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AT THE INTERSECTION

Academic project presenting a residential design that explores accessibility in a post-pandemic world

PROFESSIONAL WORKS

A collection of works done as a junior interior designer at an interior architecture firm

AT THE INTERSECTION

At the Intersection is a residential design settled in a post-pandemic world. With the sharp increase in mental health struggles and awarness of personal spaces since the pandemic it is more important than ever to have a home that accomodates a diverse set of demographics and issues. The title came about from a need for homes that meet a plethora of needs, converging into a single point like an intersection of a neighborhood road. It also stems from the intersectionality of idividuals and families where different identies intersect and interact to create unique experiences and unique design problems. At the Intersection is meant to serve the needs associated with multi-generational households, necessary means for possible furuture quarantines, and individuals with a range of disabilities and individual characteristics that may make living in a typical space distressing and unfucntional. The goal was to produce a flexible, accessible, and cohesive design by incorporating innovative solutions to the problems associated with athe current state of the world as well as its everchnaging conditions and individuals.

MOM, 46

Works from home

Interior Designer

Often hosts clients and gatherings

DAD, 50

Real estate Agent

Chronic Anxiety

Often physically active

YOUNGEST SON, 10

Often physically active

On the autism spectrum

High School Student Dog walker

Partially Blind

GRANDMA, 73

Works from home

Painter and sculpter Wheelchair user

ELDEST SON, 20

College Student

Athlete

Often physically active

DAUGHTER, 16 SERVICE PET, 3yrs

OPTIMIZE VIEWS

MINIMIZE SOUND

LOUD AREAS

NATURAL LIGHT

SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT

Minor modifications to the typical residential floor plan are made in order to make a profound impact in creating an adaptable home.

• Rooms are barrier-free, lowering the risk of injuries and stress

• The existing master becomes an accessible suite for the grandmother

• The existing garage decreses in size to add in a multi-use room

• An elevator is added for individuals with mobility disibilities

The home is also quarantine-ready with:

• Half baths near entrances to encourage hand washing

• A home office and multipurpose room

• A basement equipped with a gym, entertainment space, and spa as an escape from the feeling of being stuck at home during a lock down

FINISH FLOOR PLAN

Drawers for full storage access

Lowered counter height

Adjustable cooktop counter

Pull out surface for hot plates

Low open shelving for wheelchair accessibility

Lowered counter height

This custom island comes fully equipped. The open shelving, drawers in place of shelved cabinets, varrying counter heights, and a mechanically adjustable cooktop allows ease of access and use for all individuals.

Microwave shelf

VIEW FROM KITCHENVIEW FROM LIVING ROOM

The dark base in contrast with the lighter countertops aids individuals with visual disabilities. The countertoos are made from a renewable material that doesn’t hold onto bacteria and germs, a comforting finish for people who are immune compromised.

RENDERING, MATERIALS + FINISHES

Wood slats draw the eyes up similarly to the way tall trees do in the forest

Textured walls help with way finding for the visually impaired, similar to texture of tree bark.

Cork flooring mimicks sand on a beach, not only in color, but also in its sound absorbing properties. This aids in ensuring the mental comfort of individuals on the spectrum.

Varying ceiling heigths create a natural atmosphere that makes one feel like they are in the woods surrounded by trees and branches of varying heights.

Vibrant colors are stimulating and beaitiful as flowers found in nature.

Furniture with natures finishes, like stone and wood, add to the feeling of being outdoors.

PROFESSIONAL WORKS

A collection of works performed while interning and eventually working full time at a hospitality design firm based out of Ellicot City MD. We specialize in designing exceptional spaces throughout the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas. Autocad, sketchup, photoshop, and lumion are the CADD programs used in order to bring these spaces from ideation to final construction.

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