Kelly Ratner Interior Designer Portfolio by Kelly Ratner

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INTERIOR DESIGNER PORTFOLIO KELLY RATNER

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INTERIOR DESIGNER

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New York City Metropolitan Area

@kellyratnerdesign

Driven by innovative design, I create spaces that blend creativity with strategic planning. From concept to execution, I prioritize clear communication and a collaborative process, ensuring each project is functional and impactful to the community. With expertise in Commercial, Hospitality, and High-End Residential design, I bring meticulous attention to detail, delivering spatial experiences that resonate with users. Dedicated to continuous learning, I am currently pursuing my MFA in Interior Design at New York School of Interior Design, building on my BFA in Interior Architecture from Endicott College. I seek opportunities to apply my expertise and passion for visionary design solutions that drive positive outcomes.

Revit

Enscape

Rhino

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Cloud Programs:

Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator

• Conceptual Design

Schematic Design

• Design Development

• Rendering

• Construction Documents

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• Architectural Modeling

• Lighting Design

Work Experience

Spivak Architects

Interior Designer Semester Internship

September 2023 — January 2024

New York, New York

Hospitality and High-End Residential Design Studio.

Experience in rendering, 3d modeling, and construction sets.

Experience with graphics for client presentations.

Skills:

Rendering, Revit, Enscape, Floor Plans, Furniture Design, Construction Documents,

Professional Membership & Awards

IIDA Student Member

IDS Student Member

IIDA NE Design Awards Top 4 Winner for Thesis Project 2024

IIDA NE Design Awards Entry & Volunteer 2023-24

IIDA NE Fashion Show Entry 2022 & 2023

IIDA Student Mentorship Program 2024

NYSID Green Design Group Executive Board

Kips Bay Decorator Show House Volunteer 2024

DLF Scholarship Light & Transparency Top 6 Winner

Endicott College Architecture and Design Club

President 2023-24

Secretary 2022-23

Co-Head of Fashion Show 2021-22

Mortar Board Honor Society Awarded 2023-24

IES Student Fixture Design Competition Top 5 Winner

Dean’s List Awarded 2020-24

Kappa Pi International Art Honors Society Awarded 2023-24

House of Char Design

Interior Designer

Internship

June — September 2023

June — September 2022

Shelton, Connecticut

Residential Interior Design Studio working with clients, rendering programs,

Surá Green Design

Social Media and Webpage Designer

December 2020 — March 2021

Costa Rica, Remote

Content Creator for social media and webpage design for an architectural company focusing in Sustainable Design.

Educational

New York School of Interior Design

2024-2026

New York, New York

Endicott College

2020-2024 Beverly, MA

Master of Fine Arts in Interior Design

Coursework: Hospitality Design, Education Design

Activities, Clubs: Green Design Group

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture

Graduated Summa Cum Laude

Coursework: Thesis on Art Exhibition Design, Hospitality, Workplace, Corporate, Healthcare, Retail, Residential, Construction Documents, Lighting Design, Building Codes

Minor in Dance

Activities, Clubs: Architecture and Design Club, Repertory Dance Ensemble

Education: The Agora School of Sculpture MFA

Site Analysis, Parti, Section, Inspiration and Materials

Axonometric, Floor Plans, Re�lected Ceiling Plans, and Rendered Perspectives

Precedent Studies and Terms of Criticism

Hospitality: The Lebron James Hotel MFA

Proﬁle, Concept, Site, Axonometric, and Section Floor Plans, Enlarged Floor Plan, and Lighting Plan

Inspiration, Materials, and Rendered Perspectives

Thesis on Immersive Art Exhibition Design: Portal BFA

Thesis Question, Thesis Statement, Proﬁle, Site Analysis, and Concept Floor Plans, Rendered Perspectives, and Sketches

Enlarged Floor Plan, Custom Object, and Rendered Perspectives

Section View, Axonometric, and Rendered Perspectives

Hospitality and Education: Queen Green Gala BFA

Proﬁle, Concept, and Block Diagrams Floor Plans and Rendered Perspectives

Corporate Workplace: New York Times Company BFA

Proﬁle, Concept, Branding, and Section Floor Plans, Elevation, and Rendered Perspectives

Healthcare: Cambium Neonatal BFA

Proﬁle and Concept Enlarged Floor Plans, Re�lected Ceiling Plans, and Rendered Perspectives

