate / 2000+ hours

Microsoft Suite / 1500 hours

Bluebeam / 250 hours

Construction Documents

Hand Rendering

Hand Sketching

Pattern Design

Effective writing and verbal communication skills

RECOGNITION & AFFILIATIONS

IIDA Member

ASID Member

IIDA USU Chapter 2021-2023

Junior Class Co-President

Senior Class Co-President

Outstanding Senior - Music / 2021-2022

Caine Scholar of Excellence / 2016-2020

Bill E. Robins Nominee for the Caine College of the Arts / 2021

Undergraduate Research Fellow / 2019-2022

Undergraduate Writing Fellow / 2020-2022

USU Concerto Competition Concert Soloist / 2019

USU Wind Orchestra Concerto Soloist / 2022

EXPERIENCE

Walt Disney Imagineering / Interior Design Intern

Orlando, FL / June 2022 - Present

New Timeshare Development Project

• Assisted on the design and development of a new build timeshare at Walt Disney World Resort from design development to construction administration

• Supported the development of construction documentation through multidisciplinary reviews, markups, work sessions, and coordination with other disciplines through review of finish tags, furniture tags, MEP coordination, and overall design intent accuracy

• Reviewed FF&E shop drawings, millwork drawings, and purchase orders for accuracy, quantities, finishes, and design intent, and assisted in overall management of FF&E procurement

• Created visualizations in the form of color hand renderings, photoshop studies, graphic illustrations, presentation imagery boards, and 3D models to aid in design decision-making, executive level presentations, and project FF&E procurement and production

• Managed finish schedule, production fabrics, slip testing, material boards, FF&E binders, and housekeeping testing to manage schedule and create easily accessible reference material while working in the field

• Developed custom artwork for guest room, corridor, and public space carpets, and managed quantifications, layout, and budget of carpet throughout the project

• Designed custom digital textile and wall covering art for guest room furnishings and finishes

• Researched custom finish materials and technical requirements for specialty FF&E and public space applications

• Collaborated with and presented to the Disney Vacation Club Sales Team to develop their sales presence through space planning, FF&E specification, and adjustments to power and data

• Developed and presented creative presentations for portfolio executive review and design decision-making

• Aided in the install of project model room and mock-ups through onsite supervision, direction, and set up of project fabrics, finishes, artwork, and visual renderings

• Researched and presented FF&E selections for area development, pool, laundry, and cast breakrooms

• Communicated with design consultants and maintained design completion lists & weekly task lists

• Participated in weekly team meetings, vendor/manufacturer meetings, art development reviews, and weekly coordination meetings

• Supported the interior design cost estimating process by completing takeoffs, quantifications, and communicating with vendors on project pricing

Miscellaneous

• Created 3D assets, diagrams, and photoshop studies for decor and prop production for Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

• Participated in site walks, drawing reviews, and art development for Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

• Created and developed digital visualizations of guest room updates at Bay Lake Tower for creative portfolio review

Curate Company / Design & Sales

Logan, UT / May 2021 - June 2022

• Consulted with and offered solutions to residential and commercial clients by creating personalized design presentations, renderings, furnishings, finishes, and space planning for residential homes and commercial business locations

• Developed construction documentation for Barrel & Stave (Logan, UT) showing finishes, millwork details, and additional construction details for commercial renovation

• Assisted in selecting new furniture, artwork, and decor to merchandise resulting in increased sales and variety of new customers

• Styled vignettes with rugs, large furniture, and accessories to create compelling retail merchandising

• Provided in-house design consulting with clients to select pieces that would complement their existing furnishings and finishes

