SOUMYA JAIN INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Affiliated student member at IIDA, NEWH, AIA. Languages - English, Hindi +1-(628)-226-7334 sjain.soumya@gmail.com San Francisco, CA https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjainsoumya/ https://sjainsoumya.myportfolio.com/ https://www.behance.net/sjainsoumya
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EDUCATION M.A. Interior Architecture & Design Academy of Art University, CA, USA
09.2019 - 05.2021
B.A. (Hons.) Interior Design ITM -IDM Institute, Mumbai - in affiliation with Birmingham City University, UK
2015 - 2018
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ANDC, Mumbai India Design Intern • Produced space plans on AutoCAD • Created designs for furniture pieces and accessories • Designed theme-based mood boards • Handled social media management for company’s better reach • Produced weekly written design content for company’s social media HomeTown - FutureGroup, Mumbai India Interior Designer • Supervised project sites • Produced space plans and mood boards • Drafted construction documents for contractors on AutoCAD • Assisted with furniture & material selection • Produced BOQs on Microsoft Excel • Worked with, and presented designs to clients • Enrolled 12 clients for interior services with the company • Assisted 5 projects totaling to Rs. 4 million
09.2018 -01.2019
04.2018 - 09.2018
SKILLS Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk Revit/Enscape Autodesk 3DSMax Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign Google SketchUp/V-ray Hand drafting Sketching & rendering Model making
ACHIEVEMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS IIDA Honor Awards $2,500 Award
IIDA Business Communication Certificate 2021 Training course
Spring Show Work selected for display
AAU Best Interior Project Award 2021 Spark Plug Annual Design Show
ITM-IDM 2017
IIDA Student Charette 2nd Place
IIDA Best Interior Exhibit Award 2021 Spark Plug Annual Design Show
ITM-IDM 2016
Sustainable Interiors Certificate Training course
Internshala 2017
EDS Global 2018
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HOTEL FLORESCENCE
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ECO-BLOCK
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TD PHU’S RESTAURANT
TK LLC GROUP OFFICE
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O1 PROJECT
TYPE - HOTEL LOCATION - OAKLAND, CA
HOTEL FLORESCENCE Hotel Florescence comes to Oakland in the postpandemic workd - as a reaction to the adverse effects of the pandemic. The hotel focuses on providing control to the users to transform their surroundings, as a means to help maintain their emotional safety and mental wellbeing. Guests can be at peace and be physically distant, without it being forced or disruptive.
Scan to walk through the hotel!
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Awarded 2nd place at IIDA NC Honor Awards 2021
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PROJECT STATEMENT
HGI - the client - has purchased 1540 Broadway, a property in the center of downtown Oakland, California. The property currently has a small twostory retail structure. HGI plans to demolish the existing structure, and has hired an architect to develop plans for a new downtown hotel with an extended stay business model. The hotel will primarily serve business guests, but some tourists are expected as well. It will have eight stories, with the public spaces located primarily on the first and second floors, including an interior courtyard on the first level. Floors 3-8 provide 60 guest rooms, 10 on each floor. In addition, the building will have two basement levels for parking. The guestrooms are designed as second-home condominium units rather than conventional hotel rooms. A combination of studio and 1-bedroom units will be provided, each with its own kitchen.
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SITE ANALYSIS
Road Connectivity & Parking Highway, arterial roads, and locals roads provide a convenient commute to and from the site with many parking spots.
Site Location: 1540 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612 Neighborhood: Downtown Oakland Zoning: CBD-P Central Business District Pedestrian Retail Parcel Number: 008 062200501 User group Business guests - week and/or month long stays. Some tourists are also expected for shorter stays.
Public Transport Underground Bart connectivity to San Francisco, Richmond, Antioch, and San Jose; additional bus service.
Greencover The site is surrounded by many parks and green spaces within a short walking distance.
Restaurants/Grocery stores An abundance of restaurants , delis, and grocery markets are located within a 10-minute walking radius of the site.
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DESIGN CONCEPT RESEARCH “The Only Constant in Life Is Change.”- Heraclitus Identified problem: In the past year, people across the globe have found their lives fundamentally impacted by the pandemic. As lockdowns were imposed all over the world, we were forced to stay in our homes, deprived of a chance at social interaction. Initially, it seemed like a once in a lifetime chance to not have to drive to work, or to even get out of bed. However, it soon started to feel like we were stuck in a timeloop repeating the same day over and over again. The pandemic upended day-to-day lives across the globe including the way we work, learn, and interact; and left us in an unending loop devoid of any spontaneity.
