Sarah Napoli | Interior Design Portfolio

SARAH NAPOLI

Ikigai (生き甲斐)

a Japanese concept referring to something that gives a person a sense of purpose, a reason for living in relation to talents and passions.

experience. awards.

Creative Silver Hospitality - Regional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition Bronze Original Product DesignRegional ASID South Central Chapter Student Competition

Academic

President’s List- 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023

Dean’s List - 2020

technical skills.

Studio West Inc., Lubbock, TX Junior Designer, Feb 2021 – July 2021

◆ Transferred hand drafted floor plans into CAD

◆ Produced renderings for clients using Revit

◆ Dimensioned project sites

◆ Coordinated product purchases

◆ Accompanied site visits

◆ Developed relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors

◆ Determined material finishes for projects

◆ Maintained paid vendor files, deposits, paperwork, etc.

Sullivan’s Design, Starkville, MS Design Intern, May 2022 – August 2022

◆ Created floorplans drafted in CET

◆ Developed renderings and client presentations

◆ Managed furniture installations at project sites

◆ Coordinated purchase orders with manufacturers

◆ Developed relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors

SummerHouse, Ridgeland, MS Design Intern, May 2019 – July 2019

◆ Organized the material library

◆ Attended client meetings

◆ Designed showroom layouts

WONDERSPACES, Austin, TX Guide, July 2021 – December 2021

◆ Aid in the installation of new art exhibits

◆ Assist in nightly maintenance of each exhibit

◆ Troubleshoot virtual reality headsets

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adaptive reuse. creative.

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HOSPITALITY The Tenenbaum

HOSPITALITY Tenenbaum

the project.

Team Project | 3 Designers

Software Used | Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator

the hotel.

Boutique Hotel located in the Gulch District of Nashville, TN. Amenities include apartments, restaurant + bar, coffee shop, spa, theatre, and rooftop bar.

the space.

Nashville, Tennessee

18 floors

Level 1 | Lobby, Restaurant + Bar, Coffee Shop, Spa

Level 2 | Mezzanine, Balcony, Theatre

Level 3 - 10 | Guest Rooms

Level 11-17 | Apartments

Level 18 | Rooftop Bar

the concept.

The Tenenbaum Hotel is a destination of its own including multiple amenities that individually tell the unique stories within Wes Anderson’s collection of films. Mise en abyme is the double mirroring effect created by placing a story within a story. This phenomenon is captured throughout his filmography and drives the design to contain depth and layers. His iconic style, movie stills, and color palettes are the driving force behind the design.

Wes Anderson’s cinematography utilizes three specific design principles: balance, emphasis, and space

vide walkthrough

guest rooms

Rooftop Bar & Sushi

level two - mezzanine.

Still from Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel

inspired by

The lobby’s architectural elements are influenced by Wes Anderson’s use of mise en abyme, creating a visual story within a story told through the layering of arches.

Mr. Fox uses chute three to sneak into Farmer Bean's dark cellar with dim lights that illuminate thousands of bottles of the beloved golden cider. The warm, amber tones are pulled from the cider cellar's atmosphere using a reflective ceiling to carry this ambiance further.

inspired by

Still from Wes Anderson’s Fantastic Mr. Fox

inspired by

Still from Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel

"The Crossed Key Society", which honors the kinship between characters in The Grand Budapest Hotel inspires the branding. These relationships are often saved (literally) and brought closer through the delicate disguise that Mendl's Bakery provides them through their misadventures. The design is inspired by the romanticism of previous eras along with the dainty cover that the bakery eludes.

Royal Theatre within The Tenenbaum hotel is named as a play on Wes Anderson's The Royal Tenenbaums. The theatre is designed to pay respects to Anderson's filmography and unique use of color.

Still from Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel

inspired by

custom carpet.

Inspired by the layering of mise en abyme; a story within a story

custom wallcovering.

