Olivia Everett | ASID 2025 Student Portfolio Competition

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

OLIVIA EVERETT Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design | The University of Arkansas Undergraduate | Graduating May 2025

HELLO! My name is Olivia Everett, and I am a fourth-year interior architecture and design student at the University of Arkansas. Growing up in Kansas City, I was immersed in its thriving artistic culture of museums and performance venues, developing a strong appreciation for the arts. I dedicated much time to music, dance, photography, and drawing, finding gratification in creative expression and putting my mind and hands to work.

My passion for design developed through music. Since the age of eleven, I studied violin and was the concertmaster of the Youth Symphony of Kansas City throughout high school. Music not only taught me discipline, dedication, leadership, and collaboration, but it also exposed me to enriching architecture and cultural experiences, including performing at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art, and touring across Ireland and Austria with the orchestra. Design gained an entirely different perspective through the lens of music: sleek wood that carries sound waves, cushioned seats that support attentive listeners, and focal lighting that directs attention to the center stage. These experiences demonstrated how space can impact a person and be transformed through creative expressions, whether it be music, dancing, acting, singing, or any other act.

Having had the opportunity to travel and study abroad, I have become fascinated with the cultural and historical impact on design, leading me to pursue a minor in history of architecture and design.

Space is so much more than the occupation of people and objects; it tells a story and influences a way of life. Seeing different cultures and how they interact with space and their environments has allowed me to develop an evidence-based, holistic design approach, striving to create meaningful solutions that not only meet client needs but also produce inclusive and sustainable environments. With a rise in existing, unused space, I believe all space, regardless of its time, style, or purpose, has adaptive potential, if one is willing to uncover its past and seek self-conscious solutions. My love for history gives me an appreciation for the old, sometimes unnoticed, unappreciated space, and it is my hope through design to create the same vision for others, for the benefit of our communities and environment.

As a designer, human experience and environmental impact are imperative, and it is my responsibility to make design choices that benefit the health, safety, and overall well-being of space. I remember the cold, sterile practice rooms I utilized during violin competitions and how they seemed to evoke more anxiety and discomfort due to the CMU walls and unpleasant lighting. The same goes for classroom settings with little color and unsupportive seating, lacking focal stimulation and comfort.

Space should never be the cause of distress or harmful conditions, and my heart for others pushes me to center design around client needs and respect existing cultural and environmental settings.

Like the joys and satisfaction that the arts have given me, I hope to provide the same results through design and create significant experiences for others.

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OUTDOOR LIBRARY

OLIVIA EVERETT

Studio VI | Spring 2024

oeverett@uark.edu

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913-484-7399

Studio V | Fall 2023 Page 06-08

SENIOR RESIDENCE Studio IV | Spring 2023 Page 09-11

CURSIVE CHAIR Advanced Studio | Fall 2024 Page 12-13

University of Arkansas Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design

DLR Group | Overland Park, Kansas

June 2022 & January-May 2024

History of Interior Design

Central Saint Martins | University of the Arts London

January-May 2024

Assisted 70+ students in their 2nd-year History of Interior Design course Helped with attendance, prepared study sessions, & graded exams Fay Jones School Summer Design Camp

Study Abroad: 3-week course in photography

June 2022

Assistant for high school students participating in camp Helped with daily lessons and field trips

July 2023

Johnson County Community College

Journalism School Renovation

Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Associate of Science in General Sciences

Team project that re-designed several spaces within the School of Journalism at the University of Arkansas Produced renderings, plans, and elevations and presented to the client

President’s Honor Roll List Spring 2018-Spring 2021 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society GPA 4.0 -Summa Cum Lauda

Center for Educational Access (CEA) Note-Taker

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

University of Arkansas June 2024

The scholarship is the largest and most prestigious award within interior design education, supporting senior interior design students.

April 2024

For the student with the highest academic record from the school.

April 2024

For a student who has demonstrated interest in historic preservation.

