SKINNER_PORTFOLIO2025

SAMM SKINNEIE R

P IGN S E D INTERIOR

LIO O F ORT Kansas State University College of APDesign Interior Design Graduating 2026

DESIGN STATEMENT My name is Sammie Skinner. I am from Overland Park, KS, and I have been drawn to the built environment since before I can remember.

Interior design has always been a passion of mine, driven by the belief that well thought out spaces can transform how people experience their environments. Spaces can have an impact not only physically, but also emotionally, and have the power to enhance users’ daily life.

I am captivated by the relationship between form and function, where aesthetic principles meet practical solutions to create spaces that are not only visually inspiring, but also deeply personal and functional. My passion stems from a meticulous attention to detail, a strong appreciation for diverse design styles, and a dedication to learning the nuances that make interiors both timeless and innovative.

I am eager to immerse myself in the professional world of design, collaborating with experienced teams to further refine my skills and contribute fresh perspectives. I am constantly striving to grow as a designer as the learning will never come to an end when it comes to the world of interior design. I always bring a detail oriented, conscientious and creative mindset to every project I undertake.

I am deeply committed to excellence and believe in the value of leveraging design to foster meaningful, impactful experiences.

UNION STATION KANSAS CITY, MO WATERCOLOR

Sammie Skinner Kansas State University 3rd Year Interior Design snskinner@ksu.edu (913) 274-6906 16401 Monrovia Street Overland Park, KS 66221

SKILLS

INVOLVEMENT

Computer Skills: • 3D Computer Modeling: AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, SketchUp, and Visual Impressions • Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office and CAP 2020

DIM Club Digital Information and Media Team for APDesign Graphics Team

Hand Drawing Skills: • Hand drafting, perspective drawings, hand rendering and diagramming

ASID & IIDA Member

IDesign Club Member

Alpha Delta Pi August 2022-present Archivist Officer from 2023-2024

EDUCATION

WORK EXPERIENCE

Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Since August 2022 Expected Graduation: May 2026 College of Architecture, Planning, and Design Bachelor of Science in Interior Design Cumulative GPA: 3.86 Dean’s List

Modern Business Interiors Intern May 2024-July 2024 • Modern Business Interiors is a furniture dealership in Lenexa, KS • Shadowed Interior Designer that worked at this furniture dealership • Learned programs such as CET, Visual Impressions, and CAP 2020 • Drew up floor plans of existing spaces on AutoCAD • Created budget and furniture specifications on CAP 2020 • Attended meetings with furniture dealers such as HON, Kimball International, Human Scale, etc.

• Attended sales calls and drew up reference plans with measurements of existing spaces

AWARDS + ACCOMPLISHMENTS Jeanne A. Baldwin FIIDA and James G. Baldwin Scholarship in Interior Design May 2024 Steelcase NEXT Competition December 2024 One of two projects from Kansas State Interior Design taken to Nationals for the Steelcase NEXT competition 6 Projects taken for Kansas State Interior Design Archives and CIDA August 2022-2024 When large projects are completed, 1-3 projects usually get taken to show future students.

Kansas State Interior Design Teaching Assistant August 2024 - present • Worked alongside the Studio 1 professors to help the incoming students • Worked with closely with each student and taught introduction level techniques • Worked for 3 hours, 3 times a week • Graded smaller projects that students completed Design Tutor at Varsity Tutors January 2025 - present • Tutoring students online in design programs such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite, enhancing their skills and knowledge.

NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM OF ART KANSAS CITY, MO WATERCOLOR

CONTENTS

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NEXT COMPETITION First semester, Third Year

FLOURISH PEDIATRICS

Second semester, Second Year

K RESIDENCE

First semester, Third Year

VISITOR CENTER

Second semester, Second Year

PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE + HOBBIES

COMPILATION OF PROJECTS WATERCOLOR

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NEXT COMPETITION Kansas State University

First semester, Third Year Individual Work 3 months Top 2 Projects in Class

Next Competition NEXT is a competition hosted by Steelcase. Each year, they propose a new building, site and program for students to work with. Students have one semester to complete the project individually. At the end of the project, the professors choose two projects to send to the National Steelcase competition and this project was one of the two chosen.

