Interior Design Portfolio

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NAT GUBERNEY

INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO

Interior Design Student

Sheridan College

ABOUT ME

Throughout my educational journey, I have gained a better understanding for the importance of a strong design concept, which allows us to create unique and cohesive spaces that meet each client’s vision. I am passionate about interior design because I truly understand and admire how good design can positively influence the way we feel. I strive to design thoughtful and functional spaces that enhance each user’s experience, while also promoting both sustainability and accessibility.

As an experienced hospitality professional, I have developed an affinity for restaurant and hospitality design. I appreciate the importance of creating memorable and unique experiences within the restaurant industry and I recognize that this begins with designs that elevate and enhance these experiences.

AWARDS & INVOLVEMENT

Student Intern - Figure3. Toronto, ON.

Gensler Student Mentorship Program, 2024 - 2025

LIV Design Student Challenge Winner, 2025

Metropolitan Student Design Challenge Winner, 2024

WindowsWear Student Award Finalist, 2024

ARIDO Student Member

IDC Student Member

NEWH Student Member

01 CROSSROADS: STUDENT COMPETITION

02 SOUS LE VOILE: HOSPITALITY PROJECT

03 ORIGINS: STUDENT COMPETITION

04 FERRAGAMO: RETAIL PROJECT

05 VERITY: CORPORATE PROJECT

06 GLOBAL BUILDS: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

01 CROSSROADS

Winner: LIV Design Student Challenge 2025

1st Place & People’s Choice Award

Collaborative Work with Jenny Bae Huggon & Gigi Dybalski

AUTOCAD, REVIT, INDESIGN & D5 RENDER

LIV Design Studio challenged students in this nationwide competition to create a lobby design that functions as a vibrant third space where residents can naturally connect.

Our lobby, Crossroads, reimagines the condo lobby as a dynamic community hub. Flexible modular seating options and an inviting café help transform everyday encounters into meaningful connections.

Our design was brought to life in Augmented Reality by the LIV Design CG team for the 2025 Toronto Interior Design Show, where we were awarded 1st Place & the People’s Choice Award.

Role & Contributions: Concept development, space planning, 3D model & renderings.

The café elevates the lobby experience by acting as a vibrant center for chance encounters. Thoughtfully designed to inspire and energize throughout the day, the café features layered lighting and comfortable seating options.

A customized window panel features intersecting crossroads, symbolizing the connection of design and community. The dappled sunlight enhances the ambiance and invites a sense of warmth.

The large library wall, complemented by cozy seating, creates an environment that encourages accessible and intergenerational interactions. This flexible area can easily transform into a venue for community events.

At the heart of this concept is an AI powered digital light wall that evolves throughout the day. It integrates local artists’ work, celebrates the community and allows residents to customize lighting and visuals.

LOUNGE

CRITICAL DETAILS

CRITICAL DIMENSIONS

LIV Design Student Challenge

CUSTOM MODULAR SOFA

NTS

MODULAR SEATING 1/2” = 1’-0”

Our lobby furniture includes modular seating designed to accommodate large gatherings by easily unpacking seven additional ottomans for extra seating. When not in use, these ottomans can conveniently be stored beneath the two lounge sofas. They are also lightweight and durable, making them easy for anyone to handle.

LIGHTING INTENT

Our lobby furniture includes modular seating designed to accommodate large gatherings by easily unpacking seven additional ottomans for extra seating. When not in use, these ottomans can conveniently be stored beneath the two lounge sofas. They are also light-

CUSTOM COFFEE BAR NTS

The café provides a range of amenities, including self-serve lattes and hot chocolate, as well as a community library wall. This creates a warm and inviting environment that helps residents feel at home. The lower cabinets conceal a mini fridge stocked with juice and milk for coffee, as well as

02 SOUS LE VOILE

Hospitality Project 2024

Individual & Collaborative Project

Sous le Voile French Bistro offers an intimate, immersive dining experience grounded in connection, where interactive courses and shareable plates unfold like gentle reveals, inviting guests to slow down, discover each layer, and savor the moment together.

