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KATE RUDINI interior design portfolio

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about. about.

KATERUDINI RUDINI KATE Hello, an an interior design student drivendriven by thebybelief Hello, I Iam amKate, Kate, interior design student the beliefdesign that design I approach each that should should always always do moredo. Imore. approach each project project unafraid to take and committed to them executing unafraid to take risks andrisks committed to executing with them with professionalism Forsign me,represents the plus professionalism and intention.and For intention. me, the plus sign represents growth beyond expectations. growth beyond expectations.

With every project, I With gain every more project, gain more skills lecture, and insight. skills andI insight.

With every there isWith moreevery to be lecture, curious there is more to be curious about and more to challenge. As about and more to challenge. As innovative technology and innovative technology and global issues continue to expand, global issues continue to expand, I am energized by the I am energized by the opportunity to tackle increasingly opportunity to tacklethrough increasingly complex problems through complex problems design.

I wear many hats as design.

I wear many hats a designer, and a designer, researcher, andasproblem solver,researcher, with a strong problem with a strong focusdesign, on sustainability, universalI focus onsolver, sustainability, universal and adaptability. design, I thrive thismore everand evolving world of thrive inand thisadaptability. ever evolving worldin of aim to create more andthat aimare to create spaces that are and thoughtful, spaces thoughtful, impactful, forwardimpactful, looking. and forward looking.

LinkedIn: Katerudini Instagram: Katerudini

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education

software skills

P u r d u e U n i v e r s i t y, W e s t L a f a y e t t e , I N B a c h e l o r o f F i n e A r t s i n I n t e r i o r D e s i g n / G PA : 3 . 8 8 2022-2026 Purdue’s interior design program is accredited by the Council for

Revit

AutoDesk Docs

AutoCAD

BIM 360

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

MS Office

Bluebeam

Sketchup

Lumion

Enscape

Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).

experience G e n s l e r : N e w Yo r k C i t y N Y

Interior Design Intern / 06.2025 - 08.2025 Collaborated on a workplace projects through test fits, Revit documentation, supported submittals, and presentation. Led intern team graphics, produced renderings, and presented work to the full office.

M a r j o r i e B r o w n : Tr u m b u l l C T Apprentice / 05.2024 - 08.2024

acheivments M e t ro p o l i s F u t u r e 1 0 0 The Future100 Class of 2026 Wo r k D e s i g n M a g a z i n e N ex t Wo r k E nv i ro n m e n t C o m p e t i t i o n Honorable Mention

Worked closely with a residential designer on design development, documentation, and project coordination. Assisted with drawings, site coordination, and client-focused design problem solving, gaining hands-on exposure to the full residential design process.

NAHB Custom Home competition 3rd place

Zimmer + Rhode: Stamford CT

ASID Indiana Student Competition Best of Creative Use Award

Supported the showroom and design team through client coordination, material organization, and product knowledge development. Gained exposure to high-end textiles, vendor relationships, and the intersection of interior design and product specification.

D e a n ’s L i s t All Semesters

Part-Time / 05.2023 - 08.2023

P u rd u e 2 0 2 5 A r t & D e s i g n Ju r i e d U n d e rg r a d u a t e E x h i b i t i o n 3rd Place

Pa t r i c i a R e ck e r H a r t z e l l Undergraduate Scholarship Award x2 U n d e rg r a d u a t e R e s e a rc h Fa l l E x p o “Presentations With Distinction”

hobbies

language profieciency English

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Gensler intern project

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research. research.

parking lot 1984

Oversaturation of undersaturated colors.

Office correlated health decline.

How to people feel a part of a legacy.

parking lot 2025

parking lot 1984

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parking lot 1984

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parking lot 2025

The Steelcase NEXT 2025-26 competition challenged The Steelcase NEXT 2025-26 competitionstudents challengedtostudents to envision the future of work human centered envisionthrough the future innovative, of work through innovative, human centered design.

The prompt called for a workplace that responds tostudents rapidly to The NEXT 2025-26 competition design. The prompt called forSteelcase aprofessional workplace that responds tochallenged rapidly and evolving needs, emerging technologies, new envision emerging the future oftechnologies, work through innovative, human centered evolving professional needs, andcollaboration. new expectations for flexibility, well being, and design. The prompt called for a workplace that responds to The rapidly expectations for flexibility, well being, and collaboration.

