Interior Design Portfolio by Britnie Cowling

BRITNIE COWLING DESIGN PORTFOLIO

HELLO

My name is Britnie Cowling. I was born and raised in San Diego by a menagerie of lumberman, contractors, and entrepreneurs. I have always been artistic, interested in everything from Broadway to clay. For me, Interior Design is where my upbringing and artistic needs meet. Design gives me an outlet to create, to help people, to learn and compete. When I'm not designing, you'll find me reading a cheesy romance novel or picking up a game of beach volleyball.

TABLE OF CONTENTS hospitality Chick-fil-A

residential

Sinclaire Residence

institutional

Kodama Healing Spa

institutional

Harbor Tech Retreat

mixed-use

Amytis Garden Society

HOSPITA

ALITY

CHICK-FIL-A OVERVIEW AND CLIENT PROFILE: This was an international competition put on by PAVE Global Initiative and sponsored by Chick-fil-A. The objective of this project was to create a brand new Chick-fil-A geared towards college-age students. They wanted special attention paid to the history, technology and community. Altering the existing color palette was not allowed.

PROJECT STATS SOFTWARE USED: RECOGNITIONS: Second Place 2018 ASID Design Excellence Award - Commercial Published in: Modern Luxury Magazine, ASID website, Design Institute of San Diego website

DESIGN CONCEPT MODERN PIONEERS: Chick-fil-A has been pioneering the fast and casual dining experience since 1947. Like America's most popular fast food chain, college students are trailblazers as well. The concept "Modern Pioneers" focuses on that common connection between host and guest. It incorporates fresh ideas while still keeping an eye on Chick-fil-A's proud history, creating an experience that is both familiar and new.

Diners at Chick-fil-A have the option of communal dining, traditional cafe tables or seating at the bar, where DuPont Corian countertops allow them to charge their devices.

SEEING IS BELIEVING

Freshness and quality are Chick-fil-A's driving principles. Today's college students are children of the information age. They grew up having unfettered access to all of the world's restaurant horror stories. They are a tad skittish when it comes to fast food restaurants. They always want to know "what's going on back there". A show kitchen takes all of the mystery and conjecture out of the dining experience and lets customers focus on freshness and quality. It doubles as an amazing marketing tool that Chick-fil-A is currently not taking advantage of. Letting customers see employees squeezing lemons, pulling fresh baked cookies out of the oven, even preparing real chicken breasts, creates unparalleled customer loyalty.

Walk -in fr. Men

Women

Storage Communal sinks Walk in Ref.

Seating

Show kitchen

Seating

P.O.S

floor plan NTS

sustainable materials Reclaimed wood communal tables

DuPont Corian countertops

Luum Fabrics Fundamentals. 100% recycled material

Anzea Textiles Mammoth Deceptionâ&#x20AC;? faux leather

PROUD HISTORY

From the invention of the Chicken Sandwich in 1964, to the Peach Bowl in 1996 and on, the Chick-fil-A brand has a proud past. This history is important because it allows customers to connect to Chick-fil-A on a personal level. Seeing Truett Cathy's legacy and his accomplishing the "American Dream" is an inspiring story to share with guests. The History Path pictured is Chick-filA's new way of showcasing its history. The hand drawn aesthetic hints at the humble beginnings and the playful culture of the Chick-fil-A brand. With the logo glowing neon in the center of the path, it creates a cohesive image that describes the Chick-fil-A journey.

Iconic red leads guests into the space with red hexagonal tiles, and asks them to take a seat with red upholstered chairs.

FOOD MAP

Fresh Lemonade

Food Map

RN IFO CAL

The "Food Map" is a new addition to the Chick-fil-A mobile app. Like the show kitchen, this caters to the idea that college diners want more facts about their food. In this app addition, customers will be able to "map" certain items on the menu. This is meant to be a playful, interactive tool that creates conversation and ties into the idea of "freshness and quality".

Beverages

SMALL $1.89 130 cal

MEDIUM $2.15 220 cal

LARGE

$2.55 300 cal

KIDS

$1.05 130 cal

CLICK MARKER TO LEARN MORE! FOOD MAP

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Lemon Drop Farms temecula, California

RESIDENT

TIAL

SINCLAIRE RESIDENCE OVERVIEW AND CLIENT PROFILE: Heath Sinclaire is an astrologer from Boston. Lucca Sinclaire is a costume designer from San Gimignano, Italy. Fully ensconced as one of Hollywood's top designers, she designed many costumes for the 2018 Met gala. Growing up surrounded by Catholic churches and the art of the Renaissance, Lucca wants her home and studio to reflect that familiar childhood imagery. Heath is less concerned with how things look and is willing to give his wife full reign. However, he is particular about comfort, utility and sustainability. Lucca will be using the first floor work space as her atelier for appointment-only clients.

