Lexis Ruroden - Interior Design Portfolio

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

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