PORTFOLIO Serafima
Kovalevskaya serafimakovalevskaya@gmail.com
847 903 1304
CONTENTS
landscape architecture interior architecture interior design handmade objects
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The LightPath landscape architecture thesis project 2013 city entry proposal
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PROCESS SKETCHES Welcome to the LightPath Emerging from the Milwaukee Amtrak Train Station, visitors find themselves in a place entirely disconnected from the city it serves. The highway structure and industrial buildings act as a visual barricade, leaving pedestrians uninvited and lost as they enter the city. Here, in this place of persistent, infinite motion, and transition, the city needs a new first impression, a path of light, art and music through this currently marginalized space. Mimicking the geometry of the highway lanes and the movement of the cars, dynamic lines of the visitor pavilion pulls pedestrians onto a new path. Walking down this path, a bank of seating invites you to pause... to embrace someone you’ve missed, to breath the Milwaukee air, to welcome the arriving city and its culture.
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The path splits into three, each featuring a new interactive experience. The first an expression of motion, the second a reflection of light and the third a tunnel which echoes the highway moving and crossing above, continuously. Continuing forward, the paths re-converge into a single walkway that leads on to a pedestrian bridge, bringing the visitor to the apex of the LightPath experience... Here, elevated above the highway, transcending the weight of concrete and metal, the pedestrian is illuminated by light, by transition and finally by the cityscape.
The bridge then branches off to meet the panoramic theater which overlooks a garden of descending terraces, and encircles the amphitheater below. This expression of urban planning, of gathering and light is designed to continue to the shore of Lake Michigan, winding and sculpting its way through the spine of the city. The public sculpture, pathways and green space breathes life into the space which has never been given priority or even a second thought. Here, on the LightPath we gather, walk, bike, play, and behold the power of motion and illumination while watching the city transform.
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CONNECTION FROM ENTRY INTO THE CITY AND THE LAKE
established link missing link
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commercial
institutional
residential
parking
entry into the city
neighboring program
current green space
area open to sunlight
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empty concrete lot
building
bridge
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highway ramp
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highway columns
grass area
parking
light tunnel
area underneath the highway
ST.PAUL AVE.
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TRAVELERS
REFLECTING POOL
THINKERS
CITY WATCHERS
SEATING
LOVERS
KID PLAYERS
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BUILDING
READERS
PEOPLE WATCHERS
SCULPTURE INSTALLATION
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DIVIDER WALLS
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DOG WALKERS
MOTHERS
GREEN SPACE
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
BIKE RACK
PATH
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PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
BIKE RACK SEATING
DIVIDER HALF WALLS
SCULPTURE INSTALLATION GREEN SPACE REFLECTING POOL BUILDING
PATH
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The model and banders were the final presentation of the project which took part in the Senior Exhibition.
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Rib tunnel
Theater stair seating
Bridge
Sailboats seating
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Reflecting light diagram
Abstract concept
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Kohler Design Center
interior architecture
program replanning and redesign
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vignettes gathering area
furn gathering area
ann sack vignettes
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Idea Sketches
niture
offices
ks tile
conference area
PRODUCED B
ezzanine Level Floor Plan
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art sinks
cafe
ramp up to water deck
bathroom sinks
information kiosk
toilets kitchen sinks/faucets
reception
destination Kohler
patio
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gathering area
water deck tubs
water deck showers
Main Level Floor Plan
UCED BY AN AUTODESK Study Models EDUCATIONAL PRO
bathtubs
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Kohler history theater
gallery service
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Kohler history
power product
gathering
bathrooms
ODUCT Renderings
product testing
Lower Level Floor Plan 29
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Color and Finishes
PRODUCT DISPLAY # 101
CONFERENCE AREA/ OFFICES # 200 LOBBY # 100
NORTH
NORTH
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Kohler Reception Area
interior architecture
internship project 2012
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KOHLER DESIGN CENTER RECEPTION AREA
CURRENT RECEPTION DESK
SITE ANALYSIS: Hanging display and structural columns obstruct view of incoming guests Lack of efficient storage Desk does not accommodate ADA accessible registration Kohler and affiliated companies names not displayed effectively Brochure display not integrated into the geometry of the desk
DESIGN CONCEPT:
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DESIGN PROPOSAL BY SERAFIMA KOVALEVSKAYA
PROGRAM AREAS 8
1. TOUR REGISTRATION 2. COMPUTER/ PRODUCT CATALOGS 3. STORAGE 7
4. WORKING DESK 5. GUEST GREETINGS 6. BROCHURES
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7. GLOBAL POWER 5
ENTRY
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8. COFFEE STATION 9. SEATING (NO SEATING IN EXISTING PLAN)
CURRENT FLOOR PLAN
ENTRY
GLOBAL POWER
GLOBAL POWER AND SINKS
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PROPOSED CONCEPT DESIGN
KOHLER DESIGN CENTER RECEPTION AREA DISGUISED STORAGE These walls establish the backdrop for the reception desk but also create a boundary between the public/service and the private/ storage area. Behind the wall is extra storage for the supplies that are needed for the everyday functions of this working hub.
