INTE R I OR D E S I GN P OR T F O L I O
A F F I L I AT I O N S American Society of Interior Designers, ASID, 2017-present International Interior Design Association, IIDA, 2018-present NEWH, 2018-present
C O N TA C T palmemac@uni.edu 2010 Washington St. Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613 641.485.8501 LinkedIn
E D U C AT I O N Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, Expected Graduation Date: May 2019 University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa Accredited by the Council of Interior Design Accreditation GPA 3.3
From a young age I have loved being creative and “pretending” to space plan my room and imagine new ways to create floor plans for my home. I never thought about interior design as a career until high school when I stumbled upon an interior design class that my school offered. Now being in college, taking these classes, and creating these spaces, I now realize that all the “pretending” I did when I was younger was really what I had wanted to do. I would describe my style as a mix of classic mid century with a spin of modern aspects. I love creating out of the ordinary and making spaces unique. I am always looking forward to learning and being exposed to things that I am not used to doing.
WORK EXPERIENCE Hy-Vee, September 2014-April 2018 Cashier, Customer Service, Cash Accountability Marshalltown, Iowa and Cedar Falls, Iowa locations Assistant softball coach, August 2017-present Marshalltown High School Sales Associate, Little Prairie Girl, July 2018-present Interior Designer, Head of Marketing, Sales Associate Cedar Falls, Iowa
C A M P U S I N V O LV E M E N T SIDNI Student Interior Designers of Northern Iowa Dance Marathon Assistant Director of Media: Head Photographer
STUDENT EXPOSURE
Q U A L I F I C AT I O N S
Class trip to Minneapolis, MN Fall 2017 NeoCon, Summer 2018 Class trip to Milwaukee, WI Fall 2018
COMPUTER SKILLS Revit 2018 AutoCAD 2018 Sketchup 2018 CET Designer Microsoft Office
DESIGN KNOWLEDGE Introduction to Textiles Principles of Marketing Introduction to Real Estate
Hand Drafting Photography History of Interiors I & II
H O N O R S A N D AWA R D S Dean’s List, Spring 2018 & Fall 2018 Phylis Perry Scholarship 2016, 2017, 2018 Frank Pierce Trust Scholarship 2016, 2017, 2018
DESIGN SKILLS Hand Rendering Space Planning Manual Drafting Calligraphy
InDesign Photoshop Lightroom Shopify Google Suite
Model Building Presentations Mood Boards
PHOTOGRAPHY Founder of McKaylee Ann Photography Portrait Photography Lifestyle Photography
SKILLS Organized Leadership Communication Responsibility Literacy Flexibility Self-motivation Time Management
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Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication. - Leonardo da Vinci
HOSPITALITY: HOTEL
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HOSPITALITY:
HOTEL
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EXECUTIVE
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EDUCATION
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HEALTHCARE
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RESIDENTIAL CONDO
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MULTI-FAMILY
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RESIDENTIAL: BARN REHAB
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NKBA
CREATIVE
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KITCHEN
INDIVIDUAL PROJECT L O C AT E D I N PA L M S P R I N G S , C A FA L L S E M E S T E R 2 0 1 8 OBJECTIVE
To c r e a t e a h o t e l i n t h e c i t y o f o u r choosing and to use the city as inspiration f o r t h e h o t e l , r e s t a u r a n t , a n d g u e s t f l o o r. And to also create the branding and logo for the hotel.
CONCEPT
The restaurant was a place where it would specifically come alive at night. Palm Springs is not known for its food so this restaurant gives the option of a full menu but also is a great place for the night life. I t ’s a t m o s p h e r e h a s a m i d c e n t u r y f e e l w i t h m o d e r n a c c e n t s . T h e h o t e l ’s l o b b y, ballroom, and guest floor reflect the city of Palm Springs and the people who visit.
PROGRAMS USED Revit Photoshop InDesign
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TEAM PROJECT (4 PEOPLE) L O C AT E D I N C E D A R FA L L S , I O WA FA L L S E M E S T E R 2 0 1 8 OBJECTIVE
The objective of this project was to renovate an empty retail space located in a strip mall area into a showroom for National Fur niture. One of the credentials was to make this space LEED certified. There was a team of workers that needed to be accommodated but also make sure that the showroom was able to show case all of the pieces.
