2022 Interior Design Portfolio by Paula Rose Lopez

2022 2018

DESIGN DESIGN PORTFOLIO. PORTFOLIO. PAULA ROSE LOPEZ

select works on interior design

about the designer PAU L A ROSE LOP EZ

is a freelance designer based in Metro Manila, Philippines. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design at the University of the Philippines—Diliman. Her career in design started as an interior design apprentice under the University of the Philippines Interior Design Alumni Association (UPIDAA). She also worked as an architectural apprentice under a renowned heritage conservation architect in various restoration projects. Working for esteemed local design firms, Design Hirayama + Quesada, and WTA Architecture + Design Studio, she has worked on various projects from different fields such as commercial, office interiors, hospitality, and residential design to date. She boasts a wide range of practical and technical skills that is beneficial to lead projects in design management, project management, and interior design. Her team of young designers, in collaboration with Triboa Bay Living, won the Grand Prize and Most Marketable Design Award of IDISENYO 2019: Great Minds, Small Spaces. IDisenyo is an annual national Interior Design competition hosted by Philippines International Furniture Show (PIFS) and the Chamber of Furniture Industries of the Philippines (CFIP). As a multi-talented artist, she strongly believes that an interior is not just a presentation of visual language, but also an embodiment of strong design that is eternal. A well-designed space should speak through the senses of the users by showing the stories of a stored memory of design. This portfolio is a collection of select professional, and academic work done.

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IDIS E NYO 201 9 Na tiona l Interior Design C om p etit i o n

TAL KS & workshops U P B S A rc h it ec t ure (201 7, 201 8) U P B S A rc h it ec t ure S t ud ent C ounc il (201 8, 201 9 ) U P B S Int erior Design (201 8, 201 9 ) U S T B S Int erior Design (201 8) L y c eum of t h e P h il ip p ines U niv e r s i t y C a v it e B S A rc h it ec t ure (201 8)

U P BSID BATCH P ROJECT UP BS INTERIOR DESIGN CLASS OF 2019 HILOM: Rebuilding Spaces, Rebuilding Lives

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residential.

01.

Situated in the heart of Kapitolyo, Pasig, this 2-bedroom condominium is the perfect home for a tech-savvy, young, and professional couple transitioning into married life. With the mix of earth tones, solid colors, and a hint of sheen, the bare place was transformed into a young, sophisticated, and tranquil haven they can call their own. The playful use of different lighting techniques, textures, and accents in solid colors such as the blacks and whites as their canvas balances the overall ambience of the place, thus, creates harmony. L RESIDENCE BRIXTON PLACE, KAPITOLYO, PASIG CONSTRUCTION PHASE (2022)

The client wanted to retain the tiles and granite counter top of the kitchen and T&B so we had to work around the given materials at hand. Situations like this tests our creativity as designers in coming up with plausible varied solutions for a single matter.

Adding accents of blacks, gold, and white in small details such as handlebars and accessories impacted the overlook of the whole space.

residential.

As young professionals in the Information Technology industry, the client wanted the second bedroom to be converted into a work area. Since the unit faces the atrium, natural lighting needs to be considered. We opted to use a glass door in the second bedroom for the natural light to pass through into the common areas. A portion of the second bedroom was also intended for the clients’ cats, thus, the wood slats for the cage.

The clients wanted the master bedroom to feel at ease after a day’s hard work and so we made sure to use subtle hints of earth tones and sage green for the ambiance to feel serene and tranquil. In front of the bed is another work area/ vanity for the lady while facing the beautiful view of the city’s night lights.

residential.

02.

We were tasked to design a renovation of a 2-storey residential located in Summerfields Residences, Pasig, Since the place is being inhabited, the homeowners opted for a per area renovation. This bedroom is specifically for the two young daughters ages 10 and 8 who love everything pink. We opted to make the whole space look playful and chic at the same time considering the nearing possibility of maturity the age group of these children will have.

RENOVATION (GIRLS’ BEDROOM )- GADDI RESIDENCE SUMMERFIELDS RESIDENCES, PASIG CITY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION (2021)

Varied shades of champagne and rose pink can be seen throughout the interiors with hints of wood, gold, and a striking wallpaper that accentuates the chicness of the space. Whereas accent pieces that remind of the childlikeness can also be seen to balance out the overall design intent.

residential.

