UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
INTERIOR DESIGN
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My name is Samantha Espinosa, a current interior design student at The University of Florida. Growing up in Quito, Ecuador, surrounded by rich historical art and stunning architecture I developed a keen eye for design s ab lity to te l stories. It fascinated me the richness of detail, cu ture, and art hidden in every corner. Despite being a sma l country, the streets and buildings were bursting with beauty and history. It taught me to appreciate the importance of perspective and connection in seeing the wor d in a new light. My growth in this env ronment and passion for art has given me a new perspective on the beauty surrounding us in our everyday lives. I believe in creating spaces that evoke emotions and connections.
In each pro ect, my goa is to craft environments that exude warmth and innovation, ensur ng that every design narrates a distinctive story w th a human touch. As I experienced and learned about various cultures throughout my life, my inter or design not only involves creating functional spaces but they evokes emotions and a sense of belonging a reflection of the constant change in my journey. I'm passionate about pushing boundaries and exploring new deas. Whether it's crafting a welcoming atmosphere n a hosp ta ity venue or transforming a commercial space to stimulate creativity, I'm dedicated to del vering excellence n every project.
I'm exc ted to keep earn ng on the journey I have ahead and eager to col aborate with others who share my passion for mean ngful design. My portfolio reflects my commitment to creating spaces that connect people and make a positive impact on their l ves.
Interior Design Intern - Assistant
MCS Studio
May - August 2022 - Miami FL
Ass sted with material select ons and specif cations
Ass sted with revit tasks and retouched 3D
renderings through edit ng software
Coordinated client and des gner meet ngs.
Interior Design Intern - Commodities Team
Royal Caribbean Group
May - August 2024 - Miami FL
Ass sted with furniture specif cations for Icon 2 and 3
Created presentations for furn ture and finishes rese ections
Coordinated vendor meetings by setting up lunches with the team
Created material boards, organized material library
Associate of Arts
Flor da nternational Un versity
2020 - 2021 M ami, Florida
Bachelor n Des gn
Un versity of Florida
Present - Gainesvil e, Florida
Concept Deve opment
Material Select on + Specification
Space Planning
Graphic Des gn + Presentation
Freehand - Drafting, Rendering,
Mode Making
Sketch ng Paint ng
3D Rendering + Model ng
Photography
Fluent n English + Span sh
Adobe Photoshop Certif cat on
2020 - Miami, FL
Adobe Certified Associate in Visual
Design using Adobe Photoshop Issued by Credly
Member of Gator Interior Design Club
Feb 2021 - Present Gainesv lle Florida
Un versity of F orida’s interior design club aims to support members in the r journey with presentations and different learning activit es.
ASID Member
Feb 2021 - Present
Revit
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Enscape
Adobe (Photoshop, Indes gn, Il ustrator)
Off ce (Powerpoint, Word, Excel)
Ga nesville FL
samanthaesp nosa.design@gmail.com
www inkedin com/in/samanthadesign (786) 812-8183
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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”.
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.
for the 818 Tequila brand. of Mexico's tequi a industry with a modern uxury twist to esents the brand's roots. 818's ural textures, and rustic finishes ality features a contrast isticated fin shes, such as
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.
Anewtypeofblockthatismadeofcolored acrylic,itcanbeusedasacolorfilterwith differentformsoflighting.
Isanimmersiveandplayfulreimaginingof HABA’siconicwoodenblocks.
Multipurpose Commercial C
The Pod Center is based on the ide ecosystem within a arger environm and interconnectedness The Pod C incorporates susta nab e pract ces aims to foster a sense of communit interconnected spaces for activities There s an approach to well-being susta nab l ty and whi e keep ng ts Firestone Bui d ng
LOCATION 308A W University A
BUILD DATE: 2012
SIZE: 8,500 SQFT
The F restone Bu lding was orig T re and Rubber Company and w the economy dipped Joyner Construction maintained wh le updating it to actual code
Rece ved an award for adaptive Preservation
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I present a spectrum of creative express ons that go beyond the confines of nterior projects. Through the application of m xedmed a techniques, I ve crafted diverse art pieces over the years From ch ldhood drawing and paint ng have been my endur ng hobb es, seamless y nterwoven with my design sensibi ities. This sect on offers a g impse nto my mult faceted abil t es showcasing the intersection of my passion for art.
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Samantha Espinosa (786) 812-8183 samanthaesp nosa.design@gmai .com
www.l nkedin.com/in/samanthades gn