priyanka budhdeo INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO
design philosophy My core belief, as a frequent user of various spaces in my day to day life, is that an interior should enhance the experience of its users in every sense. Whether residential, commercial, corporate, or healthcare, a space should be designed to opitimize productivity, facilitate effort-less flow and maximize the comfort and happiness of its occupants.
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My passion for all-things-design dates back to the tender age of creating macaroni crafts. Being wholly engaged, both mentally and physically, in creating a piece of art seemed very enthralling then. Through out the years, I continued to discover and experiment various medias, however, this enthusiasm was particularly spiked in my final years of high school by the simple misplacement of the wash basin in my school’s arts studio. This continually led to reduced productivity, discomfort and discontentment of the occupants. I realized at that age how immensely design impacted the users, extending far beyond just aesthetics. Evidently, this incident triggered a lifelong fascination with interior design, with a goal to create spaces that enhanced everyday lives of people. The education and experience I gained in the rigorous Interior Design Program at BCIT has tremendously expanded my knowledge and skill set required in creating innovative, functional and sustainable design solutions. It was here that I learnt to simultaneously work on multiple projects under high pressure and very tight deadlines. With every project, I was given an opportunity to explore various new concepts, some of which are included in this portfolio. As a designer, I am highly self-motivated, detail-oriented and methodical in my works. I am keenly seeking a job position/ experience that allows me to work alongside talented designers in the industry to further develop my skills, at the same time challenging me to generate high quality work, thereby allowing me to contribute to the construction and design community at large.
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2 hospitality 10 furniture 14 commercial chilliwack visitor centre
PentaBench
designHOW
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22 institutional LBG learning resource center
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38 residential
industrial eclectic loft living
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sketching rendering model making
hospitality chilliwack visitor center
“COR VIRIDE PROVINCIAL” THE GREEN HEART OF THE PROVINCE
project scenario This center is the re-invention of a process to educate, inform and assist the public/guest visitors as well as the locals of the community. The design should engage the user in an interactive way when accessing the information through means of technology, eliminating traditional paper formats. The facility is to host a retail sector, a gallery to showcase the city “treasures” with an underlying incentive to encourage artists and designers to donate museum-like pieces that specifically targets Chilliwack’s heritage using sustainable and repurposed materials. The building must encompass a space for weekly informational sessions by local merchants to promote community events and special tour/travel packages.
concept
Inspired by the city’s motto ‘The Green Heart of the Province’, the Chilliwack Visitor Information Center’s interior metaphorically mimics the form, function as well as the elements that constitute the human heart to create a very contemporary open-plan facility that allows for fluid physical and visual circulation. Voluminous cylindrical glass vessels are repeatedly erected in the core quarters of the building in a radial array as part of a sustainable initiative to collect and recycle rainwater, distributing it outwards in the same pattern. In this way, the water factually gives life to the indoor flora while further expanding on the metaphor of the ‘green heart’. Staggered layers of the ceiling on the periphery of the center aid to accentuate this integral area. Technological gadgets and their strategic placements direct the smooth flow of traffic, from one zone to another, within the building, by imparting information essential to the visitors as they navigate their way around the facilty, and later on in the city itself. Governed by the concept of radial movement, renewable materials of a subdued palette, with a pulse of invigorating hues of green, ecofriendly initiatives, and futuristic technology, this space is bound to satisfy the visitor with a refreshing, aesthetical and educational experience.
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reception desk construction detail drawings
reception/info area
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seminar room
concession stand
individual project SOFTWARE: AutoCAD, Google Sketchup, Kerkythea, InDesign, Photoshop
outdoor discovery center
Seats 10-12 people Because flexibility of this space is key, the two adjacent rooms, divided by a collapsible NanaWall (glass partition) system, are designed to be an expandable space for multi-purpose usage.
