TAYLOR ENGLISH
Design Portfolio
Hi! My name is Taylor English and I'm from Aurora, Illinois. I’m currently in my third year at Kent State University, where I am pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design with a minor in Construction Management. In addition to my studies, I am an active member of the Kent State Women’s Soccer Team and serve as a student leader for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Outside of academics, I enjoy spending time outdoors, connecting with friends and family, and striving toward my athletic goals.
My passion for design is deeply rooted in my love for painting, literature, and drawing, all of which inspire the creative freedom I value in the design process. My approach to design is characterized by intentionality, attention to detail, and a focus on creating welcoming, inviting spaces.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Division 1 Collegiate Athletics
2022 - Present | Kent State Women’s Soccer Team
Devote 30+ hours per week to athletics while balancing a full course load Demonstrate valuable skills in commitment, communication, discipline, and teamwork.
Develop concentration, strong work ethic, and perseverance to meet personal and team goals.
Youth Soccer Coach
2020 - 2023 | Aurora, Illinois : Wheatland Athletic Association
2022 - Present | Stow, Ohio : Stow Parks & Recreation
Coordinate and arrange soccer drills for children, ages 1-8
Teach children the fundamentals and tactics of soccer
Encourage athletes to engage and grow
Empire Burgers & Brew - Host
2024 - Present | Naperville, Illinois
Greet and seat guests in a welcoming and professional manner
Manage waitlists, coordinate seating arrangements, and provide customer service
Collaborate with co-workers and utilized communication skills
ORGANIZATIONS
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Student Leader
2023 - Present | Kent State University
Serve as a student leader for the student athletes
Dedicate time weekly to meet with the leadership team
Create, teach, and lead weekly sessions and teachings
AWARDS
Dean’s List | Kent State University CAED
Fall 2022 - Present
Academic ALL-MAC | Kent State Women’s Soccer
Fall 2023
X-Gallery Recipient | Kent State University CAED
*Chosen by Studio Professor
Fall 2022
Fall 2024 - Studio 4, Project 1
Fall 2024 - Studio 4, Project 2
630-649-1191
tenglis8@kent edu
LinkedIn - Taylor English
EDUCATION
Kent State University
2022-2026
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design
Minor in Construction Management
Cumulative GPA: 3 8/4 0
Oswego East High School
2018-2022
Illinois State Scholar
Summa Cum Laude
AP Scholar
National Honors Society Member
SKILLS
Design
Revit
Enscape
Rhino
AutoCAD
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Bluebeam
Microsoft Office
Work
Time Management
Organization
Leadership
Creative
Communication
Teamwork
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Studio II
Studio I
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Foundations
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REINVENTING THE WORKPLACE
4H Non-Profit
BEYOND WORTHY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FACILITY
IIDA 2025 Design Competition
E 45th STREET
Library / Archive
L.N. GROSS BUILDING
Indian Cultural Center
ACCESSIBLE ART BUNKHOUSE
ADA Focused
PERSONIFYING, PROGRAMING, & DESIGNING
The Game of Chess
REINVENTING THE
WORKPLACE
The primary objectives were to create a space that supports employee growth while promoting productivity, creativity, and performance. 4-H is centered around the principles of community, connection, and lifelong growth. This non-profit is committed to empowering youth by providing equal opportunities and addressing the needs of children. Through active engagement, it nurtures individuals who are confident, hardworking, determined, responsible, and compassionate. The design of the workspace embodies the essence of 4-H by incorporating intentionality, flexible wayfinding, and a welcoming atmosphere The project aims to foster community through hands-on learning, creating a lasting impact Recognizing that each youth’s growth journey is unique and this design highlights the diverse paths that all lead to success
4-H Client:
Head,Heart,Hands,andHealth
“Our mission is to give young people access to opportunity.”
The primary 4-H colors, green and orange, are integrated throughout the design, paired with wood textures, gold accents, and distinctive patterns to support the nonprofit’s mission Both levels feature drop-down ceilings and varying floor materials, with the ceiling and flooring design mirroring each other to create clear wayfinding. Curved elements are used throughout the space to unify the two floors and highlight the adaptability of each individual's journey. This project embodies energy, community, and connection, achieved through a blend of elegance, warmth, and cohesion.