Program Summary This year, NEXT is a global advertisment agency with offices worldwide, soon expanding to Chicago at 811 West Fulton Market. The new 16,000 sq ft Chicago office will prioritize collaboration, inclusivity, and employee wellbeing, supported by Steelcase furnishings. NEXT serves Hoka, Perrier, Glossier, and Chipotle. The company promotes a “Being More Human” workplace, creating spaces that inspire creativity, connection, and growth. NEXT’s core values include; ideation, individualization of employees, hybrid work, and enforcing collaboration between employees.

Skills Used: Revit, AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator SPOTLIGHTS TO LIGHT THE SPACE AT NIGHT

“PRISM” SHAPED CUT OUT

GABRIEL DAWE ART PEICE

6TH FLOOR PLAN

SITE INSPIRATION

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1 RECEPTION 2 CLIENT PRESENTATION 3 MONUMENTAL STAIRS 4 MOTHERS’ ROOM 5 WELLNESS ROOM 6 LIGHT PODS 7 TEAM MEETING - HOKA 8 TEAM MEETING - GLOSSIER 9 TEAM MEETING - CHIPOTLE 10 TEAM MEETING - PERRIER 11 ADA COMPLIANT POD 12 HYBRID MEETING SPACE 13 WORK CAFE/ TOWN HALL 14 WORK CAFE 15 WILDCARD - IDEATION SPACE

RECOMBINATION OF LIGHT DISPERSION OF LIGHT

Light is recombined through colored glass at the Art Institute of Chicago.

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Curved forms draw from the fast flow of street traffic and organic architecture, like the Pritzker Pavilion.

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This design incorporates reflective materials to mirror the city’s iconic art forms and skyscraper reflections.

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IDEATION

The way light interacts with Chicago’s architecture and public art mirrors NEXT’s commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and creativity in the workplace.

INDIVIDUAL WORK

Different colors of light symbolize diverse perspectives, reflecting NEXT’s vision of collaboration and shared purpose. Through biocentric lighting and light therapy pods, the workplace fosters well-being, enhancing mood, creativity, and productivity for a healthier, more cohesive environment.

HYBRID WORK

ACCENT CARPET - INTERFACE VIVA COLORES

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FIELD CARPET - INTERFACE STITCH IN TIME

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COLLABORATIVE WORK

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DISPERSION OF LIGHT

REFLECTION OF LIGHT

RECOMBINATION OF LIGHT

THE “LIGHTBULB” EFFECT

DISPERSING AWAY

REFLECTING BACK AND FORTH

RECOMBINING TOGETHER

The space maximizes natural light through clerestory windows and reflective surfaces, complemented by biocentric lighting. This lighting design fosters ideation and creativity.

Throughout the office many spaces are alotted where NEXTers can disperse and work or relax individually.

Throughout the office many flexible spaces are provided were NEXTers can “bounce ideas off of each other” virtually. Users are able to work seamlessly back and forth from home with those in the office.

Many spaces are provided that foster recombining together after dispersing.

Both informal and formal collaboration spaces are provided.

OPEN TO BELOW

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ACCENT CARPET - INTERFACE VIVA COLORES

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1 HUDDLE ROOMS 2 PHONE BOOTH 3 PRODUCTION + RESOURCE ROOM 4 CREATIVE WORKSTATIONS 5 MEDIA WORKSTATIONS 6 DIGITAL WORKSTATIONS 7 CLIENT SERVICES WORKSTATIONS 8 PRO.+OP. WORKSTATIONS 9 FLEXIBLE WORKSTATIONS 10 CLIENT SERVICES PRIVATE OFFICE 11 CREATIVE PRIVATE OFFICE 12 DIGITAL PRIVATE OFFICE 13 PRO.+OP. PRIVATE OFFICE 14 FLEX PRIVATE OFFICE 15 COLLABORATION SPACES

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RECEPTION LOUNGE SEATING FOR A GUEST WAITING AREA

“MELT” PENDANT LIGHTS MIMICKING THE BEAN

Upon entering the office there is a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The monumental staircase and ceiling shape creates a pull into the space. The light coves help promote circulation into the space and fun pendants suggest a moment of pause at the reception. The reflective ceiling not only brightens and expands the space but also mimics the experience of standing beneath Chicago’s iconic Cloud Gate.

WELLNESS ROOM

SECTION

The wellness room offers versatile support spaces designed to enhance employee well-being.

