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INTRO
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TESTIMONY
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TECHNO TEA HOUSE
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ZERO WASTE DESIGN
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FLOE.ZOOM SYSTEM
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SMART APARTMENT
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ERGONOMIC DESK
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THE RONA’ RETREAT
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FIRENZE APARTMENT
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FIORE CANOPY BED
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STAY IN TOUCH
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Intro Ami He i n r i ch owned and o perated an aw ar d-w i n n i n g marketing and des ign firm i n D e n v e r , Col or ado befo re pivo ting to a car e e r i n i n te r i or and furniture des ign. W i th a str on g f oundatio n in layo ut and gr ap h i c de si gn , Am i was Ce rtif ie d in R es i d en t i a I n t er i o r De sig n at the F lo rence D e si gn Acade my in F lo rence, Italy.
“This world is but a canvas to our imagination.�
W i th a s t r on g focu s on su stainable and gr een d es i gn , sh e has wo rked o n pro jects w i th gr ou p s an d s o lo enco m pas s ing Fur n i t ur e Des i gn, Inte rior De coration, an d h as a str on g fo undatio n in Inte rior Plan n i n g, Er gon omics, and De sig n in 360 d egr ees .
Henry David Thoreau
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“Ami has been a brilliant student with solution based approach to complicated design plans. What I personally appreciate the most about Ami is her enthusiasm to learn, deliver more than what is asked for and deliver with absolute perfection and in a timely manner. “
Testimony “Ami has always been attentive, diligent and active during lessons and has shown great learning abilities and has presented high quality and professional final projects. She very skillful and industrious in elaborating and expressing the ideas and in preparing the projects” - Mario Malagrino (Director of Florence Design Academy)
“Ami is a very confident and dedicated person when it comes to her work. Along with being punctual, her cheerful atitude made our group projects memorable. She is always keen to learn and adapt. Her ideas are very creative and unique. She will always be a great asset of any team.”
“During my study abroad at Florence Design Academy in Italy, I worked on a number of design projects with Ami. She is an idea generator, reliable, and creative in solving problems during the whole project. She is always full of energy and is able to bring the whole group together.
- Anayata Patel Student, India
- Allysa Olivia Sugito, Student, Jakarta Indonesia
- Farzad Shojaei Instructor at FDA
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Collage Art By Ayham Jabr
Techno Tea House G ROUP P ROJE C T
A modern tea house in an urban jungle, this temporary art installation serves up an ancient Japanese tradition with a modern flare. A simple yet impactful design, the small, temporary, art construction starts with the patron taking a small hallway surrounded by a dreamscape of LED’s screens before opening up to a private garden and small-private tea ritual cafe. Patrons can enjoy a traditional tea ceremony surrounded by a visual LED experience on all sides that guide guests on a modern dreamlike journey that is both meditative and relaxing. This modern take on an ancient tradition is easy to replicate and produce, providing local artisans the opportunity to work on a transformational experience for urban guests
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Enter a dream world where the old meets the new
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The modular design, created entirely with sustainable and local timber, and an acrylic encasement can be laser cut by local artisans and assembled with ease. The simple plan and pop-up style construction the tea house was created to be easily replicated on a city-by-city basis.
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Concept Sketch
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MAQUETTE
INSIDE THE TEAHOUSE
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Inspired by the Cypress tree with a nod to the Tuscan hillside.
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ZERO Impact Penthouse Design G ROUP P ROJE C T
Our design objective was to create a 100 sqm luxury apartment that is self-sustaining while combining solar, wind, water, and other greening techniques for a zero-waste apartment in a high-end environment. Our team designed this property in Bali, which is well served by ample sunshine and a long seasonof-rain to provide potable water annually. By incorporating solar panels, roof water catchment, passive solar, and green wall techniques --- the apartment generates more than enough electricity and water to sustain the needs of a luxury lifestyle. A custom fountain installation also recycles rainwater to promote a relaxing penthouse experience.
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An airy design created with the cross breeze in mind, the home can be opened and closed to take advantage of the sun for solar heating and can be cooled efficiently with windows on all sides of the apartment.
Addressing local blackout issues in Indonesia the luxury apartment provides modern luxury while reducing impact and local energy consumption, the property aims to reduce issues such as “urban heat�, kerosine consumption and provides severely needed energy-saving techniques as desperately required in Ubud. Building materials such as local wood shingles, concrete and local stone help transmit or absorb solar radiation.
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The installation of a green wall in the dining area, in the center of the apartment it will help provide insulation and noise protection between the living space and the bedroom. The outdoor green wall will provide privacy, shade, as well as a cooling element on the terrace while providing a beautiful visual treatment.
Using locally sourced materials such as teak, concrete and Bali’s prized Tulung Agung Marble for the flooring, the apartment is furnished entirely with materials that can be found no more than 50 km from the apartment.
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FLOE. Portable Zoom Studio
CHALLENGE: CREATE A PHONE CASE WITH CHARGER MADE FROM 100% RECYCLED PLASTICS
A portable zoom studio, the custom phone case includes charging capabilities, a charging port, telescoping light, and a savvy lockin-place holder that restrains the phone in various configurations for ease of use. A design challenge in green design, and created entirely with up-cycled PLASMIX plastic, this industrial phone case was inspired by a glacier -- a symbol recognizing the significant urgency to create sustainable solutions in today’s modern marketplace.
