A B O U T M E
My name is Madelyn Alford and I am a 3rd year student at Texas Tech University. I am currently pursing a major in Interior Design, along with getting a minor in General Business and Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management. My pursuit for design has stemmed from a young age. With being exposed to architecture and construction through my father, I have always had the desire to create. While studying, this passion has only grown. My eyes have been opened to the beauty and complexity this career entails. With my strong work ethic and dedication, I design with intent, and differing ideas to projects. Interior Design has given me a unique and creative career and I only hope that I provide meaningful designs to others. My goal is to be able to giveback to the community, such as this career/major has given to me. Within this portfolio, I have provided ideas, sketches, and projects that I have created from the past 3 years.
RESUME
CONTACT
713 - 203 - 4587
mralford11@yahoo.com
2323 Augusta Dr, Apt 13 Houston, Tx 77057
madelynreneedesigns
INVOLVEMENT
International Interior Design Association Member
March 2022 - Current
Chi Omega Fraternity
Member
Banner Committee February 2021 - Current
AWARDS
President's List
Fall 2023
Fall 2022
Fall 2021
Dean’s List
Spring 2022
Spring 2021
Fall 2020
Presidential Scholarship
SKILLS
Adobe Photoshop
AutoCAD
Revit
Hand Drafting/Rendering
Enscape
EDUCATION
Texas Tech University I CIDA Accredited Program
Bachelor of Interior Design
Minor in General Business
Minor in Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sideline Provisions
Lubbock, Texas
Expected May 2025
3 807 GPA
Brand Representative, Keyholder Lubbock, Texas August 2022 - December 2023
Maintained a positive attitude while attending to customers and their wants and needs
Arrived to work ahead of time to get the front of the store ready for the day, and keeping it organized and displayed well throughout my shift
Prepared new inventory to get it ready for the sales floor, along with organizing the items properly for the back of house
Cru Designs
Internship, Remote Missouri City, Texas June 2023 - August 2023, Current
Assisted an interior designer with project ideas and designs, along with attending at home and in store client consultations
Organized incoming inventory as well as researched and communicated directly with vendors concerning product selections
Drafted layouts and elevations, as well as put finished selections/materials together to show clients
Child Care Provider
Child Caretaker Missouri City, Texas January 2018 - August 2020
Maintained close relationships through positive communication
Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects
Kept the house organized and clean during every shift.
THOUSANDOAKSRESORT
A BOUTIQUE WINERY AND RESORT
HOSPITALITY PROJECT SPRING 2024
REVIT AND ENSCAPE
Located in Oregon, Willamette Valley is the home to roaring hills, streaming rivers, and abundant mountain ranges. Stretching for 150 miles long and 60 miles wide, this valley is the home of a boutique resort, hosting 40 guest cottages, a winery, as well as other amenities to properly host and satisfy visitors. Upon arrival, guests were provided complimentary parking throughout their entire stay and were welcomed by beautiful scenery that accompanied the resort. The layout of the resort was divided, with the guest cottages on one side and the public amenities on the other, all connected by pathways. The public complex hosted a winery, restaurant, bar, and a venue to satisfy the guests' wants and needs. On the other side of the resort, there was an abundance of guest cottages to accommodate a wide range of individuals. This area was more secluded to offer privacy and tranquility for guests.
Smooth, easily accessible walkways were built to provide transportation between all the buildings Throughout these walkways, and in between the two main areas and cottages, an outdoor space was provided for guests to enjoy the scenery and get some fresh air. This resort was to be guests' home away from home.
The Thousand Oaks Resort's design emulated the natural scenery of Willamette Valley, drawing inspiration from its lush landscapes. Incorporating hues of green and earth tones, the resort seamlessly blended with its surroundings.
Textural elements like stucco walls and stone accents embraced the rugged beauty of the valley. A contemporary interpretation of western style, infused with subtle adobe influences, immolated the spaces with both refinement and tranquility. This design style paid homage to Willamette Valley's rich cultural heritage, honoring the indigenous communities that once flourished on this land.
