lexis ruroden
lexis ruroden My name is Lexis Ruroden and I am a junior in Iowa State’s Interior Design program. I am interested in pursuing commercial or higher education interior design because of my passion for discovering and enhancing a connection between people. I seek to understand more about the relationship between people and space; how one affects the other.
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retail+restaurant
residential
gallery
PHOTOSHOP RENDERING
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RETAIL + RESTAURANT ECO & BEE CO.
FALL 2019 REVIT - PHOTOSHOP- SKETCHUP partner: lilah mares
eco & Bee co. Eco and Bee Co., a company that promotes a sustainable lifestyle through eco-friendly products, uses a combination of geometric and natural forms to parallel nature. The contrast between the geometric honeycomb pattern and the fluidity of honey will emphasize the symmetry of the spatial organization in the building. This will bring harmony to the restaurant and retail space. While implementing colors such as: slate blue, maroon, and deep oranges along with the symmetry of the space, these rich colors will create a sophisticated atmosphere.
Eco
Bee Co.
Eco & Bee Co. strives to be a sophisticated and casual establishment. Offering a variety of coffee and tea beverages, sourcing local honey, and providing small grab and go style snacks, Eco & Bee Co. shows how to implement sustainable practices through materials, products, and dining.
BRANDING
schematic design
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Floorplan rendered by partner, Lilah Mares
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exterior storefront elevation
interior storefront elevation
retail wall elevation
retail area rendering
point of sale rendering
cafe lounge rendering
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residential
castle hills, texas spring 2019 REVIT - enscape - photoshop
unify Using smooth, yet defined transitions will create an open and inviting home for the growing family. Through unifying both the spaces and the members of the family, Mexican values are embraced. Both charming and welcoming, connections of color, space, and line will create an inviting atmosphere. flowing inviting open charming join connect movement balance unity space line color
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first floor
floorplans
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second floor
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laser cut 3d model
FIRST floor
second floor
fRONT
BACK
final laser cut 3d model
kitchen elevation
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master one point perspective
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family room
lounge into kitchen
kitchen + dining room
two-story fireplace
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gallery
charles and ray eames gallery fall 2018 modeling - hand drafting
charles+ ray eames The intent of this gallery space is to display the works of Charles and Ray Eames in a satisfactory and relaxed environment. Through the use of organic curves and tall glass walls, the airy space establishes a flow, accented by smooth surfaces with clean edges. the two seemingly floating planes of the second floor create a sense of weightlessness, aided by the negative space around them. flow simple smooth curve organic surface light edges float
GALLERY FILM VIEWING
DISPLAY
SCULPTURE
DISPLAY FILM VIEWING
GALLERY DISPLAY
FIRST FLOOR
HAND-DRAWN FLOORPLANS
SECOND FLOOR
GALLERY MODEL
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RESIDENTIAL
PHOTOSHOP RENDERING PRACTICE fall 2018 PHOTOSHOP
FREEDOM TO EXPLORE Though the floorplan was predetermined, the space felt empty without a mixture of textures and finishes. In order to encompass the coziness of such an open space, various textures, colors, and patterns are used to embrace one’s natural exploration. Without a fear of color, the space feels inviting due to the warm textures contrasting against the cool, crisp colors. free form textured explore rhythm join unity contrast
rendered floorplan
KITCHEN ELEVATION
KITCHEN ELEVATION
I O W A S TAT E D E PA R T M E N T O F R E S I D E N C E
Community Advisor, August 2019 - Present - Oversee and advise 45+ residents - Trained extensively on diversity, inclusion, and personal safety - Plan and execute events that foster inclusivity, academic success, and community
COLLEGE OF DESIGN MENTOR PROGRAM
Peer Mentor, January 2019 - May 2019 - Lead core design program students in abstract design thinking - Help prepare students for the application process for design programs at Iowa State
I O W A S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y F O U N DAT I O N
Fundraiser, January 2018 - May 2019 - Identify and build relationships with potential donors - Create and update donor databases - Oversee other callers and evaluate caller performance
LEADERSHIP+ACHIEVEMENTS G E O R G E WA S H I N GTO N CA RV E R S C H O L A R
Scholarship Program
D E S T I N AT I O N I O W A S TAT E T E A M L E A D E R
New Student Programs, Fall 2018, Fall 2019 - Guide a group of new students in orientation activities for three consecutive days - Initiate discussions focused on new student success
LEXIS RURODEN
WORK EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION I O W A S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y
Interior Design (CIDA Accredited) Expected graduation May 2021 Cumulative GPA 3.94
REFERENCES MICHAEL FORD
Interior Design Lecturer, Iowa State University msford@iastate.edu A LY C I A S M I T H
Department of Residence Iowa State University alycia@iastate.edu
SKILLS Photoshop Bluebeam AutoCAD SketchUp Illustrator InDesign Revit
THANK YOU