Proposed solution: The extended-stay hotel will be the equivalent of a second home to the guests. The hotel will be a reaction to the adverse effects of the pandemic - the spaces will connect with the surroundings by allowing regulation of interior conditions as per the external conditions, to minimise the feelings of being “cut-off”. The hotel is a reactive idea to the restrictions of the pandemic - a space that bridges the indoors with the outdoors, and changes with time and mood. It is a space that provides flexibility to its occupants and adapts according to their need and desire. It is a dynamic space that is constantly evolving to accomodate its users.
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Concept statement
THE EVER-CHANGING NATURE As people crave the lost spontaneity in the post-pandemic world, Hotel Florescence - an extended-stay hotel emerges as a reaction to the adverse effects of the past year. It helps the users connect to their surroundings by evolving and adapting to their changing needs and desires. The space is responsive to its inhabitants and provides them with flexibility for modification. The space functions as a reflection of the ever-changing nature. Like flowers that blossom and close-up as a response to their surroundings, the hotel provides a sense of dynamism and transformation. It provides users with the ability to transform their space as they desire to maintain emotional safety and mental well-being. Moving walls
Dynamic light & shadows
Transforming pods
Patterns & forms from nature
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SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Process bubble diagrams
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Public-use floor
The space planning aims to provide maximum flexibility to the guests. To achieve this, spaces have been kept open to provide for more than one use. Stacking screens allow the guests to transform their space as they desire to maintain emotional safety and mental well-being. Many nooks are designed for a ‘safe’ leisure time for the guests - where upto 11 parties can safely be seated. Physical distancing can be practiced through the space without it being disruptive or obtrusive.
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BLOSSOM INSTALLATION
Custom installation in Courtyard
Blossom is an art installation created as a focal element in the courtyard on Level 1, which also acts as a shade for the elevated pergola. It is a solar-powered installation which is a metaphor for the responsive behavior of a flower. Using the sun’s energy, the petal-shaped shading structures rotate along their columns throughout the day, creating a dynamic play of light and shadow. This creates constantly changing views for those under the pergola and those looking down at the courtyard. The rotation of the shading structures creates a resemblance to the blossoming and closing up of a flower with the rising and setting of the sun. It connects even the users looking outside from within, to the surroundings and helps maintain their circadian rhythm as it is associated witht the sun’s movement.
INSTALLATION IN ‘CLOSED’ FORM
INSTALLATION IN ‘BLOSSOM’ FORM
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Scan to see the Blossom installation in motion!
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LEVEL 2
Public-use floor
A constant theme of greenery and organic forms can be seen in the space which comes from the insipiration - florescence. Flower characteristics are used throughout, from abstract petal forms for ceiling, anther-like drop pendant lights, and a courtyard installation to resemble the process of florescence. The meeting rooms provide complete flexibility and can be used as 3 single rooms or one large room, depending on the requirement. The pivoting and stacking screens allow multiple combinations.
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MEETING ROOMS | Flexibility of collaboration
Scan to see transformation of Meeting Rooms!
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LEVEL 3-8 - GUESTROOM MODEL | Flexibility of working The design of the guestroom keeps the needs of the long-term stay business guests at the center, with flexibility of transforming the workspace. The bedroom and living room are separated by a pivoting wall which has a built-in tv unit on one side, and a work-desk on the other side. This provides the user with the flexibility to completely transform their workspace by just rotating the wall and finding themselves in a different room. The pivoting panels on the sides provide easy access and visual connect to the spaces.
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Scan to see transformation of Guestroom!
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CHECK-IN/LOBBY | Flexibility of interaction The guest is given the flexibility to choose to interact upon entering the hotel. The large check-in desk is the first area where the visitors are received. There is also a self check-in counter for those who would prefer to not have to interact with anyone. The lobby features many seating zones separated by tinted glass panels that can be moved to convert the seating space into a smaller or larger area providing the flexibility to interact.
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THE BAR/COCKTAIL LOUNGE The bar and check-in desk are constructed around an existing column, and are the focal point of the entrance are. The two desks are mirror images of each other, facing opposite directions. This created an opportunity between the desks to develop two seating nooks for guests. All of these spaces look onto the greenery planted in the center and create beautiful views.
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RESTAURANT | Flexibility of seating The restaurant offers a variety of seating options for all kinds of parties - booth seating, lounge seating with couches, two-tops, single bar-style seating. The design is more directly inspired by nature - the ceiling structures are inspired by the feeling of sitting under trees. A few existing columns are concealed with wooden strips to give the illusion of a tree. This is then repeated throughout the restaurant using faux-columns.
