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YASHICA DEVENDRA POPAT Interior Design
HELLO, I'M YASHICA DEVENDRA POPAT
Yashica Devendra Popat, President of Indian Bee Collective at SCAD, Marketing head of Interior design board at SCAD.
Born and raised in Mumbai, India. My intrigue in architecture, interior and planning drives back to times my cherished recollections when I assembled my dollhouse with Lego. I have always been amazed by my city, Mumbai, which is celebrated for its dynamic culture, buildings, and architecture. A country with a rich culture but faces many challenges and makes enormous efforts to advance daily.
I grew up hearing colourful stories about courageous people and a culture that will never be forgotten. These stories are sometimes full of hope and other times full of deep sorrow.
I want to forge a strong connection with and between people by using her creative thinking, artistic abilities, and problem-solving attributes.
. FUN FACT......
I, TOO, GO BEYOND MY RESUME AND PORTFOLIO; WE HAVE THAT IN COMMON. LET'S GET TO KNOW ONE ANOTHER...
RESUME
M.F.A IN INTERIOR DESIGN
- Savannah College of art and design
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
- Pillai col ege of Architecture
Work Experience
INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN - ATLANTA, USA
HBA INTERNATIONAL
(Sept’ 23- June ‘24)
Coordinated with several HBA teams in various locations working together for a notable resort project in Punta Cana, Assisting in FF&E selection, updating floor plans, and presentation development
Contributed significantly to the Budgeting aspects, quote generation, and specification drawing, as wel as concep ual design phases. Demons ra ed strong vendor relationship management abi ities, facilitating smoo h project coordination
JUNIOR ARCHITECT & INTERIOR DESIGNER
O7 ARCH TECTS & PLANNERS - MUMBAI, IND A
Assisted in ensuring hat designs meet building rules, zoning laws, and other regulations. Participates in site visits o evalua e progress and ensure tha construction meets design standards. Responsible for documenting site conditions and providing reports Helped with project management duties like scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration.
ARCHITECT NTERN
SOYUZ TALIB ARCHITECTS - MUMBAI, INDIA
Preparing schematic designs for various commercia and housing projects and conceptual drawing presentations, preparing construction drawings.
Software Skills
Achievements & Awards
BOB INOVATION (Nomination list 1st runner)
- IDA Georgia studen design compe ition (2023)
HONOR AWARD (SCAD)
- Outs anding leadership (2024)
BEST CLUB BEE OF THE YEAR (SCAD)- Team Work
- Best s udent Club award Indian Bee collective (2024)
Leadership
& Enthusiasm
CO- FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
- INDIAN BEE COLLECTIVE
Cultural Club at SCAD ATL (Sept 2022- June 2024)
MARKETING STRATEGIST (SCAD)
-Interior Design Organization (Sept2022-June 2023)
MARKETING STRATEGIST (HBA INTERNATIONAL,ATL)
Handled Instagram during Internship (Sept 2023 -June 2024)
INTERIOR + FILM - Set Design sprint
CHEF ATL
International Orientation Assistant (SCAD) (Sept 2022- November2023)
Library Assistant (Sept 2023- June 2024)
Student Success Ass stant (Feb 2022 - June 2023)
You Can Use me the most at ?
Ideation
Space planning
Selection of FF&E
AQUALINA, BAHAMAS.
WESTIN MAMMOTH.
EMBASSY SUITES, HILTON. HBA International, ATLANTA
THE TALE OF BERBER Co-Live Hotel Design Senior living Community center & Social housing
CANTERBURY COURT
Merengue is the bright traditional dance of the island that has joined the community together for generations.
Much like this dance, the family resort will create an upbeat, exciting tempo through vibrant colored textiles and whimsical lighting.
Dark wood tones and historic stone will set the stage for modern design to be showcased in light fixtures and architecture.
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic......
LOOK & FEEL
TEAM WORK
ADULT LOBBY - FURNITURE PIECES
ADULT LOBBY - FURNITURE PIECES
AQUALINA, Bahamas
Jan 2024
Step Into the Oasis
With the design concept inspired by the property’s name itself: Water, the property lures you to relish in its Oasis, where life is refreshed. As you enter the lobby you ’ re immersed into a world intended to enhance and elevate your lifestyle. Just like water it refresh you. We invite you to...
