Interior Design Portfolio

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

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

01 CROSSROADS: STUDENT COMPETITION

02 PARTAGÉ: HOSPITALITY PROJECT

03 ORIGINS: STUDENT COMPETITION

04 FERRAGAMO: RETAIL PROJECT

05 VERITY: CORPORATE PROJECT

06 GLOBAL BUILDS: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

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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.

FLOOR PLAN - 790 SQ FT. NTS

AU G M E N T E D R EA L I T Y E X P E R I E N C E

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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.

CAFÉ

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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

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Challenge

6'

Jenny Bae Huggon, Nat Guberney, & Gigi Dyablski

LIV Design Student Challenge

3'-2"

3'

3'-3"

CRITICAL DETAILS 3'

8'-11"

4'-8"

3'

3'

ELEVATOR ELEVATOR LOBBY LOBBY

Jenny Bae Huggon, Nat Guberney, & Gigi Dyablski LED COVE LIGHTING

CUSTOM MODULAR SOFA NTS

ENTRY VESTIBULE

EXITEXIT TO TO MAILMAIL ROOM ROOM

EXIT TO MAIL ROOM 6'

3'

MODULAR SEATING ELEVATOR LOBBY

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1/2” = 1’-0”

Our lobby furniture includes modular seating designed to accommodate large gatherings by easily EXIT TO unpacking seven additional ottomans for extra seating.

MAIL ROOM When not in use, these ottomans can conveniently be stored beneath the two lounge sofas. They are also lightPENDANT LIGHT weight and durable, making them easy for anyone to handle.

3'

ELEVATOR LOBBY RECESSED COVE LIGHT

CRITICAL DIMENSIONS 3'-2"

3/16” = 1’-0” 3'

3'

ENTRY ENTRY VESTIBULE VESTIBULE

8'-11"

4'-8"

3'-3"

3'

CONCIERGE LIGHT CAFE LIGHT

LIGHTING INTENT NTS

ENTRY VESTIBULE

CROSSROADS LIGHTING INTENT

CUSTOM COFFEE BAR

MODULAR SEATING

ENTRY VESTIBULE COFFEE BAR

1/2” = 1’-0”

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 light-

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

NTS

3/16” = 1’-0”

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PA R TA G É Hospitality Project 2024 Individual Project

AUTOCAD, REVIT & D5 RENDER

Partagé French Bistro is a two-storey dining destination in downtown Toronto, designed to encourage connection.

Rooted in the belief that dining is about shared experiences, the restaurant prioritizes small-group seating and thoughtfully arranged layouts that encourage conversation and ease. The ground level offers a relaxed lounge atmosphere, while the second level features a mezzanine bar and a formal dining room defined by curved booths that create intimacy within an open setting.

Role & Contributions: Responsible for all concept development, drawings, renderings, & 3D modeling.

GROUND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN - 4,100 SQ FT. NTS

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The ground floor offers a relaxed lounge atmosphere, where guests can connect and share plates.

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SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN - 4,735 SQ FT. NTS

FIRST & SECOND LEVEL SECTION NTS

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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.

BA R LO U N G E 11

The mezzanine lounge overlooks the first level bar, creating an atmosphere that encourages lively conversation.

MEZZANINE 12

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

D I N I N G RO O M 13

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ORIGINS Winner: Metropolitan Student Design Challenge 2024 Collaborative Work with Jenny Bae Huggon & Gigi Dybalski

AUTOCAD, REVIT & ENSCAPE

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.

IDS INSTALLATION

RENDERING 14

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

INSTALLATION SKETCH

C O R K M A P F EAT U R E

I D S I N S TA L L AT I O N 15

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FERRAGAMO Luxury Retail Project 2023 Collaborative Project with Sarah Bryant

AUTOCAD, REVIT & D5 RENDER

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.

FLOOR PLAN - 6,219 SQ FT. NTS

STOREFRONT ELEVATION

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

S TO R E F RO N T

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CUSTOM SHELVING INSPIRATION

C U S TO M S H E LV I N G S K E TC H

CUSTOM SHELVING RENDER 18

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

S C U L P T U R A L D I S P L AY S

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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.

MATERIALS MEETING ROOM

PR OFFICE

CAFE CONFERENCE ROOM

PR ASSISTANT

CONFERENCE ROOM

MANAGEMENT OFFICES

MARKETING MANAGER

ANTE AV ROOM

RECEPTION + LOUNGE

MARKETING & COLLAB

CEO OFFICE

ADMIN

PRINTING STATION + QUIET PODS

CFO OFFICE

RESOURCE LIBRARY

CO-OP STUDENTS

WELLNESS

SERVER ROOM

NOT IN SCOPE

STORAGE

LUNCH ROOM

FLOOR PLAN - 10,000 SQ FT. NTS

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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.

CAFÉ

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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.

R EC E P T I O N

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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.

M A R K E T I N G & C O L L A B S PA C E

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G LO B A L B U I L D S 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

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BUILD SITE - GUATEMALA

TEAM - GUATEMALA 25

NAT GUBERNEY

Email: natguberney@gmail.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/nat-guberney