2020 - 2023
lily shanlin turner
INTRO
Design is a constantly evolving conversation. I desire to design spaces and objects which cater to client needs and will adapt to a world to come. Human beings are complex, complicated creatures. Understanding others through research and conversation is crucial to how I design. I communicate through creation. Whenever I create, I want to impart my values through the implementation of features which encourage collaboration, discussion, and mutual respect. I want to design spaces that are not only inhabited, but loved and cherished. I achieve this by continuously learning, designing with empathy and passion, and engaging in discussion regarding how our industry and society can improve.
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Branding
银山林 yín silver
shān mountain
lín forest
birth name
木+ half of lín, mù forest tree
lily flower lilium liliaceae
LILY SHANLIN TURNER Education
M.IARC may 2025 Master of Interior Architecture College of Architecture, Planning, & Design Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas 3.8 Undergraduate GPA 4.0 Graduate GPA
p. (913) 260-1821 e. lilysturner@ksu.edu
Interests Sensory based design, safety, inclusive design, furniture design
Leadership
Experience
Secretary aug 2022 - may 2023 Events Coordinator aug 2022 - may 2023 Plan and organize major-specific events which encourage community building, leadership growth, and mental health.
Student Graphic Designer Manage the internet presence of the Interior Architecture and Industrial Design office. Grew skills in corporate communication and relayed information to Dean of Department.
PLOT Club aug 2021 - aug 2023
Union Station by JP’s nov 2021 - present
Vice Treasurer aug 2021 - oct 2022 Treasurer october 2022 - aug 2023 Manage the application of payments for our school’s PLOT Club using Papercut. Provide departmental access to inexpensive and quality printing services.
Bartender, Cashier, Cook, Server Multitask in a fast paced environment in order to serve food to general student population. Learned to communicate and work as a team in order to complete orders.
Asian American Student Union feb 2021 - present
Peterson & Associates, P.C aug 2019 - mar 2020
MAASU Representative aug 2021 - may 2022 Communicated between the Kansas State Asian American Student Union executive board and the broader Midwest Asian American Student Union. Encourage community building and discussion surrounding race, culture, and other relevant social issues.
Assisted firm partners with organization and paperwork.
Honors
Skills
IAID Student Council aug 2022 - present
Dean’s List 2020 - present Made in Manhattan featured Lang Lighting finalist IIDA Student Charette contestant
IAID Office september 2023 - present
Software Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Fusion 360, Microsoft Office, Rhinocerous 3D, Revit
Personal Collaboration, Graphic communication, Ideation, Leadership, Multitasking, Research, Sketching
RITUAL Interior Architecture
spring 2023 124 loma vista drive - sonoma, california
How can we encourage disconnected people to connect and use architecture to create an experience that visitors will remember for a lifetime? This project is a winery tasting room, meeting & dining facility, and retail space located in Sonoma County, CA. The facility will be housed in two buildings located on the winery site to be renovated to fulfill the project program. The winery is located at 124 Loma Vista Drive off of Arnold Drive, a main north-south road just to the west of the Town of Sonoma and adjacent to Sonoma Creek, home to an abundance of wildlife. There are Eastern views over the meadow from the project site to the mountains separating Sonoma from Napa Valley.
Software Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Rhino 3D, and Enscape
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the main building uses partitions to control visibility and connection
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User Analysis Owners
Visitors experienced wine tasters
young adults
Doina Elena migrated to America in the 1990s from Romania after the Revolution of December 1989 Her daughter, Isabella was born soon after and was raised in the Sonoma area.
looking for a gathering space. new to wine tasting and drinking. interested in unique visuals and experiential opportunities.
Although Doina Elena and Isabella were raised in different times and places, their love of wine brought them to found Ritual Winery.
Branding Fonts
C itru s G oth i c
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Pack my box with fiv e d oz en liquor ju gs.
Pack my box with five dozen liquor jugs.