Light therapy pods allow users to adjust lighting to match their mood or needs with LED light panels—for example vibrant yellow for uplifting energy or calming blue light for relaxation.

With these pods users can change the light to any color imaginable.

These pods also provide a private space for personal matters. For less private needs employees can use privacy-divided seating.

WORKSTATIONS

TEAM MEETING

COALESSE ENSEMBLE LOUNGE CHAIR

COALESSE ENSEMBLE LOUNGE SYSTEM SCREENS

STEELCASE LEARNING BRODY FOOTREST

3FORM LIGHTBOX CHROMA LED PANLES

DISPERSION SPACE

CLIENT PRESENTATION

TEAM MEETING 1 MONUMENTAL STAIRS

CLIENT DISPLAY

MONUMENTAL STAIRS

WORKSTATIONS

CLIENT DISPLAY

TEAM MEETING

WORK CAFE

WORK CAFE

TOWN HALL

The front of the work cafe is a versatile space designed to serve multiple purposes. It functions as an eating and socializing area but can also transform into a town hall setting. With stadium seating incorporated into the monumental stairs behind and using all the furniture already provided here, the space can comfortably accommodate about 50 people.

BACK OF WORK CAFE CHAIN WALL PARTITION

CURVING METAL CEILING

CURVING METAL WALL

RECOMBINATION SPACE

This vibrant color palette fosters socialization through its lively and dynamic colors. The curving metal ceiling and chain walls draw inspiration from the flowing forms of the Pritzker Pavilion, a major gathering space for Chicago.

ADA COMPLIANT FOOD PREPARATION AREA ELEVATION

ISLAND ELEVATION

WILDCARD SPACE COLORED WINDOWS IN A CURVED WALL

COLORED GLASS PANELS

This wildcard space serves as an ideation illumination space, designed to inspire and rejuvenate employees during moments of stress or creative blocks. Colored glass panels create dynamic interplays of light which helps to stimulate the mind.This environment fosters ideation and creativity. Modular ottomans provide flexible seating for collaboration or quiet reflection.

IDEATION SPACE

IDEATION SPACE

FRONT OF STAIRS

BACK OF STAIRS

MONUMENTAL STAIRS The stairs are arranged parallel to each other, forming an “X” when viewed head-on. At the center, the art installation Plexus by Gabriel Dawe creates a striking focal point for the space, embodying the concept of the interplay of light. The stadium seating, integrated into the stairs, further encourages interaction, inviting users to engage with the space and fostering connection and socialization among them.

PLEXUS BY GABRIEL DAWE

TERRAZZO WITH A SLIP RESISTANT SEAL

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HUDDLE ROOMS

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LAYOUT 2 - WALL CLOSED

LAYOUT 2 - WALL OPEN

REFLECTION SPACE

PRIVATE OFFICES PRIVATE OFFICE LAYOUTS

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WORKSTATIONS

WEST ELM FULTON MARKET GUEST CHAIR

STEELCASE SIENTO TASK CHAIR

STEELCASE CURRENCY COLLECTIONS

STEELCASE ELECTIVE ELEMENTS

DISPERSION SPACE

Each team has their own “neighborhood”, each featuring a unique color for easy identification. The layout provides individual workstations for focused tasks, complemented by collaborative areas and pin up areas close by to facilitate teamwork.

CREATIVE DEPARTMENT

PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS

CLIENT SERVICES

DIGITAL+MEDIA DEPARTMENT

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FLOURISH PEDIATRICS Kansas State University

Second semester, Second Year Individual Work 2 months

Program Summary The second semester of Studio 4 focused on healthcare design, offering an in-depth exploration of this specialized field. The assigned project focused on designing a pediatric clinic in Topeka, KS, with specific programming requirements to guide the process. A key component of the program was the incorporation of an on-stage and off-stage healthcare clinic model.

Project Statement This clinic incorporates color theory to emotionally and conceptually connect with its users. Soft blues and greens are used to establish a calming, soothing atmosphere that fosters healing, while brighter hues like yellow, orange, and pink add a playful touch to appeal to children. Tree motifs and nature-inspired elements are woven throughout the space, creating a comforting and familiar environment that not only helps children feel at ease, but also inspires them to spend more time in nature.

The color palette reflects the vibrant seasonal changes of flourishing trees, reinforcing this connection to nature.

