Katie Volanski Portfolio by Katie Volanski

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HELLO!

My name is Katie Volanski, and I am a fourth year student pursuing a BFA in Studio Art with emphasis in Interior Design with a General Business minor at the University of Georgia. I will be graduating in May of 2025.

Throughout my education, I have created a diverse range of design projects that have made me excited to enter the interior design industry. While my coursework has provided solid foundations in design principles, space planning, and 3D modeling, my internship and study abroad program have further prepared me for applying these concepts to real-world scenarios.

I am interested in exploring opportunities in the residential and hospitality sectors of interior design where I can employ my artistic and analytical skills to contribute to impactful projects. I am particularly passionate about creating beautiful and functional spaces that deeply resonate with people, and I am eager to continuously expand my expertise in the remainder of my education and future workplace

Welcome to my portfolio!

RESUME

860 - 216 - 8181

LinkedIn: @katievolanski katie.volanski@gmail.com

Instagram: @katievolanskidesigns

The University of Georgia Athens, Georgia

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design

Minor in General Business

Achievements:

Presidential Scholar, Dean’s List

Study Abroad with UGA Cortona Program

ASID Student Member

LeahMullerInteriors

Graduating May, 2025

Summer 2024

VeroBeach,FL

Interior Design Intern May2023-August2023

Reporteddirectlytotheleaddesignerofahigh-endinteriordesignfirm Formulateddesignsolutions,conductedsitevisits,andtookonseveralindependentprojectsfortheoffice

Createdproposalsforandcommunicateddirectlywithclients

Researchedandwrotespecificationsfornumerousprojects

CoastalModernLifestyle

VeroBeach,FL

Retail Sales Associate December2023

Aidedinmaintainingnormalbusinesshoursofahomedecorboutiqueduringtheholidayseason Engagedwithcustomersinafriendlyandhelpfulmannerupongreetingandprovidingrecommendations

Redesignedmerchandisedisplaystopromotesales

Createddailysocialmediapoststoincreasefoottraffic

September 2022 - Present AutoCAD

Revit

HOUSE OF SHINJUKU

The House of Shinjuku Grand Hotel in Tokyo, Japan invites guests into a harmonious and serene hospitality environment by providing luxury and comfort through its adaptive space and high end amenities. Utilizing organic geometry and earthy color palettes, the interior spaces evoke a sense of tranquility and opulence. Featuring a relaxing spa, five unique restaurants, and state of the art guest suites, House of Shinjuku creates an oasis within the bustling Tokyo Business district. The hotel logo incorporates inspiration from a traditional floral Japanese crest which is also found throughout key details of the interior design. House of Shinjuku invites travelers to experience true hospitality and comfort within the heart of Japan.

Completed Studio V - Senior Year, December 2024

Large Scale Hospitality Group Project AutoCAD, Revit, 3DS Max, Adobe Illustrator

Group Members: Katie Volanski (me), Anna Matthews, Kylie Perna, Zoey Weir, + Zoe Dillmon

Above: Hotel Exterior

Left, from top to bottom: Reception by Kylie Perna

Executive Club by Zoey Weir

Premiere Suite by Zoe Dillmon Spa by Anna Matthews

I wanted to include images of the hotel that were not designed by me, as it shows context for my designs, and also to demonstrate how we worked together as a group to create a unique yet cohesive space.

I designed the Executive Suite and Fujinoki Restaurant, featured on the following pages.

4TH FLOOR SPACES

SHINJUKU SPA

OUTDOOR AREA

POOL AREA

CIRCULATION

MECHANICAL FLOOR

ELEVATOR AREA

3RD FLOOR SPACES

STORAGE

KITCHEN

BREAKFAST ROOM

EVENT HALL SPACES

BATHROOMS

CONFERENCE ROOMS

BACK OF HOUSE

ELEVATOR AREA

2ND FLOOR SPACES

LOUNGE

LADY ORCHID RESTAURANT

ROJI RESTAURANT

FITNESS CENTER

BATHROOMS

RETAIL SPACE

BACK OF HOUSE

ELEVATOR AREA

1ST FLOOR SPACES

LOBBY

KAIGAN RESTAURANT

FUJINOKI RESTAURANT

CLUB ROYALE

COFFEE SHOP

RETAIL SPACE

BACK OF HOUSE

ELEVATOR AREA

Located on the 26th and 27th floors of the House of Shinjuku Grand Hotel, the Executive Suites provide guests additional space with the same luxury that the hotel embodies. Floor-to-ceiling city views in addition to sophisticatedly serene finishes create a sense of tranquility and prestige that deliver unparalleled comfort to guests.

