[ GEORGIA F. WHITLEY ] The University of Texas at Austin Interior Design Portfolio
EVENT SHADOW THEATRE
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PK REOL STORAGE TECHNIQUE TONE DRAWING WOOD JOINT PUBLIC BLANTON MUSEUM ATRIUM STATESMAN BAT PLATFORM CASTIGLION FIORENTINO CULTURE CENTER PRODUCT THREEASFOUR TILE ILLUMINATE RETAIL THREEASFOUR POP-UP THREEASFOUR FLAGSHIP
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Propel Austin Co-working Design VI | Tamie Glass | 2016 Design Excellence Recipient
Propel Austin is a co-working tool for communication and collaboration. It is a fluid and vibrant environment that facilitates a broad range of work and the opportunity for unplanned collisions. The goal is to fulfill the City of Austin Resolution to ‘propel’ its creative industry to the next level by giving creatives a place to work, additional resources and greater connectedness with each other and the public. In order to maximize collisions and minimize barriers, work-stations are heavily group oriented and facilities are centrally accessible. The main hall serves as a place to work, eat, and socialize creating ample possibilities for community members to draw on new ideas from one another. It has a vibrant atmosphere intended for meaningful interactions with flexible work environments and opportunities for personalization. Inspiration is drawn from the concert hall aesthetic and then tailored to create an elevated laid-back Austin style with rich materials and bright colors.
Shelters provide intimate gathering space
Felt panels extend to create a separate cove
Main Entrance Building Lobby
Lounge
Concierge
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Kitchen
Main Hall
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Storage + Lockers
Shelter
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Meet
Lounge Think Tank
2 Nooks
Break Out
Studio
Restrooms Meet
Wall of Creatives
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Felt Panels
Warm Red Powder Coat, Dark Wood
Recycled Performance Upholstery
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Think Tank
Lounge
Nooks
Shelter
Studio
Shadow Theatre kimono exhibit Design V | Nerea Feliz | 2015
This design was intended to be a temporary exhibition for kimono at the Visual Arts Center on the UT campus. The aim of this project is to create an immersive, participatory, and performative exhibition that, like kimono, delicately conceals and reveals areas of seduction in order to bring about a heightened sense of emotion. In the preliminary design process I took into consideration universal accessibility so that as many people as possible could experience the exhibit in the same way. The final product is a series of switchback ramps enclosed in varied densities of wooden slats to create shadowy hallways that evoke the sense of traditional Japanese architecture. Each enclosed ramp acts as an extruded frame for the kimono. The kimono sit directly in between two ramps so as viewers approach more of the display is revealed. Shadow Theatre has two performances; the changing shadows below and the vibrant Kabuki performance above. The goal is to create a completely immersive experience using light and shadow to generate dramatic instances of inhabitation while also allowing for moments of interlude for visitors and students alike.
PK Reol storage iteration Design V | Nerea Feliz | 2015
Inspiration for these iteration models came from Poul Kjærholm’s PK Reol bookcase. In these models I developed upon the rhythm and shadows present in the original. By manipulating the y and z axes I created two modules that were then aggregated to create three different iterations.
Flat Stagger
‘Z’ Intersect
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42 cm
42 cm
‘Z’ Stack
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Stretch Profile in X Axis
Stretch Profile in X + Y Axis
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Original Storage Unit
Flat Module
‘Z’ Module
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Traditional Kabuki Performance
Kabuki Theatre is sometimes referred to as “the art of singing and dancing” and originated in 17th century Japan. It is well known for its stylization of drama and elaborate makeup and costumes. Traditionally the theatre itself was a place to see and be seen and often included a nearby teahouse and gift shop for refreshments. Kabuki performances initiated pop culture in Japan and are still very popular today. Westerners have adapted the theatre even putting on a Kabuki style performance of Shakespeare.
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The Collection
Kimono Victoria & Albert The kimono originated in Japan and became popular among all classes during the 16th century and remains an iconic symbol of Japan today. Kimono are culturally significant artifacts from the past, and priceless pieces of art. This combination of beauty, history, and culture make kimono an intriguing and attractive object to display. Viewers can both learn from and appreciate the beauty and craft of these garments. 62
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The system of ramps went through many evolutions from straight to curved and then finally a combination. A goal was to be able to create interest and mystery within each of the ramps by partially concealing the kimono on display until the viewer reached the end.