VISIBLE COMPANY NAME This wall surface is dedicated to the affiliated companies names, which would be at eye level and visible above the coffee station.
CIRCULAR GEOMETRY The geometry of the reception desk mimics the circular motion of a whirlpool. It allows for an inviting shape and does not obstruct the view of seeing guests coming in from both entrances. The overhanging element also leads the eye to this area, identifying it as the main destination upon entry.
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WALL HEIGHT The walls of the current main entrance are extended up to the ceiling to unify the geometry of the space and to accentuate the height.
DESIGN PROPOSAL BY SERAFIMA KOVALEVSKAYA
PROGRAM AREAS 1. TOUR REGISTRATION 2. COMPUTER/ PRODUCT CATALOGS
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3. STORAGE
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4. WORKING DESK 5. GUEST GREETINGS
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6. BROCHURES
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7. GLOBAL POWER 8. COFFEE STATION
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ENTRY
9. SEATING
VISUAL DISPLAY OF MOTORS
PROPOSED DESIGN FLOOR PLAN 37
Seating area for guests 38
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Braise Market interior architecture group project: Serafima Kovalevskaya, Erich Moderow, Andrea Chasin
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Concept:
Atrium Access to Natural Light
Braise Market: This design concept is based off of the idea of bringing the “Modern Farm� in into the urban environment by taking the traditional farm materials, such as corrugated metal, heavy wooden timbers and burlap, and applying them on the the shapes that reflect the dynamic flow of the city . These dynamic shapes aid to funnel visitors to the market in and around the veggie stadium, arriving at points of importance, like the Farmers Atlas map and a view of the two story atrium.
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The atrium at the southern end of the market, accompanied by a large southern window wall, brings natural light into the market at any time of season, highlighting the prepared food counters, displays and circulation areas.
Parti: Green Spiral Ribbon
Heavy timbers and lights adorn the perimeter of the atrium, guiding the eye up. The bright green, graphic staircase invites visitors from the market up to the second floor, leading out to the rooftop garden, adding to Braise’s mission for bringing local food awareness to the community. This helps to create a greater connection between Braise Restaurant, the culinary school, Braise Market, Braise’s very own rooftop garden in the Fifth Ward and the Milwaukee community. 43
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Exterior V
View from the Sidewalk
Exterior View from the Down the Street
North Elevation 46
South Elevation 47
View of South Elevation and the Roof Garden 48
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Second Floor Plan
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Section
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First Floor Plan
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Interior Precedents
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Interior View from Entrance 54
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Plymouth Foam Office interior architecture office redesign
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Utility Room
Administration 8 offices
Breakout Room 1
Breakout Room 2 Lounge
Women’s Bathroom
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Men’s Bathroom
Breakout Room 1 Breakout Room 2
Breakout Office Room 3 Supply Closet
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Reception
Main Level Floor Plan
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Server Room/ IT Office
Office 1
Design Studio Office 7
Office 2 Inside Sales/ IT/ FInancial
Design Office 1
Design Office 2
Office 6
Office 3
Office 5
Breakout Room
Photo Area Bathroom
Office 4
Supply Closet
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Upper Level Floor Plan
Lower Level Floor Plan
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RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECT
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Permanent Folds: Scarf
handmade object material: burlap
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Shelf/Room Divider
handmade object material: plywood
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King’s Chair
handmade object
material: metal welder frame recycled fabric samples cover
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RESUME
serafimakovalevskaya@gmail.com
847 903 1304 interior architecture interior design furniture design textile design visual artistry concept ideation presentation model building
EDUCATION
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design 2009-2013 Bachelor of Fine Arts :Degree Interior Architecture and Design :Major Graphic Design :Minor
SERAFIMA
KOVALEVSKAYA
SKILLS OTHER WORK EXPERINCE
AutoCad 3D Max Design SketchUp Hand rendering Model building Photoshop Illustrator InDesign
2005-2009 The Fine Art Studio of Rotblett-Amrany Sculpture’s assistant Mold making assistant 2009- present Starbucks Coffee Company Barista Art work sold: Scarf 2009 Chair 2013
INTERNSHIPS RECOGNITION
Zimmerman Architectural Studios Yearly Presidential Scholarship Interior Design Intern First Place in the Department Design Competition Kohler Design Center Concept project designer 75