Madeleine Carey Portfolio Spring 2024

MADELEINE CAREY INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE + FURNITURE DESIGN

DESIGN PORTFOLIO

CONTENTS

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CULTIVATE COMMUNITY CENTER Vital Design Studio Fall 2023

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NEXT OFFICE DESIGN Steelcase NEXT Design Competition Project for Studio Fall 2022

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ARMONI WINERY Hospitality Design Project for Studio Spring 2022

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NESTLE FURNITURE COLLECTION Accent Chair and Side Table Project for Furniture Design III Fall 2023

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STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE Projects completed while studying in Orvieto, Italy Spring 2023

ABOUT ME mcarey@ksu.edu | (219)-816-0099

FIFTH YEAR

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY I am an organized and determined fifth-year student working towards a Masters of Interior Architecture at Kansas State University. My passion for design lies in the ability to shape unique and meaningful experiences on a variety of scales whether that is within the humanscaled furniture context or larger built environment. This is carried out through empathy for the end user and an emphasis on details that enhance their experience. To me, design is more than simply facilitating beautiful spaces, it is about ensuring the needs, wants, and expectations of the people interacting with the design are exceeded in a way that allows accessibility and enjoyment for all. This is accomplished through in-depth research and concept development to create an evidencebased design solution that makes a positive impact.

I am looking to enhance my knowledge of the industry and sharpen my design skills through a position within a design firm. I work well under pressure, learn quickly and am always eager to dive deeper into the projects I am working on for an optimal outcome.

CULTIV[ATE] COMMUNITY CENTER STUDIO | FALL 2023 The Vital Design Studio project focused on improving health outcomes through housing and uplifting communities through revitalization of existing buildings within the city of Philadelphia, PA. This project was completed with an interdisciplinary team made up of two Interior Architecture and two Landscape Architecture students.

MISSION: To create a fresh food incubator through urban agriculture, affordable housing, education, and a market hall in order to promote well-being, encourage cultural expression, support self-sufficiency, and stimulate economic expansion for small businesses along the American Street corridor.

CONTEXT | Philadelphia, PA

84%

of people in the Lower North District only have access to an overabundance of unhealthy food

Lower LowerNorth North

56%

Central Central

of the population within the 19133 zip code identify as Puerto Rican, and residents are majority minority

project boundary Lower North District Central District

GOALS: Provide programming elements that foster community and cultural expression through culinary experiences for visitors, residents, and employees within flexible gathering spaces

PROJECT SITE | 2300 N American St. site boundary subway bus every 15min

N American St.

bus every 30min bike route

N 2nd St.

indego bike stations corner store park + playground medical facility temple university hospital

N Front St.

greenspace 0.25 miles - 5 minute walk

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W Lehigh Ave

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Uplift local small businesses by creating opportunities for ownership and representation of culture through food entrepreneurship

The project site exists along the newly expanded American Street corridor with bike routes, an adjacent bus stop, and a nearby stop along the Market-Frankford Subway Line. While there is access to parks and greenspace, the surrounding area lacks grocery stores and restaurants.

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Stimulate economic expansion and vitality along American Street by blending new development into the area’s industrial and pre-existing commercial corridor

CONCEPT | Cornerstone Born from the existing site condition of a strong street presence, the idea is to create a community anchor that activates all sides of the building, street corners, and programmatic intersections.

adaptive reuse

PROCESS | Design Sprint Ideation

parti + circulation

Adaptive Reuse Strategies additive and subtractive forms carve away at the existing facade, revealing the vertical garden, engaging the southeast corner of the building, and drawing visitors in.

additive panels

inserted volumes

South Facade

East Facade

FINAL DESIGN | Exterior Spaces

Site Plan

GROUND FLOOR | Food Hall

the simplicity of the stall design allows for flexibility and personalization through murals and graphics

light monitor

acoustic baffles

Reflected Ceiling Plan

dropped ceiling

awning

SECOND FLOOR | Media Station USALA media station partners with the food hall and small business to create marketing and other media about urban agriculture and cultural cusine

Section A-A’

THIRD FLOOR | Residential Units Each living space is kept simple with pops of color and simple shelving displays to allow residents to implement their own unique preferences that fit their needs

One-Bedroom Unit

Two-Bedroom Unit

SITE OVERVIEW

Vertical Garden

Food Hall

Residential Units

Education Space

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Production Garden

Orchard

Greenhouse

NEXT OFFICE DESIGN STUDIO | FALL 2022 This project followed the prompt of the 2022 Steelcase NEXT Design Competition, centered around the fictional Robotics Company NEXT located in the Seaport District of Boston. The challenges posed by this prompt focused on the hybrid workplace that accommodates the needs and preferences of all users in a variety of ways.

NEXT’s new office design solution is based on the concept of the rings of history and concentric layers of expansion that have occurred in the City of Boston over time. These layers of development are found in every neighborhood, unwrapping the unique story of Boston’s culture and history that are integral to its identity. NEXT has the opportunity to add layers to Boston’s identity as they develop their new office in the Seaport District with the work they do and the products they create by impacting individuals, communities, and cities all over the world.

