katelyn courtney
katelyn courtney
resume E D U C AT I O N Bachelor of Science in Interior Design CIDA Accredited Minor: Architecture GPA: 3.9/4.0 Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS Graduation Date: August 2021
WORK EXPERIENCE Interior Design Intern, Intern (May 2021-current) WBA Architecture, Nashville, TN - Modeled existing conditions in Revit - Created space plans for feasibility study - Filled out purchase orders - Participated in project site visits Studio Assistant, (Jan. 2020-May 2021) Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi - ID Graphics, Hand Rendering, Studio I - Analyze space plans - Teach hand drafting/rendering techniques - Host weekly help sessions
CONTACT: (769) 257-3440 katelyn.courtney98@gmail.com 7113 Charlotte Pike, Apt. 104, Nashville, TN 37209
https://katelyncourtney98.wixsite.com/ katelyncourtney
Retail Specialist, Specialist (Oct. 2019-Mar. 2020) The Idea Shop, Starkville, Mississippi - Designed and built displays - Met with vendors - Hosted painting workshops Painting Instructor, Instructor (2018-2019) Mississippi State University Center for Cont. Education Starkville, Mississippi - Developed class content - Taught students painting techniques - Instructed students on color mixing
HONORS & AWARDS
R E L AT E D C O U R S E S
Interior Design
Technical Textiles for Interiors Hand Rendering Envir. for Special Needs Prof. Practice Principles of LEED
Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition Gold Award, Award, Portfolio (2021) Gold Award, Award, Hospitality (2020 & 2021) Gold Award, Award, Product Design (2020 & 2021) Gold Award, Hand Rendering (2020) 1st Place, Place, Curtis Stout Portable Lamp Competition (2019) Scholastic President’s List (2018 ,2019, 2020) Dean’s List (2016, 2017) Linda M Clark Memorial Endowed Scholarship (2019-2021) Mississippi Trucking Association Foundation Scholarship (2020-2021)
O R G A N I Z AT I O N S Collegiate Society of Interior Designers Member (2017-Present) - Freshman Representative (2017) - Fundraising Chair (2017-2019) ASID National Member (2017-Present) NEWH Member (2019-Present)
COMMUNIT Y SERVICE Volunteer | Studio monitoring (2020) Volunteer | Helped with Academic Insight Donatation | St. Jude’s Valentine Card (2019) Participated | Operation East Coast Donation (2018) Donation | Canned Food Drive Donation (2017) Donation | Animal Shelter Donations (2016)
katelyn courtney
Computer CAD for Interiors 3D CAD Modeling Digital Design Construction Details
T E C H N O L O GY BIM 360 Enscape Revit AutoCAD Illustrator Photoshop InDesign Sketchup Microsoft Office
Theatre Lighting Photography Construction Details Intro Historic Preservation Project Management Survey Minor Architecture Studio I & II Architecture History I & II
contents Institutional Design
02 03 Hospitality Design
Workplace Design
04 05 06
Healthcare Design
Product Design
Creative
Institutional Individual Project Design a live-in community center for Veterans 1 of 3 student projects selected for IDEC National Student Competition
Big idea Urban gardening fosters a sense of purpose through interaction and involvement. Outdoor vegetation and interactive spaces establish a sense of belonging.
Counseling sessions, group therapy, and community activities and workshops allow residents to be involved with the Denver community.
Intentional design and activities promote growth and development. Veterans require an environment that can encourage them to learn and get involved.
Social Corridor
Landscaping
Interaction
Multi-purpose Space
Who
Humans have an instinctual need to b and feel safe in their environment. returning home, deployed Veterans feel isolated and misunderstood whic lead to depression, anxiety, or other m health issues. issues
1 in 10 veterans had difficulties dealing w lack of structure in civilian life.
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Where Denver Colorado has a thriving cultural Denver, scene, diverse population, and is surrounded by natural landscape. Urban farming is a growing trend within the Denver community.
Why Grounded veteran living community is a safe haven for veterans to live in a community that will help them to grow and rise above the challenges they face.
Architecture is now supporting the social sustainability movement by incorporating community gardens, interactive designs, designs and eco-friendly materials.