“STEP
INTO THE OASIS”
Overall Look & Feel TEAM WORK
Spa and Cinema Moodboard
TEAM WORK
WESTIN Mammoth 03
MOUNTAIN HAVEN
Drawing Inspiration from the majestic mountains. Combines Sophisticated modern design with elements that echos the natural environment.
EMBASSY SUITES, HILTON
THE OLIVE DEN by Wyndham group 01
STORY BOARD- Personal story
Due to the Pandemic, my office was shifted from In-person to remote; working at home was disturbing, thus killing my productivity level
I was on a hunt to find a proper work setting, and the place that finally connected was near the balcony, which had a nature view. But Why did I mention this? Guesses?
CITY- San Francisco
IIDA BEST OF BEST STUDENT AWARD 2023
- INNOVATIVE DESIGN
- 1ST FINALIST WINNER PROJECT
Studio 1: Live-Work Setting
Structure type: Built-works- Commercial - office building
Designers: Schweinfurth, A.C.
Architect (Firm) : Albert Cicera Schweinfurth
Dates : Construction 1897-1898
SWOT ANALYSIS
STRENGT
The site location is w connected with pub private transport.
OPPORTUNITY
Large Windo openin natura and ventila
THREAT
Chaotic moment around the structure transits, creating a concrete jungle.
UTOPIA IN AND AR
NATURE + S.F HILLS
PROXIMITY
CONCEPT IMAGERY
ZONING
RECEPTION/LOBBY
BALLROOM
WORKCAFE
CONFERENCEROOM/ CO-WORKINGSPACES
GUESTROOMS
Bricks, wood are biodegradable Lower-Impact Ma
KEY AREAS
01
RECEPTION AND LOBBY AREA
A - FRONT DESK AND RECEPTION
B - GUEST LOUNGE AREA
C - ENTRANCE TO BALLROOM
The Building reflects the historic value... HOW?
features like door elements that have been kept intact, which is visible in section below.
MATERIALS
SECTION
COLOR SCHEME
INSPIRATION
KEY PLAN
BRICK GLASS WOOD
FINISH FLOOR PLAN
FRONT DESK AND RECEPTION
RECEPTION VIEW
RECEPTION
SECTION
A - CAFE ENTRY
B - WORKING PODS
C - WORKING BAR
D - COFFEE BAR
E - INFORMAL WORKING SPACE
F - DISCUSSION POD
G - KITCHEN
WORK CAFE SECTION
03 TWIN ROOMS WITH COMMON SHARED SPACE FOR CO-WORKING
Even in the worst circumstances, ocean waves stand for hope, joy, and faith. Use to represent depth, breadth, and continuity. The emotion of awe evokes a sense of connection to something greater than oneself, a sense of the size of nature, and an effort to make sense of the experience. .
SHARED SPACE FOR CO-WORKING
BEDROOM
SHARED SPACE FOR CO-WORKING
CANTERBURY COURT 02
11-acre campus is home to three resident towers. There are 195 independent living apartments, 18 catered living apartments, and 44 nursing rooms for rehabilitation, nursing, and long-term care.
MOBILITY
FILING THE CONTINUUM ORIENTATTION AND WAYFINDING
CLIENT BRIEF
Designing common area spaces aswell as a residential unit.
BEST CONCEPT AND DESIGN
INNOVATION AWARD OF THE YEAR SCAD
Studio 2: ASSISTED LIVING
...........CANTERBURY COURT COMMON AREA CONCEPT.........
CAMERA
MATERIAL BOARD LIVING ROOM
MATERIAL BOARD DINING
LIVING ROOM
YING YANG ACTIVITY ROOM
RED
Use of this color was to promote Hunger
YELLOW
To promote cheerful Environment
ORANGE
Stimulating & can reduce Fatigue
WARM
Connected, Organic and Natural
DINING ROOM
THE TALE OF BERBER 04
Berber society has produced a logic which defines the man as the source of income while simultaneously limiting women's roles inside the home.
Women are the main actors in preserving Berber identity. They are the guardians of Berber culture, such as crafts, clothing, and culinary arts.
But the talent is hidden and not valued, so providing a stage or platform for them is important.
Stereotypes Chiseled in She Geometry
Studio
DESIGN PROCESS
CENTRAL CLASSROOM
DINING SPACE-V2
2ND AND 3RD FLOOR
4TH AND 5TH FLOOR