CONCEPT
We decided to have the team of workers in the back half of the space to separate the showroom from the working space. The showroom consists of different configurations of workspaces, a large conference room that is elevated to add visual interest, and a community space to add to the residential feel that commercial s p a c e s a r e u s i n g n o w.
PROGRAMS USED
Revit Photoshop InDesign
Renderings
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9 pet
Paint
Renderings Renderings
Furniture Floor PLan
ture Floor PLan
Carpet
Hardwood
Carpet
Paint
Paint
Paint
Hardwood
Hardwood
Pai
Paint
Paint
G ROOM
MATERIALS
TEAM PROJECT (2 PEOPLE) L O C AT E D AT T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F N O R T H E R N I O WA RESIDENTIAL I FA L L S E M E S T E R 2 0 1 7 OBJECTIVE
The objective for this project was to create a music academy for the music department at the University of Northern Iowa. This was an existing plan and we were to reconfigure it to function for the music school. There are children from young ages to collegiate levels using this space so making sure it is functional for all ages was important. This class focused heavily on acoustics, lighting and mechanical systems.
CONCEPT
My partner and I wanted to make this space modern and inviting for anyone using the music school. We also wanting to keep the integrity of the school by using some of the school colors. We also wanted to keep the space open, inspiring, and bright by bringing in as much light as possible and using materials and finishes that weren’t too dark for the space.
PROGRAMS USED Revit Photoshop InDesign
Elevation of typical studio
Elevation of a classroom
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INDIVIDUAL PROJECT
Location: 2302 W. 1st St. Cedar Falls, IA 50613 Thunder Ridge Mall Located on the main floor Gross Square Footage: 7,000 sq ft Existing Construction: Built in 1980. The entire building is 96,191 sq ft (2 levels). Consists of multiple tenant leasable spaces.
L O C AT E D AT T H U N D E R R I D G E M A L L C E D A R FA L L S , I O WA A D VA N C E D D E S I G N I I SPRING SEMESTER 2019 OBJECTIVE
Create a clinic of our choosing and to design for that specific practice.This project consisted of creating a collaborative space between patients, doctos, nurses, and other staff members. Research trends, create a floor plan based on the research and the trends found, and to use sustainable and holistic design.
CONCEPT
The space will be relaxing and moder n for the patients. The time being here will b e a n e x p e r i e n c e t h a t t h e y w i l l r e m e m b e r. The finishes make the space unique and leave the patients feeling inspired. The tall ceilings add dimension to the space and the suspended ceiling features make the space feel very moder n. The exam rooms are up to standard and have state of the art technology to ensure that the patients are able to get everything that they need for their visits.
PROGRAMS USED Revit Photoshop InDesign
CLEAN LINEN FLUIDS ROOM
EXAM ROOM TRASH ROOM
CONFERENCE TABLE
EXAM ROOM
EXAM ROOM EXAM ROOM
DOCTOR’S OFFICE
STAFF LOUNGE EXAM ROOM
DOCTOR’S OFFICE
EXAM ROOM
PROCEDURE ROOM DOCTOR’S OFFICE
EXAM ROOM
EXAM ROOM
NURSES STATION MECHANICAL/ STAFF STORAGE RESTROOM ROOM
STAFF RESTROOM
SCHEDULING ROOM
PATIENT RESTROOM
PATIENT RESTROOM
WAITING AREA/ RECEPTION DESK
Television on wall for doctor and patient to collaborate on the patient’s plan of care. There is a dual monitor screen for the doctor to be able to look at all records and files. LVT flooring for easy cleaning.
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INDIVIDUAL PROJECT L O C AT E D I N S A U D I A R A B I A RESIDENTIAL I SPRING SEMESTER 2018 OBJECTIVE
The objective for this project was to create a traditional style home for a family of four in the Burj Khalifa. The home was required to meet the traditional standards of a Islamic family and to design to their culture and customs. The family loved art and had a contemporary-modern style.