Straight Ramp
Tilted Enclosure (exposed landings)
Tilted Enclosure
Flat Enclosure (tilted bottom)
Curved Ramp
“Such is our way of thinking - we find beauty not in the thing itself but in the patterns of shadows, the light the darkness, that one thing against another creates.” - Jun’ ichiro Tanizaki
Tilted Enclosure (exposed landings)
Final Ramp Condition
Final Enclosure Condition
Louisiana tone drawing
Hand wood joint
The original photo was taken crossing an old iron bridge in Louisiana on a road trip to New Orleans.
This wood joint mimics two hands interlocking to create a bird like form. Before completely locked into place the joint appears to be two birds embracing.
Visual Communications | 2013
Visual Communications | 2013
BLANTON museum atrium Design III | Tamie Glass | 2014
This project specifically addressed the redesign of the Blanton Museum’s current atrium in order to bring life back into the dull and under utilized space as well as draw attention to the museum’s permanent collection on the second level. The insertion of an undulating membrane fills the atrium drawing attention upwards, highlighting both the existing skylights and the upper level galleries. The open space on the ground floor fosters interactive and public programs for the many events the museum holds and also includes a small cafÊ corner. A mezzanine level promenade is accessed by stairs on the outside of the wavelike structure and connects two existing vestibules. The location of the stairs provides a unique experience of being both inside and outside of the massive inserted surface. The lattice structure of the membrane wraps around the promenade and creates a cove like refuge that is both inviting and stimulating. This middle level serves as a space for more private activities like studying, reading, and people watching below.
BLANTON MUSEUM OF ART
The skin like surface is represented in study models as a series of ribs, but would be realized with a metal structure and glass panels. A unique material ‘architect vision’ manufactured by Sefar includes metallic coated fibers within glass lamination.
Georgia Whitley
TRANSPARENT FLUID DYNAMIC INTERACTIVE BOLD
Concept Boards
MATERIALS & COLOR
Bold
A striking amorphous structure bends around the atrium and draws you in. The undulating form is both elegant and strong with a bright, smooth finish. The surface is highly polished and reflects sunlight back into the open space.
Transparent
Light streams through the skylights above and filters heavily through the semi transparent structure below. A sense of transparency carries through the whole form producing an almost ethereal quality.
Refreshing
A space that both invigorates and calms the mind and body combines interactive, public areas, and more private refuges. The open space on the ground floor fosters interactive and public programs, but also includes a small café corner that accommodates both private and public functions. The upper walkway includes alcoves for more private uses like studying, reading or people watching below. These alcoves include more textured, natural elements to promote relaxation and comfort.
Fluid
The form flows seamlessly from the entry point into the atrium and drifts its way into both of the anterooms above. The lightness of the material gives the space a very free-flowing, effortless feel that adapts well to the multi-use atrium.
Dynamic
The Blanton atrium space is, in itself a dynamic space that accommodates many different activities from music performances to weddings. The architecture within will also exude the same liveliness through a sense of continuous motion and power. An elevated promenade connecting both upper anterooms will strike diagonally through the room with force creating a playful tension between the straight lines of the walkway and the curves of the wave-like structure. Bright accent colors of yellow/ orange will heighten the energetic qualities of the space.
Statesman bat platform Design II | Charles Di Piazza | 2014
Austin’s Mexican free tailed bat population is the largest urban bat colony in North America, and very beloved to the city and those who visit. An already popular bat watching spot near the Austin AmericanStatesman is enhanced with the insertion of an educational viewing platform. This platform allows for bat viewers to weave through the trees, experiencing the lake-line ecosystem as they enjoy the nightly flights. The form stems from abstracted bat anatomy and serves as an extension of the existing terrain. Stepping the platforms creates different zones of occupation as well as mimics the surrounding landscape. While Congress bridge is the iconic backdrop for the bats, it is important for viewers to understand the importance of the lake-line ecosystem to Austin’s famed colony .
Form generation came from studying and abstracting both the surrounding landscape and Mexican Free Tailed bats in flight. The pavilion shade stems from the combination of a bat wing in motion and layers of tree branches.
Study Models
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iLluminate iPhone speaker +luminaire
Georgia Whitley | Kat Middlebrook | Haylee Lovelady
Environmental Controls I | 2015
In designing the iLluminate we stuck to the belief that a lighting device should be absolutely simple, beautiful, and magical to use. iLluminate is a multi-functional table top light and speaker powered by your iPhone. It transforms your phone’s flashlight into a soft, ambient glow and enhances the built in speaker performance.