Role & Contributions: Responsible for all second level drawings, renderings, & 3D model. Concept development and kitchen plan designed in collaboration with Sarah Bryant.

The bar lounge utilizes layered lighting to create a moody yet vibrant atmosphere, offering a warm and dynamic backdrop for evening drinks and small plates.

BAR LOUNGE

KITCHEN (LOCATED ON 1ST LEVEL) NTS

BAR LOUNGE MEZZANINE

The dining room features soft curves and rounded banquettes that create an inviting atmosphere, encouraging conversation and effortless sharing among guests.

DINING ROOM KEYPLAN

03 ORIGINS

Winner: Metropolitan Student Design Challenge 2024

Collaborative Work with Jenny Bae Huggon & Gigi Dybalski

Metropolitan Hardwood Floors challenged students to create a visual representation of their Clean Floors tagline: Crafted with Conscience. Our booth was built and displayed at the 2024 Interior Design Show and was featured in The National Post, Toronto Sun, & more.

We invited visitors to place a pin on the map to show us their origins.

Role & Contributions: Concept development & AutoCad drawings.

AUTOCAD, REVIT & ENSCAPE

Our immersive experience transformed this installation into a catalyst for meaningful conversations, storytelling, and genuine connections among guests.

IDS INSTALLATION
CORK MAP FEATURE
INSTALLATION SKETCH

04 FERRAGAMO

Luxury Retail Project 2023

Collaborative Project with Sarah Bryant AUTOCAD,

Inspired by Salvatore Ferragamo’s use of form and material, our design concept places emphasis on the relationship between fashion and art. The goal was to create a retail space that mimics the movement and atmosphere of an art gallery and displays Ferragamo’s products as the art pieces.

Role & Contributions: Concept development, space planning, 3D model & renderings.

REVIT & D5 RENDER
FLOOR PLAN - 6,219 SQ FT.
STOREFRONT ELEVATION

The storefront greets shoppers with Ferragamo’s iconic logo and bold brand colours, while creatively showcasing its luxurious products on custom-designed displays.

STOREFRONT

CUSTOM SHELVING INSPIRATION

CUSTOM SHELVING SKETCH

CUSTOM SHELVING RENDER

Guests are invited to sit among the sculptural display shelves as they admire Ferragamo’s handbags or try on shoes.

SCULPTURAL DISPLAYS KEYPLAN

05 VERITY

Finalist: WindowsWear Student Design Award 2024

Corporate Office Project 2024

Collaborative Project with Sarah Bryant AUTOCAD, REVIT & D5 RENDER

Verity is an advertising firm that specializes in representing makeup and skincare brands. This energetic office space has a direct impact on the wellbeing of employees and clients, by utilizing the principles of colour theory to select inviting hues of pinks, blues and greens. These colours were integrated into monochromatic spaces, creating a sense of cohesion and unity throughout the office.

Role & Contributions: Concept development, space planning, 3D model & renderings.

Shades of green are used throughout the café, private offices, and wellness room to create a calming atmosphere. In work environments, green is known to reduce fatigue, ease eye strain, and lower stress by evoking a natural sense of relaxation. To reinforce this effect, we incorporated living plants throughout the office, enhancing the overall freshness and serenity of the space.

Shades of pink are thoughtfully incorporated throughout our reception area, small conference room, meeting room, kitchen, and resource library. This vibrant color was chosen for its ability to inspire creativity and promote innovation.

Shades of blue were utilized within our large conference room, ante room, and marketing work space. While blue is known to have calming and relaxing effects, it can also stimulate the mind to increase focus and productivity, making it an appropriate choice for workstations and collaborative spaces.

06 GLOBAL BUILDS

Queen’s Global Village 2018-2020

Guatemala & El Salvador

While attending Queen’s University, I travelled to Guatemala in February 2019 as a student member of Queen’s Global Village to help build a home for a family in need. I was promoted to President for the 2019-2020 school year, and led a team of ten students to El Salvador to build another family home.

BUILD SITE - EL SALVADOR
TEAM - EL SALVADOR
BUILD SITE - GUATEMALA
TEAM - GUATEMALA

Email: natguberney@gmail.com

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/nat-guberney

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