P R O J E C T S T A T E M E N T
C O N C E P T S T A T E M E N T
CONCEPTIMAGERY
I T E
Stucco Wall Grande
Stone Flooring Travertine Paver Tile
Wood Flooring Light Brown
Interior Stone Wall Sun Valley Ashlar Veneer
Wood Flooring White Oak Wallpaper Jagged Stripe
Tile Brown Wallpaper Marlborough Downs
Hardwood Flooring Orleans Shaker Oak Wallpaper Secret Garden
COTTAGEA
BEDROOM RENDERING
BEDROOM FUNRITURE AND
MASTER BATHROOM ELEVATION NOT TO SCALE
2ND BATHROOM ELEVATION I NOT TO SCALE
BATHROOM FUNRITURE AND FINISH BOARD
BUNK BED ELEVATION I NOT TO SCALE
WINE CELLAR RENDERING
BAR ELEVATION I NOT TO SCALE
WINE TASTING AND PRODUCTION FURNITURE AND FINISH BOARD
MENS DRESSING ROOM ELEVATION I NOT TO SCALE
WOMENS DRESSING ROOM ELEVATON I NOT TO SCALE
CONCEPTIMAGERY
Y M A T R I X
A D J A C E N C
THE MEANING OF COLOR
Red: passion, anger, energy, fire, activity. Only worn by married women
Saffron: sacred Hindu color. men of god, courage, renunciation
Green: New beginnings, associated with Muslim religion
Yellow: Strong significance to the Indian culture, worn in weddings during Haldi ceremony
DAILY ROUTINE RITUALS
Sunshine is medicine
FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
The traditional Indian household, or joint family, includes three to four living generations following the patriarchal line
R E S E A R C H
Eat together
Share income and property
Worship the same idols
Within each home their is an emphasis on integrity, loyalty, and unity
Every member of the home comes together on important decisions
The family will always support and assist the old during harsh times
RENDEREDFLOORPLANS
RENDEREDBUILDNGSECTIONINOTTOSCALE
BUILDNGSECTONINOTTOSCALE
NAVAJOPROJECT
LIVE/WORK MODULAR HOME
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT FALL 2022
HAND DRAFTED AND RENDERED
A couple, both in their mid-30s, lived a sustainable lifestyle in all aspects. One client was a self-made Navajo textile artist, while the other was a photojournalist who worked for the local newspaper. Due to the pandemic, work and home life had become entangled, and the couple was looking for a way to improve that situation but still maintain the work/home environment. The couple moved into a modular home that acted as both a public-facing area as well as a private living area. There was an equal amount of space for both the residential and workspace, but they did not mix in any way. This home also showcased the Navajo culture. The self-made Navajo textile artist was very proud of her culture and showcased it to share the history and raise awareness of the indigenous people within the Americas. This home hosted a multitude of people, in both the work and living areas, as well as plenty of storage for all their required items. Both areas had all the necessary rooms to ensure this couple could function successfully in both personal and work life.
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P R O J E C T S T A T E M E N T
C O N C E P T S T A T E M E N T
CONCEPTIMAGERY
E N D E R E
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Stucco Wall
Accent Color
THEALBEMARLE
A MULTIPURPOSE SPACE
COMMERCIAL PROJECT FALL 2023
REVIT AND ENSCAPE
Incorporating three spaces into one, Charleston, South Carolina was the home and inspiration for this multifunctional building. The first floor incorporated a cafe along with an art supply store; these two businesses needed to be designed to be functional and seamless within each other, merging the two businesses into one. The second floor was a designated coworking space, and showcased all that Charleston had to offer. It had a studio for all types of artists and designers, along with offices so everyone, of all creative talents, had a chance to utilize the space. This building embraced Charleston’s history and architecture through its design, making it seem that this building and its businesses had been in the city from the start.
harleston is a city filled with historic charm. ith its colonial style in all aspects it maintains s older beauty, but as Charleston grows, specially with this up and coming art district, it ces the fear of losing that charm. Incorporating ese new ideas, with the older elements of harleston, is key. Emphasizing the new and erging it with the old; a seamless transition etween these two differing times. Its warm blue olors will not only be representative of the ties location, but will be accompanied by rich ark bronze accents. The space will emphasize xtures and patterns through its decorations, m, furniture, and other elements. Incorporating e older colonial style throughout the interior, s if going back in time even though its brand ew. It encapsulates the charm Charleston is nown for, but still showcases the new art strict's.
P R O J E C T S T A T E M E N T
C O N C E P T S T A T E M E N T
CONCEPTIMAGERYANDINTENT
ALBEMARLE CAFE MadetoOrder
The intent for the cafe was to make a place that allows for all activities, hanging out with friends, studying, etc. It provided differenttypes/amountsofseatingtoaccommodatethediffering activities. It emulated Charleston’s style/design with bronze fixtures, light blue and neutral coloring throughout, as well as penny tile, and other elements. It became light, open, and airy, bringinginaninvitingfeelingforthespace.
