hi! my name is sydney lystad and I am a fourth year interior architecture student at kansas state university. I enjoy creating spaces that provide unique experiences and tell a story. as a designer, I strive to create environments that not only inspire but also resonate with those who inhabit them. by seamlessly blending architectural forms, functions, and connections, I design to evoke emotions, spark conversation, and leave a lasting impression. my goals are to exceed expectations and deliver spaces that not only meet the needs of today but also anticipate the demands of tomorrow. I approach the design process with passion and dedication.
resume education
kansas state university college of architecture, planning, and design | manhattan, ks | m. interior architecture august 2021-present; expected graduation: may 2026 gpa: 3.52
work experience
perkins&will - interiors intern dallas, tx
may-august 2024 gained experience by attending site visits, meeting and learning from representatives, and working on a variety of different education & healthcare projects. parachute home - sales associate kansas city, mo may 2023-march 2024 possess expert knowledge of the brand and products, provide customer service skills, process incoming shipments,and make recommendations to customers. pop deco creative - fashion merchandising intern kansas city, mo
june-november 2019 helped design and create window displays for local boutiques.
skills
revit
enscape
rhino
adobe creative cloud programs
twinmotion
sketching
hand drafting and modeling
activities
iida
august 2023-present
pi beta phi sorority
august 2021-present
women in design
august 2021-present
community service
the children’s place classroom volunteer
kansas city, mo june 2018-february 2021 assisted teachers in a preschool for underprivileged children
afterglow cafe
antcipation - explosion - haze
for this project, we were asked to design a memory cafe for the uk alzheimer’s society. the cafe is located in downtown phoenix, arizona. the purpose of the cafe is to celebrate the memories of the people the alzheimer’s society is benefitting. this was done by choosing a personal memory and translating the feeling of that memory into the space.
the memory I chose to incoporate into this cafe was from attending the taylor swift concert this past summer and all the emotions that occurred in this memory. the feelings of anticipation and explosion are displayed through the bright and playful environment by the way it embraces you as you enter. the anticipation builds up, the explosion of excitement occurs, and you leave in a haze.
revit, enscape, rhino, photoshop programs used
memory board
antcipation - explosion - haze
site analysis
ground floor plan
1. main entrance
elevator entrance
table seating
merchandise
counter
bar/bench seating
kitchen
restrooms
to go pickup
quiet seating
mezzanine floor plan
stairs
photo wall
booth/table seating
karaoke space
moveable seating
elevator entrance
section a-a
section b-b
karaoke space
optics chandelier
fiber
sheer curtains
stairs w/ led lights
seating & counter
canopy wine co.
shoots & leaves of the vine
for this project, we were asked to design a winery in sonoma county, california. after doing research on the process of growing grapes and the process of making wine, I created my client, the owner of the winery. my client wanted to celebrate the intricate layers of these two processes and create a sensory and immersive experience.
canopy is about how the process of wine making begins with the grapes on the vines. the canopy of a grapevine is composed of the leaves, flowers, shoots, trunk, and the fruit. the canopy houses the grapes as they begin to grow. this concept represents the layers that go into wine making. the evolution from ground to bottle begins outdoors and is completed inside the winery.
revit, rhino, enscape, photoshop programs used
site plan
spatial relationship diagrams
mood board
primary building floor plan
5.
6.
1. main entrance 2. front dining patio 3. retail
restrooms
tour congregating area
lounge 7. tasting bar
kitchen
dining alcoves
private dining
outdoor lounge
private outdoor dining
storage closet
secondary building floor plan
section perspective
private dining room
outdoor dining
indoor outdoor bar
private lounge & stairs
beverly grocery
for this project, we were asked to develop a brand and create a retail space that includes an activity or experience related to the brand. I chose to create an upscale grocery store in beverly hills with a learning kitchen. after doing research on beverly hills, grocery retail, and culinary education, I created my client, the store owner, who’s goal is to create a place where people can grow in their health journey, while also catering to the specific dietary needs and preferences of her community.
project concept
growth revolves around the transformative power of healthy eating, culinary exploration, and community connection. beverly grocery is an organic, upscale grocery store, that sells groceries, fresh produce and ingredients, drinks, snacks, and grab and go options, located in beverly hills. beverly grocery offers a sophisticated destination where health-conscious individuals can indulge in the latest wellness trends, as well as learn how to cook easy, healthy recipes.
mood board
growth revolves around the transformative power of healthy eating, culinary exploration, and community connection.
2. flowers 3. merchandise 4. smoothie bar 5. cash/wrap
section a-a
cash wrap counter
teaching counter
display shelves
produce display materials
learning station
cash wrap & smoothie bar
acadia national park visitor center
for this project, we were asked to pick a national park and design an experiential visitor center. I chose acadia national park, located along the coast of maine. acadia is the first place in the united states to see the sunrise each morning. hundreds of visitors gather on cadillac mountain day after day to witness it.
the dynamic nature of acadia national park comes to life inside the visitor center due to how the sun path and seasons affect the experience within the space. the visitor center will allow visitors to experience the dynamic nature and different seasons, no matter what time of year they are visiting. the natural light will create a dynamic experience teaching visitors about the sun path and seasons experienced in the park. visitors will develop a deeper appreciation for the beauty inside the park, leaving them curious and eager to explore acadia.
rhino, enscape, photoshop programs used dynamic nature
