Riley Manetz
2023 Interior Design Portfolio
Hello! My name is Riley and I am a third year Interior Design student in The College of Architecture, Arts, and Design at Virginia Tech. I am passionate about art, design, and sustainability. My designs are based on creating spaces that promote health, well-being, and inclusivity. Our living, work and recreational spaces are best when conducive to being comfortable in our bodies, enjoying natural light and elements of nature, and allowing for flow of movement and interaction with others. Spaces with a low carbon footprint are essential in our changing world. I am eager to design these spaces that not only meet the needs of the user, but facilitate an enjoyable experience. When I am not in studio you can usually find me playing guitar, sketching, or going out for a run. I love to find inspiration in nature and I hope to create spaces that help others feel inspired.
This Coworking space is located in Roanoke, Virginia. The inspiration for the space comes from the idea of
The design aims to create a workspace that cultivates interaction and elevates user experience.
The Site for this project is located in in a pre exisiting warehouse.
Site Railroad River Highway
Lobby
Restrooms
Startup Off ices
Phone Booths
Yoga Studio
Lockers and Showers
Restrooms
Check in/Phone Booths
Hot Desks
Lounge and Kitchen
Large Conference
Printing
4 Person Conference
Single Off ices
Furniture Arrangements
NTS Cross Section
Flex Desk Standing
Flex Desk Sitting
Research shows that practicing yoga and meditation , and
Due to these findings, I made it a priority to allocate space for yoga or meditation. This room serves as a space where patrons can step away from their computer in order to promote well-being as well as a more productive work flow.
Yoga Studio Axonometric
Yoga Studio Perspective
This soup kitchen is based in Baltimore, MD, specifically in the neighborhood of Oldtown/Middle East. This area has the and is considered a food desert.
My design is based on the word The curvatures reflect the city’s connection to the bay as well as the connection to the community. This organically shaped earth toned interior contrasts with the bustling city life and
Parti Ebb and Flow
First Floor Plan NTS
Second Floor Plan NTS
Cross Section NTS
Reclaimed
Wood
Bicycle Glass Pendant
Stonclad Industrail Flooring
Custom Baltimore Bookshelf
Mezzanine Perspective
“path of life” is an organization in helps newly expelled migrants apply to seek asylum in the US with the help of immigration lawyers.
Many migrants flee to escape gang violence, climate degradation, and to seek economic opportunity in the United States.
that expression
The phrase it’s representative of the The thread is symbolic of the migrant’s journey and pays homage to The design of the space is an expression of continuity and fluidity, and it seeks to meet the need for
Suyapa is the single mother of a 6-year-old girl and a 2-year-old boy. They fled from their hometown, the second largest city in the country and the most violent city in the world.
Alternate Orientations
Moveable Screens
The origin of Mayan weaving comes from the story of Ixchel, Goddess of the Moon, Ixchel grants the power of birth, life, and creativity. The backstrap loom is portable and symbolic of the human body. The bottom beam is attached to the navel of the weaver’s waist. Mayan textiles are created traditionally by women, and the connection of the loom at the navel represents birth and creation
Bedroom
Reclaimed Wood Carrizo Cane Local Clay Rattan Trama Textiles Handwoven Rug
Kid’s Area
A majority of the refugees in Reynosa consist of women and children, which is why a childrens area was a necessary part of this design.
