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PAOLA ESPINOZA
INTERIOR ARCHITECT
Passionate Interior Architect with a Bachelor’s in Architecture, Interior Design diploma, and 5+ years of experience.
Expertise in leading projects from conception to completion, involving moodboard creation, conceptual design, 3D modeling, rendering, and detailed construction documentation, including cabinet drawings. Versatile experience spans residential homes, mixed-use buildings, and healthcare facilities. I am a very adaptable, proactive person, a good leader, and also a good team player. paola.espinoza.arq@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE
FREELANCE INTERIOR ARCHITECT
REAL V ARQUITECTOS, FEB 2023-CURRENT
https://issuu.com/paolaespinozav/
LANGUAGES
• Engaging with clients to understand their needs, design preferences, and budgets.
• Execution of projects both online and In-person.
• Designing medical offices and Residential Homes.
• Leading interior design projects, including the creation of moodboards, conceptual Designs, specialized Plans (cabinets and others), and 3D
INTERIOR ARCHITECT
OML ARQUITECTOS, MX, FEB 2023-CURRENT
EDUCATION
ITESO university, Mexico, 20162021
LINCESED ARCHITECT in México,2022
DIPLOMA INTERIOR DESIGN Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, 2022-2023
645 Athabasca University Jul-Nov2024 B.ARCH
CACB PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATE
Canadian Architectural Certification Board
• Development of c onceptual design, facades, 3D renders, and architectural and permitting plans for a boutique hotel in the central area within a historically valuable house.
• Creation of c onceptual and executive plans for hospitals and medical offices, with a notable project being the Hospital Country 2000, encompassing areas such as obstetrics, labor and delivery, operating rooms, adult intensive care, among others.
• Crafting the interior design for the adult intensive care unit in accordance with hospital regulations, with a focus on seamlessly incorporating gases and medical equipment as integral components of the overall aesthetic.
JR. ARCHITECT
TACHER ARQUITECTOS, MEX, APRIL 2021-FEB 2023
• Extensive experience working on large-scale construction projects during the construction document phases.
• Proficient in producing plans, elevations, sections, and detailed drawings.
• Assisted senior designers in coordinating aesthetic, technical, and structural aspects.
• Skilled in drawing and generating architectural construction plans to anticipate and avoid construction issues.
• Produced over 500 blueprints, including architectural, wall, ceiling, blacksmith, aluminum, light, and electrical plug plans, as well as finishes plans.
• Proficient in creating 3D models using SketchUp for enhanced visualization.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER / 3D ARTIST/ SUPERVISOR
BAU TALLER, MEX, 2018-APRIL 2021
• Created Design and Development Sets, focusing on efficient space planning.
• Designed interior and exterior spaces for residential properties.
• Conducted meetings with clients and suppliers for effective communication.
• Provided field supervision during the construction of three homes.
• Producing high-quality 3D models and rendering assets using 3DMax, Sketchup + Vray.
WORKSHOP
Project 01
PANDICCIÓN
Project:
Participation: Year: Area:
Collaboration:
Restaurant Coffee
Architectural and interior design
2023
172mts2 / 1851ft2
Independently
The name of the project, PANDICCIÓN, embodies the profound love Mexicans have for bread, which has remained a dietary staple for countless generations.
The logo design ingeniously merges the iconic shape of a Mexican bread loaf, known as the Concha, with a delightful cup of coffee, its perfect companion. The lines employed in the logo elegantly traverse from minimalist to deco, mirroring the sophisticated interior of the restaurant. The choice to preserve the black and yellow color scheme further reinforces this concept.
VEGETATION
CERAMIC TILES
MARBLE Elegant
MOODBOARD
1 Custom made carpentry furniture
2 Cloud Sofa/ Sillones & Co.
3 Gold pendant lamp/Lumimexico
4 Tulipan table/MDO
5 Orbit chair/ Mb Lafayette
6 Chair/Mb lafayette
7 Gold / Lumimexico
BREAD CONCEPTUALIZATION
CONCHA Spongy
BREAD STICK long and tubular
Organic form, color and texture
DISTRIBUTION AND CONECTION
Through this diagram, we can observe the integration of proxemics employed in this space. The combination involves aspects of personal, intimate, and social proxemics, strategically utilizing counters as central areas. The layout incorporates one-sided services to streamline installations efficiently. Notably, the cellar,
Every material in this design was meticulously selected to achieve a harmonious blend of elegance and modernity. The deliberate combination of Art Deco styles and organic minimalism creates a captivating aesthetic that seamlessly merges the best of both worlds.