ALBEMARLE ART CreatingBeauty
The intent for the art supply store was to excite and inspire artist upon entering the store. Still encapsulating Charleston’s style, the idea for the space was to make it rich, dark, and moody with bronze accents, dark neutrals and blues, cabinet built ins with textured designs engraved in them. This space provided a sense ofcommunityfortheseindividuals.
ALBEMARLE COLLABORATIONS
ASpaceForTheArts
The intent for the co-working space was to bring together artists anddesignersandgivethemaspacewheretheycanwork,meet clients, and collaborate. The design of the space intended to be inspiring with intricate textures and patterns. It will emulate the colonial style with its furniture, decorations, and materials. This space housed multiple rooms to fit these individuals wants and needstomaintainasuccessfulcareer.
FURNITUREFLOORPLAN
The first floor was a designated space for both the cafe and the art supply store. The cafe accommodated up to 50 guests and provided a variety of seating both inside and outside. It was able to serve these guests with various types of coffees, teas, and pastries, beautifully displayed at the counter The art supply store hosted all of the necessities for an artist to successfully create, done through multiple types of display areas. Both areas had their own offices and break rooms so the employees could escape the busy workload. The intent for this space as a whole was to showcase both sides of the colonial style that Charleston is known for the light and airy side along with the rich and dark side. Each space was designed not only to complement each other but to have their own individual aesthetics When people entered and explored these two businesses, they were meant to
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Thoughtful Lounge Seating Coalesse
PH Philly Booth Falcon
Back of House
Men's Bathroom 9. Janitors Closet 10 Mechanical Room 11. Loading Doc 12.
Stackable Wood X Back Wood Chair
Vintage Drafting Table
Studio Designs Inc.
Poderosa Chair
Studio Designs Inc
CH327 Dining Table
Carl Hansen & Son
Elbow Chair CH20
Carl Hansen & Son
The second floor was the home to a co-collaboration space. It provided opportunities for designers, architects, artists, photographers (occupations within the creative arts world) to enter a space and collaborate amongst like-minded individuals. This was a professional space for people to meet with clients and work on projects without interruption from the outside world. The co-collaboration space had studios, private offices, group offices, conference rooms, meeting spaces, and more It had all of the wants and needs that creative occupations needed to provide great quality work without having to be confined to a singular space all day every day. Along with the first floor, the intent for the merge between the two floors was to make it a seamless transition but to also maintain its own aesthetic for its intended purpose all while encompassing
E N D E R E D
Porcelain Tile
Bedrosians Tile and Stone
Vivace Roads - In the color Atlanticflooring in the lobby
Porcelain Tile
TileClub
Eastern White Circle Marble Tileflooring in the cafe
Porcelain Tile
TileBar
Bond in the color Excalibur - flooring in the retail space and bathroom
Porcelain Tile
TileBar
Art Geo Cement Dos by Elizabeth
Sutton in the color navy Lay them out as diamonds - flooring for second level
Wood Floor
Koroseal Interior Products
Walnut, American Quarter Cut
Borders the Art Geo Cement Dos Tile - flooring for second level
E N D E R E D
Porcelain Tile Porcelanosa Calacatta Gold PanelCountertops
Williams Lullaby - SW9136
of Mist - SW9166
Sherwin
Sherwin Williams
Sherwin Williams
S K L E V A T
RECEPTIONDESKHANDSKETCHED
CAFECOUNTERHANDSKETCHED
CAFECOUNTERELEVATON NOTTOSCALE
RETAILDISPLAYHANDSKETCHED
RETAILDISPLAYELEVATIONINOTTOSCALE
BEHIND THE SKETCHES
When putting my designs and ideas together for this project, I wanted to provide unique and intricate pieces that fit the colonial style that was present throughout all of the spaces. It was important to me to be able to accurately portray the custom built ins. After doing research and drawing out a multitude of ideas, I decided that I wanted each piece to be simple but elegant. Each piece is made out of a dark wood, and has detailing on all its surfaces. This detailing includes wood rectangular paneling, with a simple design within it. Each piece also has trim on both the bottom and top of the built in. When designing these, I didn't want it to be overwhelming but I also didn't want it to be bland.
LIGHTINGSTATEMENT R
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