RENOVATION (GIRLS’ BEDROOM )- GADDI RESIDENCE SUMMERFIELDS RESIDENCES, PASIG CITY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION (2021)

hangout/play area

modular bunk bed

window & acu provision

additional storage space

floor plan space allocation

wardrobe cabinet

built-in study desk

entryway

we des:gn lab

residential. accent wallpaper

general lighting

accent wood

succulents

wall sconce nordic ceramic vases

side table desk chair

task lighting

wire mesh for reminders

accent color wall mirror

storage boxes

faux fur area rug

white wall

material board

pouf/ ottoman

girls’ bedroom

metal side table with powdercoated white paint in eggshell/ satin finish

dried plants

white dsw eames chair 300x600mm beige/wood ceramic tiles

430mm dia. upholstered Ottoman with champagne pink fabric with gold trimmings

soft taupe faux fur area rug

artworks

solid wood in off white ducco paint in eggshell finish

window & acu provision

solid wood in off white ducco paint in eggshell finish

solid wood in natural/ light ash wood stain finish *see reference photo

floor plan material palette

entryway

residential.

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The One Residence located in New Manila, Quezon City is a 430-sqm residential home for a family of five. The client wanted a sense of belongingness and a hotel-like feel thus the use of warm tones balanced with solid accents. It was designed with oversized doors, windows, and hallways to mimic a sense of grandeur as seen in the scale of the actual construction phase photos. Highend materials and supplies were used to ensure quality of the clients’ forever home. The house comprises of 4 bedrooms, 4 toilet & baths with walk-in closets, 2 kitchens, 4 basement parking lots, a living area, a dining area, a study area, a loft/library, a basement entertainment room, a powder room, and a koi pond.

ONE RESIDENCE NEW MANILA, QUEZON CITY DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION WITH F ATELIER

The kitchen doors, windows, and cabinets are oversized to bring out a sense of grandeur despite being at home. We ensured that the user of the space can still ergonomically work under these design applications.

residential.

The overall interiors of the residential project inhibits the comfort and relaxation you may receive from its homey yet hotel-like feel. Wood on wood complemented most of the main areas and large-cut tiles from Kuysen gave the general flooring, and bathroom wall and floor tiles quite an impression.

residential.

ONE RESIDENCE NEW MANILA, QUEZON CITY CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS

residential.

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Situated in New Manila, Quezon City, this 3-storey residential project is a modern Japanese-inspired home. It includes 5 bedrooms, 1 office, 6 toilets, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen just to name a few. Inspired by a gradient color of the horizon, the ground floor was heavily textured with stone and the other main areas are represented by natural textures. The second floor is filled with wood finishes as if the overall look represents the idea of heaviness to lightness of materiality.

RENOVATION - CHUA RESIDENCE NEW MANILA, QUEZON CITY DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION WITH F ATELIER

residential.

05.

Constructed in the first quarter of 2020, this 2-storey residential project located in Malolos, Bulacan evokes a Scandinavian rustic home. We inhibited the use of open-layout design for the space to breathe as well as to maximize the use of the limited space. The clients, a family of 4, wanted to use wood timber for the ceiling design, and mainly white interiors with Scandinavian accents. Functionality was a priority in this project thus we opted to incorporate a lot of storage spaces. Such storage spaces are enclosed or hidden to avoid cluttering since the clients have 2 young children. MENDOZA RESIDENCE CITY OF MALOLOS, BULACAN DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

residential.

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From a typical 90s residential home, this project in Sta. Rosa, Laguna was transformed to a modern rustic haven for 2 families. The warm tones of the wooden flooring and furniture accentuate the blank and light walls. The overall ambiance is simple, giving emphasis and focus on the accent pieces in which in return makes each area an interesting painting you can define with the kind of pieces it showcases. RENOVATION - TALAVERA RESIDENCE STA. ROSA, LAGUNA DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

The family houses different kinds of old furniture made of acacia wood that they are willing to reuse and flip into modern furniture pieces. Some would be retained and restored while others would have breathed with new life.

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commercial.

07.