CONCEPT
1'-4"
GAMING AREA
BOY'S CLOSET
GUEST CLOSET
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FURNITURE LEGEND
BATHROOM #1
I wanted to create a space that was very modern considering that this home was in the Burj Khalifa, which is a very modern b u i l d i n g . I k e p t t h e f a m i l y ’s ’ r e l i g i o n a n d culture in mind while designing this home and made sure to use materials that were traditional but using modern furnishings and finishes.
ALL PERSIAN RUGS
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BOY'S ROOM
FEMALE PRAYER ROOM
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KING BED
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READING NOOK: CHAIRS, END TABLE, LAMP
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TELEVISION WITH ENTERTAINMENT STORAGE
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PRAYER MAT/RUG
GUEST ROOM
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WOMEN LEISURE SPACE
J G DINING ROOM
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REF TALL PANTRY KITCHEN
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PROGRAMS USED
3'-0"
AutoCAD Sketchup Photoshop InDesign
POWDER ROOM
DW
MAIN LEISURE SPACE 3'-0"
CLOSET
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H
1
OVEN
4'-6"
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E
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FULL LENGTH MIRROR
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B
MALE LEISURE SPACE
A
MALE PRAYER ROOM
D
MASTER BEDROOM
3 3'-01
MASTER CLOSET
2"
C
1'-812"
MASTER BATHROOM
TOWEL WARMERS
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B
OFFICE
2'-912"
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F
ENTRY TABLE
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SCULPTURE
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STOOLS
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LAUNDRY
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ENTERTAINING SPACE: SOFA, CHAIR(S), COFFEE TABLE, END TABLE, LAMPS
ARTWORK
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DINING TABLE WITH CHAIRS
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QUEEN BED
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TWIN BEDS
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DRESSER
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TELEVISION WITH SMALL CHILDREN'S SIZE SOFA
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PIANO
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
MATERIALS
6'-2"
6'-212"
MEN’S LIVING ROOM
UPPER CABINET LIGHTING UNDER CABINET LIGHTING DOUBLE OVEN CABINET
2'-0"
STAINLESS STEEL HANDLES
1'-812"
13'-0"
PULL-UP CABINET DOORS
MARBLE COUNTERTOPS
TALL PANTRY CABINET
3'-1"
6'-912"
ALUMINUM BACK SPLASH
3'-712"
1'-8"
1'-712"
1'-812"
1'-812"
2'-8"
3'-3"
1'-3"
1'-1112"
9'-1112"
2'-0"
8'-012" 20'-0"
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MATERIALS
612"
SOUTH KITCHEN ELEVATION
BURJ KHALIFA CONDOMINIUM PROJECT KITCHEN
MCKAYLEE PALMER
9'-0"
5'-112"
1
13'-0"
LARGE RUSTIC MIRROR
7'-1012"
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE PATTERNED CONCRETE
2'-0"
2'-0"
ROUND STRUCTURAL COLUMNS CONCRETE SLABS
6'-012" 2'-212"
6'-312" 8'-112"
2'-0"
12'-4"
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NORTH FIREPLACE ELEVATION
2
MEN’S LIVING ROOM
MATER
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TEAM PROJECT (4 PEOPLE) WAT E R L O O , I O WA RESIDENTIAL II FA L L S E M E S T E R 2 0 1 8 OBJECTIVE
The objective of this project was to collaborate with artists from the University of Norther n Iowa and create affordable housing apartments and studio spaces w i t h i n a v a c a n t b u i l d i n g c a l l e d Te c h W o r k s i n Wa t e r l o o , I o w a . T h e p u r p o s e o f t h i s project was to be able to create a space where artists could work and also live for an inexpensive amount.
CONCEPT
The group decided to use two different floors from this vacant building and split them in half because studies has shown that making sure people have the separation of work and living is vital to daily mental health. We wanted to make the space raw to reduce prices and to also stay with the history of the building. We also wanted to make sure that they spaces were inspiring and has everything that they need to create art.