Inspired by modern chinoiserie and Wes Anderson's eclectic style

guest rooms

Still from Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel

inspired by

guest rooms

The guest rooms are reminiscent of the lobby's monumental design, while tying in a layer more personal to Wes Anderson's The Grand Budapest Hotel. "Boy with Apple" is a priceless painting at the center of the film's misadventures. It serves to symbolize the main character himself; the boy represents his yearning to remain youthful, and the apple represents his desires and artistic refinement. Opulent shades of red and green are extracted from this painting to subtly contrast the pink.

level one prototype.

level two prototype.

custom wallcovering.

Inspired by the emphasis of nature within Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom

custom wallcovering.

Inverse of original wallcovering design

The Lofts within The Tenenbaum are inspired by the importance of adventure that Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom displays. Nature is a common theme throughout this film, as that is the characters' escape. The Lofts pull these natural tones and textures inspired by their adventure into the wilderness. Keeping the natural tones allows for tenants to add their own personality to the space.

inspired by

Still from Wes Anderson’s Moonrise Kingdom

level eighteen.

outdoor axonometric.

The outdoor portion of the rooftop contains two stories supported by columns. These columns double as a means of division separating each lounge area with retractable curtains for privacy. These areas are also rentable for private parties.

barstool fabric.

tile flooring.

Rooftop Bar & Sushi

inspired by

Still from Wes Anderson’s Isle of Dogs

Rooftop Bar & Sushi

Japanese influence is pulled from Wes Anderson's Isle of Dogs. In the film, a small pug named Oracle has gained the trust of her fellow pups through her ability to see the future—an ability that, unbeknownst to the other dogs, stems entirely from the fact she knows how to watch television. A mural of all characters within the film is painted on an inset semi circle behind the bar. A reflective ceiling gives the illusion of a full circle.

Rooftop Bar & Sushi

The indoor portion of the rooftop provides a bar and a separate sushi bar with ample amounts of seating for each experience. The enclosed portion keeps guests protected from any unlikely weather without sacrificing the views and experience of being on a rooftop. This is achieved through surrounding windows and glass domes. Biophillic design is incorporated through natural textures, materials, plants, and lighting to blur the line between nature and the built environment.

Still from Wes Anderson’s Isle of Dogs

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WORKPLACE Next

WORKPLACE Hub

NEXT smart home devices

the project.

Individual Project

Software Used | Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator

the company.

NEXT, is a leading global consumer robot company that has decided to invest in a new Research and Development Hub in the heart of the thriving Seaport District of Boston, Massachusetts.

the space.

Boston, Massachusetts

1 Level | 12,000 sqft

the concept.

In the heart of a city so revered for its history, The Boston Seaport District is a beacon of all things new and unexpected. The scenic waterfronts of Boston are lined with the timeless steel chains that represent the strong connection to its culture. The chain is an assembly of connected links that are flexible and curved in compression, but linear, rigid, and load bearing in tension. NEXT’s research and development hub is inspired by the metaphorical and physical properties of the nautical chain; fostering strong connection.

the branding.

The “E” in NEXT is represented with the interface element called a hamburger icon. It typically indicates that an option menu can be accessed when activated.

vide walkthrough

NEXT

smart home devices

wellness.

Consider both physical and mental needs of employees. Shape an environment that supports positive emotions.

SOLUTION: Provide areas for relaxation to give employees a place to rejuvenate. Ultimately creating more productive workers. versatility. No one workspace can support the variety of work that is done throughout the day.

SOLUTION: Give employees control over where and how they work. Individual spaces with range of privacy and more open team spaces with flexible boundaries connection.

Consider both physical and mental needs of employees. Shape an environment that supports positive emotions.

SOLUTION: Allocate huddle spaces for informal conversations and include office neighborhoods. belonging.

Provide a sense of community, trust, and shared purpose.

SOLUTION: Take the shared personal space approach. This allows for more collaboration and higher performance social spaces

inclusivity.

