Interior Design Portfolio by Signe Grace Johnson

signe grace johnson INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO

CONTENTS

M E M O R I A L L I B R A R Y / / PG. 3 - 14

A library redesign on University of W i s o n c i n s - M a d i s o n c a m p u s . Fo c u s e d on revitalizing a forgotten gem and creating a home for everyone.

H U R R I C A N E S H E L T E R / / PG. 15 - 26

An Arch Out Loud Competition design. A home of the future designed within a hurricane shell. Emphasis on promoting i n n e r b a l a n c e a n d w e l l b e i n g . Pa r t o f a independent study course

N E X T O F F I C E / / PG. 27 - 32

A Steelcase competition design. Designing in a post-pandemic world. Fo c u s e d o n f o s t e r i n g c o m m u n i t y, collaboration, and inclusivity in the digital world.

H O M E O F F I C E / / PG. 33 - 36

A home office redesign during the p a n d e m i c f o r a s t a y at h o m e m o t h e r. Designed to meet numerous needs and serve as a multi-purpose space.

T H E H O R S E B A R N / / PG. 37 - 42

A renovation of the University of W i s c o n s i n - M a d i s o n ’s h i s t o r i c h o r s e barn into an innovation hub and apartment living.

H A N D R E N D E R I N G / / PG. 43 - 44

Hand rendering with prismacolors, colored pencils, and microns.

MEMORIAL LIBRARY SUMMER 2021

Located at the intersection of campus, community, and student living, Memorial Library is an overlooked and forgotten gem of the UW campus with the potential to become everyones favorite place to study. REVIT || ENSCAPE || INDESIGN

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LOGO AND BRANDING

LOGO AND BRANDING DESIGN

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RECESSED NOOK

The recessed nook seating provides a comfortable, secure place to study and socialize. Dark finishes, warm lighting, and details including the built in shelving and the board and batten create an inviting, home-like feel.

R E C E S S E D N O O K E L E VAT I O N

E L E VAT I O N

ORIGINAL CONCEPT SKETCH

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C A F E B O OT H S E AT I N G

Intended to create a feeling of seclusion, security, and focus either for studying, eating, or chatting. Inspired by the current Memorial Library study cages in the upper floors of the building. C A F E B O OT H S E AT I N G

C U S TO M F LO AT I N G BOOTHS

REPURPOSED CARD C ATA LO G C A B I N E T

E L E VAT I O N A N D D E TA I L S

CUSTOM PA R T I T I O N S

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COMMUNITY COMMONS

Previously only accessible to students, faculty, and researchers, this design revitalizes the south entrance of the building into a community commons area to serve the greater Madison area and its residents. The space includes a lobby and information desk, technology learning center, a library commons room, gender neutral restroom, and a children’s learning center.

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FURNITURE PLAN

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H U R R I C A N E S H E LT E R FA L L 2 0 2 0

This design encompasses the idea of the home as an organism. Every organism has a mind, body, and soul that ideally work together to create harmony and peace. The design utilizes these three elements as zones to promote internal balance. Every element of this home was designed to evalate desirable feelings and imaginative thoughts. When a hurricane hits, the family will thrive due to engaging features, safety measures, and the bond they share with each other. When a hurricane is not looming, the house will remain highly desirable and functional. Overall, the goal is to eliminate the fear and anxiety associated with storms.

R E V I T | | E N S C A P E | | I L LU S T R ATO R

Designed in collaboration with Olivia Mockert for the Arch Out Loud “Designing within a Hurricane Shell” compet ition. Honorable mention in UW-Madison’s Design 2021 Annual Juried Student Exhibition.

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DESIGN CHALLENGE

To design a hurricane resilient home of the future with a human centered approach while exploring the opportunities provided by a vertical home.

Eliminate the fear and anxiety associated with natural forces by creating a space that promotes internal balance and regeneration during even the most challenging of times?

DESIGN DRIVERS

HOW MIGHT WE

KEY RESEARCH INSIGHTS

• Hurricanes contribute to physical, emotional, and mental damage. • Designing with ciricles can promote a sense of security, community, and protection. • Sense of community and support minimizes trauma.