5th Floor Residential Floor
PROGRAMS USED Revit Photoshop InDesign
6th Floor Artist Floor
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TEAM PROJECT (6 PEOPLE) RESIDENTIAL I L O C AT E D I N I O WA SPRING SEMESTER 2018 OBJECTIVE
Renovate an old barn into a home for a f a m i l y o f f o u r. T h e f a t h e r w o r k s f r o m h o m e , the mother is a stay at home mom, and the daughter has autism. So being able to d e s i g n f o r n o t o n l y t h e d a u g h t e r ’s n e e d s b u t t h e n e e d s o f t h e f a m i l y. W e w e r e a l s o assigned to create a bar n model to scale.
CONCEPT
The group split up to into our specific strengths, mine being board layouts (graphic design), renderings, and research. The family had a bohemian chic style so being able to create a home that was their style and that made them feel comfortable was very important. During the barn construction, we all came together to help and used materials that would be the most life-like.
FIRST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
PROGRAMS USED Revit Sketchup Photoshop InDesign
KITCHEN RENDERING
SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
FLOOR PLAN SECOND LEVEL FLOOR M ELEVATION LAUDNRY ROOMPLAN ELEVATION FIRST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
EVATION
OFFICE POWER PLAN
OFFICE POWER PLAN
ACCENT PAINT
ACCENT PAINT KITCHEN RENDERING LIVING ROOM ELEVATION
KITCHEN RENDERING
LIVING ROOM RENDERING
LILY’S BEDROOM RENDERING
LILY’S BEDROOM RENDERING
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INDIVIDUAL PROJECT RESIDENTIAL I SPRING SEMESTER 2018 OBJECTIVE
Follow the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) guidelines for the project and if desired to enter into the competition. Creating a kitchen and bathroom with floor plans given by the association and design at free will.
CONCEPT
The concept for both of these spaces is using modern materials and finishes to create a unique space that will create a sense of home. I wanted to make sure that the kitchen was a space where people could come together and enjoy the space. I used moder n finishes and colors throughout the room. In the bathroom, I wanted to create the sense of a spa and make sure that the room was relaxing, chic, and moder n.
PROGRAMS USED AutoCAD Sketchup Photoshop InDesign
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INDIVIDUAL PROJECT C O M P U T E R A P P L I C AT I O N S 1 FA L L S E M E S T E R 2 0 1 7 KITCHEN TILE PROJECT OBJECTIVE
Design our own tile that will be implemented in a residential kitchen bathroom.
CONCEPT
The inspiration for this tile came from the moder n concrete tiles that are very c o m m o n l a t e l y. T h i s m o d e r n k i t c h e n h a s a bohemian style that makes the kitchen light and open for company and the tile is used as an accent rather than the whole backsplash.
PROGRAMS USED AutoCAD InDesign
Tile Design
INDIVIDUAL PROJECT C O M P U T E R A P P L I C AT I O N S 1 FA L L S E M E S T E R 2 0 1 7 CHAIR PROJECT OBJECTIVE
Build a half scale model of a chair designed by ourselves. Draw the chair in computer applications and build the structure from scratch.
CONCEPT
I drew inspiration for this chair from the moder n and abstract lines that are starting to become on trend. The frame of the chair is made from aluminum and the seat is constructed from wood, foam, and velvet fabric.
PROGRAMS USED AutoCAD InDesign
McKaylee INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS D E S I G N V I S U A L I Z AT I O N S SPRING 2017 HAND SKETCHES
Front View Detailed Views
OBJECTIVE
These are hand sketches that were done with pencil, colored pencils, markers, and water colors. This class was based on perspectives and depth of spaces.
Front View
Detailed Views
Perspective View
INDIVIDUAL PROJECT HAND DRAFTING FOR INTERIORS SPRING SEMESTER 2018 FINAL RESIDENTIAL HOME
OBJECTIVE
Complete an interior house by hand drafting. Design perspective interior views and display all drafting skills.
T HAN K Y OU !
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