“We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” - Walt Disney
Kelsey Liesz graduate from The Illinois Institute of Art Schaumburg in June of 2013 with a Bachelors degree of Fine Arts in Interior Design.
Adams Kitchen & Bath
Kitchen and Bath
This course challenges students to use planning requirements to create universal and accessible designs. Construction, electrical and basic plumbing are taught with emphasis on these applications within residential kitchens and baths. Industry relevant nomenclature and product information are used to create technical documents and custom aesthetic solutions.
Harper Residence
Advanced Residential
This senior elective studio covers the total process of residential design from concept development through two and three dimensional presentations. Building codes, covenants, and restrictions create the guidelines for solutions; while knowledge of sustainable practices, residential business practice, construction methods, materials and customs interior architectural details are applied.
Drafting & Rendering In this studio course, students examine the language, tools, and techniques of manual drafting and subsequently learn to communicate relevant information through architectural drawings. Students are introduced to the interior designer’s role in producing construction documents. Rendering expands on methods of graphically communicating interior space and design solutions. Advanced applications of various rendering techniques using mixed media are explored.
Jacqueline Zinn Design
Internship
Internship is a monitored program for senior level students to work part - time within the interior design industry. Field experience is an opportunity for students to apply and advance their knowledge, skills, and professionalism under the supervision of a qualified mentor.
Produced in Google Sketch Up Enhanced in Adobe Photoshop
Door/Entry: A doorway should be at least 32 inches wide. Distance Between Work Centers: In a kitchen the sum of the distances between them should total no more than 26 feet. No leg of the work triangle should measure less than 4 feet nor more than 9 feet. Work Triangle Traffic: No major traffic patterns should cross through the work triangle. Work Aisle: The width of a work aisle should be at least 42 inches for one cook and at least 48 inches for multiple cooks. Preparation/Work Area: Include a section of continuous countertop at least 36 inches wide and 24 inches deep immediately next to a sink. Electrical Receptacles: GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protection is required on all receptacles servicing countertop surfaces.
Adam’s Kitchen
Recommended National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) guidelines:
CLIENT PROFILE
The client of this kitchen had a very outdated space and had high hopes for a new updated and classy kitchen. More space for friends and family and an easy traffic flow from the living room to the kitchen were the clients biggest wishes. A wall was taken down and stone columns were added to open up the space so natural light could flow in from the living room windows. The NKBA guidelines were kept in mind when designing this kitchen. The refrigerator, cook top, and sink were all adjusted to keep the work triangle up to standards.
Produced in Google Sketch Up Enhanced in Adobe Photoshop
In this two week group charette, a high end luxurious bathroom was designed. An ADA shower was constructed for the client’s needs, as well as a large private toilet area with privacy from the rest of the space. The luxury continues with a built in fireplace, spacious sitting area, and a beverage center for an early morning coffee.
Original Scale: 1/2” = 1’0”
Adams Bath
Produced in Revit
Harper Residence
Produced in Revit
CLIENT PROFILE
Professional Chef Professional Dancer Dance studio in house Likes to entertain & cook for friends Large wine collection Wants an open and spacious apartment Use of natural light The Harper’s loft apartment was a single floor, outdated space. By keeping their wishes in mind, natural light was incorporated into the space as well as open large spaces. A mezzanine level was added for more space and to utilize the large ceiling heights. A separate entrance for Mrs. Harper’s dance studio was created so that the living and working space is not combined, giving everyone a sense of privacy.
Produced in Revit
Harper Floor Plans
CLIENT PROFILE Pre-drafting schematic sketches
Keeping the clients needs and wants in mind, a fresh new bedroom was designed. A new entertainment center and new headboard shelf, was what really freshened up this room, as well as the olive - toned colors that really pop against the dark wood. These schematic drawings and sketches really helped the client visualize the new space.
One - point perspective pen drawing,. Rendered with marker and color pencil.
Drafting & Rendering
Furniture Selections
During first time consultations with clients, I would take notes on everything from design dislikes to favorite colors. Once Jacqueline Zinn Design confirmed the project, I would begin looking on budget friendly store’s websites. I would pick out furniture that met the clients needs and would then make a corresponding floor plan to show where to place the furniture.
Advertising
In order to grow the business, Jacqueline Zinn Design turned to the Internet for some advertising. I made posts on different web and social media sites. Many people contacted JZD with their design dilemmas.
