INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO 2023

INTERIOR DESIGN

STEPHANIE CASTILLO

PORTFOLIO

CU R R I CU LUM V I TA E Highly motivated Interior Designer who is skilled and performance driven with exceptional organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

Knowledgeable in space planning, computer-aided drafting, and product selection & specification. Always keen to learn new skills in the industry to broaden my appreciation and understanding between people and the designed environment.

University of North Texas (2019-2023) BFA - Interior Design

Microsoft Office - 8 years Adobe Suite - 6 years Revit - 5 years SketchUp Pro - 4 years AutoCAD - 4 years Enscape Rendering - 3 years

Cush Living - Designer Jan 2022 - Current

Provided effective product / fabric selections and specifications for residential and hospitality projects.

Space planned using SketchUp Pro and Adobe Suite.

Created physical & virtual presentations.

Created 3-D renderings using SketchUp Pro and Photoshop.

Design Within Reach - Design & Sales Assistant Aug 2021 - Feb 2022 Assisted Account Executives in Studio with meeting sales goals by placing orders and completing special orders.

Led Studio operations such as ordering, organizing and maintaining fabric swatch samples.

Partnered with Account Executives to assist with 3-D renderings and shadow on in-home consultations and trade visits.

CO N T EN TS

01 COMMERCIA L DESIG N 02 COMMERCIA L DESIG N 03 MIX ED-USE DESIGN 04 HOSPI TA LITY DESIGN 05 ARTWORK 06 HEA LTHCARE DESIGN THE P RESTO N S EN IOR L IV IN G

CAPTRU ST C ORPOR ATE HEADQUA RTERS

C ORNERSTO NE ARCHITECTS CO RPORATE OFF IC E

S HI PPI NG CONTAINER H OME / RETAI L STO RE

RESTAURANT & BA R

GROUP PROJECT

GROUP PROJECT

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HE ALTH CAR E DESI GN THE PRESTON SENI OR LIVING

LOBBY RENDERING

CONTEXT

The Preston Senior Living Community is located in the affluent Park Cities neighborhood in Dallas, TX. As of the 2022 census, the Park Cities had a population of 43,849.

Currently 23% of the population are seniors, and this number is projected to increase to 38% by 2025. The need for quality senior living opportunities is ever increasing as our population grows, and as the needs of our future senior demographic change over time.

The Preston is deemed one of Dallas’s most luxurious senior living communities. CEO of the Silverstone Healthcare Company, Danny Alberts, envisioned this community as being “the Ritz of senior housing”.

CONCEPT

With it’s prestigious location and high-price tag, the goal of my design was to elevate the community to a more sophisticated, warm and inviting space and to apply healthcentered design applications to enrich the lives of both the residents and staff.

MAIN FLOOR In-Scope

Collaborative / Multi-Use

Community Lounge

Dining

Corridors

Private Dining

Reception

MAIN FLOOR - FOCUS AREAS:

INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONS • What health impacts are most critical to senior populations?

• How does the use of biophilic interventions create spaces that nurture, inspire, comfort and heal?

• How can we make sensory engagement more intentional & multifaceted?

• What are some ways we can activate the senses with design to promote engagement and discovery?

• How can we design to tackle loneliness & inactivity?

• How can we create spaces that are enjoyable and restorative?

• What way-finding techniques can be used to reduce confusion & anxiety?

RESEARCH TOPICS

B I O P H I L I C D ES I G N

S ENSORY DESIGN

• Connection to Nature - Views to nature could help reduce the cost of care; residents may take less pain medication and staff job satisfaction may increase.

• Natural Materials - Natural materials can effuse scent. Wood essential oils have been shown to lower heart rate and reduce blood pressure (Tsunetsugu et al 2013).

• Light - Exposure to morning light can help promote more natural circadian rhythm by activating the SCN, improving the production of serotonin.

• A study published In the journal of American Geriatric Society claims that nearly 94% of the adults above 60 suffer at least one sensory impairment.

• Some applicable solutions are; adding tactile artwork in common areas, allowing for direct views to nature, adding acoustical applications to walls, ceilings or floors, and creating spaces that allow for sound, art and physical therapy/ activities

AG I N G & H EA L I N G

WAYFINDING

• Connectivity - Ability to maintain relationships with family and friends. Socialization improves mode, cognition, memory recall, and overall mental health (American Public Health Association).

• Choice - Living in a location that fits one’s needs.

• Wellness - Easy access to care.

• Creating spatial familiarity and accessibility with • Landmarks • Clear signage • Reducing visual clutter.

SPECIAL APPLICATIONS

L IG HTING

WalaLight™ Adaptive LED Lighting Systems can be used to re-calibrate your circadian rhythm allowing the necessary amount of white light and warm light to increase your health.

