Sonia

Bourruel

I n t e r i o r D e s i g n P o r t f o l i o

I am half French half Spanish and have lived in the UK for 12 years. I am a self-starter and put my all into everything that I do, create or design. I am a creative by nature, and relentless about meeting clients’ needs and expectations. I grew up in the world of construction, property and design – it is in my blood. My grandfather was a builder who also developed new formulas for tile adhesives and set-up a bathroom and kitchen design family business.

I pursued a career in risk management and strategy in financial services. You would think that I fell quite far from the tree, but these two worlds are not that far apart. For me, design is all about understanding your client and finding the solutions to meet their needs, whether these are wellbeing, health, space, adding value, safety or making a space unique and different. Bringing interest and eccentricity to a space is what I seek to deliver across my projects. I have always been attracted to architecture and admire the works that combine architecture, interior design and engineering to develop statement buildings and architectural focal points in a space. This is why I particularly loved our final project as we were given creative freedom where I designed a glass and timber ceiling feature to connect different parts of the space. It excites me to combine innovative thinking with the practical needs of a client and offer a solution that works, regardless of budget or other constraints. I had to put this into practice when undertaking the refurbishment of my own home where space and budget were some of the constraints. Where able to see the bigger picture, I can explore any level of detail, which proved critical for our third project, the joinery detailing. I really enjoyed intricately dissecting every single element of the construction process and rebuilding it into a workable and interesting result, or for the Dyson exhibition stand where I had to sharply ramp up in lighting and interactive technologies.

When asked what inspires me, it’s honestly everything! I seek inspiration anywhere, whether this be in particular spaces, through nature and culture, or in conversations with relatives and friends. Keep your eyes and ears open.

Designers can really make a difference to how people live and work and this is what I truly want to be a part of.

Abou t Me. . .

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Rehabilitation Centre Design02.

03.Joinery

Detailed Design

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01.Restaurant

Design

04.Exhibition

Stand Design

Competition Reception Room Design05.

06.2 Bed

Apartment Design

Pre KLCRefurbishment Live Personal Project 07.

Sketch Model - Photoshop render Sketch Model - Light Testing

Bespoke designed Mural - From hand sketch to 3D in SketchUp

Sketch Model - Light Testing

Commercial Project

Restauran t Design - Carousel

Main restaurant - Architectural Mesh suspended feature - SketchUp and V-Ray render

Key Materials - From Top Left clockwise:- Washrooms flooring, wall tiles and paint- Bar Tiles, Leathers and Walls Micro concrete- Dining Tiles, Architectural Mesh, Leathers,

Reclaimed wood and kitchen tiles- Wine cellar micro concrete, brass and leather

The BriefDevelop a design proposal that reflects a consistently changing line-up of experiences.

The ConceptThe Concept for the design is “Unexpected Fusion” implemented with Deconsctructivism.

The Design ProposalThe design is executed through deconstructivism that has been implemented through deconstructed mirrored glass ceiling structure and throughout the design.The key features of the design are: - A place that triggers and brings different

encounters together - flexible and varied seating, allowance for online workshops.

- Different feelings in dedicated spaces - distinct decors matching the feel to be triggered in each area.

- Unleash the essence - architecturally and commercially (selling the Chef’s of the moment special ingredients at the end of dinner).

Commercial grade and sustainable materials are used to reflect Carousel’s branding. The design has been developed to be inclusive and in line with Part B, K and M Building Regulations.

Exploded Plan - 3D View SketchUp rendered in V-Ray

Elevation - V-Ray and Photoshop render

Section - V-Ray and Photoshop render

Wine Cellar - SketchUp, V-Ray and Photoshop render

Reflected Ceiling Plan - AutoCAD

Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

Main Restaurant - SketchUp, V-Ray and Photoshop renderGarden Bar - SketchUp, V-Ray and Photoshop render

Skills used in Project

Concept and Design Development

Space Planning

Building Regulations review

3D Sketch Model

Hand sketches and renders

Technical Drawings including Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

3D Modelling - SketchUp

Rendering in Photoshop and V-Ray

Materials & FF&E sourcing and Budgeting

Interview with Restaurant Owner

Client Presentation

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Neurokinex Rehabili ta t ion Space

Entrance - SketchUp and Photoshop render

Sensory Room - SketchUp and V-Ray render

Meeting Exercising Room - SketchUp and Photoshop render

The BriefNeurokinex is a charity that offers personalised neurological rehabilitation for various forms of paralysis. Propose creative but budget-conscious design for the teenagers rehabilitation space that responds to the needs of staff and visitors and creatively communicates and represents the needs, values and aspirations of the clients.