This space reflects a museum-like application within the facility, while conforming to the aesthetics and concept of the rest of the building’s interior. Adjacent to the reception, this space extends the scope of information for the visitors. The gallery aims to showcase the local artists’ and designers’ works that particularly target Chillwack’s heritage, using recycled materials.
gallery
rendered areas seminar room gallery reception/info area concession stand outdoor discovery centre Chilliwack Visitor Centre Furniture Plan
project details
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Location: Chilliwack, B.C. Gross Sq. Ft: 3600 sq.ft + 600 sq.ft outdoor space Existing Construction: Concrete floors, 2’ x 4’ lay-in ceiling tile, drywall, full-height glazing Ceiling Height: total = 18’-0” (15’-0” + 3’-0” plenum space) Building type: Non-combustible single storey structure
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green initiatives
simple green filter
furniture + material selection
eco-waste water treatment
indoor plants - biophilia
solar panel blinds
low emissivity glazing modular stackable seating
collapsible table
storage
office desk
rainwater harvesting materials used
Conceptually borrowing the idea of the heart being the central organ in the body, the central cylinder (rainwater catchment system) is situated strategically in the center, such that it supplies water (similar to the function of the heart) to the individual plants, in a radial manner.
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The enormity of these cylindrical features also serves as a focal point, attracting all visitors, immediately upon entering the building. The reception desk is custom designed and constructed to integrate the front most cylinder that houses an indoor plant.
reception/ info. area
bar stool
manager’s chair
receptionist’s chair
guests’ chair
stackable chair
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furniture PentaBench
concept
PentaBench is a timeless and contemporary seating unit, fundamentally based on the concept of balanced growth and expansion of BCIT over the past 5 decades. This notion is epitomized by the 5 equal sided polygon - the pentagon. PentaBench’s modular characteristic is governed by the numerological significance of the key number (5), which universally symbolizes growth and progression. It can be utilized as a single unit, or as a flexible modular bench that can be configured in endless different compositions, held together by magnetic tape, ideal for any space at the institute.
project criteria • the bench can be any shape and size, but it should be a freestanding piece of furniture • the bench will only be placed in interior communal spaces • creativity as well as sensitivity to the users of the bench
considerations • a moveable seating option that would be placed in interior spaces throughout the BCIT campus for students to use • the bench should serve as a legacy piece that conceptually recognizes this important milestone
materials + colours inspired by the new BCIT 50 Years logo
conceptual sketches
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commercial designHOW heritage exhibit
project scenario To build upon the heritage and beauty of Vancouver city, designHOW’s incentive is to promote the city’s past, present and future. With the mandate to preserve, inspire and continually keep the thread of the city’s culture thriving, the heritage society of Vancouver promotes a proactive approach to design, to ensure that the city’s infrastructure is continuously growing, while maintaining its historical roots in order to express a unique quality of life. The scope of design will include designing a Reception area, a Heritage House - an informal space for clients to “hang out” as well as a center for employees to provide design seminars; a Knowledge Den - where computers, digital equipment and other relevant resources will be provided for empowerment and self discoveries; 3 offices, 2 multi-purpose rooms, a large flexible media room, and a lounge area for light lunches and snacks for both employees and clients.
concept Inspired by the robust elements and forms that constituted the early railroad industry of olden day Vancouver, the designHOW Heritage Exhibit space has a very industrial-modern (yet authentic) ambience. Its design features run parallel to the atmosphere of its location in Gastown - the historical and cultural heart of Vancouver that establishes a perfect backdrop for urban lifestyle while respecting its unique history. Governed by the concept of overlapping time and tracks, the weathered textures, warmth of the red-brown colour palette and contrasting metals, the space is bound to take you on a journey transporting you through the various phases of the city’s eventful past.
