Portfolio by Valentina O

VALENTINA OUTUMURO

DESIGNER

ABOUT ME

I was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela. My aesthetic is driven by my love for modern and colorful interior design. This is greatly influenced by the tropics where I was raised. From an early age, I have been passionate about design and art. My artistic aesthetic can be appreciated in my interior renderings and landscapes which can be accessed in my portfolio. Over the years I’ve been fortunate to call Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Miami, New York and Milan home. From a young age, my parents encouraged my input in the design aspect of all the re idences that we have lived in. They are my first teachers. For me, every space in a home should be a reflection of its owner’s personality. Interior design is the best way I communicate with others. In my downtime, I am an avid piano player in both classical and pop genres. These are my moments of relaxation and introspection. Moving forward I am excited to further my interior design skills and become an even better communicator with my clients.

Tronco

SIDE TABLE

CONCEPT

A multifunctional product called Tronco, conceived for Generation Z. Combining comfort and technology, the product serves as a side table, speaker, and phone charging station. Inspired by the coexistence of the digital and natural worlds, Tronco’s design mimics a tree trunk with digitally crafted engravings.

The 508 mm diameter provides ample space, and casters to cater to the nomadic lifestyle of Generation Z. The integration of a high-quality speaker system and a wireless charging pad adds layers of functionality,reflecting the dynamic and tech-savvy nature of the generation.

Tronco serves as a tangible representation of the intricate relationship between Generation Z and technology, symbolizing the fusion of comfort, functionality, and digital immersion in their lives.

SKETCHES & FINAL

Tronco side table for Cappellini

TRONCO & EXPLODED VIEW

Plywood

Paint

Tronco side table for Cappellini

TECHNINCAL DRAWINGS & MATERIALS

Wood Slab Picking

Milling

and straightens the wood

Engraving

Punching

creates texture and pattern laser-cut holes for music from the speakers to come out

Steaming

Glueing

Nail Caster to Base

Tronco side table for Cappellini

BEYONDTHECRATERS

CONCEPT

The essence revolves around highlighting the transformative journey, celebrating imperfections, and seamlessly intertwining the pursuit of beauty and growth within the continuous flow of change.

This console table truly embodies the essence of lava and its distinctive features. It seamlessly merges the roughness and imperfections of the stone, with the complete organic form melting to visually captivate the embodiment of movement and process inspired by lava.

CRATER sets of espresso cups

The design of the Crater was thought to resemble the lava cracks in volcanic rocks. We focused on subtopics such as fluidity, imperfections, and uncertainty; this set of espresso cups seamlessly integrates the technology of thermochromic pigmentation, which allows the design of the cracks of the cups to completely change color when a liquid is added into the cup. The orange color interlays in the cracks that changes form a bold contrast with the lava stone material of the cups to solidify the connection of lava within the material.

THE BLOOP console

THE BLOOP

console - materials

Key Holder

Metal Finish Chrome

Lava Stone Finish Polished and Rusty

Beyond the Craters Lapilli Contest - The Bloop (console)

THE BLOOP

Beyond the Craters Lapilli Contest - The Bloop (console)

THERMOCHROMIC PIGMENTATION:

Thermochromic pigmentation works when an object uses organic leuco-dye mixtures. The color transition occurs when the dyed surface touches a liquid and changes temperature. Additionally, the science behind it consists of a change in crystalline and structure.

Metal Finish: Chrome

Stone

Beyond the Craters Lapilli Contest - Crater (cup set)

MOOD

CONCEPT

Mood lamp integrates color psychology, featuring six colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple each representing different emotions.

Designed as an oval ellipsoid the lamp emphasizes balance and gently sways without tipping over. Constructed from brass and alabaster, it combines aesthetic appeal with functional interactivity. The Eq-Radio mood sensor detector and AI technology detects up to six emotions by analyzing breath and heart rate, adjusting the lamp’s color accordingly. Measuring 165 mm in diameter and 254 mm in height, Mood lamp promotes emotional balance and well-being through advanced technology and elegant design.

Mood Martinelli Luce & E-novia