The ConceptThe Concept for the design is “Elevate”

The Design ProposalThe design delivers a space that provides a range of treatments to meet every teenager’s needs and conditions. The mood is meant to feel light, yet dynamic, and transpose support and independence. Normalising the space and targeting a young audience regardless of their impairments became the priority.

In response to the client’s request to create a ‘bright space’ with a ‘mature rainbow scheme’, a vibrant and fresh approach to colours has been decided.With some impairments being more responsive to colour over text, it was proposed that graphic symbols should be incorporated into a wayfinding system.

Commercial Group Project - L ive Cl ient

Waiting Room - SketchUp and Photoshop render

Skills used in Project

Space Planning

Design Development

Building Regulations review

3D Modelling - SketchUp

Rendering in Photoshop

Materials and FF&E sourcing

Budgeting

Interviews with:- Health professionals, - Parents of disabled children, - Other rehabilitation centre, - Inclusive design researcher - Climbing wall supplier

Live Client PresentationSpace Planning - SketchUp

Rendered Plan Zoning and Way Finding

X-Ray 3D Section - SketchUp

X-Ray 3D Section - SketchUp

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Meeting Room - SketchUp and Photoshop render

Fireplace & Home Cinema Joinery

Resident ial ProjectThe BriefResidential Detailing. Create a detailed design for a wall between an informal kitchen-diner and the small home-cinema room, while waiting for confirmation of planning permission. Slate and Oak were the assigned materials for this Brief.

The ConceptThe Concept received for this design is “A cosy black and white home”

The Design ProposalThis work sits across stages 3 & 4 of the RIBA Plan of Work. The Design had to include - A ribbon fire on the dining room side. - A recessed TV & integrated AV on the

cinema side- Integrated lighting (accent) behind the

TV- Design specification of suitable

architectural detailingSlate and Oak were the main materials employed for this designed. With a strong focus on sustainability, sourcing location and type of materials were carefully selected.

Special finishes of materials were applied in order to deliver an aged industrial look and feel. Anodised bespoke aluminium doors and vertical gardens complement the style.

Construction of the walls included consideration for fire retardant and noise containment structure and materials - exploded wall illustration hereafter.

Lighting technology and premium Hi Fi system were sourced and designed to deliver an optimum experience. Fireplace Wall - SketchUp, V-Ray and Photoshop render Detailed Drawings

SketchUp Exploded Walls

Home Cinema Room - SketchUp and Photoshop render

Skills used in Project

Design Development

Detailed Drawing

Building Regulations review

Technical Drawings incl. Detailing - AutoCAD

Hand detailed drawing

3D Modelling - SketchUp

Rendering in Photoshop and V-Ray

Materials analysis and sourcing

Joinery walls Transection Cut - AutoCad

Cinema Room wall Elevated Section - AutoCad

Key Materials - Oak & Slate

Fireplace wall Elevated Section - AutoCad

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Fireplace Wall - SketchUp and Photoshop render

The BriefA visible and powerful presence that reflects the Brand Identity.The brief for this Commercial project was to design an island exhibition stand for Dyson.

The ConceptThe Concept for this design is “Catalyst”.

The Design ProposalShow the unseen, inspired by Dyson Pure Cool fan blades: - The brand’s catalyst position would be reaffirmed

through the overall design and designed experiences on stand.

- The unseen would be materially revealed through Augmented Reality when placing smart devices in front of the installations.

Innovative materials such as Fabricoil have been used for an industrial style.

The experiences are materialised through features such as Fibre Optic installation and polyurethane spheres filled with Helium pre-programmed to react to level of crowding.

The design has been developed to be inclusive and in line with Part M Building Regulations.