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C A F E B O OT H S E AT I N G

E L E VAT I O N A N D D E TA I L S

ZONING

MIND The mind zones focus on meditaion, reading, writing, art, and daily routines. These spaces promote creativity while inspiring calm and clear thoughts. reading nooks sensory spaces meditation space art installations

BODY The body zones focus on exercise, movement, a healthy diet, and hygiene. Encourages an active lifestyle and positive self-care habits. kitchen exercise spaces climbing wall bathrooms pool

SOUL The soul zones focus on nature, socializing, alone time, and stunning views. Promotes quality alone time, social time, and beneficial interactions with nature. common spaces outdoor balconies site location

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level one || dining room

level one || kitchen

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level two || kids room

level two || play room

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CUSTOM LOFTED BEDS

SECOND FLOOR CHILDREN’S ROOM

The second floor functions as the kids zone with a shared bedroom with lofted beds to provide storage and privacy as well as a climbing wall shelving structur. The play room offers a custom light wall that stores extra stools as well as an out door balcony.

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FURNITURE PLAN

CONCEPT SKETCH

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level three || primary bedroom

level one || rec room

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CUSTOM WINDOWS

FIRST FLOOR DINING ROOM

These custom windows were designed to continue the circular design existing within the house. They function as serving counters and reading nooks. The window on the first floor pivots open to serve snacks and beverages to the pool deck.

NEXT FA L L 2 0 2 0

In recent months, individuals around the world have felt the absence of community and connection while social distancing. As a result, isolation has taken a toll on many individual’s mental and physical wellbeing. While the pandemic will not last forever, it has brought to the surface the importance of interaction and collaboration. The Atlanta NEXT office embraces local diversity while creating paths to wellbeing through community, collaboration, and inclusivity. Through a muted color palette, repetitive motifs, and organic forms, the space feels soothing and familiar while encouraging social, emotional, and physical wellbeing. The minimalistic design provides a distraction free space to work, akin with the feeling of turning notificantion off. R E V I T | | E N S C A P E | | I L LU S T R ATO R

Designed for the Steelcase NEXT Student Design Competition 2020.

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level two || inspirtation space

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level two || work cafe

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RENDERED FLOOR PLANS

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DESIGN DRIVERS

COMMUNITY central seating community engagement center mentorship opportunities C O L L A B O R AT I O N innovation space group think space CONNECTIVITY sight lines to adjacent spaces open concept PAT H W AY S physical pathways custom pathway motifs labyrinth meditation

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level two || lobby

level one || community outreach space

HOME OFFICE FA L L 2 0 2 0

A home office redesign for a single mother working from home during the pandemic. The client was passionate about her work and wanted a space that reflected that. This was achieved by creating a space that is bright, orgainized and oasis-like, providing some escape from the chaos within the house. Not only does the office provide optimal lighting and backdrop for video calls, it doubles as a yoga studio. R E V I T | | E N S C A P E | | P R O C R E AT E

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S PAC E P L A N N I N G

This office design was an exercise in intentional space planning and sensitivity to detail. Equipt with custom built-ins for optimal storage, flexible seating options for increased functionality, as well as extra space for yoga. Details such as the board and batten, wood beams, and symmetrical arched shapes create a space that feels custom and high-end while staying within a low budget.

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THE HORSE BARN SPRING 2020

This design revitalized the University of WisconsinMadison historic Horse Barn into a learning hub that invites people of all backgrounds and interests, fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation, as well as helps to initiate change on both large and small scales. This was achieved by creating a space that is both welcoming and gives a breath of life into the neglected building. Incorperating modern elments and bright colors while highlighting the original elements of the building helped maintain the original character of the building while making it the core of the campus. R E V I T | | I L LU ST R ATO R | | P H OTO S H O P

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LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM SELECTIONS AND SCHEDULES

PRIMARY

B E D R O O M A N D B AT H R R O M S E L E C T I O N S A N D S C H E D U L E S

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HAND RENDERING

PRISMA COLOR || COLORED PENCIL MICRON

THANK YOU

P H O N E / / 608-780-5532 E M A I L / / S I G N E GRACE JO H N SO N @ GM AI L . CO M W E B S I T E // S I G N E G R AC EJO H N SO N .W I XSI TE . CO M / PO RTF O L I O L I N K E D I N / / @ SI GN E GRACE JO H N SO N