Urban gardening fosters a sense of community and purpose through interaction and involvement. Organic shapes mimic the greenery found in gardens along with contrasting linear forms that represent the structures that hold vegetation.
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Community
Growth
Digital check-in to minimize touch points
ADA 5’ turn around
Wood and glass partitions provide privacy for the residents
Areas for interaction are dispersed througout the building
Multi-purpose classroom for training or counseling sessions
Rendered Floor Plan & Mezzanine
Reception & Story Wall Elevation
Story Wall tells veterans experiences at grounded
Social Corridor Elevation
Planters for residents to learn food cultivation
Wooden details contrast with textured concrete
Custom wood partitions provide privacy for residents
Coffered drop ceiling provides acoustical properties
Custom tile represents graphics found in Denver Murals
Hydroponic garden to grow fresh herbs
Open kitchen provides learning opportunity for residents through community-led activities that connect grounded residents to the Denver community.
Kitchen & Community Dining
Courtyard
Outdoor pavillion provides shade and seating. Shape is inspired by linear lines in garden design
Picnic tables for outdoor activities
Mural inspired by murals in downtown Denver
Curved drop ceiling
High-top meeting table
Library
Digital Access
Interactive zones cater to a variety of needs such as: reading, working, socializing, or relaxing. The curved floor and ceiling provide visual separation.
Work/Social Area
Work/Social Area
Computer Area
02 Hospitality
Group Project
Design boutique hotel and amenities. Create custom branding. Gold , Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition, 2021
Big idea Art of astrology reached new heights in the rebirth of classical culture in the European Renaissance Classical columns, detailed plaster work, inlaid woodwork, and Renaissance art provide an ambience of European Renaissance.
The XII hotel creates a unique experience through tailored amenities based on a guest’s astrological sign.
Where
Washington D.C. is a sustainable, livel and serves as the United States Capit
City plan was influenced by Paris’s city and uses the golden ratio. Radial elem have a hidden celestial meaning. The radiates from a central point.
Wall Paneling
capricorn
Custom Arch & Banquette Element: Earth
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likes
eat/drink
dislikes
explore
Family, tradition, music, quality craftsmanship
Waste, frivolous spending, and everything at some point
History
Oracle Restaurant for an earthy menu and dining experience go to Ivy neighborhood & book whiskey tastings at DC’s distilling hub
Why Stars and planets align as each new life is brought onto the earth. 12 seasons each represent a different celestial sign that determines your fate. Each zodiac sign carries different perspectives, personalities, and core values.
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XII hotel creates an experiential design with each space being inspired by earth, fire, water, or air signs.
Experience
Restaurant
Lobby
Spa
Bar
Level 1 Floor Plan
seat count
46 Restaurant 38 Bar 16 Lobby Elevator Elevation
Renaissance inspired art
Lobby and adjacent spaces: the cafe and lobby bar embody multiple and diverse elements of earth signs. signs The lobby is designed as a transitional space. Dark wood and earth toned upholstery is balanced with reflective metals and marbles.
Draped fabric introduces texture and movement
Renaissance inspired arches and columns
Columns, art, and wallcoverings provide layers and depth
Oracle restaurant + cafe displays practical and modest side of earth signs. Creating a more casual transition from the lobby, a selection of light and airy earth tones are incorporated with exposed white brick for a softer interior.
Oracle restaurant & cafe
Stone inlay adds texture
Custom logo panel upholstered in faux snake skin
Custom velvet banquette
Omen bar + lounge encapsulates the dark side of earth signs: money, greed, desires. Dark treatments and velvet upholstery give an upscale, luxurious feeling to the bar + lounge.
Omen bar + lounge
LED lights represent the nightime sky
Statue reminiscent of Renaissance era
Custom flooring provides wayfinding
Opalene spa represents the calm, whimsical sides of water signs. signs Fluted columns, statues, and light finishes encapsulate the romantic side of Renaissance architecture.