Floorplan

ENTRY BAR INDOOR DINING OUTDOOR DINING

WINE CELLAR

BATHROOM

KITCHEN CIRCULATION

Fujinoki combines traditional Japanese dishes with Spanish flavors as an upscale tapas lounge perfect for pre-dinner drinks or relaxed meals. Classic design elements accompanied with modern twists emphasizes the symbolic namesake of the restaurant; Fujinoki roughly translates to wisteria tree, which signifies resilience and longevity in Japanese culture.

Reflected Ceiling Plan

PENDANT CHANDELIER

RECESSED CAN LIGHT SPRINKLER

HOTEL ABBAIO

Hotel Abbaio is the first luxury hotel and spa for dogs located in the Tuscan hillside town of Cortona, Italy. With high-end a design, both daytime and overnight canine gues relaxing experience.

Far Left: Elevation of kennel room complete with glass walls & doors, wall paneling, and decorative lighting

Left: Perspective of outdoor play area and pool

NEXT OFFICE

NEXTisaninnovativeandprogressiveglobalarchitectureandinteriordesign firm,dedicatedtoprovidingthebestservicefortheirclients.Valuing sustainability,diversity,equity,andinclusion,alongsidecreativity,growth,and collaboration,NEXTstrivestocontinuethisencouragingandenergizingwork environmentwithintheirnewofficeinDallas,TX.

TheNEXTofficespacephysicallyembodiesthecompanyvaluesof collaboration,innovation,growth,equity,andcreativity.Afocusisplacedon blendingelegancewithanenergizingandefficientworkspaceinordertobenefit individualproductivityaswellasteamsynergy.Embracingfluidityandvariety withinspacesfurtherfostersinclusivityandresiliencyofateam,andanoverall elevatedofficeexperience.

InspiredbyDallas’colorfulnighttimeskyline,theNEXTofficestrivestobring theliteralandsymbolicvibrancyofthesurroundingcommunityintothe workspace.

1 of 4 projects from the University of Georgia entered into the Steelcase NEXT Student Design Competition

Clockwise from Top:

Work Cafe Perspective Rendering

Work Cafe Materials

Workstations Perspective Rendering

Reception Perspective Rendering Individual Workstations

BEND, OR HOME

Lightandnatureareprominentelementsofthesurroundingenvironment,and thereforethemainfocusofthedesignofthisresidentialhomelocatedinBend, Oregon.Thisspechomeincludesanopenfloorplanforthegroundfloor includingalivingroom,kitchen,diningroom,powderroom,laundryand mudroom,withthetopfloorholdingamastersuiteandtwoguestbedrooms withasharedguestbathroom.AgrandfrontporchoverlookstheDeschutes River,furtheringthetimelessfeelofthehome.

CompletedStudioII-SophomoreYear,May2023

DocumentingInteriorDesignProjects

AutoCAD,Revit,Re-renderedin3DSMaxinMayof2024

FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

ATHENS MULTI-USE

Ideasofprivateversuspublicspaceandcontractiontoexpansionofspacewere exploredinthismultipurposespacelocatedinAthens,Georgia.Thefirstfloor holdsanofficeforanindependentinteriordesigner,alongwithaspaciousart gallerywithlotsofnaturallightandflexibilityforitsapplication.Thesecond floorisaresidentialloft-stylehome,completewithanopenfloorplanforthe livingroom,diningroom,andkitchen,amastersuite,andaguestbedroomwith itsownbathroomacrossthehall.Anelevatorallowsforaccessibility,while personalstairsandabalconyprovideprivacyforthehomeandoutdoorspace.

CompletedStudioI-SophomoreYear,December2022

SingleFamilyResidentialDesign

Hand-drafted