UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
INTERIOR DESIGN
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My name is Samantha Espinosa, a current inter or design student at The University of Florida. Growing up in Quito, Ecuador, surrounded by rich historical art and stunning architecture, I deve oped a keen eye for design s abi ity to tell stories. It fasc nated me the richness of detail, cu ture, and art h dden in every corner. Despite being a smal country, the streets and bui dings were bursting w th beauty and history. It taught me to apprec ate the importance of perspective and connect on in seeing the world in a new light. My growth in this environment and passion for art has g ven me a new perspective on the beauty surrounding us in our everyday lives. I be ieve in creating spaces that evoke emotions and connections.
In each project, my goal is to craft environments that exude warmth and nnovat on, ensuring that every design narrates a distinctive story with a human touch. As I experienced and learned about various cultures throughout my life, my interior design not only involves creating functional spaces but they evokes emotions and a sense of be onging a reflection of the constant change in my journey I'm passionate about pushing boundaries and exploring new ideas. Whether it s crafting a welcoming atmosphere in a hospitality venue or transforming a commercial space to stimulate creativity I m dedicated to delivering exce lence in every project.
I'm excited to keep learning on the ourney I have ahead and eager to collaborate with others who share my passion for meaningful design. My portfolio reflects my commitment to creating spaces that connect people and make a positive impact on their lives.
EXPERIENCE
Interior Design Intern
MCS Studio
2021 - Miami FL
Assisted w th material selections and specifications
Retouched 3D Renderings through editing software
Created 3D visualizations for initial project development using Sketchup. Coordinated client and designer meetings.
SKILLS
Concept Development
Material Selection + Specification Space Planning
Graphic Design + Presentation FreehandDrafting, Rendering Model Making
Sketch ng, Painting
3D Rendering + Modeling Photography
Fluent in English + Spanish
EDUCATION
Associate of Arts
Florida International University
2020 - 2021 Miami, Florida
Bachelor in Design
Un versity of Florida
Present - Gainesville, Florida
COURSES / ORGANIZATIONS
Adobe Photoshop Certification
Adobe Certified Associate in Visual
Design using Adobe Photoshop Issued by Credly
Feb 2020 - Present, Miami Florida
Member of Gator Interior Design Club
University of Florida
Feb 2021 - Present, Gainesville, Florida
ASID Member
Feb 2021 - Present
TOOLS
Revit
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Enscape
Adobe (Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator)
Office (Powerpoint Word, Excel)
Gainesville, FL
samanthaespinosa.design@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/samanthadesign (786) 812-8183
NEXT Dallas Office
Steelcase Student Design Competition
NEXT is a cutting-edge architectural and interior des gn f rm headquartered in Los Angeles Cal fornia, and now expanding ts reach with a brand-new office in Dallas Texas.
The des gn concept for the NEXT office space is grounded in the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of Dallas Texas, where the office is situated. It takes inspiration from the c ty's vibrancy and constant motion, envis oning a workspace that seamlessly integrates fluid ty into both ts physical design and the broader work cu ture. The office sees tse f as an extension of the city adapting to change by find ng innovative so utions n daily operations and responding to cha lenges with creat ve fixes.
Tools: Revit, Hand-Sketches
2601 Victory Ave Suite 300 Da las, TX 75201 3rd Floor
Dal as, TX
w dynam c environment that fuels creat vity and innovation
Embrac ng e ements from the streaml n ng design movement, both the ogo and off ce des gn incorporate metal ic curves and repet tive patterns w th a pop of color, re nforc ng a s eek and modern feel
Material Board
Latitude 0°
Destination Restaurant Project
Latitude 0° is a plant-based restaurant that offers an authent Ecuadorian dining experience n an airy, earthy, and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant s design concept s inspired by Ecuador's location at the equator, where the natural environm abundant and d verse. The space incorporates natural materi as wood stone and plants, creating a warm and invit ng amb
The menu features traditional Ecuadorian d shes made with lo sourced ngred ents, offering customers a taste of the country culinary heritage.
Tools: SketchUp, Hand-Rendering.
Concept + Materiality
The space is described as an a ry, earthy, and cozy env ronment The use of warm tones such as brown and beige creates an invit ng space for customers. The touch of green found in marb e, p ants, and furniture gives the space life as we l as a reminder of the b odivers ty of the Ecuador an Flora and Fauna
Experiential Restaurant Sujiko
Sujiko is an underwater experiential Japanese restaurant located in Cal , Co ombia. The name "Sujiko" is nspired by the Japanese salmon roe that is served in many popular Japanese dishes. The idea behind the Su iko brand s to prov de a unique and mmersive d n ng exper ence for its guests by transporting them to an underwater world where they w ll try a fusion of Japanese and Co ombian seafood.
Tools: Autocad, Revit, Photoshop
The design is inspired by the texture of water by incorporating interact ve d g tal art the effect of ripp water natural accents such as wood, and design elements nsp red by Japanese des gn. The ambian of the restaurant s serene w th rich mater als and co ors nspired by natural oxidized metallic tones, a natura textures nclud ng wood f nishes and marbl accents
Aritzia Pop-Up
Retail Project
Utiliz ng the modern Europeanderived concept of the Aritz a clothing brand, this pop-up store is des gned using steel intermodal containers as the ma n structura element. The design expresses the brand ident ty through its organic and arched arch tectura elements, as we l as earthy color palette and materiality. The store features an apparel section on the second level, as we l as a bar/coffee space on the f rst level. The end result is a sophisticated and socia atmosphere that offers a un que shopp ng exper ence to ts customers.
Tools: SketchUp, Hand-Rendering
Tulsi Multicultural Center
Multicultural Project
The Tulsi Multicu tural Center is a v sionary project that aims to create a v brant space for individua s from all identities and experiences to grow, connect, and create awareness for underrepresented student populations n a university environment that provides cultura opportun ties
Tools: Photoshop, Autocad, Revit
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Educational Design Group Project College of Journalism & Communications
This pro ect aims to re-env sion the College of Journalism and Commun cation s concept and des gn at the Univers ty of Florida. The School of Interact ve Media bel eves n changing the paradigm of student learning. As a result, they want to ut lize new approaches and push the boundaries with the des gn of their new bui ding renovation. The key goal of the project is to increase student engagement and learning retention as a result of the new environment.
Too s: Rev t, Photoshop, Hand-sketching.
Inspiration
Formal and curvilinear in contrast with informal and linear.
S mi ar to the contrast of the weft and warp of a woven fabric.
Front of the house versus the back of the house, what is seen versus what the public is told.
“We are not just what we create but the process of it”.
Concept: Fiber in the Fabric
Individuals are single fibers being woven together w th others by their built environment to create the fabric known as the College of Journalism and Communications.
The tension of the fabric that keeps it together is created by soft, curvilinear forms contrasting r gid, linear forms.
Threading the Process Together
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HABA Flagship Retail Store
Mixed Media Pieces
The HABA f agship is envisioned as a sanctuary for imagination and learning. Healthy sensory st mu i and nteractive d splay exper ences inv tes ch ldren and fam lies to explore their creat ve side. n each space, wood and other stylized elements ensures ch ld safety while fostering exp oration and connect on between generations Central to the company s ethos, HABA s comm tment to sustainabi ity is seam essly ntegrated nto the shopping exper ence Understand ng the importance of play, HABA’s flagsh p aims to exhib t how toys can enr ch children’s development w th environmentally conscious toys.
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STACKINGBLOCKS
Isanimmersiveandplayfulreimaginingof HABA’siconicwoodenblocks.