changing room, and kitchen are interconnected to enhance communication and functionality within the space. This intentional arrangement aims to optimize the overall user experience, promoting a harmonious flow and interaction while ensuring practicality in the utilization of the given areas
DONUT Circle
Sofa
Lattice
15,12,14,0
Enlarge the space, brighting it
COLOR PALETTE
Positive, elegant, natural #b38380
Relaxing and harmonious
Warmth, brightness, and luminosity
FLOOR PLAN
#bd8f45
#52543c
Embodies de profound love mexicans have for sweet bread
Views created in Model 3D Max + Vray
Treat bread as if it were a museographic element
MOODBOARD
1 Vinyl flooring for hospitals
color Greige /Mimoplan, Gerflor
2 Vinyl flooring for hospitals color
Smoked Opal /Mimoplan, Gerflor
3 Vinyl flooring for hospitals color Quartz /Mimoplan, Gerflor
4
5 Led screen for projecting relaxing images and sounds
6 Media luz paint color/ Comex antibacterial
7 Led Light
HOSPITAL BED
HEADBOARD PROJECTION
FLOOR PLAN SCALE 1:50
This project is part of a renovation where the decision was made to relocate the gas tower and bed to allow natural light to illuminate the space. This is particularly significant in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as patients in this setting experience brief moments of consciousness, and the environment plays a crucial role in their recovery. In line with this approach, warm and pleasant colors are used, along with organic shapes reminiscent of nature. Additionally, patients are provided with a screen that displays images and sounds of nature.
HEADBOARD ELEVATION DETAIL SCALE 1:50
ELEVATION DETAIL
Scale 1:20
1 2 3
HEADER MADE WITH SERENITY WALL SERIES, NULOK FLEXWALL MODEL, AMICO BRAND COATED WITH 3161O WOOD-TYPE PHENOLIC PANEL FINISH OR SIMILAR (CONSULT GAS VENTING WITH SPECIALISTS)
RECESSED ARIETIS LED IN CEILING. DIMENSIONS 60X60. COOL LIGHT, TEMPERATURE IN KELVIN AS PER SPECIALIST'S RECOMMENDATION
The lighting design is a crucial aspect, considering the importance of optimal visibility for medical professionals. Therefore, a central light source is positioned above the bed, while indirect lighting is incorporated at the headboard, along with medicinal gas outlets. This setup aims to create a conducive environment for both patients and their companions, allowing for rest while ensuring adequate visibility for medical staff.
BEVELED CORNERS
HEADER MADE WITH SERENITY WALL SERIES, NULOK FLEXWALL MODEL, AMICO BRAND COATED WITH 3161O WOOD-TYPE PHENOLIC PANEL FINISH OR SIMILAR (CONSULT GAS VENTING WITH SPECIALISTS)
BEDSPREAD BY AMICO BRAND
NURSE´S STATION
Calming scpaces
for patients, but integrating the regulatory conditions required in hospitals.
The design of hospitals, especially in Adult Intensive Care Units, poses a significant challenge in interior design. It involves not only creating efficient, aesthetic, and calming spaces for patients but also integrating the technical and regulatory conditions required in such a highly antibacterial environment. This includes careful material selection, sealing led lights to prevent dust accumulation, implementing sanitary curves, and using impact protectors, among other regulatory requirements.
Views created in Model 3D Max + Vray
I have collaborated with OML in creating diverse areas in the hospital such as the tocogynecological surgical area and the labor and delivery room, among others. However, due to privacy considerations, I cannot share the blueprints of these spaces.
SYMBOLOGY
1 Vinyl flooring for hospitals
color Greige /Mimoplan, Gerflor
2 Vinyl flooring for hospitals color
Smoked Opal /Mimoplan, Gerflor
3 Vinyl flooring for hospitals color
Quartz /Mimoplan, Gerflor
4 Impact protector for hospitals
5 Paint color/ Comex antibacterial
6 Sealed Led light
7 Glass with privacy film
Environment plays a crucial role for the patient’s recovery
NURSE´S STATION AND HALLWAY
Views created in Model 3D Max + Vray
Project 02
OPERATING ROOM
Project:
Participation: Year: Area:
Collaboration:
1 Conductive Vinyl flooring for hospitals
color Quartz/Mimoplan El07, Gerflor
2 Conductive Vinyl flooring for hospitals color Raffia/Mimoplan El07, Gerflor
3 Sanitary curve
4 Medical gases
5 Ceiling panel with white antibacterial paint
6 Negatoscope
7 Ventilation grille
8 Door covered with phenolic panel color 551
9 Mural club grey/ Gerflor
1 2 3
Designed to meet both the stringent hospital standards and the existing aesthetic of the facility, as this is an expansion. The design includes the use of conductive hospital vinyl flooring, which ensures safety and durability. The walls are covered with specialized hospital wall coverings and finished with antibacterial paint, promoting a sterile environment. Sanitary curves have been integrated, and all wall-to-ceiling and wall-to-floor transitions feature seamless bends to prevent dust accumulation and make cleaning more efficient.