Tuk Tuk Egg is an up and coming premium Thai egg drop sandwich brand brought to you by Cha Tuk Chak. The design and branding was conceptualized by the studio last quarter of 2021 and its first physical street cafe is currently being constructed early this 2022. The intention of the design and branding is to give the customers a light and airy feel just like the feel you get from a sunday morning breakfast. The nude color scheme was derived from the different types of eggs which also could be considered as earth tones. Together with the greeneries, wood textures, and stone-like materiality of the cement, the overall ambiance gives off a sense of oneness with nature.

TUK TUK EGG GEN LUNA, BAGUIO CITY DESIGN & ON GOING CONSTRUCTION

commercial.

TUK TUK EGG BAGUIO CITY ON-GOING CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS

commercial.

08.

Rebranding Cha Tuk Chak was a lot of fun for the studio. Coming up with different upbeat designs and landing on a distinctive one that would actually define the brand itself was a fulfilling process for us. From the solid dark colors with wood accents to light shades of wood and yellow accents showcased the true identity of the Thai brand we were aiming for.

CHA TUK CHAK BIÑAN SAN ANTONIO, BIÑAN, LAGUNA DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

commercial.

09.

Situated along Alabang-Zapote street, this al fresco kiosk gives off a livelier take on the Thai milk tea brand. With an intent to make street cafes instead of the typical kiosk look, with the use of a realistic vertical wall garden, passers-by will definitely go around this milk tea cafe. The said vertical wall is the highlight of the minimal space and the installation of a neon signage with Cha Tuk Chak’s signature “brighten your move” movement accentuates the space. Below you can see the proposed design in comparison with the constructed one

CHA TUK CHAK ALABANG - ZAPOTE LAS PIÑAS CITY DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

With the minimal interior fit-out, we decided to make everything light and airy by means of using white veritcal subway tiles and an accent light wash of concrete wall at the back.

commercial.

10.

This branch was our first different take on mall kiosks. The studio wanted to create something striking yet welcoming for customers to enjoy their daily milktea drink. The overall look was festive with the use of delightful colors as well as the use of banchetto garland lights. The studio wanted to create a home-like feel that houses nothing but good energy and positivity, thus, the house-like framing.

CHA TUK CHAK STARMALL STARMALL ALABANG, LAS PIÑAS DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

commercial.

11.

For this street cafe branch, the studio insisted on creating a different take on exposing a blast of color. The materiality is still visible--the use of concrete, pine wood, accent solid colors, and even faux bricks with a hint of greeneries were able to pull off a sweet haven for the people from Taal where they can enjoy their taste of Thailand. Insta-worthy accent walls can be seen throughout the interiors of the cafe. The neon “brighten your mood” signage will always be a signature piece of the brand. We incorporated a new one, the “sawasdee” wall where people can enjoy their drink under an uplifting user-experience design.

CHA TUK CHAK CAGAYAN DE ORO TAAL ST., CAGAYAN DE ORO DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

commercial.

12.

This Thai milk tea brand located in Chinatown was the first branch our studio was given a privilege to rebrand. From the dark tones, with greens, and wood kiosks you can see around malls, the brand decided to rebrand as a “street cafe” as a response to the height of the pandemic back in 2020.

CHA TUK CHAK BINONDO MASANGKAY ST., BINONDO DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

The design intent was to redesign the look of the branding into more of a Thai street cafe you pass by when you visit the busy streets of Thailand. The studio also decided to be creative in terms of functionality and materiality by using sustainable building materials rather than commercialized to have a more authentic take on the brand. With the use of concrete, light wood, accent tiles for backsplash, and subtle hints of solid colors, the studio was able to find its identity.

commercial.

13.

To accommodate the rise of food deliveries during the pandemic, CTC decide to experiment with the idea of take out stalls. With simplicity and function in mind, the design is a play of pine wood strips and concrete finishes. The combination is complemented by local breeze blocks that break the solidity of the concrete finish.

CHA TUK CHAK ARNAIZ ARNAIZ AVE, PASAY DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

projects & designs

h o s p i t a l i t y.

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This boutique hotel situated in Tacloban, Leyte is a mixture of eclecticism and contemporary design. Various patterns and textures are seen throughout the interiors of the hotel. The client wanted the look of the al fresco dining beside the infinity pool to make a statement thus the iconic furniture pieces but at the same time cozy for guests to enjoy their stay.

