PORTFOLIO
MANUELA VASCONCELOS
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
B.OF DESIGN EXPECTED SPRING 2025
About Me
I am presently registered at the University of Florida and am seeking employment opportunities to enhance my skills, acquire further expertise in the field, and contribute as a valuable team member. I aim to find a role where I can be productive, efficient, and demonstrate my passion for the work, showcasing a proactive approach.
My approach when developing my projects involves a through examination and analysis of space, delving into the user of the space and identifying common challenges within such environments. Understanding the client's needs is a priority to me and serves as a starting aspect of the project. As I commence the design phase, I integrate the insights gathered from previous studies, shaping the space's story and ensuring that the design caters to the specific requirements of the users. My ultimate objective is to create an environment where individuals feel not only welcomed but also a seamless part of the space.
Education
Associates of Arts
Valencia College
2019-2021
-A.A. Degree on General Studies on Spring of 2021
-Part of Bridges to Success Program
Bachelor’s Degree (Expected Spring 2025)
University of Florida
Currently Enrolled
-Bachelor of Design (expected Spring 2025)
-Part of Interior Design Club
-Study Abroad-Detmold, Germany Summer 2024
Awards
University of Florida
-Dean’s List 2023-2024
IIDA
-Portfolio Award: Best Space Planning
Technical Skills
Revit
Sketchup
Rhino
Enscape
AuroCAD
Photoshop
Microsoft Office
Google Suite
Construction Documents
Detail Drawings Space Planning
Model Making
Building & ADA Codes
Lighting Design Principles
Work Experience
Freelance Drafting
Orlando, FL
Jan 2020-PRESENT
Take measurements of the residence
Elevate the floor plan in Autocad and Revit
Use Sketchup for 3D projects
Furnishing
Interior Design Consultant
Saccaro Orlando & Design Plus- Orlando, FL
Apr 2021-Nov 2021
Autocad Projects
Prepare PowerPoint presentations for clients.
Present Projects
Pricing fixtures and furniture to help generate accurate costs.
Create relationship with designers.
Follow up with clients.
Sell Furniture.
Help clients with design decisions.
Interior Design Assistant
Primo Homes Developers- Orlando,Fl.
Nov 2021-Dec 2022
Make Flooring Layout in AutoCAD and PowerPoint.
Quote/Order Materials and Samples.
Help clients make decisions.
Work with Buildertrend.com.
Construction follow-up.
Make sample boards.
Follow Budget.
Interior Design Assistant
Arthur Rutenberg Homes-Gainesville, FL
Jan 2023-Feb 2024
-Flooring Layout in Autocad and PowerPoint
-Quote/Order Materials and Samples
-Help clients make decisions
-Coordinate Installation
-Make sample boards
-Follow Budget
-Contact Vendors
-Make Proposals
Design Drafter
Zero Latitude-Orlando, FL
Aug 2024-PRESENT
-Detailed Elevations
-Create Spec Books for Clients
-Translate 2D floor plans to Sketchup Models
-Communicate with Clients
Involvements
Interior Design Club
NEXT STEELCASE
ORLANDO HEALTH
DIGESTIVE INSTITUTE
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
DESIGN CONCEPT: Creativity is the ability to see things from a different perspective and innovate on ideas. In design thinking, to identify problems that need to be solved, creativity is crucial. And one of the main problems encountered in design firms is lack of innovative designs. A lot of psychologists believe that returning to your imaginative, childlike self will aid in regaining a "thinking outside the box" mentality. I made the decision to base my design concept on the four stages of creation, which are similar to the 4 elements of nature.
INSPIRATION BOARD:
PROJECT GOAL:
For this new office they wanted to know what OUR generation would want in a future office that will also consider the functional needs and experiences of the entire team who represent other generations.
STUDIO: Fall 2023
PROJECT TEAM: Manuela Vasconcelos PROGRAMS USE: -Revit -Enscape -Photoshop LOCATION: DALLAS, TX
SQ FOOT: 13,000
PROCESS DRAWINGS
Nasco Stone +
Agglo Fenice
Patcraft Honey Oak
Ege Carpets
Reform Transition
Tarkett Hospitality Marsh Tide
This floor plan was created primarily to accommodate the clients' requests for the designers to work in the same area and to provide spaces specifically for each design team (commercial, health care, and residential).
WORK MODES
SECTION A’-A
RESEARCH
Childhood provides a fertile ground for creativity to flourish by fostering imagination, curiosity, experimentation, and more. It was decided to add a game room to the office space for breaks and creativity Smith, J. (2021).
A reception area situated in a prime location near the elevator. Serves as a gateway to the organization, offering convenience, guidance and hospitality to visitors from the moment they step foot into the building. Smith, J., & Lee, R. (2020).
Utilize the area beneath the stairs to establish a resource and printing zone Williams, P., & Taylor, S. (2022).