Ex hibi t ion Stand - Dyson

Commercial Project

Key Materials

Outside of the Stand - SketchUp and Photoshop render

General Arrangement Plan - Rendered

Reflected Ceiling Plan - AutoCAD

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Sketch Model Initial Developments - SketchUp Exterior Elevation- AutoCAD

The Today & Tomorrow

The Technology

“The Today & Tomorrow” experience - SketchUp and Photoshop render

“The Technology” experience - SketchUp and Photoshop render

Skills used in Project

Concept and Design Development

Space Planning

Building Regulations review

Technical Drawings including Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

Sketch Model

Hand sketches and renders

3D Modelling - SketchUp

Rendering in Photoshop

Materials sourcing

Interviews with Lighting Designer, Architectural Mesh supplier and Inclusive Design researcher

Client Presentation

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Recept ion Room - Por ta Romana

Resident ial Project - Competit ion

Inspiration

The BriefDesign a formal reception room using pieces from the Porta Romana collection of lighting and furniture. The clients: a couple with three children, whose main residence is in the Cotswolds, looking for this space to be a base for the family as well as an entertainment space for clients and friends.

The ConceptIn line with the clients’ profile and needs and Porta Romana brand, the Concept for this design was “Reunion” delivered through Organic Architecture.

The Design ProposalNature, became prevalent as a vector to unite and harmonise the different needs for the couple in a city environment. The intention was to obtain a playful and different feel throughout the space. Selected pieces from Porta Romana have been customised in size and finishes to offer

a bespoke design. A selection of noble, enduring and natural fabrics and materials - such as Tadelakt flooring - have been selected through the scheme. Technology for this design included fitted Sonos system and connected Lutron lighting.

East Elevation - AutoCAD

North Elevation - AutoCAD

Key Furniture and Finishings

Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

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Skills used in Project

Concept and Design Development

Space Planning

Technical Drawings incl. Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

Hand sketches and renders

3D Modelling - SketchUp

Rendering in Photoshop

Materials and FF&E sourcing

Reception Room - Hand sketch hand rendred

Reception Room - SketchUp and Photoshop render Reception Room - SketchUp and Photoshop render

The Brief“Not just another show apartment”.Design a newly acquired apartment in Battersea.The client: an interior designer, a lover of nature, enthusiastic entertainer, requiring the space to accommodate both her working and socialising life.

The ConceptThe Concept for this design is “Balancing Contrast”.

The Design ProposalThe intent: deliver a home that provides a sanctuary feel with clean lines and maximum use of natural light as well as an ample storage capacity.

The design provides the client balance, privacy and functionality in her home while energising her through the journey.

Unique features developed for this apartment included:- Interior gardens and suspended gardens, - Japanese tub in the bedroom - Garden wall in the bedroom- A curved main partition wall separating the

client’s private and entertaining spaces.

2Bed Apar tmen t in Bat ter sea

Resident ial Project

Living Dining Space - Hand sketch hand rendred

Inspiration Sketch Initial Layout Sketch Model Initial Layout

Key Finishings Sketch Model

Skills used in Project

Concept and Design Development

Space Planning

Technical Drawings incl. Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

3D Sketch Model

Hand sketches and renders

Materials sourcing

Client Presentation

Lighting Plan - AutoCAD

Living Dining Space - Hand sketch hand rendred

Inspiration Sketch Sketch ModelSection - AutoCAD and partial render in Photoshop

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Illustrations of Final Result

4Bed House in Bounds Green

Resident ial L ive Project

The BriefRefurbishment project intending to optimise space and circulation flow inside and to the outside on the ground floor of a small

Victorian Home. Redesign the bathroom on the 1st floor. Improve electrics and lighting.

The Design ProposalThe scope of work included design, sourcing and project management of the refurbishment project with a limited budget.The intent was to provide a modern industrial feel while conserving and reviving original features in the property.

Detail of works undertaken on the ground floor are provided in the detailed drawing.

The refurbishment included:- Opening of walls and moving of outside

openings to the garden

- Design and sourcing of a new kitchen, doors and windows

- Design and fitting of new electrics and lighting

- Sourcing of materials, radiators, and bespoke upper cabinets for the kitchen

- Project management

Key challenges included phasing of timelines with deliveries that were coming from abroad, the handling of fragile materials, the access and storage space in the property, living in the property while undertaking the building work.

After Building Work

Skills used in Project

Design Development for refurbishment including lighting

Regulations and planning application requirements review

FF&E and Material sourcing all over Europe

Contractors and Surveyors contracting and management

Project Management - including scope of work and responsibilities allocation, budget and timeline management

Budget Management

Snagging Review

People management and problem solving

Technical Drawings - AutoCAD

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C on t a c t D e t a i l s

Sonia Bourruel

soniabourruel@y ahoo.com

07811372730

@soniabdsgn

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