Fall 2022Spring 2023

Youth Symphony of Kansas City

National Scholastic Honor Society for Architecture and Design majors

Order of Omega Leadership Honor Society University of Arkansas

2023-present

Top 3% of Greek Life members displaying scholarship, leadership, and involvement on campus

American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) University of Arkansas

2022-present

Phi Mu Alpha Beta Fraternity University of Arkansas

2022-present

Bid Day Assistant for 2023 Recruitment Academic Committee Member

Tau Sigma Honor Society University of Arkansas

2022-present

SKILLS August 2015March 2020

Kansas City, Kansas

August 2019-March 2020

Assisted the Overture Orchestra for weekly rehearsals Prepared music, assisted with tuning, and led violin sectionals Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster

2024-present

Honor Society for transfer students

50 hours per semester - 100 hours earned in total Help CEA students by submitting weekly class notes

Internship

University of Arkansas

Student Officer - Mentor/Mentee Chair SeptemberDecember 2023

University of Arkansas | Fayetteville, Arkansas

2018-2021

Cyrus Sutherland Historic Preservation Alliance Scholarship

Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society

May-August 2024 & December 2024

University of Arkansas | Fayetteville, Arkansas

Minor of History of Architecture and Design Chancellor and Dean’s List Spring 2022-Fall 2024 GPA 4.0

University of Arkansas Presidential Scholarship

Design Internship

Fay Jones School Teaching Assistant

2022- Expected Graduation May 2025

Donghia Foundation Senior Scholarship

INVOLVEMENT

Supported the K-12 sector, working on SD, DD, and CD phases for various schools, including renovation and new-build projects Attended weekly educational meetings, expanding employee knowledge on design, architecture, and engineering topics Collaborated with architects and engineers throughout project phases

EDUCATION

NEXT DESIGN OFFICE

WORK & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

2015-2019 (3 years as concertmaster)

1st recipient of the Tiberius Klausner Endowed Concertmaster Chair Toured Austria - June 2018 and Ireland - June 2016

Modeling Revit, Rhino, Laser-Cutting, 3D Printing, Wood Shop

Graphics InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Enscape, Lightroom, Canva

Other Microsoft Office, Conceptboard, Mural, Virtual Reality, Hand-Sketching

GOALS & STRATEGIES

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OUTDOOR LIBRARY

Course: Studio VI | Spring 2024 Media: Revit, Enscape, Adobe Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Project Size: 13,200 sq-ft Awards: 2024 Angelo Donghia Foundation Senior Student Scholarship Located in an existing building on 346 N West Avenue in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the Library of Things project was proposed to enhance the Fayetteville Public Library’s core services and contributions to the community. Considering the recreational activities and destinations within the “natural state,” Ark Outdoors is intended to bridge together resources, access to gear and equipment, and community involvement to improve overall outdoor engagement and well-being. The project concept is Bridging Interconnection, which came about through the site analysis that revealed an interconnection between the site and outdoor destinations. Based on the five design goals, the library focuses on interconnecting outdoors, learning, and community.

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Foster Outdoor

Foster Outdoor Engagement in Engagement Fayetteville/ in Northwest Fayetteville/ Arkansas Region Northwest Arkansas Region

offer classes to teach the community how to confidently operate equipment provide inviting outdoor space for patrons and staff to utilize host community group events - bike buddies, trash clean up, golf club, etc.

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Select Materials Select Materials that Celebrate that Celebrate Sustainable and Sustainable and Local Resources

Local Resources

research and select local materials such as limestone, pine, quartz, etc. decrease energy consumption, including heating and cooling through sun control collect and promote items with recycled/sustainable materials

1. Check In/Out 2. Retail 3. Reception Area 4. Bike Collection 5. Bike Repair/Storage 6. Boat Collection 7. Boat Repair/Cleaning

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Enhance Worker Enhance Worker and Volunteer and Volunteer Experience

Experience through Flexible Space and Storage

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Environment through Wayfinding

efficient organization of collection categories appropriate and stimulating lighting flexible/adjustable spaces and storage volunteer and locker room space access to healthy food in a building or local community complex

8. Scout’s Snacks 9. Outdoor Patio 10. Mechanical 11. Restroom 12. Elevator 13. Egress Stairs

Create an Age, Create an Age, Disability, and Disability, and Gender Inclusive Gender Inclusive Environment

wayfinding and optimum clearance in aisles variety of sizes in items and varying heights of counters, racks, and seating energetic colors and bold wording