PROJECT STATS SOFTWARE USED:

DESIGN CONCEPT THE ARCANE: Arcane means secret, cryptic, or understood only by few. This is true of outer space, God, and even art. In this live-work space, ethereal modernity and hues derived from the cosmos are compared to the historic glamour of the Italian Renaissance. The juxtaposition of antiques and modern forms signify the meeting of old world wisdom and new world knowledge. Through the use of lush materials and strong forms, the interiors embody the mysterious divinity found in both the stars and the high art of ancient Italy.

PROCESS WORK

CONCEPT IMAGERY

03 08

04 05

06 07

RESIDENCE FLOOR PLAN 01 Entry/ Living 02 Dining 03 Kitchen 04 Laundry

05 Master Bedroom 06 Master Bath 07 Office/ Guest Room

08 Powder Room 09 Parent Room 10 ADA Parent Bath

NTS

PROCESS WORK

MASTER SUITE

KITCHEN AND DINING

The kitchen and dining open up to an outdoor patio for easy entertaining. An antique dining table, china cabinet and existing stone wall bring an old world twist to an otherwise modern space.

INSTITUT

TIONAL

KODAMA OVERVIEW AND CLIENT PROFILE: The holistic day spa for multiple sclerosis patients is placed at the base of a mountain with abundant wildlife, water features and parklike settings. The spa is owned and managed by the doctor and physical therapist who also reside on the property. They are passionate about reducing stress and outside pressures and providing a tranquil environment. The design of the day spa and the residence must incorporate the importance of nature and its healing qualities as well as environmentally friendly FF&E. Designing a name and logo for the spa is also required. This was a national competition created by ASID and sponsored by the Bernice Bienenstock Furniture Library.

PROJECT STATS SOFTWARE USED: RECOGNITIONS: First place in the 2019 Bienenstock National Design Competition Published in: Furniture Today, Design Institute of San Diego Student Spotlight, Furniture World, Bienenstock Furniture Library Website, Home Accents Today

DESIGN CONCEPT SHINRIN YOKU Shinrin Yoku was first coined as a healing regimen in the 1980's and has continued to be a practice widely used in holistic medicine today. The instructions are simple: go to a forested area and wander. It has been proven that even fifteen minutes in nature leads to a decrease in blood pressure and stress, and improvement in concentration and mental clarity. The modern simplicity of Kodama is derived from traditional Japanese architecture and design. Figures such as George Nakashima inspired a space that acknowledged the parallels between the great journey humans, flora and fauna all embark on. The materials and finishes in the spa celebrate raw beauty, imperfections included.

Guests relax and reflect after their treatments

BRANDING

kodama

healing retreat

The name “kodama” is derived from Japanese forest spirits. in traditional folklore these small pebble-like creatures look after the trees and have been known to heal weary travelers. They are seen as a symbol of good luck and longevity. The logo picturing an old and gnarled tree represents an unhurried journey to healthfulness.

PROCESS WORK

TYPE FONTS:

ALIENS AND COWS Saliopot

BEBAS NEUE

FLOOR PLAN

08 05

KODAMA FLOOR PLAN SPA 01 Reception 02 Bookkeeper 03 Therapy 04 Yoga

NTS

residence 05 06 07 08

Pool Reflection Massage Restroom

09 Living/Dining 10 Kitchen 11 Powder 12 Master 13 Office

RECEPTION

have a seat All of the furniture in Kodama is fluid in form. Every seat is comfortable, but also has solid construction and a firm cushion so that clients with sore joints or back pain will not have any difficulty getting in and out of the seat.

NO TREES WERE HARMED IN THE MAKING OF THIS DESK: This log came from a proud 112-year-old oak that had been struck by lightning. It has now been re-purposed into a noble gatekeeper for Kodama .

10" TYP

Shelves are additional storage, not part of requirements

11' 0"

2 Touch latch lateral files and merchandise storage drawers

2 3

30" TYP 3' 0" WALL RECEPTION STORAGE 11' 5"

12â&#x20AC;? TYP

15" TYP

61"

3 15 lineal feet of wood paneled lateral files 4 Space for 20 coats hidden behind touch latch door

Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"

YOGA STUDIO YOGA CANOPY The ceiling design in the yoga studio was derived from a phenomenon called "crown shyness" that happens when the canopies of trees avoid touching each other. This creates river-like spaces where the sky peaks through the forest canopy. In Kodama, glowing orbs take the place of the sky.