Opalene spa
4 4
room breakdown Queen Bed King Bed
3 Double Bed 2 2
Level 3 Floor Plan - Guest Level
Standard Suite Junior Suite
Custom Corridor Carpet
inspired by Washington D.C. city plan
Custom Wallcovering
Queen Room
Guest rooms bring out the mysterious side of earth signs. signs Rich, dark tones combined with warm wood finishes provide balance and a comforting yet luxurious interior.
3
apartment ratio Studio
2
1 Bed 1 Bath
2
Level 14 Floor Plan - Luxury Apartments
2 Bed 2 Bath
Madame Apartments embody intellectual and creative sides of air signs. signs Inspired by Renaissance architecture, the apartments have ornate recessed ceilings, crown molding, and faux mantels.
Luxurious marble flooring and ornate ceiling details add renaissance flair to the apartments. Dark jewel tones represent air sign’s birthstones. Marble inlay provides visual separation.
seat count
48 High-top 32 Low-top 31 Lounge 5 Private Lounge
Level 18 Floor Plan - Rooftop
Encapsulates high energy, confidence and freedom that Fire signs possess. Luxurious and neutral toned finishes provide a more traditional experience during the daytime while red ambient lighting transitions into the evening for a unique and vibrant experience.
Private lounges take advantage of the D.C. view with large framed windows and telescopes for night time. Renaissance inspired balustrades, columns, and trim detailing encase each private lounge.
Textured walls are flooded with red light
Glass dome inspired by renaissance architecture
Integrated lighting for wayfinding
Glass dome encloses the bar area with a center column for shelving and a fire accent. Wall washers and LED strip lighting casts a red hue onto the rooftop bar at night, creating an exciting atmosphere.
Aries rooftop bar + lounge
03 Corporate Individual Project Create a company brand and design their call center
Big idea To honor the culture of music history, album art and music quotes are implemented into the design.
Lounge areas and different postures allow employees to work in different ways. Workstations provide a collaborative work environment.
Passion drives the music industry. An exciting work environment sparks passion for the employees, which in turn increases productivity in the workplace.
Accent Wall
Culture
Private Enclave
Company profile
Studio Vinyl is dedicated to producing quality vinyl records and record player
Studio Vinyl combines past technology today’s music by turning popular music a custom vinyl record. The customer co center is there to support music l across the world.
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Mission Statement Music has a strong power to connect people. Studio Vinyl’s motivation is the passion for music. Reviving history and honoring music is the company mission. Studio Vinyl values customers’ opinions and wants to hear what the music community has to say.
Collaboration
Design Intent Studio Vinyl’s passion and love of music resonates throughout the interior of the building. To honor music history, Studio Vinyl’s design is inspired by music studios of the 1950s. The undulating rhythm of the grooves in vinyl records is evident in design details throughout the space.
Passion
Glass arches give a sense of separation and privacy
Dropped ceilings and carpet emphasize line and visually separate areas
Level 35 Floor Plan
Monumental Stair provides seating for employees or visitors
Workstations are along the exterior with access to natural lighting
Modular seating lines the windows
Different styles of coaching rooms provide flexibility
The work cafe combines multiple types of seating creating varying work enviornments
Level 35 RCP Ceiling & Lighting Legend Lighting concept LED bar lighting implemented to guide people through the space. Art deco style accent lighting enhances brand image. Neon lights accent the fun, energetic environment .
Different work postures provided
Private Enclaves are placed througout the building
Level 36 Floor Plan
Plant dividers separate open spaces
Training rooms have flexible seating that can be easily rearranged
Plant dividers visually separate different areas
Interview rooms are placed near the stair for workplace efficiency
Work group members are co-located for easy collaboration and an efficient work environment
Level 36 RCP Ceiling & Lighting Legend Lighting concept Level 36 mainly consists of enclosed offices. Acoustic ceiling tiles are used throughout the building for sound absorption. Dropped ceilings provide visual boundaries between the corridor and work areas.