Applying Walalight’s system in pubic spaces throughout the facility will greatly influence the health of residents and the economic saving in energy costs will also benefit the facility.

FA LL DETECT IO N

Sole™ with SensFloor Technology by Shaw Contract

Using a non-pressure based system for tracking, Sole is an alternative to wearables or cameras providing privacy and independence for residents.*

Floor detects motion or programmed alert activity *Used in resident rooms and halls.

Device receives and forwards alert

Care team on site decides appropriate response

References: “Sole with Sensfloor Technology.” Home, https://www.shawcontract.com/en-US/Technical/Sole-with-Sensfloor-Technology.

“Indoor Gardens and Senior Living.” NuLeaf Farms, 13 Feb. 2023, https://nuleaffarms.ca/indoor-gardens-senior-living/.

“Residential LED Lighting Systems: Nursing Home Lighting.” Walalight, https://www.walalight.com/applications/adult-living-facilities/.

Appropriate care is sent to aid resident

FA RM TO TAB L E

NuLeaf Farms is a family-owned business on a mission to build a sustainable and secure food future.

With an indoor garden, seniors can have access to fresh, low cost, nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables while engaging in low-impact physical activity while reducing the feelings of isolation and loneliness all year-round.

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RECEPTION AREA The lobby lounge was designed

with the feeling of being at home in mind. Soft fabrics, natural toned materials and ambient lighting was used to create this feeling. Guests can use this space as a waiting area and residents can utilize it as an additional relaxation spot.

RECEPTION AREA RENDERING

LOBBY LOUNGE The reception area features a custom ribbed wood and marble reception desk. Large clear signage is posted to make wayfinding easier upon arrival.

With the use of warm toned materials and time-sensor lighting, both guests and residents can feel at ease navigating the rest of the community.

LOBBY LOUNGE RENDERING

BAR / CAFE

The cafe / bar area features a custom

bar counter with a lowered height to accommodate wheelchair

accessibility and ease of use. The bar

design is similar to the reception desk for cohesiveness. Walalight’s lighting system is applied in this space to

mimic our natural circadian rhythm.

This helps create an optimal interior

environment especially beneficial for those who suffers from stress, sleep, post-traumatic and other disorders.

BAR/CAFE RENDERING

DINING ROOM

The dining room features an open

concept dining space with a view to the prep-kitchen. The south wall

(furthest shown here) houses the

resident’s community indoor garden.

Their harvests are used in the kitchen

to be served in meals. This farm-totable approach is possible using

NuLeaf Farms’ growing systems to promote sustainable eating and

encourage community engagement.

DINING ROOM RENDERING

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COMMERCI AL D ESIGN

CAPTRUST CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

CLIENT PROFILE

Captrust provides wealth management and investment advisory services for individuals and institutions of all sizes. Their main goals are to increase profitability, growth in revenue and retention of existing employees & clients.

CONCEPT

With a focus on employee, client and community experience, Captrust's core values were the building blocks for the office design. With multiple meeting and focus areas, restorative spaces, and privacy pods Captrust's team can achieve their business goals efficiently and promote growth and retention for both their employees and clients.

SCHEMATIC PROCESS

RECEPTION SCHEMATIC SKETCH

COLOR KEY: WORK-SPACES PRIVATE OFFICES RESTORATIVE AREAS MEETING ROOMS INITIAL POINT OF CONTACT BUBBLE DIAGRAM

BLOCK DIAGRAM

DESIGN SOLUTIONS

1

Allocate space for formal and informal meetings for each department. Higher ups meet more frequently.

BREAKROOM

2

Digital technology applications to connect and broadcast securely ans privately with people outside the office.

3

REC E PT I O N

Restorative areas for staff to gather and take breaks from working.

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COMMERCI AL D ESIGN

CORNERSTONE ARCHITECTS CORPORATE OFFICE

RECEPTION RENDERING

CLIENT PROFILE

Cornerstone Architects is an architectural and design firm bases in Austin, TX. Cornerstone’s experience includes both commercial and luxury residential projects. The firms design approach blends architectural, interior and sustainable design to create a uniquely balanced cutting edge architectural solution for each project.

CONCEPT

Design Intention: Allow for collaborative space that promotes creativity and enhances the core practice of the firm.

Approach: Design solutions to increase engagement, productivity and retention; Promote health + wellness in the workplace; Implement design solutions to allow for acoustical privacy.

SCHEMATIC PROCESS

SITE ANALYSIS

Understanding the baseline code requirements was the first step in the schematic phase. Keeping the design intentions and applications in mind, I wanted to allocate space for all of the in-house employees and spaces to restore, collaborate and deep-work.

A site analysis was key in deciding key placement for collaborative spaces such as conference rooms and the breakroom. Noise, views and accessibility all affected my final proposed design solution.