Each cavity holds ten 2' x 6' mats. The bottom 2' of the cavity continues behind the wall.

2 Resistance bands

YOGA STUDIO STORAGE WALL Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"

3 Anti-slip sweat towels for yoga mats.

REFLECTION AREA GREEN WALL FACTS Improves emotional & physical wellness

Dallas Fern

White Butterfly Nephthytis

Cretan Brake Fern

Spregeri Fern

Saves energy by offering insulation Increases air quality by taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen Hospitals with green walls saw a decrease in patients asking for pain medication and an increase in recuperation speed

Decreases noise pollution by as much as 8 to 15 decibels

OWNER RESIDENCE

HARBOR TECH RETREAT OVERVIEW AND CLIENT PROFILE: The 8000-sq.-ft. North Park facility was previously a senior center. To the south of the site is a playground and school. To the north is a soccer club that often uses the adjacent open grass area for exercise and play. To take the place of the existing senior center, a new facility will accompany the existing presence of youth-centered activity. The Harbor Tech Retreat is a center based on aiding the cognitive development in children who are harmed by screen overuse. At the Harbor, children who are suffering from technology addiction will undergo therapy centered on play and learning that treats the symptoms of technology overuse. In addition, this non-profit facility will serve as an educational hub for parents in the community wanting to learn about the effects of technology use.

PROJECT STATS SOFTWARE USED:

DESIGN CONCEPT THE HARBOR: The juxtaposition of the refuge of the built environment and the prospect of the open sea inspired the design of the retreat. The stark contrast of a dwelling on the shore and the freedom of the ocean is a metaphor for the modern day struggle between technology and nature. Motifs derived from the adventure of the ocean and the warmth of a seaside shelter will dominate the space. The aesthetic will be comprised of materials that emulate the well-worn patina of seaside fishing communities accompanied by spaces that capitalize on nature and natural sunlight.

LOGO

DIGITAL CONCEPT DRAWING

PLAY AREA Children who suffer from technology are often reluctant to go outside. The indoor play area gently invites children outside, where they engage in physical and social play. Another issue with technology addiction is that it causes a lack creativity. The play structures themselves have ambiguous affordance in order to encourage imaginary play.

process work site analysis

massing diagram

RESEARCH

Children were given a survey in order to study spatial preferences for play and learning. Below are a few examples of their answers. Please see the following infographic for results.

FAVORITE PLACE: # WHY DO YOU LIKE IT?

1 FAVORITE PLACE: # WHY DO YOU LIKE IT?

child develop 37 CHILDREN WERE surveyed ON THEIR SPAtIAL PREFERENCES FOR PLAY AND LEARNING.

8% 5% 6%

TOTAL BOYS AND GIRLS

54%

30%

AGE RANGE 3-4 7-8 5-6 10-11

16%

81%

survey 1

children tended to choose the classrooms they perceived as having the most sunlight. the children preferred a large open space that had small chambers within. 8%

SEATING THE CHILDREN WERE ASKED TO CHOOSE BETWEEn images THAT SHOWED sociofugal & sociopetal SEATING.

16% GROUP

54% INFORMAL/mixed

16%

30% FORMAL

75%

invest in chairs that absorb movement rather than restrict it. fidgeting is part of brain development.

pment survey survey results 76% 62%

18% 19% 1

survey 2

16% 1

8% 2

survey 3

many children expressed fondness for structures that resembled biophilic elements such as beehives and grassy hills.

color 54% pop

THE CHILDREN CHOSE BETWEEN SPACes WITH DOMINANt COLOR, 16% Neutral POP COLOR, OR 30% dominant NEUTRAL WOOD TONES.

“PLAYGROUNDS HAVE GOTTEN SMALLER & LOWER. Now, children only use the playground equipment for 13% of the time that they are outside.”

16 out of 37 children mentioned climbing and running as the reason for their choice of outdoor space. the point? CHILDREN LOOK FOR PHYSICAL CHALLENGE WHILE PLAYING.

08 05

01 07 02 04

FIRST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN 01 Entry 02 Office 03 Break Room

04 Therapy Room 05 Lockers 06 Restrooms

NTS 07 Play Space 08 Smoothie Kitchen 09 Green House

PERSPECTIVE SECTION VIEW

10 16

SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN NTS 10 Art Room 11 Art Gallery 12 Percussion Room

13 Strings Room 14 Piano Room 15 Storage

16 Library 17 Homework Help 18 Restrooms

SMOOTHIE KITCHEN (bottom left) A touch screen eases children into exploring cooking and food preparation. Smoothies offer a simple opportunity to learn about nutrition and vitamins.