HOTEL DE FIDES, AL FRESCO DINING TACLOBAN, LEYTE DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

h o s p i t a l i t y.

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This modern hotel was one of the projects I handled back in WTA Architecture + Design Studio. The overall design of the interiors creates a modern, tech-savvy, and industrial ambiance for the guests. With the fond use of metal, wood, black and orange accents, this hotel is perfect for the on-the-go business people staying at the beach. Accents through patterns in wall tiles, wallpapers, and rugs give each room a distinctive taste in the liking of each guest.

URBAN HOTEL ARGO, BORACAY DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION

projects & designs

office & retail.

office & retail design.

16.

Located in Shaw Blvd, this 380-sqm bare office floor was converted into an established furniture company’s main office and showroom. As a part of their rebranding, their brand’s color scheme and identity was well put into translation through the rhythm and tempo of the hues and rhythm of the spaces. Led by Arch, Melissa Tan, the existing furniture were put into life through the playfulness and creativity of the design details.

office & retail design.

SCT FURNISHINGS SHOWROOM & OFFICE SHAW BLVD, MANDALUYONG DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION SCT FURNISHINGS

office & retail design.

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Located in the heart of Ortigas are two furniture, bags, and accessories factories that make unique, creative, and handcrafted designs. The current factories have no showroom for direct clients to visualize and purchase the products and so we converted a space in the upper floor near the office as the factory’s showroom. It houses the brand’s handcrafted products such as handbags, pouches, and purses made of our local indigenous materials. With design 360 degrees as the topmost design consideration, Ms. Tan and I wanted to showcase that everywhere you look, there is no “bad” space. Thus, the use of curved edges and furniture.

SCT FURNISHINGS SHOWROOM & FACTORY SAN JUAN CITY, ORTIGAS DESIGN & 3D VISUALIZATION SCT FURNISHINGS

awa rd s & c o m p e t i t i o n s

IDISENSYO 2019

NATIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN COMPETITION GREAT MINDS, SMALL SPACES: COMPACT EDITIONS OF INSPIRED LIVING GRAND PRIZE WINNER & MOST MARKETABLE DESIGN AWARD PHILIPPINES INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE SHOW SMX MALL OF ASIA, PASAY CITY

awa rd s & c o m p e t i t i o n s

In this competition, each participating team collaborated with an established furniture company who is part of CFIP (Chamber of Furniture Industries Philippines). My team and I were able to work with one of the renowned local furniture makers, Triboa Bay Living.

t a l k s & wo r k s h o p s

THESE WORKSHOPS ARE SPEARHEADED BY THE FF UNIVERSITIES: UP BS INTERIOR DESIGN (2018, 2019)

ARCHITECTURAL 3D VISUALIZATION TALKS & WORKSHOPS 2017 - 2019

UP COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE UST INTERIOR DESIGN (2018) LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY - CAVITE COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE

t a l k s & wo r k s h o p s

THESE WORKSHOPS ARE SPEARHEADED BY THE FF UNIVERSITIES: UP BS INTERIOR DESIGN (2018, 2019) UP COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE UST INTERIOR DESIGN (2018) LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITY - CAVITE COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE

U P B S I D b at c h p ro j e c t

To learn more about the project, scan the QR code provided. I was given the opportunity to spearhead the construction committee for the transition areas, ground floor powder room, and bathroom of the institution which includes design, renovation, project, and construction management.

UP BS INTERIOR DESIGN CLASS OF 2019 HILOM: REBUILDING SPACES, REBUILDING LIVES. Every graduating batch of UP BSID has the privilege to uplift the lives of a chosen institution. Our batch has chosen ECPAT Home, a transitional home for children who were victims of sexual exploitation.

BEFORE

The project scope comprises designing spaces that cater to their physical, psychological, and emotional needs as they journey towards healing, as well as setting up fundraising events to provide for the construction costs of the project.

AFTER

2022 2018

THANK THANK YOU. YOU. please feel free to contact me thru my sms/viber/telegram number +639-0651-06837, or thru my email address prrllopez@gmail.com

Looking forward to working with you!