Context Poster: Sustainable Kitchen Remodel

With this case study, I had the chance to overview a remodel with the intent of creating a new space that reflected sustainable and functional values. Green materials were carefully chosen and helped to make the new space less wasteful and longer-lasting over time with low-maintenance. From this case study, I was able to better understand the different components that go into a kitchen remodel as well as become more cognizant of various sustainable materials available today. This also provided to be a great opportunity to see the various problems and solutions considered in a remodel in terms of functionality.

Process Poster

For this project, the task was to make a poster that summarized the design process used to create a concept model. To begin with, a nature object was selected that was an abstract representation of a chosen designers overall aesthetic. The nature object was then transformed into parti drawings that then inspired a 2-D concept model. The concept model was intended as a 2-d representation of the extension of lines found in leaves. The concept of the lines extending from a central core was then taken into the next design process of creating a concept model for a furniture piece. The room in which it resides was thought to be a calming room, where the user would be able to sit and relax, maybe read a book. To help create that ambiance, a sort of stool was designed that elevated the user above the floor and set a tone for the room that encouraged isolation in a comforting way. Personal motivations helped to conclude that a light source underneath the stool would also create a calming effect, given that the furniture piece would be made of some sort of translucent material. A series of lines would also seemingly grow out from underneath the seat which would create patterns on the walls of the room and help immerse the user in the soft glow and make them feel as if they are surrounded by nature.

Sophomore ID Student Presentations

I recently had the opportunity to attend a few presentation  put together by second year Interior Design students. The project was to find the optimal remodel solutions for a train depot located by downtown Pullman, with their client being an artist of their choice. As with all design projects, they began with an inspiration piece and then followed that with parti drawings. A single parti drawing was then chosen and created the basis for their design of the depot. The design has to also accommodate any visually or physically impaired user that might enter the space to visit the gallery, residence, etc.
I found the presentations very interesting and was appreciative of the opportunity to see what kind of projects that I will be working on next year. By attending, I was also able to gather more information about the considerations that must be made for any handi-capable person. The process included in making space designs was another important factor for me, because it expands on my own ideas of how design should be approached and helps me to better consider other facets of my designs that I might not have thought of before. Overall, the experience provided helpful tips for my projects next year and I truly enjoyed seeing the talented work of the second year students.

Assignment 5- Resume

This assignment was used as an extension of our logo assignment as an opportunity to create a resume that reflects our knowledge of design and personalities as designers. The resume was also a valuable opportunity to become more familiar with InDesign. I had already previously made a resume, which allowed for me to spend more time on the composition and organization of my resume, rather than the content. I was already content with my former resume, however after making this new one, I have found that this one is much more visually appealing and will likely be the copy that I show to interviewers from now on. This assignment not only helped me to learn about proper composition and inclusion of content in relation to design, but it also helped me to experiment more with graphic elements that reflect my personal design aesthetic.

Sketch Number 9

Logo Design

For this assignment, the task was to create a logo that properly represented our design aesthetic and familiarize ourselves with Adobe Illustrator. The project as a whole was challenging, but was very informative in that I am now more comfortable with using Illustrator as well as the Wacom Tablets. Although I am satisfied with my current logo, I can easily see myself making changes in the future as my taste changes.

Sketch Number 7