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knowledge den
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reception area/info area
individual project SOFTWARE: AutoCAD, Google Sketchup, Kerkythea, InDesign, Photoshop
reception backwall
lounge center
designHOW heritage exhibit space model
designHOW heritage exhibit furniture plan
concept development
project details Location: Vancouver, B.C. Gross Sq. Ft: 2400 sq.ft Existing Construction: Concrete floors, 2’ x 4’ lay-in ceiling tile and drywall Ceiling Height: total = 14’-0” (12’-0” + 2’-0” plenum space) Building type: Non- combustible single storey structure Number of employees: 3
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lounge center
rendered areas heritage house/knowledge den reception/info area lounge center
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mood board
materials board
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designHOW heritage exhibit reflected ceiling plan
millwork construction detail drawings
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institutional LBG learning resource center
project requirements
spaces to design
• Prepare the conceptual design for the interior of the proposed Community Learning Center building • Implement a minimum of 8 sustainable initiatives
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• Research and utilise a minimum of 10 eco-friendly materials
Lobby, Reception + Waiting Area Learning Resource Center Public Knowledge/Presentation Theatre Washrooms Two Breakout Meeting Rooms
eco-friendly materials WALL
FURNISHING
• Boardroom Project Size: 2 floors (approx. 15, 000 sf.) Occupant Load: 200 people
Art Glass Tile - Creekside Tile Co.
FLOORING
concept: ‘cactus in a desert’
Extreme Green Wool Carpet - Banner Carpets
Oak Hardwood Flooring - Stile (Big Collection)
Arto Brick - Creekside Tile Co.
Caesartone (Quartz) - Colonial Countertops
MILLWORK
CEILING/ACOUSTIC
Lineage Wood Looks Laminate Plank Ceiling - Armstrong
Accoya Wood - Upper Canada
Wet formed Mineral Fiber Panels - Armstrong
Quartz (Engineered Stone) - Cambria
Recycled Glass - Geos
The interior of the CLRC and the sustainable initiatives implemented within are profoundly inspired by the cactus plant, primarily the barrel cactus. This species is a self-sustaining succulent that is efficiently adapted to not only withstand, but thrive in the harsh, arid climates of deserts. Contributing to the barrel cactus’ survival on barren land are characteristics such as: • its ability to photosynthesize (in the absence of leaves) inside the stem • the presence of stomata which allow gaseous exchange, and shallow extensive roots that spread laterally, close to the earth’s surface to maximize water absorption • its vertical pleated surface/parallel ridges that provide a more efficient way to direct rainwater to the roots
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group project SOFTWARE: Hand - rendering, InDesign, Photoshop
awning windows with low-e glass
solar panel blinds by Blight
The use of awning windows, particularly, mimics the function of stomata found on the surface of the cactus stem. Similar to the stomata in the barrel cactus, these windows provide ventilation, but more importantly reduce summer-heat gain by 65% on south facing windows.
Vincent Gerkens’ Blight solar panel venetian blinds - is a green technology that incorporates flexible solar cells and electroluminescent neon foil, fitted over the surface of the blinds, to capture solar energy that is then transmitted into light.
Paired with glass panels with Low-Emissivity (Low-E) coating, these windows become even more energy efficient. They allow in the full spectrum of light, but block infrared solar heat.
The flexibilty of the blinds allows for efficient capture of solar energy, following the sun, as well as direct luminescence. The design also requires external mounting power cords - making it more or less a plug-and-play for any window space.
botanical garden/living wall • • • •
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Encourages biophilic connection to plants Eradicates VOCs + other harmful toxins Sound proofing barrier Insulates/cools the building
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rainwater harvesting + greywater use
rooftop solar panels + Hi-R skylite The vertical pleated rain collection tube openings, on the rooftop, are lined with solar panels to capture solar energy to power a portion of electrical usage within the building.
Vancouver is Canada’s third most rainy city with more than 161 days with an average of 1153 mm of rain per year. The catchment of the rainwater occurs through two cylindrical structures with openings on the skylights on the roof. Coarse wire mesh covering the opening prevents passage of debris. Based on the concept of the exterior surface of the barrel cactus, as well as its cross-section, these structures are vertically pleated to provide a more efficient design in directing the water droplets down to the underground storage tank through layers of gravel, charcoal, sand and gravel again, respectively, acting as a simple green flitration process. This water is then pumped up to the rest of the building to be used as grey water, repeatedly.
Hi-R panels (pre-manufactured units) incorporate single, double or triple glass pane configurations with Low-E coatings to provide greater thermal perfomance. This method can save upto 11% of the entire building’s heating and cooling demands.
geothermal exchange
This process involves the use of constant temperature of the earth’s surface as an exchange medium. The ground temperature is warmer than the air above it. The geothermal heat pump exchanges heat with the earth through the ground heat exchanger and supplies the building with hot water.