Through these intentional design strategies, the clinic creates a nurturing space where children can flourish in every season of life.

Skills Used: Revit, AutoCAD

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Colors of trees when flourishing during these seasons

Colors creating these emotions in children

Calming Healing Joyful Exciting Intriguing

The benefits of trees on kids

= Winter = Summer = Spring = Fall

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Nature inspired choices

Color theory

• “Tree” play area • Branch like ceiling baffles in corridor • Leaf references in waiting room • Every exam room references a different season • Log inspired reception desk

• Natural light, waiting room and collaboration areas close to windows • Clerestory windows in each exam room • Air purification systems, Atmos air and Puro UV

• Green - soothing and promotes health • Blue - promotes a tranquil ambience • Yellow and orange joy and laughter • Pink - calming atmosphere, lowers heart rate

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Helping kids flourish through every season of life.

Tree analogs

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1 WAITING ROOM 2 PLAY AREA 3 RECEPTION 4 TRIAGE AND WEIGHING STATION 5 PATIENT CORRIDOR 6 PATIENT RESTROOM 7 MOTHERS’ ROOM 8 JANITOR’S CLOSET 9 HVAC AND STORAGE CLOSET 10 EXAM ROOMS 11 STAFF STORAGE 12 STAFF RESTROOM 13 HEADS DOWN WORKSPACE 14 BREAK NOOKS 15 MEDICAL STORAGE 16 BREAK ROOM 17 STAFF CORRIDOR

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WAITING ROOM FLEXIBILITY

RECEPTION • Sliding door creates boundary between public areas and reception, door stops at end of track.

• No floor change underneath ADA compliant counter.

Through research, it was apparent that waiting rooms should be flexible and provide easily movable objects that can create boundaries or be taken away if needed. Here are a few possibilities.

• The soffit mirrors the shape of the reception desk, establishing a vertical relationship between the two elements.

All colored materials shown here are made from antimicrobial plastics.

This custom built play area includes; • Peg board and shelves • Spinning wheels • “Climbing tree” game with interchangeable pieces

KIDS PLAY AREA ELEVATION

• Nook space for kids to crawl in with antimicrobial upholstered cushion above so kids don’t hit their heads

TRIAGE STATION

Triage Station includes; • Medical scale that is also ADA compliant • Medical scale designed for weighing babies with storage space underneath

PATIENT CORRIDOR The patient hallway features ceiling baffles designed to resemble tree branches, creating a natural, calming atmosphere. Above these baffles, Solatube lighting allows sunlight to filter through, emulating the effect of light shining through treetops. Integrated into this system is Puro UV disinfectant lighting, which ensures the cleanliness of the baffles while mirroring nature’s inherent ability to purify. Additionally, the AtmosAir purification system is seamlessly incorporated into the HVAC system, enhancing air quality throughout the clinic. This integration not only prioritizes cleanliness and safety, but also mimics the clean air provided by trees in nature.

• Spot for nurses to write down measurements • Custom height measurement device

EXAM ROOM

BREAK ROOM

EXAM ROOM CUSTOM WALL MURALS

WORKSTATIONS

OFF-STAGE

BREAK NOOKS Incorporating biophilic-inspired design into the “off-stage” areas of the clinic was equally as important as it was for the “on-stage” areas. Break nooks strategically placed near large windows offer employees a dedicated space to relax and rejuvenate, benefiting from an abundance of natural light.

Variety of spaces to work are provided.

In the workstation area multiple types of workspaces are provided; relaxing spaces, collaboration spaces and heads down spaces.

Each of the four exam rooms mimic trees flourishing in different seasons. These custom wall murals help to enforce this idea.

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K RESIDENCE Kansas State University

First semester, Third Year

Individual Work Design Charrette - 2 weeks

Program Summary The K Residence is a project that involves designing a sustainable, energy-efficient twostory residence using only 3 recycled shipping containers for a mid-40s male professor who recently moved to the Kansas City area. He loves mid-century modern and natural colors.

The design process focuses on creative thinking, efficient problem-solving, and understanding client expectations.

Project Statement This home is composed of three shipping containers all set at opposing angles. This angular configuration not only makes a visually engaging form, but also maximizes south-facing windows and creates efficient spatial organization. This form successfully supports a professor’s dual need for productivity and relaxation, all within a compact footprint.