Social Seating - Enscape Render
Cafe - Enscape Render
Collaboration Space - Enscape Render
Meeting Spaces - Enscape Render
The "Beyond Worthy Behavioral Health Facility," loc care for individuals aged eighteen and older The des clear wayfinding, and inspire confidence and trust in design will meet and exceed these initial requiremen restroom to offer patients a sense of privacy during t courtyard will be designed as interactive, skill-buildin aesthetic will be warm, welcoming, and evoke a sens the patients’ sense of purpose and worthiness
ated in Denver, Colorado, will offer behavioral sign of this space must foster healing, provide both patients and staff. Every aspect of the ts. Each single bedroom will feature a private this vulnerable period. The social lounge and ng spaces that promote healing. The overall e of peace, spiritual renewal, while highlighting
The Beyond Worthy Behavioral Health Facility is cente foster prosperity in health and happiness, and highlight designed to meet patients exactly where they are, serv strength, recognize their value, and find light during a c hope, health, happiness, and personal growth through g resilience.
ered around its core mission: to provide hope, each individual’s inherent worth. This facility is ing as a stepping stone to help them regain their hallenging time. The goal is to restore dignity, grace, community, compassion, spiritual love, and
Lobby & Reception Enscape Render
E. 45th STREET
The E. 45th building embodied the concept of archive and library. This project required the consideration of memory, emotion, and connection between the history of an object and the individual. My design captured the elegance and story behind each jewelry piece through intricate detailing, display intentionality, and precise color choices. The warmth of the wood flooring and seating provided contrast to the gold and glass ceiling fixtures. Lighting and shadows were emphasized through detailed partition walls and glass reflectance The ambience of the space represented the worth of each item within the archive.
Built-In Central Seating
The “S” shaped seating design was created with the intention of comfort, vibrance, invitation, and privacy. The concrete materiality of the curved base was chosen to compliment the industrial features. The curve provides a contrasting elegance to the industrial style structure.
Seating - Photoshop Render
Cafe - Photoshop Render
Archive Gallery - Photoshop Render
E. 45th Street Building Section - Photoshop Render
INDIAN CULTURAL CENTER
Udaipur Illustration - Photoshop
The L.N. Gross building is located in downtown Kent, Ohio, and is project brief included several spatial requirements, such as a custo and dining areas, reading room, art gallery, star-gazing telescopes, celebrate the beauty of Indian culture, creating a space that both collage, erosion model, and staircase design, I developed an aesth the L.N. Gross building, I prioritized the experience within the spa whimsical environment. The color palette was chosen to reflect In darker patterns and vibrant accents. The repeated use of saffron s evokes strength and tranquility. Every decision regarding the layo
s designed to reflect the essence of an Indian Cultural Center. The om staircase, fashion runway, musical performance space, kitchen , and an attar retail counter. The design’s primary goal was to informs and embodies its key qualities. Drawing inspiration from my etic that captures the strength of my work Throughout the design of ce, aiming to create an inviting, open, comfortable, elegant, and ndian cultural concepts, incorporating light oak wood in contrast with symbolizes the fire in religious ceremonies, while the dark blue ut, materials, and colors was made with intentionality and purpose.
Conceptual Planning
Indian Cultural Center Section A - Photoshop Render
Conference Room - Photoshop Render
Indian Cultural Center Section B - Photoshop Render
Reception Space - Photoshop Render
ART BUNKHOUSE
This accessible art bunkhouse is situated along the Catskill Mo create a space that fully accommodates individuals with variou cerebral palsy, asthma, sickle cell anemia, autism, epilepsy, visual with developmental challenges. The bunkhouse was designed to teen campers. The design was developed with careful conside hearing impairments, while adhering to ADA regulations through of nature, featuring wood floors and deep green accents. Skylig ample natural light. The open layout promotes easy access and c spaces. Overall, the design reflects simplicity, warm
untains in Hunter, New York. The design’s goal was to us abilities, including those with spina bifida, dwarfism, and hearing impairments, speech disabilities, and youth o house four individuals: one camp counselor and three eration for campers with cerebral palsy, dwarfism, and hout the space. The bunkhouse incorporates the warmth ghts and vaulted ceilings in the sleeping areas allow for clear communication, with minimal separation between mth, connection, creativity, and elegance.
PERSONIFYING, PROGRAMING, & DESIGNING
Concept Sketches
This project involved designing a chessboard, chess pieces, and an interior space that complements the pieces. The design blends natural materials, such as a wood board, with the elegance of glass elements. The chess pieces feature curved edges, highlighting the luxury and intelligence inherent in the game. The contrast between the glass pieces and the wooden board creates an interplay of delicacy and roughness. The 3D model is inspired by the structure of a treehouse, incorporating elements from nature and rounded edges The central part of the model consists of two stacked interior spaces, symbolizing the game of chess, where the higher elevation represents the piece that has captured the one below.