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the biopod - by Biolytix An “ecosystem in a tank”, the Biopod is a wastewater treatment that uses worms and other organisms to efficiently convert household waste into garden irrigation water. It uses upto 90% less energy than all its competitors.
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corporate vibrant clothing manufacturing firm
project scenario To design the new office headquarters of a large international clothing manufacturer. They have leased the entire 10th floor in a new building in the downtown Vancouver business district. They will be relocating from their existing office space to the new location and will not be taking their existing furniture with them. Therefore, the designer is required to propose a new line of freestanding systems furniture.
concept Vibrant, a leading Canadian clothing company, is all about eco-friendly athletic wear, goods, and accessories.
The design concept of its apparel and accessories is neither inspired by, nor derived from a single object, but formed as a resolution to combat a specific attitude (that a vast majority of people succumb to) towards fitness and exercise. In today’s day and age, fitness as well as finding a means of attaining inner peace and balance is of utmost importance. The hustle and bustle of one’s day-to-day routine, more often than not, results in lack of motivation to workout or carry out any athletic activities. It is Vibrant’s objective, through colour and clothing, to stimulate and uphold the energy and positivity towards a healthy and active lifestyle. This idea is also reflected in the design of their corporate office headquarters. The colour palette is constituted of a vibrant group of colours, each with a purpose of its own. Blue - REFRESHING Green - GROWTH Yellow - EXCITEMENT VIBRANT Orange - CONFIDENCE Violet - RELAXATION These colours have been repeatedly used in various combinations and proportions throughout the office floor to evoke the above mentioned qualities amongst the staff members, thereby making them a vibrant bunch. To further accentuate this concept, the general atmosphere created within this space is contemporary, bright and airy. This is achieved by utilising materials such as glass (to allow natural light to infiltrate the entire floor), translucent 3form panels, light wood tones and the colour white as the base for most surfaces.
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reception area
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individual project
conference room
open floor office
SOFTWARE: AutoCAD, Google Sketchup, Kerkythea, InDesign, Photoshop
open floor office
The lounge is strategically located adjacent to the open floor office area to encourage casual creative discussions amongst staff members. This area incorporates modular furniture which can be reconfigured to suit the requirements.
Seats 14-16 people It is located close to the reception area for easy access for public meetings. Equipped with an A/V system, a projector screen and a whiteboard for group planning. A credenza has also been provided for miscellaneous storage. To further emphasize on the idea of open engagement, the conference room has full-height glazing.
lounge area vibrant office headquaters - floor plan (with zoning)
project details
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zoning key
Location: Vancouver, B.C. Gross Sq. Ft: 25,000 sq.ft Existing Construction: Concrete floors, 2’ x 2’ lay-in ceiling tile, drywall, and floor to ceiling glazing Ceiling Height: total = 14’-0” (12’-0” + 2’-0” plenum space) All core building doors are metal 3’-0” x 7’-0” (mechanical, electrical fire exits, and washroom doors All columns are concrete and unfinished
reception/waiting area open floor office private office meeting room media room staff room
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vibrant office headquarters - elevation: north wall - private offices
installation plan
vibrant office headquarters - perspective sketches of elevator lobby
vibrant office headquarters - elevation: west wall - boardroom, meeting rooms, lounge, private offices
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residential industrial-eclectic loft living
concept
Heritage buidings in Gastown, Vancouver are one of its most powerful structural and visual indicators of its historical background. Currently trending, to experience history first hand, is the idea of converting these charming buildings into modern day inhabitable lofts. Lofts, by their very nature, are fundamentally open plan. And to adhere to this concept, the rest of the house floor plan is essentially open. High ceilings of 20’-0” accompanied by the enormous french doors, further accentuate this sense of openness, and allow light to disseminate equally throughout the space. One of the main features, situated in the heart of this apartment, is its sunken living room. The intentional level change helps in defining this little space without the use of partitions, giving it a sense of distinctiveness in a very large space overall. To coalesce into Gastown’s industrial background, the style incorporated in this apartment is primarily industrial (a combination of metal and wood) with a touch of eclectic to cozy up the overall mood created by the cold, hard surfaces. This is noticeable by means of hand picked accessories and furniture elements strategically placed throughout the home. For instance, an intricately carved, hardwood, Indian trunk with a distressed turquoise paint job is creatively utilised as a coffee table in the sunken living room, while batik cushions dot the inbuilt seating. The historical aspect of the building’s facade is reflected within the interior by deliberately creating a distressed paint finish, on the peripheral walls, that exposes the building materials that lie beneath. Meanwhile, uber comfy, giant knit, woolen pillows and throws help to balance this hardened look.