Xorel baffles provide acoustical properties, diagonal interest, and color on ceiling
Neon arches & artwork enhance the work environment
Ergonomic seating
Key Plan
Agent Work Area
Seating cushions line the stair platform
Acoustic fabric wrapped columns
Custom fabric represents Studio Vinyl’s branding
Key Plan
Monumental Stair
04 D E R M A T O L O G Y & S PA
Healthcare Group Project Design a dermatology clinic and spa
Big idea Establishing a connection from caregiver to patient is essential. Exam and treatment rooms include technology and space to allow for maximum efficiency and care.
Dermatology and Spa are balanced and defined with curved shapes in the employee area. Two circular pavillions emulate each other creating symmetry.
The path patients and employees take is guided by lighted corridors that transiton them into private areas. The mineral pool has a winding corridor that prepares one to enter a dark space.
Floor Plan Idea
Door Signage
Connection
Reception Desk
Who
INNER X Dermatology and Spa cap the nature and spirit of Sedona, Ari while striving to improve the physical mental wellness of their clients thr general dermatology and spa ser offered to a varied demographic.
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Where Sedona, Arizona has long been known as a spiritual power center. This energy and strong spirituality is credited to the four energy vortexes present in Sedona. Sedona’s vortexes pull energy up from the earth, allowing humans to make a connection.
Balance
Why INNER X’s design uses the vortex to focus on the balance of the spiritual connection between humans and the earth. Smooth transitions from medical to spa are reminiscent of the spiritual transference from a vortex.
Transition
Upholstered ottomans offer seating options.
Mineral pool amenities provide alleviation of dry climate effects of Arizona.
Spa side includes massage rooms, treatment rooms, a mineral pool and locker areas.
Employee area in center for privacy.
Dermatology side includes a lab, treatment rooms, exam rooms, and nurses station.
Level 1 Floor Plan
Private changing rooms are located in each exam, massage, and treatment area.
Bariatric, arm and casual seating are offered in the waiting room for all demographics.
Custom reception desks show off the design intent while remaining private
Hallway Signage
Nurse’s station located for monitoring exam rooms while also being enclosed for privacy.
Key Plan Spa Services Dermatology Services Employee
Key Plan
Waiting/Reception
Floor to ceiling textured tile
Copper accent symbolizes a vortex
Shallow mineral pool
Mineral pool is provided for relief from the dry and arid climate of Sedona, Arizona. The custom lay beds are made out of local wood and upholstered in a water resistant fabric.
Mineral Pool
05 the
Eco-Bench Eco-Bench Product Design Individual Project
Design an innovative furniture piece featuring Formica laminates
Product Description Ecosystem: series of things that work together creating a functioning environment. Ecosystem: Humans interact with the ecosystem every day. The relationship is functional functional,, yet magical. The Eco-bench has multiple levels of design that create an experience for the user. The arch provides visual separation and privacy. The double-sided bench creates a community feeling such as a group of organisms in an ecosystem. A removable table provides an extra layer to the ecosystem and can be used as a worksurface or separation between two users.
Gold , Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition, 2021
R e nderings &
S hop dr a w i ng s
05 the sanctuary Lamp
Product Design Individual Project Design a working light fixture
Gold , Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition, 2020 1st Place , Curtis Stout Portable Lamp Competition, 2019
Product Description
R e nderings &
Natural landscape of rock formations is the inspiration for The Sanctuary. Sanctuary. Light is in its own sanctuary, safe and sound, surrounded by rustic wooden forms. Repetition in the repeating shapes is represented in wooden strips encasing the light. Wood is used to show texture reminiscent of rock formations. Stained wood becomes lighter as it gets to the center emulating varying shades that occur in natural landscapes. The inner ring rotates symbolizing the changes in landscape over a period of time.
SIDE VIEW
S hop dr a w i ng s Rotatable base
Gears
Motor
FRONT VIEW
TOP VIEW
06 Creative
Individual Projects Hand-rendering, photography, drawing,
Hand Rendering Gold , Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition, 2020, hand rendering
Hand Rendering, Hospitality Project Gold , Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition, 2020, Hospitality
Photography
Drawing
THANK YOU
katelyn courtney
Email: katelyn.courtney98@gmail.com
Cell: 769-257-3440
Website: https://katelyncourtney98. w ixsite. c om/katelyncourtney