Consultations I traveled all over Chicagoland with Jacqueline Zinn to perspective clients homes and businesses. The few different consultations that I went on were; follow ups, first time consultations, paint color consultations, and staging consultations.
Field Measures
During all types of consultations, Jacqueline and I would measure out rooms and walls to get a better understanding of the space and make it easier for furniture and artwork selections. I would then write everything down and make a simple floor plan sketch.
I worked on the above model in Google SketchUp. An outdated Chicago condo was recently purchased by a new client and they began many renovations. The second photo is the proposed living room with a new built in entertainment center and fireplace.
Jacqueline Zinn Design
3D models
Produced in Google Sketch Up Enhanced in Adobe Photoshop
The Quarter Note
Thesis
In this senior level course, students use critical thinking skills through research, writing, discussion, and problem solving. Emphasis is on the identification of a design problem that could be better met through more responsible design. Students choose a research topic with instructor approval. Students then develop a viable and visual solution for the topic researched. Solutions incorporate environmentally sound, cost effective, and responsible design methods to influence an audience using creative delivery methods.
Kids Kare Pediatrics
Sustainable Design
This studio course focuses on environmental issues concerning interior designers and the construction industry. Students participate in discussions on green design topics and learn about resources for improving indoor air quality and more responsible design choices. Following LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) analysis, a final project implements sustainable design methods technically and creatively.
Eastwood Medical Center - desk
Interior Detailing + Systems
This senior level studio is a study of the materials and fabrication techniques used in the design and construction of interiors and how these details are communicated three - dimensionally and in construction documents. Content includes interior construction detailing of ceilings, walls, flooring, and millwork. Project solutions will consider the integration of building technology such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other relevant systems.
Lunar Lounge
Specialty
This senior level studio course covers the physical and psychological factors that impact hospitality environments. Students are expected to graphically demonstrate original and viable solutions. Research on human factors, codes, and lighting are combined with product mix and multisensory aspects of design and influence perceived value to the customer.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1. Daylight will be incorporated into each lesson studio to help students learn and focus 2. Wayfinding techniques will be used by using different colors to make it easy to understand spaces. 3. A large cafe and lounge area will be incorporated into the space with a positive distraction for families and young children. 4. A wide variety of sustainable elements with be in the space, as well as a solar panel roof. 5. Millennium Goal #2, Achieve Universal Primary Education, will be reached by supplying high end musical education.
The Quarter Note
Retail & Education Center
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The course competency of this class is to understand the importance of indivdual action in creating healthy life enhancing environments by implementing a project using green design products and concepts, while remodeling a space for the pediatrics office, Kids Kare Pediatrics. This healthcare office will be a working model for doctors as well as to educate kids on healthy and sustainable living and green design.
The Nurture by Steelcase lounge seating is awarded LEED credits for low - emitting materials, as well as the GreenGuard/BIFMA standard.
This Steelcase stool is Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) Indoor Advantage certified and has LEED credits for low - emitting materials.
Kids Kare Pediatrics
Made with 32% recycled content, this task light contributes to LEED by optimizing energy performance.
Original scales for all elevations: 1/2” = 1’0” Produced in AutoCad
In this detailing team project, a custom made object from an existing interior space was selected. It was then deconstructed in order to discover the construction and the materiality. Team members researched the feature and described different ways to materialize the object using alternative materials and methods. The project was broken down using 2D and 3D modeling techniques to fully understand the parts and the whole.
Produced in AutoCad
Eastwood Desk Detail
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Produced in Google Sketch Up Enhanced in Adobe Photoshop
Restaurant with main entry from the Living Room of the hotel. The facility may have an outdoor space; however, there must be a separate entrance, people may not enter the restaurant through seated space outside. Dining room and hostess/ service stations as needed Back of house should be 1/3 of restaurant Office & employee storage should be located in the space Must incorporate local and cultural customs and inspiration in the design.
Lunar Lounge
The interior design firm has been contracted under a separate contract from the architect to design a restaurant located in the lobby of a boutique hotel, located in Singapore.
Produced in AutoCad Original Scale: 1/8” = 1’0”
Guidelines for the restaurant: - A minimum of two exits is required - 15-18 square foot per patron for a full service restauarant - Variety of seating arrangements - For wheelchair access, allow 36�-44� in aisles - Allow circulation space adjacent to doors and food service areas