Alexandra Xenaki
interior architecture and design portfolio
Alexandra Xenaki
interior architecture and design portfolio
Alexandra Xenaki education
computer skills
_BA in Interior Architecture, Decoration & Design
AutoCAD
at the Technological Educational Institute of Central Macedonia. (2010-2014)
Rhino SketchUp
courses and seminars
ArchiCAD 3dsMax
_Free hand and architectural drawing
Artlantis Renderer
at "ARTio" art studio in Heraklion Greece. (2008-2010)
_3D Studio Max seminar
V-Ray
_Photography seminars
InDesign
by the Hellenic Photographic Society of Crete. (2016)
Lightroom
_Rhino & V-ray Seminars
Ms Word
Photoshop
at "DP Studies" in Heraklion Greece. (2015)
Ms Power Point
by Authorized Training Center (2018)
personal info 19/08/1992 Heraklion Crete, Greece alex.xenaki@gmail.com +30 6985767670
languages Greek(native) English
work experience
hard skills
_Interior Architecture & Design Intern
sketching | freehand drawing | model making | hand rendering | architectural drawing experience in hospitality,retail & residential design
at Chrysa Afentouli's architectural office. (March 2014-October 2014)
_Architectural Assistant, 2D & 3D Designer
soft skills
at YellowLab Architectural Office – Fountoulaki Rena (May 2015- July 2016)
team spirit | creativity | organizational skills
_Architectural Assistant, 2D & 3D Designer
time management | multitasking
at Nikos Mourellos’s & Maria Pervolaraki’s Architectural Office.
adaptability | desire to learn
...............................................................................................................................interests
German Spanish
photography
travelling
music
movies
animals
sports
pottery
cooking
Contents H OS PITALIT Y & RECRE ATI O N D E S I G N
_University Dormitories using Prefabricated Modular Houses............................................................................... 6 _Cultural Center in Serres, Greece................................................................................................................................ 14
RE S I D ENTIAL D E S I G N
_House Renovation in Serres, Greece.......................................................................................................................... 18
RE TAI L D E S I G N
_''HOME''............................................................................................................................................................................ 22
E XH I B ITI O N D E S I G N
_Disney Pavilion..................................................................................................................................................................... 26
_Small Scale Exhibition Stand........................................................................................................................................ 30
FU RN ITU RE & PRO D U C T D E S I G N
_''Concrete Dance'', bench system................................................................................................................................. 32 _B.light...................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
OTH ER S K I LL S
_Sketches & Drawings....................................................................................................................................................... 36 _Photography......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
University Dormitories
using Prefabricated Modular Houses _Graduation Project (2014) _Team Project: A. Xenaki, D. Manousogianni _Contribution: research, concept development, space planning, 2D and 3D modelling, exterior rendering, common area renderings, render post-processing _Software: AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3dsMax Artlantis, Photoshop _Project Description: In this project we wanted to create a complex of student dorms that have the ability to adapt to almost every location around the world. For that reason we designed prefabricated house modules that could be placed anywhere as a single unit or as a part of a bigger complex according to the needs. Prefab Architecture was not only chosen because of its adaptability, but also because it is a time-saving, high quality and sustainable solution for mass housing. For our graduation project we designed the single house unit [In(n)Box], as well as an example of a building complex, located in the city of Serres in Greece, where despite the large number of students there are no dorms. The design project was executed in parallel with a theoretical thesis on Prefab Architecture, Micro-living and the existing condition of student dormitories in Greece.
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the I(n)nBox Unit
In(n)box is a prefabricated housing unit constructed completely off-site, which covers all the needs of a modern student residence, in a compact yet very ergonomic space. In(n)box’s shell consists of the exterior skin (aluminium panels), a steel frame, multiple layers of insulation materials and the interior skin (drywalls and laminate floor). The interior is divided vertically into two zones by a loft, which gave us the opportunity to maximise the space. The zone beneath the loft includes an open plan living room, kitchen and study area, as well as the bathroom, whereas on the loft is the bedroom area.
aluminium cladding panels
PLAN (beneath loft)
PLAN (over loft)
water supply and drainage piping
SECTION A-A
back window for more light and natural ventilation
FRONT
BACK protective railing
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I(n)nBox Interior & Furnishing To design the interior we wanted to find a solution to one of the biggest problems small houses have, the lack of storage facilities. For that reason, we sought to exploit the given space in the best way possible, by using practical design and ergonomic storage solutions. Key element of the furnishing is the adaptability to the character and the taste of each resident, by enabling them to choose from a predefined range of furniture and colours.
staircase with cabinet and drawers for extra storage
hillside by arflex
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furniture selection form
interior example (rendering by D. Manousogianni)
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I(n)nBox Building Complex The presented building complex is an example of the way the single I(n)nBox units can be stacked in order to create a whole building. Vertical columns, cross beams and horizontal surfaces create a grid-like steel frame in which the I(n)Box units are “slided � into. The complex consists of three levels of I(n)nBox and a common area at the ground level that can be used by the residents and other students as well. Small communal gardens have been designed in each level contributing both to the aesthetics of the building and the interaction between the residents.
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Exterior Renderings i
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Common Area On the ground floor of the complex a common area has been designed for the residents and other students. The space is divided in the lounge area, which also includes a small cafeteria and a computer area, the restrooms, laundry room and subsidiary rooms for storage etc.