Consider unique needs by acknowledging human difference as in culture, range of abilities, race, gender and age, and many others.

SOLUTION: Design to empower and accommodate. Implement a dedicated space for inclusive design engagement and research. technology.

Provide various opportunities for virtual distributed collaboration as well as technology that can adapt with advances.

SOLUTION: Include enclosed hybrid collaboration rooms with acoustics and technology tools.

rendered floorplan.

wayfinding.

The intent is to physically and conceptually connect the different departments together; serving as a means of wayfinding to direct traffic efficiently.

flooring. Carbon Neutral Noise Reduction

Biophillic Design Recycled Content

LVT Scorpio Silverlight Interface

Carpet Tile Common Theme Slate Interface

Carpet Tile Haptic Black & White Interface

Carpet Tile Whole Earth Onyx Interface

color coded plan.

nomadic zone.

A welcoming destination for mobile workers to connect with others or find an appropriate space for focus.

resident zone.

Assigned spaces for workers to complete everyday tasks. A space to support both individual focused and collaborative work.

resource zone.

A convenient central location that offers work tools and shared materials, as well as an option for personalized assistance and facilitated services.

meeting zone.

A variety of settings to support different forms of collaboration.

social zone.

A comfortable area to socialize, rejuvenate, informally collaborate, focus and seek nourishment.

reflected ceiling plan.

ceiling heights.

DROP TO 10' - 6" AFF

DROP TO 9' - 0"

lighting legend.

Nebulite Pendant

Arktura Vapor Trail

Acousto Square

Mine Pendant

Kirei Simple Baffle

11' 11" AFF

AFF

Arktura, Vapor Ceiling Panels

break room.

The work café utilizes multiple different types of seating for all work modes. It is laid out to cater to the many uses of this space including team meetings.

reception.

NEXT’s personal branding is carried throughout the space with the incorporation of exposed ductwork painted purple. The metal mesh curtain is reminiscent of the chains that line the local waterfront.

worksurface material

conference room. Acoustic moss panels are implemented above the custom light fixture.

open office.

Employees obtain control over their work experience with multi-functional spaces. Work surfaces are height adjustable to adapt to all modes of work. Acoustic baffles are placed strategically above condensed work areas to reduce the spread of sound.

work surface material.

Wilsonart, Bone Birch Laminate

open office collaboration.

lounge,

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ASSISTED Karst

ASSISTED LIVING

the project.

Group Project | 3 Designers

Software Used | Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator

the space.

Austin, TX

1 Level | 12,000 sqft

Outdoor Patio | 2,500 sqft

the concept.

The personalized engraving used to create intaglios reflects the humancentered care approach taken at the facility. Karst is a type of landscape seen in Austin, TX where the dissolving of bedrock has created caves, springs, and other characteristic features, in other words, the natural carving of stone. The natural properties and historic significance of intaglios are implemented into the daily experience of the inhabitants using patient care and material selection.

the branding.

The font selection is chosen to represent the organic forms found in karst landscape.

WORK ROOM

RESIDENT ROOMS

ROOMS

ROOMS

ROOMS

RESIDENT ROOMS RESIDENT ROOMS

RESIDENT ROOMS

RESIDENT ROOMS

RESIDENT PATIO

RESIDENT ROOMS

RESIDENT ROOMS

GARDENING

KITCHEN

DINING

atrium material.

Luxury design stone cladding with textured cantilever vaults engraved within

resident kitchen.

The inclusion of a fireplace, bookshelves, and conversational seating allows residents to be involved in their small community.

resident rooms.

ADA restrooms, closet space, and furniture selections that are not fixed allows residents to customize their rooms. Architectural features are repeated from the outdoor garden to create a sense of familiarity.

reception.

Multipurpose space with public library and conversational seating. Biophillia is incorporated by way of material selections that mimic stone and clay. Atriums, and skylights behind the inset wooden slats introduce the wayfinding throughout the building.

lounge. Serves as a ground space for all. Partition walls are used to break up the space and provide acoustical privacy to the internet cafe.

outdoor patio.