Logo A
RIT UA L WI N ERY est. 2011
Logo B
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want calm relaxing spaces. desire physical comfort. interested in finding new wine with an emphasis on taste.
RESEARCH
Rituals have often been used throughout history to alleviate anxiety and unite people, although they can seem strange and aimless to those unfamiliar with them. Rituals can be based in religious or secular ceremonies and are often associated with food and wine. Wine tastings are ceremonies – or rituals – devoted to the enjoyment of wine that rely on repetition and connection to others from different times and places. Ritual Winery is meant to celebrate the intersection of people and create an experience visitors will remember for a lifetime.
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CONCEPT The various rituals involved in wine, specifically with consuming wine, cherish the ceremony of slowing down and focusing intently on the wine that is being tasted. The 5 S’s – see, swirl, sniff, sip and savor – are used to reduce the influence other senses might have on the experience of tasting wine. In a similar sense, Ritual Winery slowly reduces the visitors’ sightlines and
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visual access to the outside world. The winery’s stark and orthogonal forms meet in unexpected ways even though they initially seem rigid and inflexible. Spaces within the winery are extended or cut off from others to play with the visitors’ sense of boundaries. Despite the harsh lines that break up the winery, there is always an intersection where they meet to come together.
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Ground Floor Plan Building A
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Ground Floor Plan Building B
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key 1 locker storage 2 cleaning storage 3 kitchen 4 meeting room 5 sitting area 6 merchandise / display space 7 sunspace 8 tasting area 9 cash wrap 10 bar seating 11 supply room 12 restrooms 13 manager office 14 private lounge 15 bread and coffee bar 16 supply room 17 restroom 18 mezzanine seating
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The Polyhedron This sculpture captures the essence of Ritual, with the element of separation and reunification permeating it. The two cubes represents Doina Elena and Isabella's connection through wine.
Sun Study, April 23rd
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In ancient Rome, the date April 23rd commemorated the festival Vinalia Urbana, which celebrated the consumption and growth of wine. On that same date, the first light which hits Ritual's courtyard lights up the Polyhedron and can be used as a gathering celebration, connecting the present with the past.
key primary spaces
extension to exterior
Materiality
Organically Dyed Cotton
Polished Concrete
Board Formed Concrete
Stucco
Black Painted Metal
Bronze
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See
customers are greeted with the beautiful valley
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Swirl
moving into the space, customers become cut off from the outside world
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Smell
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varied visibility gives users a hint at what is to come
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a space for wine tasting, secluded from the world
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Savor
customers can enjoy the full scope of the winery
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SPROUT Featured at Made in Manhattan
Furniture Design spring 2023
How can a table become usable in a variety of instances? The main focus of this project is to gain a basis in metal and wood fabrication. As my first venture into into the physical construction of furniture pieces, my primary concern was produciing smooth connections and a visibly attractive yet functional piece. I wanted the table to appear light, and the metal to hold the wood surfaces in two distinctly different ways to emphasize the various penetrating connections I used. I learned how to plasma cut and weld using the metal skills lab, while I learned to use the table router and construct the table top from the wood skills lab.
Software Adobe Fresco, Fusion 360, and Rhino 3D
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IDEATION
My initial sketches focused on taking inspiration from non-furniture items and converting them into side tables. I wanted to keep the proportions of the tables somewhat oversized to keep an air of playfulness to them.
Once I determined that I was basing my design around a plant, I worked through a variety of connections with my professor. Although we initially considered using a
Digital Ideation
variety of screwed in components, I eventually chose to cut a notch in the lower leaf to allow it to slip onto the metal frame. I knew that because of my inexperience with metalworking, I wouldn’t be able to ensure that all of the connections would come out like I designed. I wanted to focus on producing a high-quality prototype instead of an overly complex one.
Final Design
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Final Welds
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The Bite
PROCESS
A last-minute change, the ‘caterpillar bite’ adds visual interest to the piece and makes it appear fun and playful.
