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DESIGN P H I L O S O P H Y I believe humans are emotional and intelligent beings who have a natural need to connect with their space. For me, that means understanding the spirit of the client and the essence of the space.
I learned that design can shape the way we think, feel, behave and live.
I love seeing design look to nature for inspiration.
I realize that good design should not only provide efficient solutions, but also affect at a human level and have an affirimitive impact.
There is no better designer than nature
- Alexander McQueen
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family house concept
Design a residence for a family of 5 that reflects their style, incorporates their love of music and includes a wheelchair accessible layout.
location: Toronto, Ontario square feet: 4,000
style and colour inspiration
Flexible flow of interconnected spaces incorporated with nature-inspired materials in sea coloured hues reminiscent of a casual beach getaway. A space evoking comfort that is familiar, nostalgic and care-free.
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east elevation
west elevation
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exterior elevations
south elevation
north elevation
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floor plans
main floor
2nd floor
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section 1
main floor sections
section 2
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rendering 1
living room and kitchen view
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rendering 2
kitchen
living room
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rendering 3
entertainment room
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concept
3 distinct occupancies combine functional design with casual edge that is flexible and inviting, defining the client’s needs and personality.
location: New York city Midtown square footage: 4,500
style and colour inspiration
The 11th floor loft space of a 1920’s style building is divided into 3 spaces including a main residential loft, a commercial office studio and a rental apartment.
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rental apt. sketch
design features
design development
office furniture sketch
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floor plans
main floor
mezzanine
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residential suite
section 1 image by: Lisa Fenema
The residence is centered around entertaining guests and remaining flexible enough to grow with the families changing needs. section view
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residential suite
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kitchen
image created by: Lisa Fenema
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residential suite
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dining and living area
image created by: Lisa Fenema
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rental apartment
The small loft rental features durable finishes and economically conscious furnishings
main living area
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rental apartment
double height ceiling provides opportunity to add a mezzanine and maximize on space adding to an NYC loft experience.
kitchen and mezzanine bedroom
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graphic design studio
elevation image created by: Pia Conception
staff kitchen on mezzanine level
NATE BERKUS
STUDIO
The office space feature minimalistic and clean design with subdued industrial elements reflecting the studio’s edgy and progressive work and culture,.
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graphic design office
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main work area
image created by: Pia Conception
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graphic design studio
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meeting and presentation area
image created by: Pia Conception
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homegrown eatery and yoga concept
Homegrown provides a place to start and end the day, a place to nourish the mind body and soul. Like a seed, the final design will breathe new life into a historic building. An open and organic layout will be swept with natural daylight showcasing the blossoming layers of nature from the ground up.
location: Toronto, Ontario square footage: 3,000
style and colour inspiration
Divided into three floors of a heritage building providing the local community a healthy option for creating, working, and maintaining a physical well-being.
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A new beginning, a new day to grow and flourish. The sun will shine the rain will fall but the seed will blossom and grow tall to nourish and nurture all. west elevation
cross section : east/west
north elevation
exterior elevations & section
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homegrown yog a
3rd floor
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homegrown cafe and deli
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Organic forms and earth tone materials reflect nature’s warmth.
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main floor
homegrown cafe and deli
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interior elevations
elevation 2
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cafe and deli
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concept
Bringing attention to a sustainable lifestyle, the Ivy Eco House is a sustainable social centre showcasing innovative and eco friendly strategies that engage, inspire and educate visitors of all ages.
location: toronto, ontario square ft: 25,000
style and colour inspiration
The design features an all organic restaurant with an interactive kitchen with its own greenhouse, an event and farmer’s market space, retail space, and a gallery. As well as classrooms for various workshops and local school events.
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The original Bloor Gladstone library is a heritage property designed in a Renaissance Revival and Italianate style. The original details of the brick building will be preserved including the arched windows and pathways, dome shaped ceilings and the detailed moldings on ceilings and columns. The historical site is a local landmark that continues to play an important part within the community.
history & architecture
The new addition is conceived as having two fundamental elements; a raised glass pavilion with a limestone base as an extension of the existing podium, connecting it to the original site, however the new glass facade addition remains visually separated, allowing both buildings to be expressed individually. The juxtaposition between the old and new is represented in an elegant and complimentary contradiction.
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floor plans
Open and airy layout will invite visitors to explore and engage with the space and its various attractions.
ivy eco house Sustainable social centre
Retail Environmentally conscious, upcycled and locally produced products
main floor
Class
Gallery
Local school trips / community workshops / events / presentations
Various work from local artists / support new talent
second floor
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Large operable windows maximize natural daylight and ventilation. Indoor living walls filter indoor air and promote fresh and healthy environment. Low VOC materials address the health and well-being of building occupants.
2. BUILDING OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Interactive monitoring system provide feedback on water and energy consumption, natural ventilation, daylight and illumination levels, airflow rates, oxygen and air temperature in all areas of the facility.
3. RESOURCE CONSERVATION
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sections & sustainable strategies
Resource-efficient materials that are renewable, recyclable and durable are used throughout the facility. Also, an innovative Solar Ivy energy system will envelope the building facade using both sun and wind to generate electricity. The modular ivy leaf-like flexible solar cells produce 85watts of power per 28sqft.
4. WATER
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All water captured from exterior and interior of building is stored and reused, eliminating the facility’s dependence on municipal infrastructure. Features include: Ultra low water fixtures; grey and blackwater treatment; and stormwater collection and treatment.
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main floor: retail
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2nd floor restaurant
2nd floor host and lounge host and lounge section
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second floor: bar
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second floor: dining area
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HAND SKETCHES
aveda office
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marker /crayon /chalk
social space
marker /crayon
watercolour
watercolours
magazine presentation space
marker / chalk
beach house bathroom