14. Research Station 15. Book Collection 16. Map Archive 17. Collaboration Room 18. Admin Offices 19. Admin Lockers

Promote Health

Promote Health and Wellness and Wellness through Design through Outdoor Connection and Natural Lighting

increase natural lighting through skylights and openings open stairwells to encourage walking inviting colors to promote positive energy outdoor space such as open-air patios

20. Rock Climbing Wall 21. Hiking Collecton 22. Golf Collection 23. Putting Green 24. Storage 25. Camping Collection

LIBRARY COLLECTION The project began with a series of collages that influenced the library collection. Through each collage, a common theme was found, movement, which is emphasized through continuous pieces of rope. These outdoor activities are important because they promote human body movement while encouraging us to connect with our natural surroundings. Each collage represents the collection catagories within the library - boating, hiking, biking, golfing, and camping.

Inspired by the concept model, the center opening is the bridge between the space programs, with the stairway and catwalks allowing patrons to interconnect among the surrounding collections. Entering on the west side of the building, the first floor is designated for larger, heavier collections, including boating and biking. The second floor is designated for administration as well as books and research, with archives of old maps of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and the Ozarks. The third floor is designated for smaller collections, including golfing, hiking, and camping, as well as learning stations, including a rock-climbing wall and a putting green pad to try out the collections.

SKYLIGHT

SURROUNDING SITE PLAN

The concept model was derived from the collages and is a metaphorical representation of the interconnection between the site and outdoor destinations. Space planning represents the model in 2D, and the shaping of space represents the model in 3D.

GOLFING COLLECTION

CONCEPT MODEL

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SECTION

BUILDING AXON

BIKING COLLECTION

OUTDOOR PATIO & BOAT SHOP

RECEPTION AREA

BOOKS & RESEARCH

Material selection further promotes wellness and sustainability, consisting primarily of wood, concrete, and flagstone. Selected for its lightweight, inexpensive qualities, pine and whitewood make up the majority of the custom casework, as well as wall and ceiling elements. Concrete is applied in all collection spaces, as it is durable and easy to clean. Finally, flagstone is applied in major circulation areas, providing texture and wayfinding

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WAYFINDING & TRASH/RECYCLE STATION

SCOUT’S SNACKS

BOOKSHELF MILLWORK MODEL + CDs

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NEXT DESIGN OFFICE

BIOPHILIC PRINCIPLES The office represents this goal through its fluid, open layouts, transparent enclosures, and inviting atmospheres through local wood materials, biophilia, and abundant natural light for health and wellness benefits. The space is primarily focused on biophilic principles, promoting health and wellness as it is the “innate human instinct to connect with nature and other living beings.” Due to the social impact of the COVID pandemic, creating a holistic environment is imperative to attract Gen Z. A space defined by these principles is physically and mentally beneficial, improving cognition, anxiety, energy, mood, and stress.

Course: Studio V | Fall 2023 Media: Revit, Enscape, Adobe Location: Dallas, Texas Project Size: 11,000 sq-ft (3rd floor) Awards: Studio Semi-Finalist

CUSTOM LIGHTING

Founded in 1976 in Los Angeles, California, NEXT is a global firm that values innovative collaboration with leading clients apart of corporate workplace, healthcare, education, aviation, hospitality, and sports. The company's core value is to put sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion first, allowing their team to embrace unique mindsets and creativity. This office desires a holistic environment, considering ergonomics, safety, and privacy for the well-being of the team and clientele.

The concept of this project is Cultivating Connection. Cultivation is the process of fostering the growth of something. Here at NEXT, it is a goal to cultivate strong relationships between employees, clientele, and the community for a deeper sense of connection.

perforated wood paneling

wood surface mount

MAIN LEVEL RCP

MEZZANINE LEVEL RCP

MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN

MEZZANINE LEVEL FLOOR PLAN

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1. elevator hall 2. reception & waiting 3. lifts 4. private offices 5. workstations 6. client presentation room 7. huddle rooms 8. phones booths 9. resource centers 10. meeting rooms 11. design library 12. VR station 13. innovatioin lab 14. outdoor terrace 15. work cafe 16. work cafe lounge 17. wellnes area 18. mother's room 19. walker room 20. training classroom

SITE ANALYSIS

DESIGN CHARRETTES

The ceiling is a connective element to provide diffuse, ambient lighting. Curving into major sections of the space, it draws attention and pulls people into all parts of the building.