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Adds a playful accent to the final table Plasma cut from 1/4” steel with painted screws
Arches off central ‘stem’ Allows the table to be picked up and carried
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NURTUR Interior Architecture
spring 2022 willow lake student farm - manhattan, kansas
How can a defined space cater to a variety of physical, programmatic, and psychological needs? The Willow Lake Student Farm endeavors to research and study horticulture while introducing students and the local community to sustainable and innovative farming practices. This project is meant to renovate an existing barn in a way which fosters community growth, student interest, and create a positive learning environment.
Software Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Rhino 3D, and Enscape
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main floor of encourages fun and flexible learning
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Context
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key 1 camping trail 2 willow lake 3 main entrance
4 storage garage 5 washroom 6 high tunnel
7 storage containers 8 plots 9 beehives
Spatial Adjacency PA N TRY
KI TCHEN
F R ID G E / FREEZER
LO BBY T E AC H S PAC E
S E AT I N G
CL ASSRO O M
OFFICE S PAC E
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WASH STATION
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STORAGE
RESTROOM
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ajacent PRIVATE COLLAB SPACE
D ES KS
SE AT I N G
P I ZZA OV EN
PR IVATE STUDY SPAC E
PUB LI C C O LLAB S PAC E
M I C R OWAVE
F I RE PIT
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EXTERIOR S PAC E
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STORAGE
RESEARCH
In order to properly assess how to design the space, I first determined how the space would be used. This included visiting the building site and asking students and managers about how they wanted the space to serve them.
students and volunteers needs
values
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relaxation spaces collaboration spaces outdoor classrooms fire pit utilities kitchen pizza oven
User Analysis
connection to nature accessibility connection to peers collaboration event hosting good design innovative ideas
managers and directors needs
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office space classroom space storage presentation space archive space utilities
local community
connection to students busy club efficient use of space privacy security
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events ease of navigation accessibility parking
knowledge increase community accessibility
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CONCEPT This remodel is meant to nourish new ideas and collaboration between students within the local horticultural community. Students have the opportunity to learn in the large classroom area as well as the teaching kitchen. Outside of class periods, various comfortable spaces encourage students to stay and form connections with their peers outside of a work environment. Organic shapes are used to create a
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comfortable environment as well as to create visual interest throughout the building and its porches. The space is flexible, allowing the building to adapt to user needs. There are large interior and exterior sitting and studying areas, and more private spaces for students who might want to work alone.
key 1 merchandise / display space 2 event / classroom / dining space 3 lounge 4 kitchen 5 storage 6 broom closet 7 unisex washroom 8 individual study space 9 office
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Materiality acoustic panels
strandtec acoustic panels by asi architectural strandtec is a wood fiber acoustic panel which is eco-friendly, high performance, and cost-effective.
olefin upholstery stone tile cascade ridge slate 12” x 24” ceramic floor and wall tile by daltile an easy to clean, durable dark grey slate tile with dark grout.
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geobella® upholstery by phifer incredibly durable, comfortable, and ecofriendly fabrics.
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additional study space on mezzanine
teaching in the outdoor classroom
fostering connections through entertainment
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Furniture
modular circular sofa self designed by lily s. turner
modular desk structure series triangular wave mobile collaborative table w/ whiteboard top by learniture®
outdoor classroom bench self designed by lily s. turner
Key Details
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BLOOM Product Design fall 2021
How can a product appeal to a wide variety of audiences? The Bloom Electric Kettle is a functional statement piece inspired by vintage tea kettles. The ornate details were smoothed into a sleek, easy to clean, and affordable kettle. This kettle was influenced heavily by market research and conceptual branding. In order to design, I needed to learn and understand materiality and manufacturing processes.
Software Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Fresco, Adobe Photoshop, and Fusion 360
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RESEARCH
The initial stages of this project were focused on evaluating the current market for electric kettles and disassembling and analyzing prexisting products. I read kettle reviews and determined tea and coffee user desires in order to establish how I wanted the kettle to be used and interacted with.