The importance of creating spaces that are easy to clean, aesthetically pleasing, and highly
OPERATING
Views created in Sketchup+ Vray
functional was a priority throughout the design process. We also proposed lighting solutions that align with the overall design goals, ensuring a well-lit, comfortable, and effective operating environment.
I was responsible for modeling medical accessories, such as the negatoscope, medical gas outlets, and other essential fixtures. These models were developed in accordance with the technical guidelines provided by our biomedical equipment supplier, ensuring that every element was designed with precision and met the required standards for hospital use.
Project 02
TOMOGRAPHY ROOM
Project: Participation: Year: Area:
Collaboration:
Hospital Country 2000
Interior architect and 3D rendering 2024OML Arquitectos
SYMBOLOGY
1 Conductive Vinyl flooring for hospitals/Mimoplan El07, Gerflor
2 Skylight made with painted acrylic, suspended with a Donn ceiling grid system
3 Lighting scene 1 / RGB LED light
4 Overall ilumination
5 Donn ceiling system 1 2
TOMOGRAPHY
Views created in Sketchup+ Vray
Designed with a suspended ceiling featuring calming imagery to help relax patients during their procedures.
The flooring is conductive, ensuring both safety and adherence to hospital standards. Every material used in this space, from the wall coverings to the antibacterial paint, was carefully selected to comply with strict healthcare regulations. This design not only ensures a functional and compliant environment but also creates a soothing atmosphere that enhances the overall patient experience.
Environment plays a crucial role for the patient’s recovery
Libra Original photo
Project: Participation: Year: Area:
Collaboration:
Excercise 3D renderist 2023Indepedently
Kreiss,
Me, 3DMax +Vray excercise
The objective of this exercise is to take an original photo, in this case, from the designer Kreiss’ Libra collection, and replicate it as closely as possible in both modeling and rendering. This involves creating detailed 3D models of furniture, textures, lighting, and other elements to achieve an accurate and authentic representation of the original design
This
project highlights skills in attention to detail, furniture creation and modeling, and the management of lights and textures.
CARPENTRY DETAILS
-BATHROOM FURNITURE WITH TWO FOLDING DOORS MADE WITH 18MM WATERPROOF MDP SUBSTRATE ARAUCO BRAND MELAMINE MOSCATO COLOR, EDGES COVERED WITH 1MM MOSCATO-COLOR PVC.
-TWO-DIMENSIONAL STAINLESS STEEL HINGE, JAKO BRAND
MODEL 610-SS304A, SATIN FINISH. -GOLA-TYPE HANDLE ON DOORS -ITANÚAS GRANITE
*ALL MDP IN A WET AREA SHOULD BE WATERPROOF.
SANTORINI WHITE COUNTERTOP SINK, SEE DETAILS IN BATHROOMS
-BATHROOM FURNITURE WITH TWO FOLDING DOORS MADE WITH 18MM WATERPROOF MDP SUBSTRATE ARAUCO BRAND MELAMINE MOSCATO COLOR, EDGES COVERED WITH 1MM MOSCATO-COLOR PVC. -TWO-DIMENSIONAL STAINLESS STEEL HINGE, JAKO BRAND MODEL 610-SS304A, SATIN FINISH.
18MM WATERPROOF MDP SUBSTRATE WITH ARAUCO BRAND MELAMINE, MOSCATO COLOR, 1MM MOSCATO COLOR PVC EDGES
-GOLA-TYPE HANDLE ON DOORS -ITANÚAS GRANITE
*ALL MDP IN A WET AREA SHOULD BE WATERPROOF.
ITANUAS GRANITE 18MM GAP ARAUCO BRAND MOSCATO COLOR
ARAUCO BRAND MELAMINE MOSCATO COLOR, EDGES COVERED WITH 1MM MOSCATO-COLOR PVC. GOLA TYPE HANDLE
(BATHROOM FURNITURE 0.65
FURNITURE WITH TWO FOLDING DOORS MADE WITH
WATERPROOF MDP SUBSTRATE ARAUCO
MELAMINE MOSCATO COLOR, EDGES
MOSCATO-COLOR
-TWO-DIMENSIONAL STAINLESS STEEL HINGE, JAKO BRAND MODEL 610-SS304A, SATIN FINISH. -GOLA-TYPE HANDLE ON DOORS -ITANÚAS GRANITE
CERAMIC WASHBASIN ON COUNTERTOP (SEE SPECIFICATION IN BATHROOMS PART)
PVC EDGES
*ALL MDP IN A WET AREA SHOULD BE WATERPROOF.