The competition emphasized creating environments that not only support evolving professional needs, emerging technologies, and new but also purpose, and a strong The competition emphasized productivity, creating environments that only support expectations for cultivate flexibility,connection, wellnot being, and collaboration. competition emphasized creating and environments productivity, but also cultivate connection, purpose, a strongthat not only support productivity, but also cultivate connection, purpose, and a strong

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02. FRAMING FOCAL POINTS

03. FLEXIBILITY + CHANGE

03. UNCONVENTIONAL FRAME

01. LIVING PORTRAIT

02. FRAMING FOCAL POINTS

03. FLEXIBILITY + CHANGE

03. UNCONVENTIONAL FRAME

01. LIVING PORTRAIT

02. FRAMING FOCAL POINTS

03. FLEXIBILITY + CHANGE

03. UNCONVENTIONAL FRAME

The Next Frame uses framing as a design act to challenge traditional law office norms by redefining innovation aesthetics, The Nexta Frame asissues, a design act to challenge addressing officeuses related health and reconsidering what xt Frame uses framing as design actaframing to challenge traditional law office norms by redefining innovation legacy means within legal workplace.

Throughaesthetics, intentional al law office norms byaddressing redefining innovation office related andproject reconsidering what spatial framing and boldhealth use aesthetics, ofissues, color, the rejects muted legacy means within a legal workplace.

Through intentional favor reconsidering of visible innovation, supports employee well ing office related healthneutrality issues,in and what spatial framing and bold use of color, the project rejects mutedby being, and positions legacy as an evolving narrative shaped means within a legalneutrality workplace.

Through intentional in favor visiblegenerations. innovation, supports employee well past, present, andoffuture raming and bold use of color, project mutednarrative shaped by being, and the positions legacyrejects as an evolving past, present,supports and future generations. y in favor of visible innovation, employee well

Branding - Joseph Albers. Legacy of nested hues BrandingBranding - Joseph Albers.

Legacy - Joseph Albers.

Legacy of nested hues of nested hues ROOM ROOM

3.00 1.00 Real Estate Partner Labor + Employment

Partner

ROOM ROOM

ROOM ROOM

3.00 1.00

3.00 1.00 Real Estate Partner Labor + Employment

Partner

Real Estate Partner Labor + Employment

Partner

nd positions legacy as an evolving narrative shaped by esent, and future generations.

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First impression: professional first frame light becomes focal point

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plans.

floor plan.

ceiling plan.

P e r c l i e n t r e q u e s t , p r i v a t e o f f i c e s l i n e t h e w i n d o w p e r i m e t e r, with both private offices and open workstations organized by practice area to align teams around client demands.

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town hall flexibility.

Design Intent: strong, confident brand identity. reflective materials embed user identity. nested brand hues to create legacy, inspired by Joseph albers Homage to The Square.

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spaces.

transitional spaces.

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research. custom system MPR pods.

parking lot 1984“ U N - O Cparking lot 2025 CUPIED”

“OCCUPIED”

SHOES MUST COME OFF

The Steelcase NEXT 2025-26 competition challenged students to envision the future of work through innovative, human centered design. The prompt called for a workplace that responds to rapidly evolving professional needs, emerging technologies, and new expectations for flexibility, well being, and collaboration. The competition emphasized creating environments that not only support productivity, but also cultivate connection, purpose, and a strong

section cut.

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legacy supergraphic.

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office equity reduce clutter + focused atmosphere.

encourage connection + interaction.

quick + convenient access.

Design Intent: Each office layout supports different work styles while maintaining equal function, s t o r a g e , a n d s e a t i n g . Va r i a t i o n s i n l a y o u t + finish quality distinguish associate and partner o ff i c e s , a l l o w i n g u s e rs t o ch o o s e e nv i ro n m e n t s that best match their preferences and habits.

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NEPAL PASSAGE aiding rural accesibility Typology: Hospitality / Healthcare Location: Butwal, Nepal Collaboration: Partner [Avni Dutta]

For this project, we could choose any global location, and my partner and I selected Butwal, Nepal to study a new culture and immerse ourselves in its social and spiritual context. The assignment functioned as a healthcare-adjacent design challenge, with the building located near a hospital to serve travelers from rural areas seeking medical care.

We designed both a hotel floor and a community floor, creating spaces for rest, gathering, and support. Because the project required a religious or contemplative space, we developed an inclusive multi-faith room inspired by mandala geometry, emphasizing balance, healing, and cultural sensitivity. The overall design blends hospitality, community programming, and wellnessfocused environments while honoring Nepal’s rich traditions.

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research.

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Family-Centered Care and Cultural Support.

Healing Environments Through Nature and Restoration.

Access, Geography, and Regional Need in Butwal.

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TEMPORAR Y

SMELL

CYCLE

The mandala is a spiritual geometr ic for m symbolizing balance, h a r m o n y, and connection. Rooted in Hindu and Buddhist traditions in Nepal, it uses symmetry and circular for m to create a calm, restorative environment that suppor ts healing and well-being.