Collaboration spaces are essential in design offices. It fosters communication, creativity, teamwork, problemsolving, ultimately contributing to the success of design projects and the satisfaction of team members Williams, P., & Taylor, S. (2022).
WORK SPACE
WORK CAFE
MEZZANINE FLOOR PLAN KEY
1.Reception
2.Private Office
3.Workstations
4.Client Presentation
5.Meeting Rooms
6.Hubble Rooms
7.Phone Rooms
8.Work Cafe
9.Training Classroom
10.Mother’s Room
11.Wellness Room
, creating a supportive environment where both patients and staff can thrive. Inspired by Florida’s natural terrain, the space features consistent and engaging wayfinding techniques that guide visitors seamlessly through the facility. By blending elements of the local landscape with advanced technology, we aim to enhance the experience of everyone in our care, ensuring that each moment spent within our walls is both comforting and uplifting.
INSPIRATION BOARD:
PROJECT GOAL:
The purpose is that the institute provides advanced endoscopy services that includes diagnostic and interventional endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), advanced tissue resection to include endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), radiofrequency ablation (RFA), luminal stenting and hemostasis for gastrointestinal bleeding.
STUDIO: Fall 2024
PROJECT TEAM:
M.Vasconcelos
O. Grinage
N.Manrique
S. Pelgar
M.Miller
PROGRAMS USE: -Revit -Enscape -Photoshop LOCATION: Orlando, FL SQ FOOT: 32,000
Graphic Scale
MEANS OF EGRESS PLAN:
MATERIALS CONCEPT:
CONSIDERATIONS:
GREENGUARD Gold
Certificate
BLEACH CLEANABLE
High traffic areas usage
Sustainability
PROCESS WORK
PHYSICIAN WORK
BACK LIT ROOM NUMBERS
FOR NURSES TO EASILY SEE WHEN PATIENTS NEED ASSISTANCE
WHITE: UNOCCUPIED BAY
GREEN: OCCUPIED BAY AND PATIENT
DOES NOT NEED ASSISTANCE
RED: OCCUPIED BAY AND PATIENT NEEDS ASSISTANCE
encourages connectedness and communication among team members. to monitor more effectively and maintain situational awareness. (Zamani et al., 2023)
CONNECTING
CLEANSUITE MODULES
CLEANSUITE exceeds ASHRAE Standard 170 through its proven technology and design practices. It integrates key connection points while coordinating all architectural and MEP requirements.
FGI GUIDELINES:
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SHARPS CONTAINER
HAND SANITIZER DISPENSER
ENDOSCOPY CART
PHARMACEUTICAL DISPENSING SYSTEM
UTILITY SINK
ULTRASOUND MACHINE
SOAP DISPENSER
TECHNICAL DESK
HANDWASH SINK
WASTER RECEPTACLE
HAMPER STAND
Nurses Surgeons Anesthesiologists
HOTEL-THE LEDGE HOTEL
THE LEDGE HOTEL
DESIGN CONCEPT:
THE CENTER OF BUSINESS NEGOTIATIONS
Inspired by the commerce, negotiations, and history of Nashville’s iconic 5th Avenue, The Ledger Hotel combines refined sophistication with a touch of modern art. Rich color palettes and intricate design details evoke a sense of timeless luxury, while the warmth of a southern home. Subtle tributes to the city’s storied past are thoughtfully integrated, from curated artwork and storytelling spaces to the use of indigenous woods like oak and hickory, creating a harmonious blend of heritage and modernity.
The name “The Ledger Hotel” comes from a creative nod to the tools of trade and business. Designed with business travelers in mind, the hotel offers an inspiring space to negotiate, network, and work seamlessly with Nashville's thriving business community. This hotel bridges the practicality of modern business needs with the cultural and artistic essence of the city, creating an atmosphere that is both functional and deeply rooted in Nashville's heritage.
INSPIRATION BOARD:
PROJECT GOAL:
The Ledge Hotel in Nashville is a hospitality concept designed specifically for business travelers, offering an environment that serves as an extension of their workplace while also celebrating the city's rich commercial history. Guided by four primary design drivers—flexibility, guest experience, wayfinding, and local identity— the hotel creates a dynamic and inclusive experience that supports both productivity and relaxation.
STUDIO: Spring 2025
PROJECT TEAM: M.Vasconcelos
PROGRAMS USE: -Revit -Enscape -Photoshop LOCATION: Nashville, TN
SQ FOOT:
PROGRAMMING
STACKING DIAGRAM
When designing the hotel floor plans, three key drivers were prioritized: flexibility, the guest experience, and a strong sense of local identity, all while facilitating effective wayfinding. The first and second floors are designated as public areas, serving as primary spaces to showcase the hotel's concept and narrative. These floors feature a variety of amenities, including restaurants, retail outlets, a coffee shop, and an art gallery, all contributing to the hotel's story and enhancing the overall guest experience.