RESOURCE ROOM

SMALL CONFERENCE ROOM OFFICES

CONFERENCE ROOM

Site Analysis Diagram

WORK AREAS

RECEPTION

BREAKROOM

Initial Space Planning Code Analysis Diagram

REFLECTED CEILING PLAN NAME: STEPHANIE CASTILLO SEMESTER: SPRING 22

COURSE TITLE: ADES 3640.502

CORNERSTONE ARCHITECTS OFFICE

FLOOR PLAN

PROJECT NUMBER: 2 DRAWN BY: Author CHECKED BY: Checker SCALE: 1/8"

1'-0"

DATE DRAWN: 4/5/2022 9:49:26 PM DATE

REVISION

INITIALS

1 FIRST FLOOR 1/8" 1'-0"

1

REFELCTED CEILING PLAN SHEET TITLE: 1/8" 1'-0"

FLOOR PLAN

Color Code Key: Private Offices

Symbol Legend: SHEET NUMBER:

A101

Akova Pendant

Storage

LightArt Echo Pendant

Work-areas

Akova Pendant

Team Work-areas

Flos - Ray S Pendant

Breakroom

Blu Dot - Laika Medium Pendant

Material Library + Resource Room

Recessed LED Downlight

Reception Area

CTED CEILING PLAN 1'-0"

REFELCTED CEILING PLAN 1/8" 1'-0"

1

LightArt Slim Beam

CONFERENCE RENDERING

COLLABORATIVE WORK AREA RENDERING

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MI XE D - USE DESI GN HOME / RETAIL STORE GROUP PROJECT

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR

RETAIL EXTERIOR

SCOPE OF PROJECT

Located in North Arizona, Sedona is famous for its red rock scenery and national forests which cover over 1.8 million acres. Within the red rock scenery and national forests, there are 4 main vortex meditation sites which are spots of energy entering or leaving the earth’s plane. These vortexes are located near sacred sites and are are a huge tourist attraction.

The swirling pools of energy affect the growth of the trees which naturally lead the trunks to grow in a spiraling manner. Inspired by the surrounding trees and hopes to spread more knowledge and awareness of Navajo Culture and weaving, we chose to name the retail store “Woven Roots”

CONCEPT

A retail experience integrated into a residential environment.

The Navajo people are involved in many different art forms with Navajo weaving being the most prominent. Our project features a modern retail experience/lifestyle with traditional Navajo cultural and designs aspects. The Navajo people have a big focus on nature and connecting to the earth which is why we are using natural materials to further connect the natural environment with the building. Our final product combines functionality purposes and aesthetics like Navajo weaving does.

COMMERCIAL INTERIOR

RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR

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HOSPI TA LITY DESIGN BEI TEMPI RESTAURANT & BAR

GROUP PROJECT

Bar Rendering

THE BRAND

Our restaurant is to be considered an extension of the vision and design concept of The Botanist Craft Cocktail Lounge, which is attached to the Paradiso Restaurant in the Bishop Arts district. Our design is an effort to re-imagine the feel of the Botanist Bar in the format of a fine dining restaurant.

Incorporating the dark moody colors and textiles of the original bar will reinforce the feeling of privacy and intimacy that creates an effective environment for fine dining.

CONCEPT

The design will capture the spirit and the energy of Deep Ellum’s night scene wit the use of bold colors, strong curvilinear lines that draw individuals through spaces and create unique identities in each location (i.e bar, main dining, entrance) to apply effective wayfinding principles. We will be implementing the theory of prospect and refuge by incorporating alternate ceiling heights and use of partitions in the large open dining space to create more desirable seating as “people prefer environments where they can easily survey their surroundings and resort to safety if necessary” (Holden, Lidwell & Butler, 2010). We will apply lighting psychology to our design by using lighting to form functional zones, with varying luminance, brighter in high traffic areas, and dimmer in areas of relaxation (i.e bar, lounge etc.) as “different illuminance levels establish a perceptual hierarchy and direct the viewers gaze” (Sabedra,2017).

LOCATION

Address: 2911 Main Street Dallas, TX 75226 We have chosen our site to be in the heart of Deep Ellum, known as the lively entertainment district. Our clientele will include young adults, business professionals, and occasionally large group celebrations. Patrons will be drawn to our location for the bar, live music and atmosphere.

Site Analysis

References:

Circulation Analysis

Custom Bar Sketch

Holden, K., Lidwell, W., Butler, J. (2010). Universal Principles of Design, Revised and Updated: 125 Ways to Enhance Usability, Influence Perception, Increase Appeal, Make Better Design Decisions,. United States: Rockport Publishers.

FLOOR PLAN

REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

Public / Large Party Dining

4” Round LED Downlight

Semi-Private / Bar

Pendant Mount Tech. Light

Private / Dining Area

Parametric Light Strip Suspended Chandelier Suspended Linear Tech. Light

Large Dining Rendering

Private Dining Rendering

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