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O2 PROJECT
TYPE - ECO-BLOCK LOCATION - MILBRAE, CA
ECO-CIRCLE The Eco-circle is a prototype of a sustainable mini eco-city which strives to create a positive impact on the environment by providing shelter to the homeless in the Bay Area. The eco-circle is a self-sustaining model that is socially beneficial, economically viable, and environmentally sustainable.
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THE BIG IDEA | Eco- Circle Identified Problem
Site Location
With skyrocketing rent and real estate prices, homelessness has become a major social issue in the Bay Area. The homeless have no shelter, jobs, or access to proper food or clothing, as a result of which many of them fall into alcohol & drug abuse.
Plot at Victoria Ave. and Magnolia Ave. Millbrae, CA 94030
Proposed Solution To create a system which provides shelter to the homeless in exchange for their services to function, providing a source of income, a sense of belonging, and a community to the homeless. This community living space consists of Tiny Homes and important social spaces for seamless functioning as a self-sufficient Eco-block. Sustainable System The Eco-block runs on a sustainable system that is Socially beneficial – as it provides a happy, healthy life to the homeless citizens. Environmentally sound – as it is a self-sustaining block designed with nature Economically viable – as it is self-sufficient with the residents receiving homes in exchange for their services to the community. Goal – The goal of this project is to create a NetZero energy, off-grid Eco-Block prototype that makes sustainable water use, waste management, & healthy food.
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Typology Plot size Climate
Mixed-use eco-block 140,000 Sq.ft Mediterranean climate, cool-wet winters; dry-mild summers.
Southern light - Warm & ambient light throughout, sunny and comfortable | spaces in use the longest Northern light - Indirect & diffused, least light Eastern light - Direct, warm, energising in morning |day- use spaces (bedroom) Western light - Direct in evening, cool in morning | evening-use spaces (living room)
Road connectivity El Camino Rl, arterial, and local roads provide a convenient commute to and from the site.
Public transport The BART train line passes from close to the site, and Milbrae station is just a 10 min walk.
Green spaces Site is surrounded by many green/open spaces within a short walking distance.
DESIGN INSPIRATION Eco-circle The circle, a symbol of continuit, unity, wholeness, is the inspiration for the design of the Eco-block. The Plaza - the most important interaction space - is a circular element from which the rest of the spaces seem to radiate outwards. Biophilia The inidual spaces are designed keeping in mind the principles of Biophilic design to create a healthy, happy, and nurtuting community.
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Project Program Central Plaza Learning House Co-working Space Community Center Restaurants Retail and Entertainment Space Fitness Center Medical Center Farmer’s Market Children’s Playground Waste Compost Facility Rooftop Garden Tiny Homes
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ROOF The roof is inaccessible as it holds solar panels for electricity generation for the functioning of the unit.
LEVEL 2 Level 2 has the same layout as Level 1, where the front and back gardens are replaced by small decks.
LEVEL 1 ADA compliant residential unit with living room, bedroom, kitchen, and toilet. The unit has small front and back gardens with a staircase that leads to the unit on Level 2
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STRATEGIES FOR ECO-BLOCK SYSTEM FOOD
WASTE
Seasonal Rooftop Garden •Produces fresh vegetables and fuits •Sold to residents and visitors Farmer’s Market •Weekly farmer’s market held in open space •Supports local farmers •Produce from seasonal rooftop garden gets sold too Personal Gardens •Available to all residents
Waste Compost Facility •Organic material from the block becomes fertiliser for the rooftop garden and personal gardens •Waste = Food
WATER Collect •Rainwater from roofs is collected into an underground cistern = ~30,100 sqft •25 inches rainfall per year = 468,800 gallons water is collected per year Reduce •Low-flow water fixtures •Each residence saves ~8,000 gallons of water per year Reuse •In-built waste water filter Aqua2use greywater diverter in every residence • Captures and filters bath, shower, basin, and laundry greywater - diverting it from sewage system •Treated water is used to irrigate gardens ENERGY Reduce •Daylighting - maximum exposure to sunlight to reduce the need of artificial lights •Fixtures - Use of LED lights and Energy star rated appliances •Natural Ventilation - LArge operable windows to reduce the need of ACs and heaters •Insulation - Natural wool for wall insulation, Low-E glass for openings to reduce load Produce •PV panels on all roofs to produce clean and renewable energy
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WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKET 38 | PORTFOLIO
RESTAURA
ANT DINING
CENTRAL PLAZA VIEW FROM RESIDENCE SOUMYA JAIN | 39
O3 PROJECT
TYPE - OFFICE LOCATION - SAN FRANCISCO, CA
TK
TK LLC GROUP OFFICE The TK LLC group office has been designed for client Tamara King as part of a two level renovation project. This area serves as the office for the client’s real estate company, and its design is inspired by her favorite architect - Anne Fougeron.