EXPERIENTIAL

MYSTIQUE

RAWNESS TOUCH

SIGHT

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Design Intent: devoid of icons. scnet, perception, sound,touch,sight

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plans.

ROOM 2

VENDING

ROOM 3

ROOM 1

OPEN TO BELOW

LAUNDRY

ROOM 5

MULTIPURPOSE PODS

KITCHEN ROOM 4

level 1.

MEDITATION

CONFERENCE

OFFICE

PATIO SPACE CHAPEL BUSINESS

ATRIUM BR

BR

BR

BR RECEPTION

BR

PLAYROOM

BR

FAMILY ROOM

COUNSELING

LIBRARY

level 2.

Release

Compress

Open

Experiential Design / TRANSFORMATIVE

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AI-assisted r e n d e r.

section cut.

https://youtu.be/M-ycWLPzrYE?si=Mf-Oxuxeh-kZ8D8i

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ORIGIN DAILY CENTER aiding rural accesibility

celebration of culture

Typology: Community Center Location: Wanamaker, IN Collaboration: Individual

ASID Indiana Student Competition Best of Creative Use Award

The Daily Center is a multifunctional community facility designed to support individuals experiencing housing insecurity. The project scope included comprehensive interior programming for essential daily needs such as nutrition, hygiene, rest, counseling, learning, and community engagement.

RESOUCE CENTER THERAPY & LIFE COACHING

LOBBY

RECEPTION

Grounded in human-centered and universal design principles, the layout prioritizes intuitive circulation, safety, accessibility, and dignity. Warm material palettes, biophilic elements, and sensoryresponsive zones were integrated to support mental and emotional well-being while fostering empowerment, stability, and pathways toward long-term resilience.

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STAFF AREAS

DINING ROOM

STORAGE AREA

FLEX SPACE BATHROOMS

HYGIENE FACILITY

KITCHEN LAN

DONATION CENTER

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research.

trauma-informed design for safety and dignity. community identity and resilience through culture. sustainable, flexible design strategies.

Site Street Business Residential Walking

HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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concept.

mood board.

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The Cultural Garden is a metaphor driven design that celebrates I n d i a n a p o l i s ’s i m m i g r a n t c o m m u n i t i e s through the universal language of food and growth. Inspired by gardens and regional vegetables, the space uses l a y e r e d f o r m s , b a l a n c e d c o l o r, a n d communal gathering areas to express cultural diversity within a cohesive whole. The design is organized into three phases Root Grow and Flourish reflecting stability collaboration and shared success while reinforcing the idea that community thrives through both individuality and unity.

Branding: “Origin” is a timeless, universal brand rooted in beginnings and growth.

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plan.

flex space options.

LOBBY/ RECEPTION

FLEX ROOM

RESOURCE ROOM LOCKERS

LAUNDRY ROOM

MAILBOXES

W. BATH. THERAPY

DINING ROOM

STORAGE

DONATION PRIV. OFFICE

M. BATH.

PRIV. OFFICE

ROOM

N. BATH.

OFFICE

BREAK ROOM

STORAGE W. BATH.

M. BATH. MECH. ROOM

KITCHEN

level 1 floor plan.

Design Intent: Community identity.

Clear circulation + sightlines.

Learning and resource support.

Reduced clutter and hazards.

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Design Intent: root grow flourish narrative. skills building resources. semi private trellis partitions. durable grounded materials.

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STUDIO KATE DESIGN FIRM addaptive reuse Typology: Workplace Location: Austin, TX Collaboration: Individual

Wo r k D e s i g n M a g a z i n e N ex t Wo r k E nv i ro n m e n t C o m p e t i t i o n Honorable Mention P u rd u e 2 0 2 5 A r t & D e s i g n Ju r i e d Undegraduate Exibition 3rd Place

The project brief challenged designers to create a fully integrated exterior, interior, and landscape for a reimagined design firm housed within an aging industrial building in Austin, Texas. Inspired by the structural clarity and environmental openness of the Pennybacker Bridge, the design balances strength and transparency, allowing light and nature to move fluidly through the site and building.

The two story program unites collaborative and private workspaces, shared resources, and a compact on site apartment within a connected ecosystem for work, creativity, and rest. Guided by adaptive reuse principles, biophilic strategies, daylight, and flexible work zones, the project delivers a sustainable, human centered environment that supports daily workflow and long term resilience.

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KITCHEN/ BREAK ROOM

JUNIOR DESIGNERS

LIFT RESOURCE ROOM

APARTMENT CONF.