NEXT products

learning

individual

company culture

Seaport District diversity

social

Concept

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The culture of diversity, accessibility, inclusion and acceptance within NEXT not only impacts the individuals within the company but aims to radiate out into the community to create the same culture within the Seaport District.

collaboration focus

rejuvenation

Space Typologies Spaces are organized by typology into a gradient from most social to least social, allowing users to move from one end to the other, encouraging interaction and collaboration along the way.

Hyposensitive Work Spaces

Neurodiversity Considerations Within each space type there are accommodations for hypo- and hypersensitive preferences through layers of texture, color and levels of enclosure that provide a variety of opportunities for people of different preferences to optimize their work experience. Designing with compassion for the user was a major goal in this project.

hyposensitive hypersensitive

Hypersensitive Work Spaces

User Needs: Each space within a typology aims to meet certain needs of the users interacting with them to promote wellbeing and boost company culture

Belonging

Control

Productivity

Comfort

Safety

Focus + Work Spaces

Work Lounge

Productivity

Comfort

Collaboration Spaces Control

Team Meeting Room

Productivity

Learning + Social Spaces Safety

Inclusive Design Lab

Belonging

Work Cafe

Home Office Lab

social

learning

Belonging

Comfort

Safety

Control

Meeting Room

collaboration

Productivity

Belonging

ARMONI WINERY STUDIO | SPRING 2022 The design of Armoni winery is centered around the concept of harmony, focusing on an interweaving of elements that form a consistent whole. This harmony of design mimics the overlapping notes and aromas found in wine coming together and intends to promote the same experience for the community of Sonoma within a serene space.

These aromas were analyzed to determine materiality and hierarchy of application based on their characteristics. Primary characteristics of aromas are incorporated into the design through organic shapes and materials that accentuate the existing structure. Complimentary secondary elements are implemented through carved out, stereotomic forms. Tertiary characteristics include industrial elements and materials like steel that are used as accents to balance the other materials used throughout the winery.

main circulation path

visual connection to exterior

SITE PLAN | Interior/Exterior Connections A strong relationship between interior and exterior spaces influenced by glass facades and material continuity draws visitors into the space while maintaining a connection with nature. Ample exterior lounges and seating encourages connection with others and harmony with the surrounding site.

First Floor & Mezzanine

Sculptural Mesh Panels Sweeping forms made of aluminum mesh suspended from cables and structured with steel trim contrast the form of the existing trusses and create a feeling of enclosure within the double height space on the first floor.

Longitudinal Section

Interior Elevation

NESTLE COLLECTION FURNITURE III | FALL 2023 This project tasked students with creating an accent chair and side table that follow a similar design language. The fabrication processes used to create the chair were explored and tested during the fabrication of the table and then adjusted to the scale of the chair.

The nestle accent chair aims to provide comfort and visual appeal while exploring the capabilities of vacuum formed plywood. This fabrication method was used with the intention of creating a functional and sculptural piece that is financially accessible. Designed to exist within a cozy reading nook, the chair’s wide stance invites users to sit in a variety of positions and utilize the cushions to fit their comfort needs. The soft curves and enveloping form promote relaxation as well as a sense of safety for a pleasant lounge experience.

Top

Preliminary Ideation Initial sketches for the table were derived from the idea of a swooping, draped form that looks fluid but is solid and stable.

Design Exploration Through iteration, the curves and overall form of the table became more controlled and functional.

Front

Side

Final Design

Parts Fabrication

Initial testing was carried out to determine the feasibility of the curve for the table top. Vacuum forming using foam molds was then used to create all of the pieces for the table.

Table Assembly

To prepare for final assembly, dominos and splines were used to attach the base pieces. Holes were drilled into the table top and aligned with the top edge of the base for dowel placement to create a secure connection.

Top

Preliminary Profile Study

Front

Design Exploration

Side

Final Design

Parts Fabrication

Once all parts of the chair were vacuum formed, three-dimensional curves were cut out of the arm pieces to wrap around and secure the seat. Veneer was then adhered to both sides and vacuum formed for secure application.

Chair Assembly

Splines were used to strengthen the connection of the arms to the base pieces as well as add visual interest. Red oak dowels were used to secure the arms and legs to the seat in an intentional rhythmic pattern.

The final design combines the wrapping forms and floating seat element while streamlining the form and incorporating detail elements related to the table. The seat creates a soft curve optimized for the human form with a cushion for additional lumbar support. Following the language of the table, cushions sit within the voids under the chair for use and playful appeal. The design is sculptural and functional all at once.

STUDY ABROAD ORVIETO, ITALY | SPRING 2023 As part of my off-campus experience for fourth year, I had the wonderful opportunity to study and live in a small hill-town in Italy called Orvieto.

This fully immersive experience exposed me to a new culture and way of life, as well as offered the ability to study countless precedents that shaped the history of architecture.

Throughout the semester, the program brought us to several major cities and smaller towns throughout Italy and I documented my experiences through sketches and journal entries. I also completed several other projects individually as well as within a group that brought deeper understanding and new challenges that improved my analog design capabilities and creative skills. These projects also facilitated a meaningful relationship with the fabric and culture of a city that I will always cherish.

travel journal sketches

group projects

THANK YOU mcarey@ksu.edu | (219)-816-0099