PROJECTS

WUDA OGWA

Cultural Interpretive Center

AVAIN HOUSE

Tiny House Residence

FROST MEDICAL SPA

Tenant Improvement Project

EAST QUAIL LANE

New Build Residential

ENTWINE

Mixed Retail/Residential

TUHAYE HOME

Mountain Retreat Residence

CALLISTER RESIDENCE

Residential

BELO DIA

Restaurant

MASONRY DRAWING

Existing Building Elevation

TRAVERSEE SCONCE

Historic Precedent Study

HAND RENDERING

Magazine Study

Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation

WUDA OGWA

Cultural Interpretive Center

The Shoshone Cultural Interpretive Center is intended to memorialize the Bear River Massacre while celebrating the history, culture, and present achievements of the tribe today. Visitors will gain a first hand experience of what Shoshone life was like through the design of the Cultural Interpretive Center, which invites visitors into the world of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation. The main exhibit space of the building reflects this immersion with the rhythmic hills that cross the walls and the trees above their heads, guiding the viewers through the story of the Shoshone. Colors and symbolic representation play a large role in the design and the storytelling of the Cultural Interpretive Center. Greens represent the vibrance and health of the Shoshone tribe in its prime. The massacre and its buildup are characterized by the gray and blue colors, representing the gathering storm that led to so much destruction and pain. As visitors leave the area focused on the massacre and enter the section devoted to the tribe now, the colors morph into a sunrise, with yellow dominating, creating a focus on rebirth and healing. The yellow is energizing, leaving visitors with a drive to support the community and to do more in their own personal lives to prevent tragedies like the Bear River Massacre.

FLOORPLAN

WINTER EXHIBIT PROPOSAL

AUTUMN EXHIBIT PROPOSAL

LOBBY AND RETAIL

CULTURAL DIFFERENCES AND THE GATHERING STORM

MASSACRE REMEMBRANCE AREA

CURRENT TRIBAL LIFE

AVAIN HOUSE

Derived from the Finnish word for key, Avain House draws its inspiration from the ways the keys of a piano sit one after another. Taking this concept and flipping it literally on its side, this residence offers a contemporary take on mountain living with a double cantilever design. Structural truss supports become an integral feature of the home by creating the triangular windows, filling the residence with substantial light and captivating forest and mountain peak views. Avain House is a modern, sleek approach to luxurious mountain living.

RENDERED ELEVATIONS

RENDERED ELEVATIONS

BEDROOM

AXONOMETRIC VIEW

EXTERIOR RENDERING

Winter is a time of rest and recovery for the Earth and for individuals. Recovery and rejuvenation can be found at Frost Spa. These pages represent a sample of the full construction documents for a tenant improvement medical spa.

PROCEDURE ROOM

CABINET ELEVATION

SECTION C5/A1.4

SECTION A5/A1.4

REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

EAST QUAIL LANE

A new residential home located just off the shore of the picturesque Pineview Reservoir in Huntsville, UT. This residential floorplan is intended for family and vacation use with multiple bedrooms and a large vaulted living-dining space. These pages represent a sample of the full construction documents for a new build residential construction project. Documents and visualizations produced in Revit.

TITLE PAGE, AREA PLAN, SITE PLAN, AND PARCEL MAP

WALL AND STAIR SECTIONS

WALL SECTIONS, WALL TYPES, AND WINDOW SCHEDULE

ENTWINE: NAVAJO TEXTILE SHOP AND RESIDENCE

IDEC GROUP COMPETITION ENTRY

ENTWINE

The Navajo philosophy of Hózhó entwines personal life with all other aspects of the world. Entwine unites the retail and residential elements of a Navajo couple’s life by creating harmony through spatial planning and material selections. Three shipping containers form the base of this structure creating a juxtaposition between the industrial and handcrafted atmospheres. The design of this space contributes to an overall sense of wellbeing and unity for the residents as well as the surrounding community. It provides a space to work and build a business while also providing intimate places to rest and connect. The design honors the native traditions of the Navajo residents and allows them to reach out to their community, creating connections and relationships that embody the spirit of Hózhó.

PROCESS WORK

Criteria Matrix:

Entwine

Room for various display of textiles, portfolios, other works, connected to the cash wrap and maker space, ADA accessible

Space/Storage

Area

Room to work but cozy, storage located in the maker space, able to open to showroom, comfortable work space

Small and sophisticated, branding, near front door, near maker space, ADA accessible height

2 computers, lots of workspace, room for files, photography area

Create a lightbox for photography, storage, near/in the office

Room for 12 people to eat together, connected to dining and kitchen

Built with universal design in mind, micro kitchen

Room for 12 people to dine, open concept

Comfort, privacy, far away from retail area

Privacy Privacy

Adjacency Matrix

H - High Priority (Primary)

M - Medium Priority (Secondary)

L - Low (N/A)

Y - Yes

N - No/None

I - Important but not required

Maker Space/Storage

Point

Back

Primary Adjacency

Secondary Adjacency

Neutral/Undesired Adjacency

RENDERED SITE

CONCEPT SKETCH

SITE ANALYSIS AND RATIONALE

Located in Salt Lake City, Utah, the selected site was previously an abandoned gas station. The project will restore a brownfield site and provide added value to the neighborhood it is located in. The site is zoned for both commercial and residential use and is a perfect fit for accommodating a mixed-occupancy project. The site is located in a transit corridor close to multiple bus stops, a local light rail system that runs throughout Salt Lake City and surrounding areas, and a larger road that will encourage traffic to the shop, meeting the requirements for LEED ND Smart Locations and Connected and Open Communities. The shop is within walking distance of many local neighborhoods, and has existing infrastructure for necessary utilities. Salt Lake City is located seven and a half hours from the Navajo Nation in the Four Corners area.