TWO-DIMENSIONAL STAINLESS STEEL HINGE, JAKO BRAND MODEL 610-SS304A, SATIN FINISH FASTENING OF FURNITURE TO WALL. (CONSULT A SPECIALIST) FOLDING DOOR MADE OF 18MM WATERPROOF MDP SUBSTRATE ARAUCO BRAND MELAMINE MOSCATO
BATHROOM FURNITURE MADE WITH 18MM WATERPROOF MDP SUBSTRATE WITH ARAUCO BRAND MELAMINE MOSCATO COLOR, EDGES COVERED WITH 1MM MOSCATO-COLOR PVC. GOLA TYPE HANDLE ITANUAS GRANITE
SINK,
DETAILS
Project 05
Project:
Participation: Year: Area:
Collaboration
Residential House
Architectural and interior design 2023
75 mts2 / 807.3 ft²
Independently
TAMAZULA
Casa Tamazula came from the clients when the construction was nearly complete. They asked for a kitchen design that included the granite bar and made use of the existing structure. They also sought guidance in choosing paints and finishes for all areas of the home, as well as selecting furniture for the living and dining room, all tailored to their tastes and budgets. This entire process was carried out remotely, collaborating with the engineer in charge of the project.
This project was undertaken in collaboration with Vanessa, my cousin and also an architect, as part of our freelance work.
J_DOOR DE MELAMINA COLOR NEGRO MATE 18mm, CANTOS DE PVC COLOR SIMILAR A MELAMINA
B SHELVES MADE
DT-02
ARAUCO
WALNUT-COLORED MELAMINE,
SYMBOLOGY:
REGISTRO: G-
LÁMINA :
SCALE : FECHA : NOMBRE DEL PLANO : DIBUJANTES NORTH
Paola Villarreal Vanessa Villarreal KITCHEN TAMAZULA OCTOBER 2023
PROPIETARIO: x 1:100
MOODBOARD DINING ROOM
1 Britz table/ Casa Las Lomas
2 Zahara Chair/ Inlab
3 Marsella Sofa/ Casa Las Lomas
4 Totem table/ Casa Las Lomas
5 Sun mirror/ SYP
6 Flower vase/ Potterybarn
1 Dining 2 Lamp/Corner 3 Paintings 4 Flower 5 Artificial MOODBOARD
MOODBOARD LIVING ROOM
Dining table and chairs/ Marlam
Lamp/Corner home
Paintings /Corner home
Flower vase/ Corner home
Artificial plants/ Corner home
Illuminating, warm, and nature-inspired
Cozy
SOFA
Project 06
ACACIA KITCHEN
Participation:
Year: Area:
Interior design and rendering
2021
15 mts2/ 161 mts2
Views created in Model 3D Max + Vray
ACACIA
Participation:
Year: Area:
Interior design, rendering and supervision
2021 184.93mts 2/ 1991 ft2
This project is a house located in Guadalajara, Jalisco for a young married couple with plans to grow a family. For the couple it was important to keep the staircase as an important visual point from the street, that is the reason why it was an important element in the design of this house.
Interior and exterior architectural design
Concretre
Staircase as an important visual point
The slim staircase supported by vertical elements arises from creating a very light element. Somehow the vertical elements that fall towars the interior garden give a feeling that it falls like a rain.
Forged stairs with sheet steel painted with comex white enamel. Stair tread covered with treated oak wood.
Stairs design
Model 3D Max + Vray
Views created in Model 3D Max + Vray
Participation:
Year:
Interior architecture, rendering and supervision
2024 Independent project
THE MAIN PROBLEMS
1 Limited space to access the bathroom
2 Window facing neighbors, compromising privacy
3 Small shower.
4 Outdated ceiling and house style
5 Too many shadows with the ilumination
6 Excessive wasted space. 1 2 3 4 &5
I was tasked with remodeling outdated bathrooms in a house where the existing design no longer met the clients’ needs. The primary challenge was modernizing the space while maintaining continuity with the rest of the house, which features extensive marble finishes. I developed all necessary architectural plans, liaised with clients to ensure their vision was realized, and coordinated with suppliers to source high-quality materials.
Additionally, conducted on-site supervision to oversee the construction process, ensuring that every detail—from plumbing to finishes— was executed to the highest standard.
By blending modern design elements with the home’s existing aesthetic, we successfully transformed the bathrooms into functional and elegant spaces that complement the overall interior design.
Updating bathrooms and wardrobe
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paola.espinoza.arq@gmail.com