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Cultural Center _Redesign of Academic Project _Software: AutoCAD, Rhino 5, Artlantis, Photoshop CS6 _Project Description: The aim of this project was to give a new purpose to an abandoned building that is part of a former military camp in Serres. I decided to design a Cultural Center addressing the needs of modern urban citizens. In the Cultural Center people will have access to activities such as dancing, art, music and theater classes. A library, an auditorium and an exhibition room have also been designed, where various other activities and events can be accommodated. Finally, people can also meet at the building’s cafeteria and foyer, or if the weather is nice they can “hang out” in the building’s backyard.
in Serres,Greece
dance
exhibition room
art auditorium music
administration
library
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cafeteria
foyer
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Home Renovation _Redesign of Academic Project _Software: AutoCAD, Rhino 5, Artlantis, Photoshop CS6 _Project Description: The aim of this project was to restore and renovate a building of the past century. I chose to renovate a two storey residence that was built during 1920’s in the city of Serres. The residence was re-designed to cover the needs of a family of four. In the ground floor there is an open plan living room and kitchen, a separate dining room, an office and a small wc. Upstairs there are the 3 bedrooms (master bedroom with walk-in closet, boy’s bedroom and nursery) as well as a bathroom. When it comes to the interior design, in most of the rooms I tried to maintain a sense of the past combined with a modern and simple touch, by using retro inspired furniture and materials and also by keeping the doors and window frames intact.
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in Serres,Greece
Ground Floor
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Upper Floor
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''HOME'' _Redesign of Academic Project _Software: AutoCAD, Rhino 5, Artlantis, Photoshop CS6 _Project Description: The aim of this project was to design the interior of a home decor store and its facade. I wanted the interior design to be minimal but at the same time to have a luxurious feeling. For that reason I used simple clean lines, straight surfaces and materials that have a sense of luxury such as brass, white marble and lacquer. The hexagon is a pattern that is being used both in the interior and the exterior of the store, not only for practical (display stands) but also for decorative reasons. Special attention was given to the lighting fixtures, in order to bring out the products in the best way possible.
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Interior
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Storefront
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Disney Pa v ilion _Academic Project, Pavilion for Indoor International Expo (2013) _Team Project: A. Xenaki, D. Manousogianni _Contribution: research, concept development, space planning, 2D and 3D modelling, renderings, render post-processing _Software: AutoCAD, 3dsMax Artlantis, Photoshop _Project Description: The aim of this project was to design a large scale pavilion for an indoor international Expo. Our team decided to design a pavilion for Disney. The aim of this pavilion is to exhibit the original sketches and 3D models of the most famous and fun-favourite animation films of the company. The pavilion is divided into two floors. On the ground floor there is the reception area and the exhibition space, which consists of 11 small, themed rooms. Upstairs there is a small cafe for the visitors and a storage room.
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front view
general plan
right view
ground floor plan
left view
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Small Scale Exhibition Stand _Academic Project, Small Scale, Urban Stand for Art Exhibition (2013) _Software: AutoCAD, Rhino 5, Artlantis, Photoshop CS6 _Project Description: With this exhibition stand I wanted to show how a simple structure, such as a box, can be converted into a small exhibition booth that combines functionality and design. The stand is divided into two parts. The one half consists of visible wooden beams and the other consists of an aluminium frame covered with cement boards and a final layer of concrete coating.
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plan
front view
left view
wooden beams
aluminium frame
concrete coating
white cement board
glass floor
concrete base
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''Concrete Dance'', _Academic Project, Furniture Design (2013) _Software: 3dsMax, Artlantis, Photoshop CS6 _Project Description: “Concrete Dance” is a bench system inspired by the dancers’ figures in the animation video “Thought Of You by Ryan Woodward”. Bench no.1 is based on the female dancer, who is in the air, so it has a lighter volume. On the other hand, Bench no.2 is more massive and robust, resembling the male dancer’s figure. Both benches are made of concrete, which is a sturdy,weatherproof and easy to clean material. The benches are fixed on a concrete base. Finally, a sunshade has been placed above the benches, in order to prevent the direct sunlight from overheating the benches, something that especially during the summer would make their use impossible.
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bench system
front view
back view
bench no.1
bench no.2
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B.light _Academic Project, Product Design (2013) _Team Project: A. Xenaki, D. Manousogianni, A.Daferera _Contribution: research, concept development, 2D and 3D modeling & rendering _Software: AutoCAD, 3dsMax, Mental Ray _Project Description: “B.light” is a bike accessory that produces light by using bioluminescence. How does it work? “B.light” is in fact a micro-aquarium for living bioluminescent bacteria, called dinoflagellates. Dinoflagellates are a photosynthetic species of marine plankton that have the ability to emit light in response to mechanical agitation. Based on this ability, we designed a product that has both a decorative and a functional use. “B.light” is an innovative and fun product that can replace the reflectors of a bike. It is placed on the wheels and due to the bike’s movement the bacteria get stimulated and start emitting light making the cyclist visible to other drivers during night hours .
Bioluminescence in Maldives 34
opening for refilling
ABS plastic
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Sketches & Drawings
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Photography
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Thank you!
Alexandra Xenaki interior architecture and design portfolio