Construction Documents BFA

Concept, Section, and Rendered Perspective

Construction Floor Plan and Casework Set

Lighting Design BFA

Concept, Inspiration, Rendered Perspective, and Construction Drawing

Retail: RoamFree BFA

Proﬁle, Concept, Bubble Diagram, Elevation, and Rendered Perspective

The Agora School of Sculpture

School of Sculpture

Section

Tinsel Textile Oak Wood Concrete

Color Palette

Kelly Ratner New York School of Interior

Donna Goodman Fall 2024

Kelly Ratner

Kelly Ratner New York

Donna Goodman Fall 2024 Perspecti

Color Palette Reflected Ceiling

Perspective of Librar y

Axonometric

Kelly Ratner

Donna Goodman

Perspective of Dean’s Office

Perspective of Reception

Kelly Ratner

Rooftop: Outdoor Seating Studio

Donna Goodman

Perspective of Snack Bar

Custom Planter

Key:

Perspective of Rooftop

Snack Bar Presentation Room

Precedent Studies 1 2 3 4 5

The design preserves the factory’s original columns and capitals, honoring Noho’s industrial and artistic heritage. Greater integration of the site’s narrative through architecture could enhance its authenticity and connection to its surroundings. Sustainability is embedded in the curriculum but could also be reflected more boldly in the architecture. Renewable materials, energy-efficient systems, and visible sustainable features like green walls would further align the design with environmental responsibility.

The school’s location fosters interaction with Noho’s creative and academic hubs. Expanding public-facing elements, like workshops, exhibitions, and outdoor installations, would strengthen its role as a cultural landmark and invite greater community participation.

The Platonic Idealism parti is tied to the school’s layout. Features like rooms for critique or philosophical discussion would connect the physical space with its conceptual theme balancing idealism with practical application.

The design’s minimalist Neoclassical aesthetic fosters creativity and openness with zoning to support diverse activities. Functional yet elegant furnishings and thoughtful wayfinding can balance simplicity with practical usability.

Client

Lebron James

LeBron James is famous for his incredible basketball career and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. Not only has he achieved unparalleled success on the court, becoming the second NBA player to reach billionaire status, but what truly stands out is his deep commitment to helping others. As a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and activist, he is dedicated to creating positive change in society.

Site

317 Main Street, Cornwall,

New York, 12518

Parti Arch

Referencing both the shape of a basketball shot and the architectural form, this design could use arch-like features to create a sense of movement and grandeur in the space, leading visitors through different zones with an open, airy feeling.

Concept Legacy

Design Goals

• Celebrate LeBron James’ Afro-Black Heritage and Legacy

Incorporate Afrocentric art, patterns, and design elements to honor African culture.

Highlight LeBron’s personal journey through showcasing his career on screens to watch. Create spaces that celebrate Black excellence, from curated artwork by Black artists.

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Create a High-Status Space for Connection and Luxury Design sophisticated areas, like a private wine lounge for LeBron’s family and friends to gather. Incorporate high-end amenities. Ensure the space reflects LeBron’s status by combining elegance with intimate, personalized touches for meaningful connections.

Tried and Trued Respected. Materials like marble, leather, steel, and copper which changes colors over time.

Concept Statement: The concept of legacy shows how shared experiences can create lasting impact, inspiring both guests and communities to leave their mark.

Perspective of Restaurant

Perspective of Bar

Lighting Section Day Time

Lighting Section Night Time

Enlarged Floor Plan

Art and Furniture Inspiration

Kelly Ratner

New York School of Interior Design

Professor Jack Travis

R P TAL

Thesis Question

How can innovative approaches to immersive art exhibitions enhance engagement and cultivate stronger bonds between artists and audiences?

Thesis Statement

A shared community purpose enhances social and cultural cohesion and promotes the utilization of resources and technology, and improves art’s accessibility by creating a space that allows for the coexistence that will help bring this model to life.

How Architecture Changes Perception

Technology Use in Audience Engagement

Art & Aesthetics

Sustainability

Immersive Experiences

Art, Culture, & Ethics

Artists

Artists will work in the studios, workshops, and galleries. They are artists who seek to have a connection with the public and make a difference with their art.

Artists’ Community

This includes: art students, photographers, fellow artists, people who view art, and people who will work in the space (such as museum educator or program coordination).

Audience

The audience will be the public who come to experience the exhibition, galleries, retail, cafe, and makerspace.

People Who Live in Midtown Manhattan

The residents of American Copper Building and surrounding areas. These are people who want to take a break or collaborate during the day.

“To Deceive the Eye.” Using Trompe L’ oeil methods in constructing an immersive art exhibition will allow the viewer to see beyond what is and challenge new perceptions that emerge artwork into the everyday. Bringing new technologies like AR/VR/Digital Mapping merged with traditional art methods that have changed the way we interact with art, like Trompe L’ oeil, will make a socially cohesive space.

Cross section in rotunda—A distinguished place established from the presence of light—Harmonious—Evenly distributed light—Air gives forms a sculptural presence

Water Attraction Perspective