DESIGN PORTFOLI O
Hello,I’m Geannie Huynh, a junior interior designer and a honour graduate from Humber College’s Bachelor of Interior Design Program. The following pages include projects from my four years of interior design studies at the school. These works relate to my passion for understanding the user’s experience and the integration of spatial design. I hope you enjoy looking through my work!
PROJECT 01: TIP-TOP
LOCATION: Toronto, ON
TOTAL SIZE: 1,504 ft²
TAILOR LOFT
LEVEL(S): Main Level and Mezzanine
The Tip-Top Tailor condo is located in downtown Toronto and it was once a textile factory for Tip-Top Tailor. This adaptive reuse project allows the homeowner to convert these lofts into their sanctuary.
CONCEPT
This unit is designed for a musician and an art curator couple. Based on the client's artistic lifestyle, the inspiration for the loft is derived from the simplicity of art galleries and Scandinavian interior. The repetition of raw material such as wood and concrete reflects Scandinavian culture and forms of nature. Also, within the unit, the simple spatial arrangement emulates the circulation of an art gallery.
PROJECT 02: MAZAGAN RESTAURANT
LOCATION: Marrakech, Morocco
TOTAL SIZE: 5,171 ft²
LEVEL(S): Main Level and Mezzanine
BRANDING: The restaurant material selection and branding.
The brand new location of Mazagan restaurant and bar will be situated in the city of Marrakech, where people can enjoy a casual dining experience of modern Moroccan cuisine.
CONCEPT
At the restaurant, Mazagan takes traditional Moroccan dishes and combine them with modern flavours. The goal of the restaurant design is to reflect the restaurant's menu contemporary twist on food. Elements from Morocco's architecture such as arches and patterns will be incorporated into the design. However, these elements will be simplified into modern forms to represent the restaurant’s modern influences. Within the concept, principles of continuity such as repetition and reflection are used in the design of the restaurant to create a continuous rhythmic progression within the space.
REVIT RENDERING: The restaurant bar and main dining area.
PROJECT 03: COMMUNITECH
LOCATION: Etobicoke, ON
TOTAL SIZE: 10,000 ft² Forth floor of Gulph-Humber Building
The design draws inspiration from Communitech original headquarter architecture and the process of working with others. The idea of progression comes from Communitech ability to provide service so that an entrepreneur is able to emerge in their industry. The design illustrates the development of linear forms and layers within the space. Elements such as the mullion and raw materials that are found within the new space mimic Communitech’s original industrial office. This represents an essence of growth by combining the old and new within the Communitech new office.
REVIT RENDERING: Communitech reception and waiting area.
REVIT RENDERING: Rentable office area and workstation.
REVIT RENDERING: Main staff workstation and rentable workstation.
COMMUNITECH COMMUNAL SPACE
REVIT RENDERING: Communitech drop-in work area.
REVIT RENDERING: Shared lounge area for Communitech’s clients.
ELEVATION
PROJECT 04: BANK OF AMERICA
TEAM: ALYSSA BALINGOAY
LOCATION: Any School Campus
TOTAL SIZE: 960 ft²
LEVEL(S): 1 Storey
The pop-up shop is located on any campus courtyard where students can access Bank of America’s various services. The modular structure is made from shipping containers that can be moved across the campus.
CONCEPT
Every interaction at the Bank of America pop-up shop is meant to form a stronger bond with their clients. The relationships that are made between advisor and students gives them the power to grow. The Lab, the Café, and the Living Room are areas within the pop-up shop which will create moments of connection with Bank of America clients. The one-stop shop lets students experience a fun, comfortable and social environment while getting informed about the newest services that the bank has to offer.
BANK OF AMERICA POP-UP
ZONES:
The different areas within the space based on the concept diagram.
CONCEPT DIAGRAM:
The connection formed within Bank of America based on the area within the pop-up shop.
POP-UP FLOOR PLAN
REVIT RENDERING: Lounge area can be used for events and seminar.
REVIT RENDERING: Bank of America ‘Hotspot’ lounge area.
BANK OF AMERICA FOCAL AREA
REVIT RENDERING:
‘The Lab’ is where customers can connect with technology through different Bank of America channels.
REVIT RENDERING:
‘The Cafe’ is a place for Bank of America to connect with the school and community.
THE LIVING ROOM
REVIT RENDERING:
‘The Living Room’ allow Bank of America to connect with students one –on-one.
PROJECT 05: CHILDREN STEM EDUCATION
CENTRE
LOCATION: Toronto, ON
TOTAL SIZE: 20,000 ft²
LEVEL(S): Main Level and Second Level
In response to the rise of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs in children’s education, the design of the project is to reimagine educational centres that enriched student's creative process through innovative space, flexible classrooms, and collaborative work areas. This centre is where students learn new skills, share ideas and experiment with different projects.
CONCEPT
The concept of the space is inspired by the STEM process also known as the ‘Design Thinking Cycle’ where creation is central in the process and also at the centre. The idea of creation is an important aspect of the learning process because creativity brings student’s imagination into reality. In the project, the design centralizes around the Prototype Studio a space of creation where students are able to shape their ideas and collaborate on projects together.
The prototyping studio is where students can experiment with concepts they learn at the centre.
STEM EDUCATION CENTRE MAIN LEVEL
REVIT RENDERING: The open area provide a space for the centre to hold events to showcase the students work.
MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
KEY STEM ACTIVITIES
REVIT RENDERING: The café provide a place for parents to lounge and grab a snack after class.
STEM EDUCATION CENTRE SECOND LEVEL
REVIT RENDERING: The classroom provides flexible tables and chairs for different types of layout.
MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
KEY LEARNING STRATEGIES
innovation and creativity
collaboration flexibility and adaptability
REVIT RENDERING: The breakout space provide student with a different learning environment to spark creativity.
Thank you!