RECEPTION & LOBBY
DARK WALNUT ACOUSTIC SLAT PANELS
FEIZY BRIXTON ATLANTIC CARPET
DARK WALNUT WOOD
ZEN GRAIN FABRIC
RECEPTION DESK
The Ledger Hotel in Nashville is a hospitality concept designed specifically for business travelers, offering an environment that serves as an extension of their workplace while also celebrating the city's rich commercial history.
LOBBY
ELEVATOR LOBBY
THE LEDGER-ROOM-RESTAURANT & BAR
The restaurant was designed of Nashville’s early commerce elements around the columns agricultural roots, while the feeling of being inside a train development as a major railroad the capital of
designed around the concept commerce story. Tree-shaped columns symbolize the city’s the interior evokes the train — a nod to Nashville’s railroad hub and its rise as Tennessee.
ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN
ADA accessibility is integrated throughout, from table and bar heights to circulation paths. A flexible gallery space adjacent to the restaurant accommodates social spillover or event staging.
HOST DESK
BEDROOMS CORRIDOR:
Placing carpet in front of hotel room doors improves functionality by reducing noise from foot traffic and luggage wheels, enhancing guest comfort and sleep quality (Karagöz, S., & Köseoglu, M. A., 2020).
SIGNAGE DETAILS
TYPICAL GUESTROOM CORRIDOR VIEW
the Cain-Sloan Room (a hostel-style space promoting guest choice and control), the Harvey Room (a standard hotel offering with flexible bed options), and the Woolworth Apartment (a spacious suite ideal for private meetings or extended stays).
MEN’S 4 BED ROOM (ADA)
4 BED ROOM (ADA)
ALL-GENDER 4 BED ROOM (ADA)
PRIVATE 4 BED ROOM (ADA)
WOMEN’S
CAIN-SLOANROOM
1 QUEEN BED (ADA)
HARVEYROOM
WOOLWORTH ROOM-APARTMENTSTYLE
2 QUEEN BEDS 1 KING BED (ADA)
CONNECTING ROOMS (ADA)
CAIN SLOAN ROOM
ENLARGED FLOOR PLAN
AXO VIEW
MSI MARINO - 5" X 10" WALL TILE
CAMBRIA QUARTZ BRASS RIDGE
HANDLOOM WALLPAPER
LAMINATE SHEET IN PALISADES OAK
CERAMIC TILE QUEEN CLASSIC CHECK WALLPAPER
BATHROOM
HARVEY ROOM
Studies show that layered lighting—including ambient, task, and accent lighting—improves functionality and contributes to a more personalized and restful guest experience (Miller & Lu, 2020)
BRUSHED GOLD ALUMINUM
CHECKERED LINEN FABRIC
WOOD SLAT ACOUSTICAL PANEL
LANISTER TAUPE WALLPAPER
WOOLWORTH ROOM
WOOLWORTH GATHERING AREA
WOOLWORTH ROOM
WOOLWORTH BATHROOM
PROJECT GOAL: Situated in Cali, Colombia, the "Le Tour" Food Market and Restaurant features an open-space design that maximizes the spatial boundaries to establish a cohesive mass. The central area is dedicated to markets and a seamless flow of people. The design incorporates light colors complemented by accent dark tones, with a vertical structure and varying ceiling heights.
Le Tour
Texture is incorporated into floorings and walls, embracing an industrial aesthetic. Ultimately, "Le Tour" offers a unique ambiance, providing visitors with an experience reminiscent of European colonial culture, evoking a sense of being outside Colombia.
DESIGN CONCEPT: Provide top-tier artisanal products at affordable prices by establishing a direct connection between producers and distributors. Bring to the clients an entire experience with the food. Starting with the products, to the way is produced to finally trying them.
STUDIO:
Spring 2023
MARKET RESTAURANTS AND MORE
PROJECT TEAM: Manuela Vasconcelos PROGRAMS USE:
-Sketchup -Enscape
-Photoshop LOCATION: CALI, COLOMBIA 04
1. Seating Area
2 French Pastries
3. Spanish Tapas
4. Portuguese Food
5. Italian Food
6. Food Market
7. Cooking Class
8. Winery/ Events Room
Passing through the restaurants area you will locate the Food Market. This is where all the international products used to prepare the delicious dishes will be for sale. People will be able to take some of this experience and culture home.
BAKERY & RESTAURANTS
MATERIALS AND FURNITURE
The Space has two entries. The first entry faces the Wine Tasting Room. In the wine tasting room, there are different types of wines from all around Europe. Here people will be able to experience some wine tasting and choose the ones they want to take home. Also, this room is available for people to rent for work events. The design decision of this room is inspired by the very famous Italian wineries, with the curved and bricked ceiling giving the feeling of an underground space.
BATHROOM DETAIL DRAWINGS ADA