NEXT is a single-profit organization with 27 office locations and 3000 employees. A new office location for 46 new employees is to be built in Dallas, TX right in the heart of the design district.

The site is a 15-story office building, in which 46 NEXT employees will be located on the 3rd floor, approximating 11,000sq-ft.

The overall shape is inspired by biophilia and the logo design, creating a unified design element that can be implemented throughout the entire space.

CONCEPT MODEL

PROGRAM CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

Culture is who you are and who is around you. Bringing different cultures together can foster a diverse community, offering a rich input of respect and knowledge.

The company values clarity among its colleagues, requiring defined goals through communication, organization, and focus.

Accessibility and inclusivity is imperative for a comfortable workplace. Comfort is also found in flexible and personalized spaces to empower an individualized team.

Collaboration is an opportunityto foster relationships through supportive leadership. A positive work environment encourages healthy work ethics and innovative ideas.

RECEPTION & LOBBY

ELEVATOR HALLWAY Ivy wall - easy indoor plant that does not require much heat or light to survive; good for allergy/ asthma sufferers

Easy to clean hard surfaces

Wood surfaces improve indoor air quality & acoustics

Carpets to improve acoustics & create comfortability

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RECEPTION ELEVATIONS

Sustainable fabrics that are free of harmful substances

Refreshing, calm color palette

USER PROFILES

PROGRAM CONCEPT APPLICATION

It is important that people of all ages, positions, and backgrounds feel accommodated for throughout the space.

This caused me to consider ADA-compliant design, spatial variety, acoustics, lighting, and wayfinding when desiging the space to ensure that every employee and guest feel comfortable and productive.

AGE: 30 POSITION: Corporate Interior Designer PROFILE: Uses a wheelchair; prefers to make meals and switch worspaces.

CLIENT PRESENTATION ROOM GABE

AGE: 22 POSITION: Architecture Intern PROFILE: Recent graduate; prefers collaborative spaces and enjoys working out.

TRAINING CLASSROOM NEXT values culture, clarity, comfort, and collaboration within its workplace, fostering a diverse, focused, and supportive communal environment.

LUCY The selection of biophilia includes green walls and ceilings, present in the reception, stairway, elevator hallway, and wellness area. Builtin planters are also present in the work cafe lounge, client presentation room, workstations, and training classroom, as well as plant personalization in private offices.

These values are reflected through branding, material selection, signage and wayfinding, lighting, flexible and private spaces, acoustic control, and advanced technology, including integrated screens and virtual reality stations.

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WORKSTATIONS

WORK CAFE

AGE: 35 POSITION: Project Coordinator for Healthcare Sector PROFILE: New mom; prefers sunny and quiet spaces to concentrate.

PADMA AGE: 51 POSITION: Education Design Director PROFILE: Collaborative worker; utilizes work space and hands-on tools often.

WORK CAFE LOUNGE

CHIP

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SENIOR RESIDENCE

Course: Studio IV | Spring 2023 Media: Revit, Enscape, Adobe Location: Paderborn, Germany Project Size: 135,000 sq-ft The Atrium Senior Residence is a community for aging in place. There are 50 residential suites with 37 single suites and 13 double suites. Situated in the heart of Paderborn, Germany, the site features a variety of nearby amenities, as well as public and private amenities within the residence.

The private amenities include a library, gym and Pilates studio, outdoor pool, and rooftop garden.

The public amenities include a restaurant and bar, courtyard fresh market, rooftop cafe, game room, and performance hall. With long staff hours, the residence also features a staff kitchen and lounge, conference room, offices, bathroom and showers, and a private patio.

THIRD FLOOR

Latticework is the concept for this project which focuses on the crossovers between community, accessibility, health, and nature. Community is created through communal spaces such as the fresh market, gym, outdoor pool, and dining & lounge amenities. Accessibility is created through elevator access, ADA kitchens and bathrooms, and wayfinding through different colored floors.