Speaker Channel
threeASFOUR handmade tile Construction II | Tamie Glass | 2015
Each 4x4” ceramic tile is hand-pressed using a plaster mold based upon the designs of fashion collective threeASFOUR. The soft curved lines mimic threeASFOUR’s rounded hem and the black on black draws from their monochrome palette. Their Spring 2014 line is the main inspiration for the bold forms and is only enriched by the subtle imperfections of each hand-pressed tile.
threeASFOUR pop-up showcase Design IV | Clay Odom | 2015 Inspiration for this small pop-up display space came from threeASFOUR’s fashion designs. The combination of pattern and layers used in the collective’s laser cut dress culminated in this streamlined pavilion located in one of Melbourne’s unique lane ways. The shape acts as a funnel to direct traffic with coves for inhabitation. The pattern is derived from the geometry of the pavilion and aids in developing a sense of movement.
Circulation Display views Display Seating
Circulation and Views
Inspiration - Spring/Summer ‘14 ThreeASFOUR’s spring/summer ‘14 laser cut dress was the inspiration for this pop-up display. I drew from the layered fabrics that start to form ‘in between’ space and the integration of pattern and form .The pronounced seams were the catalyst for the faceted form and the pattern gave way to a series of parametric fins.
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drop ceiling condition curve height obscures view
open entry space
overhead condition opening upwards
clear view to exterior
floor and ceiling space seperating to form large opening
exterior layers shrink back
hard division of interior condition floor condition sloping downward
Concealed interior
height is amplified
overhead condition extends past floor
Visiblity of layers
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form opens to exterior
Double curve creates base
Visible interior space
Layering for depth and shadow
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soft division of interior
Clear division of space C
Early geometry is taken directly from the garment and translated into a faceted surface that responds to inhabitation and display. A thread in both is the idea of three distinct layers that begin to peel apart as a body moves through the space just as the inspiration dress does.
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threeASFOUR luxury flagship Design IV | Clay Odom | 2015 Design Excellence Recipient
Avant-garde design collective threeASFOUR is exploring pattern and space as it relates to the human body and the world around it. The goal for their flagship store in Melbourne is to create a protective yet delicate space that echoes their design principles of simple tailoring and intricate detail. This is accomplished by layering elements to create depth within a streamlined and simple form. The facets are produced out of the inspiration from threeASFOUR’s style of compartmentalizing garments and combining them back together with an overall pattern application or with a single color. The continuous shelves serve as this combining mechanism; taking something that has been assembled of different pieces and making it whole again while still celebrating the separateness of each piece.
lounge + fitting Fitting/Tailoring
accesible garment display
Dressing Lounge
Concierge
Degraves Street
event + fabrication
Accesible Garments
marketing office
Marketing Office
Couture Dresses
Degraves Place
couture display
Production + Event Space
Function + Form The faceted roof surface becomes autonomous and serves as a focal point, media screen, and backdrop for the otherwise open event and fabrication space. During events mobile work stations can be stored behind the form and obscured by partitions.
Dramatic reflective fins project from surfaces exaggerating the geometry and informing circulation. They serve as a dynamic backdrop for the garments, reflecting colors into the space. The surface ornamentation is then created by the designer’s work and the people that pass through the space; always changing with the fashion season. Shown is an early sketch exploring form as it relates to display. The geometric form highlights the much softer curves of the garments on display by such a stark juxtaposition. A final ‘moment’ model shows the end result located in the first floor entry with the addition of reflective fins.
stereotomic geometric form
Castiglion Fiorentino Culture Center Design VII | Smilja Milovanovic | 2016 Study in Italy
Bringing People Together During our time in Italy it became clear that the need for people to gather in public places is an important part of the small town Italian lifestyle. We sought to create a place where all the different factions in Castiglion Fiortentino could come together and enjoy the arts and culture of their town. Cultural Heritage For this we decided to design a dance and culture center where the nearby elementary school students could take dance classes, tourists could learn about and taste the agricultural productions of the area, and where locals can gather for indoor and outdoor performances. To Tell a Story In addition the center is cited so that everyone arriving from the train station can traverse the intervention and learn about the towns vibrant history and traditions as the ascend to the historic part of town. The goal for this project was to bring people together as well as tell the story of Castiglion Fiorentino in a way that incorporated agriculture, cooking, art, and dance.
site studies
In partnership with Kat Hallisey
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