Designed to provide three types of experiences: public entertainment, gardening, and conversational areas. The gardening arches not only allows residents the opportunity to harvest fresh produce, but also enhances physical activity. Each division promotes collaboration between guests and residents.

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ADAPTIVE Omnific

ADAPTIVE REUSE

Individual project

Software Used | CAD, Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator

the building.

140 North Sharp Avenue

Cleveland, MS (Downtown Historical District)

Stories: 2.5

Building Style: Neoclassical

Roof: Flat

the history & significance.

Due to a number of fires in the early 1900s whatever original building might have been there was replaced. Around 1909, C.R. Smith, a local businessman, banker and insurance agent, built the building now located at 140 North Sharpe Avenue. This building once housed one of the largest department stores in Mississippi, and C.R. Smith bragged that is was the only “3 Story” building in the Delta despite only having two functioning storys. The building has survived with integrity to this day and is a contributing element in the Downtown Cleveland Historic District.

the concept.

Considering Cleveland's status as a hub for artists in the delta, and its proximity to Delta State, these apartments draw in artists from all walks of life who need space to live and work. The original materials will be preserved and exposed to keep the building's history intact, while providing a raw canvas for the artists to bring their work to life. The development will be called Omnific, as it is defined as “all-creating.”

overall visual aspects. visual character:

• Commercial building in downtown historic Cleveland, surrounded by other buildings. Brick masonry building with symmetrical plan and parapeted walls.

• 2.5 stories with a flat roof.

Letters “C. R. Smith” located centrally near the cornice recessed to the first story.

• A corbeled band of brick divides the cornice from the eight window openings.

• Windows have voussoirs with keystones and masonry sills that run the length of the window strings.

• Windows are currently shuttered but historically were double hung. Wide masonry entablature divides the second and first story with ornamental masonry brackets at each end.

New awning and signage added to the façade of the structure on bottom retail portion of building.

• Front stone masonry showing signs of aging becoming grayed from

• On the side and back remain a bright orange.

Decorative features such brackets, masonry entablature, band brick in great condition of aging.

• Voussoirs with keystones all intact with minimal New awning and signs distract from the more structure.

Most wear visible in back

• Exposed metal work and rust and water staining and back of building.

character: close range.

and bricks appear to be aging as the pale beige is from dirt. of the building the bricks orange. such as the ornamental entablature, and corbeled condition with minimal signs

keystones and masonry sills also minimal wear.

signs added to building more historical elements of the back of building. and wires, graffiti-ed brick, staining present across the sides

visual character: interior.

• The central hallway is the character-defining interior space.

This wide corridor and the small secondary corridors are unique to the building.

• The large room that widens off the main hall appears to be an original space.

• While no longer visible from the outside, the windows that face the main street have leaded glass transoms over the double-hung windows and painted signs.

• There is an interior wall of privacy glass, some with office names still visible.

• There is an alcove that was initially part of a dentist’s office.

The character-defining materials in this building are dark stained wood wainscotting, plaster walls, wooden trim around doors and windows, wooden floors throughout, and glass office fronts.

general notes

1. DOORS LABELED WILL BE VISIBLE, BUT NOT OPERABLE

2. DOORS NOT LABELED WILL BE OPERABLE

general notes.

1. ADDITION OF ELEVATOR ON BASE FLOOR LEADS TO THE UPSTAIRS LANDING

2. COVERED WALKWAY IS ADDED FROM THE UPSTAIRS LANDING

3. 12' CEILINGS IN CORRIDOR

4. ALL PROPOSED WORK WILL FOLLOW THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR'S STANDARDS FOR REHABILITATION & ILLUSTRATED GUIDELINES FOR REHABILITATING HISTORIC BUILDINGS IF APPLICABLE AND APPROPRIATE.