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ABOUT THE PROJECT Client Profile Ms. Tamara King, aged 31, owns a smalll but successful Real Estate Service Business by the name ‘TK Property Group, LLC’ She has purchased a two-level older building in San Francisco’s Russian Hill neighborhood which she plans to renovate into her residence and office on Level 2 and Level 1 respectively. Project Site
Project Program (1) Private Executive Office (3) Equal sized Semi-Private Workstations (1) Private Conference Room for 6 (1) Seating/Waiting Area for 4 (1) Copy Room (1) Coat storage (1) ADA Compliant Toilet (1) Kitchen
1310 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109 Parcel number: 0155/013 Lot size: 52’-6”L x 20’-0”W Neighborhood: Russian Hill Zoning district: NCD - Pacific Avenue Neighbor hood Commercial Year built: 1904 Construction type: Type V Stories: 2 Existing Use: Residential - 2 Units Proposed Use: Level 1 Business Level 2 Residential Level 1 area: xxxx Scope of work: Full renovation of Level 1 with exteri or face work front and back. Design Inspiration Tamara would like her office to be designed in a way that is inspired by her favorite architect - Anne Fougeron’s signature style. Keywords - Sleek, modern, clean lines, bare, wood, steel, neutral.
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Anne Fougeron and her design style
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1. Conference room render 2. Interior elevations 3. Yard render 4. Break room render
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O4 PROJECT
TYPE - RESTAURANT RENOVATION LOCATION - SAN FRANCISCO, CA
TU DAVID PHU’S ‘AN’ This restaurant is Chef Tu David Phu’s signature style restaurant which is located in San Francisco. The design of the restaurant is inspired by Chef David’s personal journey, and shows the juxtaposition of architectural elements.
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CLIENT - CHEF TU DAVID PHU Tu David Phu spent the initial years of his career learning refinement under Michelin-starred New York chefs like Daniel Boulud and then heading up kitchens at restaurants like Gather in Berkeley. It took a lot of personal growth, and some tragedy, to get him to the point of making the food he really wanted to make. His own food. He is on a mission to get people to appreciate Vietnamese cuisine in the way you would with Japanese cuisine or Italian cuisine.
SITE LOCATION Address : 1965 Al Scoma Way, San Francisco, CA 94133 The restaurant is located in San Francisco and the structure is to be renovated with special emphasis on the lighting design to fulfil Chef David’s vision of bringing popularity to his Vietnamese food. He wants to take over the once owned site of Scoma’s Italian Restaurant at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Warf. The current restaurant will be demolished and Tu David Phu will have a new restaurant constructed there.
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DESIGN CONCEPT - ARCHITECTURAL JUXTAPOSITION Architectural Juxtaposition : Traditional & Modern The concept of architectural juxtaposition is inspired by chef Tu David Phu and his cooking journey which is an amalgamation of Vietnam and the United States. His restaurant’s design - which will help him to get people to appreciate Vietnamese cuisine - will be a contrasting blend of the two places. The design will express juxtaposition through forms and materials of modern and traditional architectural elements.
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Materials : wood, stone, bricks, etc. commonly seen in Vietnamese architecture. Lighting strategy : drama through light & shadow. Warm ambient light with accent architectural light. Ceiling : Fusion of white ceiling with wooden dropped levels to emphasize important areas.
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MATERIALS 54 | PORTFOLIO
@ 8'-0" AFF
ELEMENT™ 4" LED / RECESSED CEILING LIGHT
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INVISILED® PRO 2 24V TAPE LIGHT SYSTEM / LED STRIP
MARA WALL / WALL SCONCE
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JONI 20 WALL / WALL SCONCE
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DICE CEILING MOUNT / CEILING LIGHT EXO 18 PENDANT
D1 PIRLO PENDANT D2 D3 D4
LINGER 18-LIGHT CHANDELIER GRACE 30 CHANDELIER SPRINKLER EXIT SIGN
Date Drawn by Checked by
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LIGHTING PLAN 15/10/2020 SJ RL
A02 Scale 1/16" = 1'-0"
12/13/2020 11:56:25 PM
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LEGEND
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BAR
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OPEN DINING
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BOOTH DINING
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