ART ROOM (bottom right) Painting and drawing can foster self-awareness and selfesteem, reduce anxiety, and help a person develop and maintain social skills.

GROW HOUSE (top right) Tablets and smart phones are designed for instant gratification. Caring for another living thing helps combat the loss of concentration and patience caused by technology addiction. The micro greens sprout every four days, giving them a chance to bring them home and contribute to a meal.

GROW HOUSE VENTILATION STRATEGY

pet or plant responsibility

Converted assembly space

In the library, custom seating of various shapes and sizes can be arranged in any way the children please, giving them ownership of the space. When not in use, it tucks neatly into the reading nooks. Assembly chairs are rolled in to convert the library into a seminar space for adult education on childhood technology addiction. Having a place where children feel safe and welcome offers the chance to nurture relationships with their peers.

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amytis garden society OVERVIEW: Due to the 2008 recession and the emergence of internet powerhouses like Amazon, malls all over the country are closing their doors. These vast, abandoned sites often become centers of crime, bringing down entire communities with them. Many builders are repurposing ghost malls into mixed-use centers, or "21st century neighborhoods".These projects combine retail, housing, office space, and "neighborhood" facilities like grocery stores and pharmacies. Amytis Garden Society is based in Fashion Valley Mall. The project will aim to alleviate San Diego's affordable housing dilemma by building dwellings geared towards moderate incomes.

PROJECT STATS SOFTWARE USED:

DESIGN CONCEPT BABYLON:

A community based off of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. King Nebuchadnezzar's wife missed the rolling green hills and forests of her homeland, Media, so he built a center of terraced gardens for her. The name of that queen was Amytis.

HOUSING PRODUCTION compared to RHNA Regional Housing Needs Assessment

Very

Low

9% 14% ow

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0.2%

Above Moderate

85%

MODERATE INCOME 20's living with roomates

New families

Couples over 65

GARDEN TOWERS

The area is in dire need of usable green space. The tops of each parking garage surrounding the site become rooftop parks. Each park will have a different utility, such as an exercise park, a leisure park and a dog park. All of the landscaping will be watered with grey water via solar distillation units.

SITE PLAN

SOLAR DISTILLATION PROCESS SKETCH

Grey water collection

Course filter

Fine filter/ Constructed wetland

Solar distillation unit

LOCATION INFORMATION site:

Fashion Valley Mall 80% of affordable housing is downtown. So Horton Plaza was not a good site for this project.

Three of Fashion Valley's anchors have filed for bankruptcy.

The surrounding area is in need of things like grocery stores, pharmacies and public parks.

ROOMMATE HOUSING BUILDING SECTION:

NTS

DAYLIGHTING SKETCH

CASE STUDY: 5025 STUDENT HOUSING San Diego, California

Key Plan

Emphasis on social spaces.

Offer furniture packages so roomates don't argue.

Option to share room or rent entire apartment by yourself.

CENTRAL COURTYARD

ROOMMATE HOUSING Plumbing is stacked to reduce building costs.

THIRD FLOOR:NTS

Bedroom Bath

Patio

W/D. Bedroom

Lau.

SECOND FLOOR:NTS

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Bedroom Patio Bath PU

Bedroom

FIRST FLOOR: NTS Pantry under stairs

Dining Kitchen

Patio

Living

UNIT SECTION: NTS: 1397 SQ FT.

The kitchen and living room open up onto an outdoor patio.

ADA HOUSING 4

Key Plan

CASE STUDY: GREENWHICH HOUSING

Level 2 10' - 0"

London, England

Focused on making them cool rather than quaint.

39"

Must be single story, must have ample lighting.

10"

0' - 5"

Plumbing is stacked to reduce building costs.

18"

0' - 10 1/8"

ADA BATHROOM ELEVATION:

Kitchen Dining

Living

Bath

Patio

Bedroom

Lau. D

Mstr. Bedroom

FLOOR PLAN: NTS : 1303 SQ. FT.

3' - 0"

of community for the elderly, are prone to and loneliness.

48"

A sense is crucial as they depression

18"

43"

Bath

NTS

Level 1 0' - 0"

ADA KITCHEN DETAILS

Touch latch cabinets

Leg room underneath cooktop

Shelves in the cabinets pull down for easy reaching

Enlarged toe-kicks

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