Health is created through natural materials that promote healthy indoor air quality and amenities that encourage exercise and interaction. Nature is created through abundant sunlight, planting, and amenities that bring residents outside.

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FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

PUBLIC VS. PRIVATE NORTH-EAST SECTION PERSPECTIVE

VERTICAL CIRCULATION

SITE MODEL

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SITE ANALYSIS

Because of the lack of nearby markets, a fresh market brings a unique sense of community to the courtyard and gives residents access to fresh produce from the comfort and vicinity of their home.

The space is equipped with custom hanging awnings and trees for adequate shading.

The former 17th-century Capuchin monastery served as a hospital till 1841. The site has many nearby shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars, as well as several cultural and civic amenities. Being an active city, Paderborn offers sports and outdoor activities and is easy to get around with its many pedestrian and bike paths.

COURTYARD

COURTYARD AXON

SINGLE RESIDENCE

CORRIDOR

RESTAURANT AXON

THE LATTICE RESTAURANT & BAR The restaurant and bar is located on the second floor, offering easy access from the front stairs and a scenic view to the firstfloor pool and patio below. The third-floor rooftop cafe and game room is also accessible from the restaurant.

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Bringing outdoor qualities indoors, this project seeks to improve mental and physical health through warm, welcoming tones, abundant natural light, lively patterns, and natural materials, including wood, stone, brick, cotton fabrics, and indoor greenery.

BATHROOM

MATERIAL PALETTE

SINGLE RESIDENCE PLAN & RCP

DOUBLE RESIDENCE PLAN & RCP

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Ergonomic Comfort

CURSIVE CHAIR

Visual & Tactile Softness

Natural Colors & Wood Finish

Course: Advanced Studio | Fall 2024 Media: Rhino, Adobe, Wood Shop DESIGN GOALS

A flowing profile of uninterrupted movement.

The cursive chair is inspired by Scandinavian modern design and its simple, minimal design features, celebrating the natural qualities of wood and clean craftsmanship.

During iterative design and precedent study, I was drawn to curved profiles, desiring a comfortable, ergonomic lounge chair. Aside from ergonomics, I desired a chair that would not only be visually soft with elegant curves and light colors, but tactilely soft with a fabric-woven seat and seat back

PROFILE

The M-like profile of the chair carries the weight of the seat and seat back, creating a flowing, uninterrupted sense of movement. Armrests provide additional support for the intended user.

INSPIRATION

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SKETCHES

BACK

EXPLODED AXON & RHINO ITERATIONS

Elegant Curves

Texture & Pattern

BUILDING PROCESS CUTTING & SHAPING: Each piece of the chair was laid out in rhino and printed off at full scale. This allowed me to trace the specific shapes onto the wood. Most of the wood pieces were developed by using the table saw, compound miter saw, and drum and spindle sanders. A sawhorse workbench was also utilized to create the meticulous curved profiles for the seat and seat back frames.

ADJUSTMENTS & GLUE-UP: The most challenging aspect of the chair’s design was the profile angles. Desiring a less-extruded product, the profiles were rotated inward three degrees rather than standing straight up at 90 degrees. Precise measurements and use of the compound miter saw and table saw were utilized so that all faces of the seat and seat back could sit flush with the profiles.

Dominos Hard Maple Wood

Dowels

2” Cotton Webbing

3/4” Bronze Furniture Nails

Structural Wood Screws

Selected for its durability and light color, the chair is constructed of hard maple and is complimented by woven cream webbing, giving it its monochromatic appearance. Bronze furniture nails cover the stapled fabric of the seat back for a more finished look.

For joinery, the profiles required dominos while the seat and seat back frames required dowels and structural wood screws.

MATERIALS & JOINERY

TOP

SIDE

FRONT

FINISHING DETAILS: The joinery for the seat and seat back consisted of dowels and screws; however, dowel caps were used to cover the screws so that all joinery matched from the outer chair profiles. Finally, cotton webbing was woven onto the seat and seat back and secured with staples and furniture nails.

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THANK YOU!

oeverett@uark.edu

913-484-7399

linkedin.com/in/oliviaeverett01