INTERIOR DESIGNCLAIRE SHATZEN

This design studio emphasizes the elements used by the designer in the development of hospitality interior spaces such as restaurants, clubs, coff ee shops, and hotels. Both conceptual and practical issues are explored relative to site analysis, programming, space planning, green design, circulation, volume, furnishings, color, and texture in the design of interior space.

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

SMOOTHIE SHOP

The assignment for this project was to develop a smoothie shop for an establishment located in a relatively small college town. Based on a micro and macro point of view, the design proposal was derived from a contextual understanding of its location and purpose. Rendered site plans, elevations, sections, perspectives and plan views were completed with an emphasis on free-hand, rapid visualization techniques. A suggested name, branding, program and typology design via 3D modeling were also required.

“THE BLEND” SMOOTHIE SHOP

EXTERIOR ELEVATION 1

SECTION A

“THE BLEND” SMOOTHIE SHOP

FLOOR PLAN

EXTERIOR ELEVATION 2

RESORT - LOBBY, RESTAURANT, BAR

The project objective was to develop the brand imaging and interior design of three typologies of spaces incorporated into the development of a resort located in Fiji. Working collaboratively with two partners, the assignment was to develop a concept design proposal for the entryway leading to the lobby, the restaurant, and the outdoor bar and lounge. Case study research on hotels and native Fiji customs were also required prior to any design development.

INSPIRATION:The movement & bodystructure of Fiji’s native jellyfi sh

PROJECT STATEMENT:Refl ections Resort envelops the senses, luring you through the fl uid and free fl owing atmosphere inspired by the movement and bodystructure of Fiji’s native jellyfi sh

COPPER

DRIFTWOOD

ENVELOPING

ENTICING

STRIKING

“REFLECTIONS” RESORT

MARE EXCELLENCE TILEFLOORING

JERUSALEM QUARTZRECEPTION FACADE

IRONSTONE CHARCOALWALL VENEER

CORNERSTONE QUARTZRECEPTION DESK

CERAMIC TILEFLOORING

“BREAKERS” BAR & LOUNGE

COPPER RODSSPACE DIVIDER

GOLDEN KING GRANITEBAR TABLETOP

MADURA GOLD DARK GRANITEBOOTH TABLETOP

WHITE VINYL FABRICSEAT UPHOLSTERY

WOVEN TEXTILEBOOTH UPHOLSTERY

CONCRETE STAMPEDEXTERIOR FLOORING

HONEY ONYXBAR FACADE

CRACKLE FIELD TILEBAR TABLETOP

“WHIRLPOOL” LOUNGE & SPA

HONEY GLASS TILE POOL/POOLSIDE BAR TRIM

This design studio focuses on the aesthetic and functional issues related to the creation of freestanding furniture. Special attention is given to the fabrication of materials and construction methods, primarily exploring the process of design transposed to production.

FURNITURE DESIGN & FABRICATION

CONCEPT - IDEA OF PATTERN & PUZZLE

OBJECTIVE - CREATE A COMPOSITION RELATIVE TO THE IDEA OF A ‘CANTILEVER’

CANTILEVER DESIGN The project objective was to design and fabricate an object that explores the idea of a balanced cantilever. One clear coat fi nish and two types of joinery methods were used in the construction of the object. Using only reclaimed materials, the object had to be able to convey a composition relative to the idea of a ‘cantilever’ via static or dynamic conditions.

OBJECTIVE - CREATE A COMPOSITION RELATIVE TO THE IDEA OF A ‘CANTILEVER’

CONCEPT - IDEA OF PATTERN & PUZZLE

GOAL - CREATE A COHESIVE DESIGN FROM A SERIES OF SMALL PIECESGOAL - CREATE A COHESIVE DESIGN FROM A SERIES OF SMALL PIECES

1:2 SCALE

MODEL MAKING:

RECYCLED FURNITURE DESIGNThe main project intent was to focus on the importance of designing furniture that promotes sustainable practices. In the development of the “bench/stool/table furniture piece,” modularity was the primary design focus. To limit sequential purchases of products, a modular furniture piece (with various functions) is often regarded as a highly sustainable practice. Ultimately, designing furniture that promotes sustainability and challenges the status quo of existing products were two of the main project objectives.

CUTTING PLYWOOD:

APPLYING FINISH:

BENCH

STOOLS

TABLE

STORAGE

MODULAR FURNITURE PIECE:

PLYWOOD “BENCH/STOOL/TABLE”

Interned for Interior Offi ce Solutions in Irvine, CA. The main responsibility of the intern was to transfer hand-rendered drawings of furniture designs into 3D models with accurate dimensions and applied fi nishes, via the computer program, Google SketchUp. Accompanying colleagues to metal and wood vendors was also essential in order to ensure smooth project development and positive work relationships.

INTERNSHIP

Using guidelines established by the Advanced Placement College Board, students must prepare a portfolio of their best work. At the end of the year, students must submit their portfolio to a panel of judges for an evaluation to determine the fi nal grade. Students are expected to complete a minimum of 40 works, including a personal concentration of at least 12 pieces that focuses on a theme of personal interest to each student.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART

CLOWN FISHACRYLIC PAINT

CORAL REEF ECOSYSTEMWATERCOLOR PAINT

TWO FISHESWATERCOLOR & COLORED PENCILS

CORAL REEF STUDYCOLORED PENCILS

SEA TURTLE OIL PAINT

CONCENTRATION THEME: CORAL REEFSCORAL STUDYACRYLIC PAINT

THE MUMMYCOLORED PENCILS

POWER LINESACRYLIC PAINT

MISCELLANEOUS ARTWORK

AT THE AQUARIUMPASTELS

THE SPIRAL STAIRCASECHARCOAL

SUNSET #1ACRYLIC PAINT

FABRIC STUDYCHARCOAL

COMMISSIONED ARTWORK:SEASHELL STUDYACRYLIC PAINT

COWBOY BOOTCOLORED PENCILS

INTERIOR DESIGN

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