PRIV. OFFICE

BR.

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research.

LIVE.

T H I S

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T H E

Office Vacancy + Adaptive Reuse Post-COVID Biophilia + Wellness Live-Work-Play Community Models

WORK

P L AY

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W O R K E R S

A S

T H I S

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PROBLEM: THE DISCONNEC BETWEEN EMPTY INDUSTRI SPACES AND HUMAN POTEN

The U.S. is experiencing record office vacancies, particularly in aging industrial buildings that no longer reflect ho people want to live or work. These spaces often feel rigid, isolating, and disconnected from both human needs an the natural environment.

Instead of sitting unused, these buildings can be transformed with the right perspective into immersive, biophi workplaces that blur the line between structure and nature. Through light, greenery, and openness, the desi supports creativity, connection, and emotional wellness without gutting its industrial structure.

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A B O U T

P E R S P E C T I V E

In addition, in a post-COVID world, people crave interaction, flexibility, and environments that prioritize men health. This project responds by merging adaptive reuse with human-centered design, offering a future whe industrial spaces are not abandoned but redefined, following “Live-Work-Play” priciples.

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concept.

mood board.

C O N C E P T : C O S NP C A ECPET : S T U D Y S P A C E C E N T E R .

P E R S P E C T I V E .

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I n s p i r e d b y A u s t i n T X ’s P e n n y b a c k e r Bridge, this design firm explores how industrial architecture can coexist with nature, celebrating the harmony between bold, structural design and the natural environment. Drawing from the experience of looking upward at the bridge and the fluidity of movement, the space emphasizes openness, light, and connection, blending natural materials with industrial elements.

This design reflects the journey of perspective and creativity, uniting people, ideas, and architecture in a seamless dialogue with the surrounding landscape b y m e t h o d s o f a n e nv e l o p e d fo r m .

Core Spatial Idea:

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ES PnAvCeEl o nIgN Aa SsPpA a Wp I Ti H C Ec e C O R E S P Aw T IiAt Lh Ii DnE Aa: Es Np V EaLc Oe P I.N G A SPACE WITHIN A SPACE

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section cut + elevation.

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plans.

site plan.

level 1 floor plan.

level 2 floor plan.

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elevations.

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Design Intent:

LIVE

PLAY

WORK

light + transparency control. acoustic comfort. calm focus flexible creativity.

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BUBBLE DIAGRAM

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CORE SPATIAL IDEA: ENVELOPING A SPACE WITHIN A SPACE

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THE NET minding the gaps

G e n s l e r i n t e r n p ro j e c t

Typology: Public + Civic Location: Manhattanville, New York Collaboration: Team (David Ambul, Esther Wu, Amelie Clark, Emma McDewitt, Gelmira Gourgel)

Interdisciplinary intern teams composed of strategy, architecture, interior design, HR, graphic design, etc., collaborated to develop sitespecific programs and public interventions for New York City subway stations. Each team was tasked with analyzing neighborhood context, user experience, and cultural identity to inform a strategic design response.

Our team focused on the 125th Street Station, exploring how a transit hub can operate as a civic gateway rather than solely a point of circulation. The proposal reframed the station as a place of belonging through public-facing interventions, spatial strategy, and visual storytelling rooted in the Manhattanville community.

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research.

users experience. mundane

missing

challenges

weathering

urban fragmentation

litter

social + site context.

THE UNKNOWN

site history.

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concept.

Gap

Gap

(not filled)

(filled)

Net Net

Filling in the Gaps recognizes that the framework of the station is already in place, but what is missing is texture, voice, and story. This approach preserves what exists while intentionally designing for the future. The exposed grid is treated as a foundation and an opportunity to introduce identity, environment, and emotion. Through modern interventions that add layered meaning, the design builds upon history rather than overwriting it, completing what was left open.

Branding: Mosaic, Strong, Bold

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interventions axon map.

shared experience.

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materiality.

BIOTILE

biotile bricks.

biotile sheets.

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plans. : R E C Y C L I N G S O R T I N G FA C I L I T Y

elevation.

A DA E l eva t o rs

roof level.

ticketing level.

street level.

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other works.

NAHB custom home NAHB Custom Home competition 3rd place (2025 Las Vegas IBS) Team: (Kaylee Gesick, Olivia Clemons, Alyssa Magsino, Chloe Chandler)

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LVL 2

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other works. fine art + design work h a n d d r aw i n g R h i n o 3 D m o ck u p s Speculative design

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EMAIL: Katherinerud5@gmail.com EMAIL

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LOCATION: CT / Open to Relocation

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