Portfolio Kenneth Sohn
03 01 02 04 05 Spiritual Escape Retrograde Wandering in Mirrors Urban Residence Sci-Fi Cinema Table of Contents
Spiritual Escape 01
Spiritual Escape
Project Year: 2023
Description:
Drawing inspiration from Japanese minimalism and brutalism, the Maison A’ Bordeaux has been converted into a spiritual retreat that showcases the vast surrounding landscape. The space fosters introspection, meditation, and spiritual practices by creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere through the use of natural materials and earthy colors, providing a feeling of connectedness to the surrounding nature.
Screen/Bench
A screen and a bench incorporated together to help divide the space while giving a place to rest. This design is inspired by the circualr archways and amado shoji screens of japanese culture and interior architecture.
Minimal Render
Plan Section
Mood Board
Description:
In order to adhere to the japanese minimalistic style, this project utilizes bamboo wood along with tatami mats to create a space that closely resembles old japanese homes. Furthermore, the project incorporates brutalism through the use of concrete and continuous use of the same materials. This space was made to be a spiritual escape and to further this concept the colors are muted and slightly resembling of the surrounding nature.
Retrograde 02
Retrograde
Project Year: 2023
Description:
Retro vintage design is characterized by the use of bold colors, geometric patterns, and nostalgic elements that evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. In contrast, the
Eames House represents a modernist approach to design that prioritizes simplicity, functionality, and harmony with the surrounding environment. While the Eames House blends seamlessly with the natural landscape and uses a muted and earthy color palette to create a calming atmosphere, retro vintage design often feels overwhelming and visually busy. It relies on outdated elements that may not have lasting appeal and can quickly become dated. The Eames House represents a timeless and functional approach to design that stands the test of time, while retro vintage design seeks to evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Mood Board Description:
The red vinyl is used to accent different pieces within the rendering, as seen in the podium stands and booths, the tile and green carpet are used for the flooring and walls, as they are elements of retrodesign included to maintain concept continuation. And the chrome and neon elements are used to elude to retro depiction of futurism.
Elevation
RCP Plan
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Wandering In Mirrors
Project Year: 2023
Description:
This space evokes awe and wonder through the interplay of reflected and refracted light. It is designed to highlight the differences and beauties between the two, stimulating children’s imagination as the changes in ambiance, mood, and visuals create different environments or spaces not only in the physical world but also in a child’s imaginative world. It encourages visitors to play and explore in the spaces and installations, meandering through and discovering new details and methods for playing with light.
Drawings
Mezzanine Plan
Plan
Section B - B
Section A - a Section c - c Orthographic
Process Work
Mood Board
Description: Created a dark atmoshpere that almost resembles outer space. Used mirrors to make the space feel larger than it actually is and also create reflections of light and shadow. Furthermore added slight pops of color to create different moods and to allow for a slightly more eclectic spaces for the children to run around and feel more visually stimulated.
Urban Residence 04
Created
Urban Residence
Project Year: 2022
Description:
studio
making sure not to clash the two.
and designed a home for a client that would take great inspiration from brutalism. All done by hand, I had kept in mind the client’s routine, hobbies, and work habits to create an optimal and visually pleasing home/
space while
Physical model
Scale: 1/8” = 1’-0”
Sci - fi cinema 05
Sci - Fi Cinema
Project Year: 2020
Description:
Redesigned a movie theater for post pandemic world with the intentional design of CDC guidelines. It was inspired by the senate meeting scene from Star Wars.
Detail
Description:
Creating an atmosphere taking inspiration from the Star Wars Galactic Senate scene and cyberpunk. This space utilizes the pod-like seats to create a more intimate and private setting for viewers while still allowing for them to come with loved ones. Furthermore, the pod-like structures and the outdoor environment allows for this cinematic space to be COVID-19 friendly and would be a viable way for theaters to stay open during a pandemic.
Mood Board Full Render
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