proposed work: central corridor

walls: Restore and patch plaster, paint the interior walls, eradicate or replace areas too far damaged by mold, water damage, mildew, etc. to follow the National Park Service Preservation Brief #21: Repairing Historic Flat Plaster-Walls and Ceilings as a guide.

floors: Buff the floor's surface and add a wood sealant to maintain the variety that exist within patchwork of widths and directions.

doors & trim: Refinish the wainscoting and chair rail throughout. The trim around the doors and transoms should be restored to match the wainscoting, chair rail, and shoe molding.

celiume acoustic ceiling tile. Waterproof, Class A rated for fire safety, Greenguard Gold Certified for Indoor Air Quality, dust-free, mildew free, mold free, and recyclable.

nicole dikon. spring blooms

One of several local Cleveland artists whose work is exhibited throughout the public areas.

proposed work: lobby

walls: Reveal and restore the original brick, repair remaining plaster, eradicate or replace areas too far damaged by mold, water damage, mildew, etc. to follow the National Park Service Preservation Brief #21: Repairing Historic Flat Plaster-Walls and Ceilings as a guide.

windows: Uncover and restore to follow the guidelines set forth in National Park Service Preservation Brief #9: The Repair of Historic Wooden Windows.

trim: Preserve the transoms, especially those with the diamond patterns and glazing to follow the National Park Service Preservation Brief #9: The Repair of Historic Wooden Windows and Preservation Brief #12: The Preservation of Historic Pigmented Structural Glass. The door trim and transoms throughout the entire building should be restored and stained to match the hallway trim.

CREATIVE Rendering

Design

hand rendering.

waboose

the prompt.

Design a piece of furniture using maximalist principles the concept.

Waboose is a name derived from the Ojibwe language meaning "rabbit“. Rabbits are commonly associated with speed and endurance. These principles are applied to Waboose with the portrayal of this movement through the form of a rabbit's stride. Maximalist principles are presented through the unique design, large footprint, and material selection.

materials.

Side Structure Laminate: Formica 271 Blackstone

Seat Fabric: Shumacher Bixi Velvet, Sapphire dimensions.

27.5"H x 50"D x 31"W

16.5"SH x 22"SW x 16.25"SD

the project.

Individual Project

Software Used | AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, Rhino

STANDARD NYLON GLIDE METAL SUPPORT RODS

looking stone lantern

the prompt.

Construct a lamp from recycled materials and wiring the concept.

Rumor has it that one can see the Kingdom of Fae when squinting one eye and peering through hole of a hag stone. These holes are created naturally through erosion, which gives them their place in folklore as a “looking stone” into other realms. The lantern projects organic silhouettes onto nearby surfaces to blur the lines between the Kingdom of Fae and reality. The stones are placed to emphasize the negative space within. A flat, square base allowed for each stone’s texture and shape to be glorified.

materials & process.

My father and I have hunted and collected hag stones all across Mississippi for years. An old glass terrarium is used for each stone to be strategically placed and adhered. The base is constructed using scrap wood and trim.

• Lamping used: LED B10 - 240 lumens, 4 watts, 2700 K, 90 CRI, 120 Volt

• Wiring obtained from old fixture

the project.

Individual Project

Software Used | AutoCAD

bo(vi)ne stool

the prompt.

Construct a chair from 100% recycled materials that is durable and functional for use

the concept.

Bovine is a term used to describe characteristics of cows. The 'vi' doubles as the roman numeral 6 which represents the amount of bones used to construct the stool. Extend life cycle of materials

• Design around the organic shape of bones

• Utilize materials that enhance the durability of bone

materials & process.

Decades old, naturally stripped cow bones are obtained, bleached, sun dried, and finished with a sealant. The leg bones are sawed flat for stability at the base. Scrap wood is drilled into the top of the bone to form a seat which is then filled with pillow fluff and is upholstered with leftover fabric. Jaw bones are drilled into either side of the wooden base for support.

the project.

Group Project | 2 Designers

Software Used | Revit