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UPCYCLED INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
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Concept Sketch
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Built to fit Phones as wide at 12cm & as tall as 18cm with the extending telescope. The generous 2.5cm wide charger rivet its comfortably in any position without taking off it’s case. The viewing and streaming experience is enhanced by allowing flexibility in the phone’s placement. You can tilt it, sit it up, sideways and even view it on an angle thanks to the telescoping topper that holds the phone in place.
A portable ZOOM system that takes care of all of your home studio needs.
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Smart Apartment Design G ROUP P ROJE C T
This group project’s objective was to create a convertible modern living space including a private bedroom, private space for an overnight guest, a hideaway kitchen, dining for four, and a large office for working at home -- all within 50 sqm. With a focus on warm wood, bright colors, and a natural design, the convertible apartment includes a custom hideaway bed hidden beneath the stairs of a large living area that can also serve as a private bedroom, complete with a custom modern tuck-away privacy shade.
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The Modular and Convertable Design allow for the small apartment to be used in many configurations including privacy for overnight guests.
All renders designed in 2020
OPEN CONFIGURATION
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CLOSED CONFIGURATION
MANY CONFIGURATIONS & MANY USES
Encased with bamboo floors and ceilings, the apartment features a modern hideaway kitchen, explandable office space and tuckaway guest bed built into the stairs of the livingroom/bedroom area.
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Ergonomic Exhibition Desk G ROUP P ROJE C T
Exhibitions create a large environmental footprint. In this group project, we developed a visually appealing design for high-end exhibition clientele, with environmental impact in mind. The modular design, created entirely with sustainable sea plastics, can be used as a singular unit or can be expanded to multiple units, each fitting together to create a perfect puzzle. Perfect for production purposes, this unique and artistic design can be created in mass with zero-waste.
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Created with sustainable sea plastics through a modern injection mold process.
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Ideal for corporate exhibitions the desk is lightweight and can be easily transported to any climate without concern of breakage, shrinking, or expansion over time.
A small 4 star Airbnb in a private residence in the The design and shape of the exhibition desk encourages movement while incorporating “active resting� areas and healthy ergonomics for busy sales executives who spend a lot of time on their feet.
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The desk can be illuminated for vistual impact.
This project was selected for the student exhibition.
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The ‘Rona Retreat
The Rona Retreat works in union with nature and ecosystem without the displacement of local flora and fauna.
This modern hideaway in the canopy of the trees is a 15-meter upscale treehouse. With a contemporary open-air and circular facade the ‘Rona Retreat immerses visitors into the heart of nature.
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Featuring a green roof, green building materials, and a unique sustainable design, the surrounding natural elements are not harmed or removed from the design - instead, perched on parametric stilts, the home sits in complete harmony with its surroundings. Flanked with natural wood beams, quartz and glass encircle the visitor allowing the space to be both secluded and open at the same time. The home features a spacious bedroom, and an outdoor shower and a freestanding porcelain bathtub nestled high into the treetops.
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Featuring a bright complementary design scheme the deep teal color creates a calming aesthetic while tones of coral and light pink bring an uplifting a cheery tone to the overall design.
The Rona Retreat was designed during the COVID Pandemic of 2019 following inspiration to create the ultimate getaway house that lives in equanimity with nature during a tumultuous time. The Rona Retreat provides a much-needed oasis and lavish sanctuary from the trappings and stress of city life and while providing a refuge during a pandemic.
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A bright and cheery getaway home designed for seclusion and openness all in one.
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The green roof and elevated structure protects the natural environment with a unique low impact design.
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Firenze Apartment
Furniture Plan
Isometric Kitchen
Interior Planning and Intervention project for a three-bedroom, single bath apartment located in central Florence, Italy.,. The client was seeking room for a home office, a comfortable space to raise a child, and plenty of room for storage and entertaining. Tile Elevation The project incorporated a moderate build including new a new floor plan with a brand new kitchen, as well as an additional bathroom, laundry area, walk-in-closet, and a safe space for a new child with a workspace just out the door of the nursery.
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The project included planning for the removal and replacement of walls, doors, plumbing, new lighting, storage solutions, and interior planning.
Furniture Plan
Isometric Kitchen
Room elevations, Isometric designs, and tile elevations were prepared to flow following the client criteria matrix and provided zoning solutions for the client throughout the entire planning process. A complete furnishing and finishing catalog was provided to round out the design process. Tile Elevation
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Fiore Canopy A modern design solution created to make a bold artistic impact in a tall room. The sleek modern lines serve for a visually appealing backdrop while providing a subtle sound barrier for privacy in a B&B located in centro Firenze, Italy. Inspired by the Cypress trees and strong lines of the Tuscan landscape the bed was designed in AutoCad and actualized in 3Ds Max.
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The Fiore Canopy Bed is tall and mighty. The design incorporates an inexpensive building technique including Dados, Mortise, and Tendons as well as a simple Dowel system in it’s build. Easily manufactured and assembled, the bed can be set up by a novice builder in a short time.
A super-sized canopy bed for tall ceilings, the Fiore Canopy bed is more than a place to relax, it is a dramatic focal piece that celebrates height and style. Created with materials local to Firenze, the bed incorporates birch and acacia for a whimsical pattern that is impressive and sturdy.
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THANK YOU FOR REVIEWING MY WORK
AMI HEINRICH Interior & Furniture Design 351-951-8790 Firenze, Italy ami.heinrich@gmail.com
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