E. PACE
INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO
“If your knowledge is restricted and influenced by others, you’ll never achieve a breakthrough” ZHANG ZHOUJIE
TABLE OF CONTENTS Strava Books Bookstore + cafe
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Bradly Kuttner Performing Arts Center
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Boutique Hotel Hotel Libok
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Furniture Design Tessex Chair
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sträva böcker
GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN -Second largest city in Sweden -Population: 491,630 -Median age: 30-40 -Political structure: social democracy
CLIENT: BRYNN ARNETT
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
- former marketing specialist for PR firm
- deviation from typical bookstore models/structures
- relocating to Sweden to be near family - combining her business experience with her love of books to start anew
-Known for having a “we, not me” attitude; concerned how everyone will benefit
- provide a non-hierarchal atmosphere for the community to connect - maintain desired acoustics through shared space
-Egalitarian nation; very equal between genders and through general laws -Not showy or flashy, very laid back; “not too little and not too much” -Warm and temperate climate; plentiful rain and minimal sunlight
CONCEPT STATEMENT Strava Books is named such because it strives to create a fantastical experience for all who enter, creating an environment specifically designed to reignite the magic and wonder of reading and exchanging ideas in a modern, geometric space. Unlike the average bookstore, shelving is placed to purposefully guide people’s literal viewpoints, making finding the information they seek an adventure in itself.
THIRD PLACE THEORY
TYPICAL ACTIVITIES PERFORMED IN THE SPACE
First place is the home, second place is work, and third place is any place separate from home and work where a lot of time is spent.
- Reading and/or working quietly - Having conversation with friends - Meeting for coffee and snacks; fika - Poetry slams - Author readings - Sharing of ideas - Exploration through the space - Simple retreat from daily life; third place theory
CHARACTERISTICS: - lack of hierarchy - everyone is welcome - place for relaxation and conversation - often a place of escape - less formal; not corporate - community hangout spot
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INSPIRATION FIKA DEFINED - noun; adjective; cultural concept - to get together for coffee or tea - usually accompanied by pastries or sandwiches; typically 9am + 3pm
MENU ITEMS - lingonberries - green pea soup + pancakes - open faced sandwiches - pickled herring + crisp bread - coffee + espresso drinks; assorted beverages - princess cake - pastries
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FLOOR PLAN
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KEY A. FRONT ENTRANCE B. CAFE SEATING C. KITCHEN D. HELP DESK + POS E. MAIN AREA F. WOMEN’S RESTROOM G. MEN’S RESTROOM H. STORAGE I. EMPLOYEE BREAKROOM J. OWNER OFFICE K. MODULAR SEATING L. ACCESS TO RESIDENTIAL STAIRWAY M. EXTERIOR ACCESS TO RESIDENTIAL STAIRWAY AND ELEVATOR
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ENTRYWAY; HELP DESK
IDEATION
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LOUNGE SEATING
CAFE
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UPHOLSTERY AND WALLCOVERING
SHELVING AND LOUNGE SEATING
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BRADLY KUTTNER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
INSPIRATION
DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE
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CONCEPT STATEMENT The Bradly Kuttner Performing Arts Center is all about the development of the artist and their creative process. It focuses on experimentation and exploration of conceptual work, pushing boundaries and new artistic endeavors in the voids of black box theaters.
FLOOR PLAN
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ENTRYWAY; BOX OFFICE
“IF YOUR KNOWLEDGE IS RESTRICTED AND INFLUENCED BY OTHERS, YOU’LL NEVER ACHIEVE A BREAKTHROUGH”
ZHANG ZHOUJIE
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FRONT LOUNGE
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CONCESSION COUNTER; LOUNGE
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ADJACENT LOUNGE
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IDEATION
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THEATER 4
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concept statement
HOTEL LIBOK
Bold and elegant, sharp and sophisticated, Hotel Libok will be the hot destination spot for travelers from all over the world coming to visit the lively city of Minneapolis. With its small town heart and big city attitude, Minneapolis will be the ideal home for this classically refined boutique hotel, providing a unique experience that trailblazers will be sure to remember. Loosely based on NeoPalladian design, the hotel will feature a mixture of abstracted modern and classical elements, creating a rich, dramatic and boldly sophisticated environment conducive to a thoroughly pleasurable stay for those seeking something particularly grand and exclusive.
LOBBY FLOOR PLAN
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INSPIRATION
GUEST ROOM FLOOR PLAN
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IDEATION
FRONT LOBBY
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FRONT LOBBY SEATING
LOBBY SEATING
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LOBBY SEATING
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GUEST ROOM SEATING
GUEST ROOM
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TESSEX CONCEPT STATEMENT INSPIRED BY INDUSTRIAL DESIGN, THE TESSEX LOUNGE CHAIR IS A MARRIAGE OF COLD STEEL AND WARM WOOD THAT LENDS ITSELF TO TESSELLATED GEOMETRIC DESIGN. MADE FROM DURABLE AND LIGHT-WEIGHT MATERIALS, THE LOW-SEATED CHAIR IS EASY TO CARRY AND WILL PROVIDE GREAT COMFORT AND STYLE TO ANY ROOM.
INSPIRATION
IDEATION
REVIT MODEL
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PROCESS
FINAL PRODUCT
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