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[ ] hannah khederian interior designer visionary artist
interior designer, coming this season
hannah khederian. taken 2014.
meet the My name is Hannah Khederian - I was born and raised in Rochester, NY. My favorite hobby is eating. I am a very level headed individual, as well as self-motivated, and have always been skilled at making others laugh. The first reaction many people have upon meeting me, generally deals with my height. And no, I do not play basketball or volleyball - I do not have the necessary hand-eye coordination. I decided to pursue a degree, and now career, in the interior design field when I was a junior in high school. I sought a path that would allow me to combine my aptitudes in math and science with my passion for art and socially conscious endeavors. I chose Miami University for several reasons, mainly: (1) The design program integrates architecture, interior design and graphic design at several points throughout the 4 years (2) I wanted to leave home and push myself outside my comfort zone (Rochester is a 9 hour drive from Oxford) (3) To experience a culture different from my own - there are some big differences between the East coast and Midwest!
hannah khederian, that’s me!
Upon graduation in May, I intend to be working at a firm where I can continue my education in a real scale context. I have always enjoyed traveling and learning about different cultures in the process. Even within the United States, I have been captivated by the subtleties of different areas. My hope is to be able to continue to see new areas of the country and world as I develop as a designer. I am particularly interested in beginning my career as a designer in the areas of healthcare/assisted living, multifamily, hospitality and/or retail design. I am also planning on moving to New Orleans following graduation. I worked an interior design internship last summer in the area, and thoroughly enjoyed my time there. I began to grasp and understand the complexities of the job that are not as apparent in school classes. A long-term goal of mine is to learn how to effectively design for individuals with developmental disabilities. Growing up with a brother who had both Down syndrome and autism, I can appreciate the special environmental needs of this population as clients. Additionally, given the growth of this specific population in recent years, I predict this type of design will become increasingly important within the next 10 years as children with developmental disabilities begin transitioning into adult life.
hannah khederian. taken 2014.
bonobos 1 office 5 metals 11 library 13 king cafe 19
bonobos fall 2012. the future of retail.
A pop-up shop that successfully communicates the Bonobos brand. Already a successful online presence, the pop-up becomes part of the initial development of a physical presence. Design a 1,250 sq.ft. pop-up environment. The space will be a street-level, raw, “gallery-like” environment 25ft wide x 50ft. deep, with a ceiling height of 14ft. The space will be located in the urban Meatpacking District of New York City. Channeling Bonobos’ goal to make pants designed specifically for a man’s body-type, I aim to create a retail environment that will cater specifically to a man’s shopping wants and needs. The 1960’s began the movement in men’s fashion towards more self-expressive and less necessity driven clothing choices - many men became more style conscious than ever before. I feel Bonobos could be considered a modern day revival of a 60’s attitude towards menswear they have been pushing the limits on what pants should be when it comes to fit, color and attention to detail.
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The front of the space is dedicated to a “false facade”. This is intended to allure customers with a contrasting simplicity and quirkiness from surrounding shops. The presumably random items found in this space all actually tell a story about the brand. An old sewing machine symbolizes the company’s humble beginning, as well as photographs from college days. A fabric swatch wall of all the brightly patterned pocket liners and beer bottles that are recycled to fabric and used in pants also adorn the space. Then the real entrance to the retail portion of the store is hidden behind van doors, mounted on the wall. This symbolizes the early start-up of the company, when they were selling perfectly tailored pants from the back of a van. Behind these doors, the store completely transforms before the customer’s eyes.
They enter a clean polished wooden closet that alludes back to the 1960’s. The lights are dimmed throughout, with spot lights leading the customer through the space - highlighted are various displays and Bonobos’ crowning glory, the pants. Each display has a purpose that caters to the male shopper. Find what you need, personalize, and try it on with speed, ease and confidence. Upon check-out, the convenience continues. Customers are prompted to establish an online account. This will track what you have bought that day, save personal information, and give suggestions for future purchases. Leaving this hidden treasure, the experience seems almost dream-like and detached from reality. Finally, a shopping experience that a man can appreciate.
bonobos promotional material.
satellite office fall 2013. corporate office studio.
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approach Utilize passive design ideas to incorporate sustainability. Create a new type of office space: get rid of the private corner offices, provide various working conditions, give space for the impromptu discussion that will foster creativity. Separate the client areas from the employee areas for gradation of privacy.
about the company: what do they need? Olson Kundig Architects is a mid-size firm originally established in Seattle, WA. The firm’s key principles are (1) buildings can serve as a bridge between nature, culture and people, and (2) that inspiring surroundings have a positive effect on people’s lives. In a satellite office located in Cincinnati, OH I have identified a few things that need to be addressed. The office must reflect their passion for sustainability in a simple form. Additionally, the environment of the office must be conducive to positive work ethic and attitude. Lastly, the office must aid in bringing employees of the office together, to bounce ideas off one another. In achieving these goals, I incorporated market research on various work environment concepts generation gaps, creativity, innovation, work-life balance, health, etc.
hannah khederian. sissy. taken 2010.
a sister
hannah khederian. the windows. taken 2011.
