FLORENCE MIYABI WARNER
PORTFOLIO
EDUCATION
University of Michigan
Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning
Master of Architecture, Ann Arbor, MI
The Ohio State University, Knowlton School of Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Columbus, OH
University of Rome La Sapienza
Rome, Italy
7 weeks study abroad program through Knolwton School of Architecture with a group project with the students of La Sapienza
WORK EXPERIENCE
Koko Architecture + Design
Project Architect, New York, NY
2020 - Present
My work at Koko Architecture + Design encompasses a wide spectrum of projects, ranging from the prestigious MET 81st Street Studio to a sheep farm, along with diverse residential renovations throughout New York City, and an educational museum space. Within these roles, my focus on color and material selection, a unique aspect for architects, has been integral. I actively engage in design development, schematic design, and construction documentation, ensuring meticulous attention to detail at every stage. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, I endeavor to create inclusive environments, conducting comprehensive design and color studies using both digital and physical models. Additionally, I excel in producing professional renderings and devising interior design schemes to enhance
project visualization. While I have a keen interest in interactive design, I remain adaptable and open to diverse project opportunities, leveraging my strengths as a dedicated team player and an avid learner.
Rogoba
Assistant Store Manager/Textile Desinger, Tokyo
2020
In charge of store’s daily flow. Middleman between the furniture maker and buyer. Checking emails and answering phone calls, planning events, designing Turkish rugs called kilim.
emmanuelle moureaux architecture + design Design Assistant, Tokyo, Japan 2019
Conducted project research and study models. Figured out what is the best project for the client’s space. Project Managed CALPIS installation. Managed international interns.
T+E+A+M
Production team, Ann Arbor, MI
2017
Researched model material and built model for the “Ghostbox” display at the Chicago Architecture Biennial
Taubman College of Architecture, Sean Ahlquist
Graduate Research Assistant, Ann Arbor, MI 2016-2018
Drew plans and elevations, 3D modeling, physical modeling
J.L. Bender Inc. Architect, Jim Bender
Junior Architect, Upper Arlington, OH 2014-2016
Drew plans and elevations, produced 3D models, site measurements, contacted clients, renderings
INTERNSHIPS
KOMPAS
Architectural Intern, Hong Kong 2018
Drew plans and sections, built physical models, prepared presentation to clients
Miyamoto Architects, Katsuhiro Miyamoto
Architectural Intern, Kobe, Japan
SUMMER 2013
Produced 3D models, drew plans and sections, site visits
Hirata Architects & Engineers, Hiroshi Hirata
Architectural Intern, Kobe, Japan
SUMMER 2013
Translated documents from Japanese to English, produced 3D models, renderings
SOFTWARE/SKILLS
ARCHICAD (intermediate), Auto CAD (expert), Blender (beginner), Final Cut Pro (intermediate), GIS (intermediate), Grasshopper (intermediate), Illustrator (expert), InDesign (expert), KUKA robotics (beginner), Photoshop (expert), Processing(beginner), Python for Rhino (beginner), Revit (intermediate), Rhino (expert), SketchUp (expert), Shade (intermediate), laser cutting (expert), ZBrush (beginner), Zünd (expert)
LANGUAGE
English (native), Japanese (native), Turkish (basic), Spanish (basic), German (B1 exam passed)
81st STREET STUDIO
professional work
KOKO ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
DESIGN ARCHITECT
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
COMPLETED
“The 81st Street Studio is an interdisciplinary, multisensory drop-in discovery and play space that supports science learning in everyday life through art and materiality.”
+Conducted multiple design and color studies through digital and physical models
+In charge of FF&E, and material research
+Collaborated with the education department to create an all-inclusive children’s space
+Collaborated with Yamaha to create specialized insturments only found at the 81st Street Studio
+Selected final materials and furniture for the space
CD SET: PLAN AND ELEVATIONS
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM in NYC professional work
KOKO ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
DESIGN ARCHITECT
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
WIP
20’x14’ archiological dig space for children
+ Collaborated with key stakeholders, including educators, to conceptualize and execute design solutions that effectively met their requirements while maintaining a high level of aesthetic elegance +Building the 3D model +Material and color studies
1. ARCHAEOLOGY SAND PIT
2.FLEXIBLE SAND PIT
3.ENGAGEMENT STATION
4. DISPLAY WALL
KOKO ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN DESIGN ARCHITECT
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
COMPLETED
ice cream store
+ Developed the schematic design (SK) drawings with client
+Prepared drawing set
+Collaborated with the millworker to finalize millwork drawings
+Selected materials and determined the color palette for the store
CD SET: ELEVATIONS
CD SET: COUNTER AND STORAGE DETAIL MOCHI DOKI professional work
CD SET: PLAN AND SCHEDULE
CD SET: SIGNAGE DETAIL
KOKO ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
DESIGN ARCHITECT
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
COMPLETED
1 bedroom apartment for a jazz singer in the city.
+ Assisted the client in conceptualizing their apartment’s interior design, curating selections for furniture, lighting, rugs, and other elements tailored to their aesthetic preferences
+Designed the furniture layout of the apartment
+Coordinated the color scheme for the Fish Rug
+Managed the order and delivery of furniture
+Coordinated and communicated between the building management and GC for the scope of work and schedule
EMMANUELLE ARCHITECTURE
professional work
TOKYO, JAPAN , PROJECT MANAGER
PROJECTS WORKED ON:
CALPICO 100TH ANNIVERSARY
“UNIVERSE OF WORDS”
KUMAMOTO-JO HALL
ESLITE BOOK STORE
PATEK PHILLIPE SINGAPORE MIRAI
+Conducted 3D spatial studies to determine the installation volume and Placement
+Managed an international team for the technical assembly and Logistics of art installations
+Managed the production of the installation
+Translated and interpreted for Emmanuelle’s work from Japanese to English for the local team in Taiwan
+Lead in the developed of the engineering of the installation flower pieces
+Translated and interpreted for Emmanuelle’s work from Japanese to English
CALPICO 100TH ANNIVERSARY
KUMAMOTO-JO HALL
MIRAI
SENSORY ARCHITECTURE: SXSW
research assistant
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN- PROFESSOR SEAN AHLQUIST
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN
COMPLETED
“Social Sensory Architectures is an on-going research project led by Sean Ahlquist at the University of Michigan to design technology-embedded multi-sensory environments for children with autism spectrum disorder. The research involves the development of therapies which utilize the reinforcing capabilities of a multi-sensory experience for skill-building tasks related to fine/gross motor control and social interaction.”
+Conducted structural studies through building scaled models and 3D scanning
+Collaborated with the engineering department to conduct further indepth structural studies of the project
ISETAN POP UP
professional work
ROGOBA
KILIM WORLD + HARP CHAIR by Jørgen Høvelskov
PROJECT MANAGER
TOKYO, JAPAN
COMPLETED
For this Isetan pop up, we wanted to display both the simple yet rich expressiveness design of the kilim with the very unique and beautiful chair designed by Jørgen Høvelskov, The Viking Chair. We noticed the abarash (the wave pattern) resembles the ocean waves of the sea.
+Desiged the layout of the Isetan Shinjyuku pop up including the design of the book mark giveaways
+Collaborated to create the concept of the pop up
+Helped clients select thier fabric/materials/colors for their furniture and kilim
+Translated from Japanese to English
+ Managed and created social media/blog content