EAST ELEVATION

NORTH ELEVATION

SOUTH ELEVATION

WEST ELEVATION

BEDROOM

BATHROOM

BEDROOM

HALF BATH

ENTRY

COURTYARD

SHARED OFFICE

KITCHEN

DINING LIVING ROOM

MAKER’S SPACE

FLOORPLAN

SHOWROOM

CASH WRAP AND BRANDING

OFFICE AND STORAGE

SHOWROOM

TUHAYE HOME

Following a creative brief based on a real client from a working luxury designer, the design for this project takes inspiration from the stunning rural landscape of the project site in Heber, Utah and juxtaposes organic materials and colors with synthetic finishes.

MASTER DEN/ OFFICE

MASTER BATHROOM

MASTER CLOSET

MASTER BEDROOM FLOORPLAN

DINING AND LIVING CONCEPT

BREAKFAST SEATING AND KITCHEN VISUALIZATIONS

MASTER SUITE HAND RENDERING AND DIGITAL VISUALIZATION

KEY ELEVATIONS

CALLISTER RESIDENCE

SHIBUI INSPIRATION BOARD

Designed to accomodate a man with multiple sclerosis, the Callister Home features beautiful furnishings and accessibility features that blend right into the overall design. The bedroom is designed to be a place that encourages rest and relaxation. The design is based on a shibui inspiration board, which uses the Japanese aesthetic concept of simple, subtle, and unobtrusive beauty to create a gentle, quiet, and restful design.

PROGRAMMING PROCESS

BUBBLE DIAGRAMS

BEDROOM FURNITURE AND FIXTURES SELECTION

BEDROOM SKETCH RENDERING

BEDROOM HAND RENDERING

Belo Dia is a Portuguese-inspired Mediterranean restaurant serving primarily seafood alongside other Mediterranean cuisine. Taking its name from the direct Portuguese translation for beautiful day, Belo Dia is an open, playful take on southern European design. Socialization, warmth, and the feeling of al fresco dining are heavily played on in this restaurant. The dining environment should help soothe and refresh patrons, allowing them to catch up with their favorite people over incredible cuisine.

Ocean and sea themes play heavily into both the food and design of this restaurant. Dishes will focus primarily on Mediterranean staples such as cod, shrimp, tilapia, and salmon, but will include many other options for non-seafood lovers. Meat dishes will also be prominently featured, as well as lighter traditional soups and salads. The cuisine will be slightly Americanized to appeal to a wider consumer base in Logan, but will still reflect its European origins.

The restaurant’s design will draw heavily from Mediterranean design. Architectural features such as arches play heavily into the layout and design of the restaurant, while blue and white tilework called azulejos takes center stage on the flooring and walls. Wood tones on the baffle ceiling and slat wall dividers warm up the space, creating an intimate outdoor patio feel. The design will tie the cuisine and atmosphere together, creating seaside warmth year round.

WEALTH/PROSPERITY

FAMILY KNOWLEDGE

CAREER

HEALTH

CREATIVITY

FAME/REPUTATION

BENEFACTORS

BAGUA

RELATIONSHIPS

MAIN DINING HALL

BRANDING WITH CUSTOM PATTERN

MASONRY DRAWING: CACHE VALLEY BANKING COMPANY

Complete elevations of a pre-existing masonry building using the building brick as a measuring tool.

SCONCE DESIGN

Design a sconce based on a historic precent from American Georgian architecture.

The Traversée Sconce is based on the American Georgian building called The Powel House. The dormer windows serve as the primary design inspiration, resulting in the crossing pattern that is mirrored on both ends of the sconce base. The light source mimics the use of candles in old chandeliers and sconces, but with modern touches. It provides ambient and decorative lighting, incorporating an old world classic touch to any contemporary space.

INTERIOR BY FOUR HANDS

DESIGN BY STUDIO MCGEE

MEDIUM: COPIC MARKER, PRISMACOLOR

PENCIL, GEL PEN, FINELINER