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alternative studio
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As a component of the interior design program at Miami University, one semester must be dedicated to an alternative studio, to expand learning in various arts applications. Throughout this experience, basic design principles were reinforced. Additionally, the ideas of strong aesthetic and concept were a focus. Learning the multitude of techniques in working and finishing metal, I was also forced to refine my craft and attention to details. Our first project was an exercise in layering and constructing utilizing riveting techniques. The top right photograph depicts the pendant I designed. Composed of two layers of copper - the upper with an applied patina, the lower unfinished and hammered for contrasting texture. The remaining components included a patterned card stock enclosed by two pieces of plexi-glass. The project featured at left was a hollow object project. I analyzed this assignment in terms of positive and negative space, and created an implied hollow object. I built the piece using soldering and riveting techniques, and applied an ammonia patina to brass. Completed with a pale blue ribbon, it functions as a bib necklace. An expandable band ring is featured in the bottom right photograph. Made from sterling silver, copper and a wooden bead (not shown in photo) the ring’s materiality and form symbolized the growth from a seed into a treasured, beautiful plant. The wooden bead represented the seed, and the copper keeping it in place the veins of a leaf. The silver wrapping around the finger and intertwining with the bead is representative of the stem. This hands-on studio re-acquainted me with the idea that a design continues to transform through its construction. The time frame of an interior design project and a jewelry project portray polar ends of a spectrum - seeing and experiencing a design come to fruition within several weeks allowed me to analyze how I approach projects, execute them and reflect back on them.
clifton library spring 2012. integrated studio. team project.
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2012. all visuals and designs of clifton library created by the combined talents of hannah khederian, dave hettler, ethan keller and paula restrepo.
1 View upon entering the first floor main entrance. Displays reception desk, magazine stacks, bridges connecting to community waiting area. Features high ceilings and openings in the floor to carry light throughout. 2 Second floor community engagement
area. Shows bridges connecting the library to the glass-enclosed community space. Quieter than first floor, organization moves from loudest at the first floor to silent at the fifth.
3 View from within the top floor book stack area, looking out onto the rooftop patio. Provides areas for people to read outside, and raised platform for poetry readings, lectures and simple reading.
4 Transition space on the top floor, from
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enclosed book stacks to rooftop patio. Semi-enclosed, protected from the elements, gives shaded area to read outdoors.
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Our library is a physical representation of stitching the diverse community that makes up Clifton together with the library itself - making it a part of the community fabric. The layering present in the building brings the “inside out� by incorporating green space and creating a specialized community space visible from the street. Utilizing transparency of community interaction at the library, residents of Clifton are drawn in. The bridges within the building that connect the more formal library spaces to the community space are symbolic of what is happening within the community - making the library an integral part of the culture.
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new library hopes to bring the inside out By locating the more communal activities associated with the library in hyper visible areas, people are drawn into the building and thus become involved as well. This is initially achieved by having the front faรงade setback from the sidewalk creating a gathering space just outside the library doors. This implied vestibule to the building creates a special entrance sequence. Upon entering the library, the first floor in its entirety is dedicated to public spaces, and not to focused and quiet activity - making it again more of a gathering space than a private study space. Continuing up the levels - each is split between traditional library spaces and a community engagement space. The community engagement space is located on the furthermost edge of the building, right at the intersection of the two streets - allowing the most visibility from the outside in.
designs by hannah khederian, promotional material of autism speaks u, miami university.
For Year of the Arts at Miami University, President Hodge wanted a temporary installation in the area outside King Cafe. Hi requests were that: (1)the design should engage Miami students, (2)the space should be more functional than it was, (3)the installation could not block/overlap the road, (4)the design should address wheelchair access, and (5)most importantly it should connect back to the rest of the Miami campus through a strong concept. The traditional image of Miami University involves consistently brick buildings with their grand entrances marked by white columns and a shallow portico. I believe what truly makes Miami University so beautiful is the balance of nature and the architectural language. My project is a statement installation - a commentary on the dominance of nature over the built environment. As we continue to build and design, we must consider longevity, because ultimately the weathering and erosion inflicted by nature, destroys. However, even in that destruction we may find beauty; the aging and patina of a material may bring to it a new degree of elegance.
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king cafe spring 2012. sprint.
overgrowth + recreation I was most inspired by the weaving of the landscape, paths, and buildings of Miami University; the dynamic of how the three work together to create order, but in a more organic and flowing way. The key to this aesthetic is the trees - they permeate every level of the human experience while on campus. Walking around, their roots extend out and often intermingle with one another. Even within buildings, the light filters through leaves giving shelter from harsh sunlight.
Taking this idea, I focused on the roots. On a day-to-day basis people of Miami University have interaction with roots, though generally it is the destructive nature of them. Cracks in sidewalks, mainly. But, I wanted to redirect this destructive view - forcing people to see the functionality and beauty in them. My design of the space outside King Cafe on campus is essentially a sculpture garden forms of knotted, unruly roots. These sculptures double as shelter, however. This project, while a hail to Year of the Arts, was also intended to get students and faculty to think about sustainability another pressing issue on campus. While the concept was the power of nature over the built environment - being able to corrode manufactured materials - it should bring thought to how we can preserve nature, and thus its beauty.
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design process I started my design process with small vignettes of the area we were working with. This allowed me to hash out any ideas that came to mind, in a quick yet readable fashion. The largest challenge I ran into was creating accessible access to the area from the sidewalk above and the road below. The slope of the hill required a long ramp that needed to be reconciled with the design. Additionally, keeping the foot traffic and road traffic from disturbing gathering areas and individual seating was important. At specific times during the day, King Cafe receives a lot of traffic - so finding a solution for keeping the installation a peaceful area proved difficult.
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animal sanctuary + integrated disability work program