Skills Used: Revit, AutoCAD, InDesign

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

SITE PLAN

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1 FOYER 2 LIVING ROOM 3 OFFICE 4 HALF BATHROOM 5 KITCHEN 6 OUTDOOR PATIO

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Sun Orientation

Passive Heating and Cooling

The three containers are all set on top of each other at opposing angles and the extra 80 sqft helps connect these spaces. The 73 sqft area is a double volume where the stairs are and the 7 sqft is where the fireplace is.

The sun in the winter will warm the house through the large, south facing windows. however, in the summer the sun will be blocked by overhangs. The angles that the containers are set at ensures every part of the house receives sunlight.

Every large south facing window has a clerestory window across from it to ensure that wind can pass through the home. There is also an attic fan at the top of the double volume so when hot air rises it can be released.

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CUSTOM BUILT-INS

STAIR BUILT-IN

LIVING ROOM BUILT-IN

LIVING ROOM KITCHEN CLOSET BUILT-IN

BATHROOM SHELVES

UPSTAIRS OBLIQUE

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VISITOR CENTER Kansas State University

Second semester, Second Year Individual Work Design Charette - 3 weeks

Program Summary Students were tasked with creating a schematic design for a visitor center located at a site of their choice, using a single roll of trace paper.

Project Summary The client owns a plot of land near Antelope Canyon and plans to build a new visitor center that reflects the surrounding environment through thoughtful and creative design. The center should include three main spaces: a reception desk, a gift shop, and an exhibit space.

The design concept is inspired by the sense of discovery found while exploring Antelope Canyon, where each twist and turn reveals something new. The visitor center embraces this idea with intriguing partitions that subtly block the view, encouraging guests to discover what lies around each corner. This sense of anticipation and excitement will enhance the experience, sparking curiosity about the land’s history and leading visitors toward the canyon itself.

Skills Used: Hand Drawings, Diagramming, Perspective and Oblique Drawing

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FURNITURE SELECTIONS + DESIGNS

I was an interior design intern at Modern Business Interiors (MBI), a commercial furniture sales company. I shadowed the lead interior designer, Brittani Richardson, along with salesmen Colt McArthur and David Brite.

Typical Day A typical day started with a morning meeting with a commercial furniture sales representative. Afterward, I often went on sales calls with Colt or David, where we measured and sketched spaces. Back at the office, I drafted these plans in AutoCAD and collaborated with Brittani on design solutions. Once we finalized the design, we rendered it, created a furniture specification list, and prepared a budget sheet for each project.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Modern Business Interiors Intern May 2024-July 2024 • Modern Business Interiors is a furniture dealership in Lenexa, KS • Shadowed Interior Designer that worked at this furniture dealership • Learned programs such as CET, Visual Impressions, and CAP 2020 • Drew up floor plans of existing spaces on AutoCAD • Created budget and furniture specifications on CAP 2020 • Attended meetings with furniture dealers such as HON, Kimball International, Human Scale, etc.

• Attended sales calls and drew up reference plans with measurements of existing spaces

SUMMARY

Biggest Learning Curve The biggest learning curve I faced was learning to create a budget spec. Many of the terms were unfamiliar, and the process was new to me. However, after working through a few on my own, I quickly understood what each column represented.

Furniture I picked out for a assisted living home.

Biggest Surprise The biggest surprise was discovering just how detailed and varied commercial furniture can be. I never realized how many design choices exist for a chair alone - casters, chair bases, mechanisms, seat pans, adjustable arms, arm pads, lumbar support, and more; and that’s just one piece of furniture! I was fascinated by the level of detail manufacturers put into every design decision.

Drawings and renderings for a classroom.

Above: Sammie Skinner, MBI Intern, marking up a floor plan.

Drawings and renderings for an office.

To the left: An office floor plan and rendering I designed here at MBI. The client wanted a “U” shaped desk, a task chair, two guest chairs and 4 lateral file drawers.

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HOBBIES - PAINTING + DRAWING Highschool Drawing 1 + 2 Painting 1 + 2 College Intro to Oil painting Etsy Selling small gold framed paintings on etsy Illustrations Illustrated for a poetry book written by Linda Lankford (seen on the far right)

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Sammie Skinner College of APDesign Kansas State University Interior Design Graduating 2026