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free hand sketch of sunken living room
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kitchen + dining
dining area
individual project SOFTWARE: AutoCAD, Google Sketchup, Kerkythea, InDesign, Photoshop
foyer sunken living room
project details
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Exposed brick, in this space, is essentially used as an accent wall. Its conventional characteristic of red, muddy and warm colours is offset with the cool grey of the slick polished concrete floor (as well as the fireplace). This contrast of warm vs. cool and textured vs. smooth adds a lot more dimension to the space, thereby making it quite dynamic in nature.
Location: Gastown, Vancouver, B.C. Gross Sq. Ft: 2200 sq.ft Ceiling Height: 20’-0� Existing Construction: Concrete floors, dry wall and brick partitions
rendered areas foyer kitchen + dining area stairs area sunken living room master bedroom walk-in closet + ensuite bathroom loft
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ensuite bathroom
master bedroom
The ensuite bathroom is a further extension of the concept of contrast. It constitutes of warm lighting against cool, grey, textured surfaces, and enamel white fixtures against dark ‘dramatic’ wood tones. The combination of metal fixtures, and the wrought iron factory windows, against the dark wood tones contribute to the ‘industrial’ ambience of the space - all in the effort to create a perfect place to wash away the day.
The master bedroom has nearly an entire wall of glazing which allows natural light to significantly illuminate the entire space, thereby creating an airy ambience. To create a sense of grounding, dark wood tones are incorporated in the rustic hard wood flooring, while thick timber beams reflect the same concept on the ceiling. A walk-in closet, with custom millwork, provides transition from the master bedroom to the bathroom.
The loft, which is open to the space below, is a multipurpose space that is primarily designed to satisfy the clients’ needs of having an open space for multiple activities including (but not limited to) office work, creative projects and personal entertainment. For those gloomy Vancouver days, when the sky is leaden with overcast, this warm and dynamic space perfectly fits the bill. Festoon lights, hung across the ceiling, further augment the outdoors feel.
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loft/studio
loft/studio
walk-in closet
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other sketching, rendering, model making, etc.
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greek architecture: corinthian order task: capturing light on a dark surface media: white pastel pencil on hard paper
still life: fabric, brick, glass, wood task: illustrate various textures media: graphite on paper
one point perspective of residential kitchen skill: hand drafting
observing live interior spaces - BCIT skill: quick freehand sketching media: ink on paper
one point perspective of BCIT hallway task: identify vanishing point and horizon line media: graphite on paper
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intricate architectural details task: capturing shadows on a light surface media: graphite on paper
observing live interior spaces - metrotown mall skill: quick freehand sketching media: ink on paper
observing live interior spaces- BCIT skill: quick freehand sketching media: ink on paper
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residential furniture floor plan skill: hand rendering
interior elevation - living room skill: hand rendering
observing exterior spaces skill: free hand sketching + painting media: ink and water colour
observing exterior spaces skill: free hand sketching + painting media: ink and water colour
typical residential wood frame construction model skill: model making
space/zone analysis model skill: model making
observing exterior spaces skill: free hand sketching + painting media: ink and water colour
observing interior spaces skill: free hand sketching + hand rendering media: rendering markers
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thank you Priyanka Budhdeo | 7480 Colleen St., Burnaby, BC | 604-655-5676 | pbudhdeo@hotmail.com
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