User Group Overview customers are looking for adjustable temperature
‘keep warm’ function
easy to clean
durability
stylish design
quiet boiling
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residential/personal use working class young adults (18-25) appeal to artisan and handcrafted style annual Salary of approx. $29,796
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Branding branded for virality
lilysturner
lilysturner this new kettle is a showstopper!
star seller
$30.00 lilysturner
more like this
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FINAL pour
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handle thickness aids in easy pouring
• lid handle is tapered for easy lifting • lid fits snugly in base
• press button to power • rotate dial to adjust temperature
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fits snugly in top of kettle ventilation holes to prevent pressure buildup
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use heat injection molding and polypropylene (PP) for an inexpensive sleek form glossy white base accents of dusty rose
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diameter of 1.37” for maximum power melts into base for a sleek look
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‘petals’ add visual interest accents of muted rose create pops of color
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tapers inwards to snugly hold kettle body connects with central outlet
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REPRISE Featured at Made in Manhattan
Interior Architecture
fall 2022 227 blue earth pl #131 - manhattan, kansas
How can technology be used to integrate the users’ senses within an architectural design? The Alzheimer’s Society is a non-profit organization from the United Kingdom which seeks to improve the quality of life of people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. They are partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association in North America to create Memory Cafes, one of which is located in Downtown Manhattan, KS. Profit from these cafes will go to fund Alzheimer’s research in the UK.
Software Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Revit, Rhino 3D, and Enscape
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RESEARCH I studied several early 20th century art movements which explored how memory and memory perception were heavily intertwined with emotion, and the expressivness which could be portrayed through the use of a single brushstroke. Likewise, I was drawn towards the idea of encouraging the sharing and listening of music within my coffee shop, as it is a well
studied form of therapy for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. “Several studies showed that people with dementia enjoy music, and their ability to respond to it is preserved even when verbal communication is no longer possible.” —Moreno-Morales et. al
User Analysis
customers
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Desire quality cofNeed easy access to fee and comfortable BOH and FOH. Value seating. Value access positive customer to facilities, good interactions and permusic, and good sonal comfort. food.
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headphone kiosk
administration
Need storage for headphones and a usable interface for music.
Need space for administrative files, safety, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction.
Branding DM Serif Display Vexed nymphs go for quick waltz job. Barlow Vexed nymphs go for quick waltz job.
Spatial Adjacency Mezzanine Seating
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Cleaning Storage
Dumpster
employee
Break Room
intersection Trash Kiosk
Order Pickup
Kitchen
Restrooms
Secondary Entrance
Main Seating
Cash Wrap
Main Entrance
Private Seating
Administrative Office
customer
Food Storage
Art
Merch Sidewalk
Parking Lot
Headphone Rental
Parti Development
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CONCEPT Throughout the design the concept moved from being about music in a literal sense towards embracing the emotional and vulnerable aspects of music and art. Reprise explores how music can unify and move people – both physically and emotionally.
All aspects of the café have a sense of movement to them. Objects bleed into each other, as if the structure itself is being transformed by the music.
Transformative Elements acoustic paneling
teal painted trim
green tinted glass
Semi-Private Coffee Tables
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Cash Wrap and Merchandise
key 1 merchandise / display space 2 queuing area 3 cash wrap 4 order pickup 5 primary seating
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stairs booth seating restrooms kitchen secondary dining
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baristas can easily view queing area
additional space on mezzanine
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view of main space
Southwest Axonometric
Northeast Axonometric
Overhead Compression
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sconce light self designed by lily s. turner
Floral Lighting
Pendant lights use floral forms and motifs to appear as if they are blooming out of their associated planes.
buzzipleat buzzipleat acoustic led light by buzzispace
pendant light self designed by lily s. turner
Booth Lighting
The booth lighting is made up of an acrylic sheet which gains opacity to blend into the surrounding plaster.
Reprise Logo
Reprise logo adds clear signage and takes inspiration from music notations.
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