leah devries - interior design portfolio

leah devriesi n t e r i o r d e s i g n p o r t f o l i o

F o u n d F r e n c h R e s t a u r a n tr e s t a u r a n t d e s i g n

E r d e m S t o r er e t a i l d e s i g n

T h e G a p , I n c O f f i c eo f f i c e d e s i g n

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T r a n s i t i o n a l K i t c h e nk i t c h e n d e s i g n

L u x u r y C o n d or e s i d e n t i a l D e s i g n

H e m p P e n d a n tl i g h t f i x t u r e d e s i g n

M u l t i - u s e S e a tf u r n i t u r e d e s i g n

H a n d R e n d e r i n g s

S e e r l e y R o o m 1 0 1off i ce pro ject comp leted as a st udent ass i s tant at un i vers i t y of nor thern iowa fac i l i t i e s p l ann ing

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F o u n d F r e n c h R e s t a u r a n tr e s t a u r a n t d e s i g nThe concept of this design was inspired by the abandoned theater scene in August Rush when the main character reveals that his deepest desire is to be found. Centered on the neglected nature of the fi lm’s theater and the concept of ‘found, ’ the restaurant’s design includes discarded windows acting as partit ions between dining booths. Similarly, the aged look of the f looring and unique l ight fixtures also suggest a feeling of neglect. As an unexpected addition to the otherwise abandoned-looking finishes, the furniture selected from Christopher Guy is inspired by the protagonist’s abil ity to create musical masterpieces in such a broken place.

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[top]: floorplan of Found French Restaurant scale: 1/64”=1’-0”

General Dining

Private Dining

Bar

Entry/Waiting Area

Restrooms

Storage

Found French Restaurant

KITCHENNOT PLANNED AS PART OF PROJECT

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[top]: perspective of east dining hall

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Found French Restaurant

1: Dining ChairChristopher Guy

2: Pyramid SeatChristopher Guy

3: Cream Egg Pendantinterieurs

3: Dining ChairChristopher Guy

4: SofaChristopher Guy

5: BarstoolChristopher Guy

6: Decay Bronze PendantDesign Lush

7: Corner Pyramid SeatChristopher Guy

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[right]: perspective of west dining hall-facing south [left]: perspective of south dining hall and bar-facing west

Found French Restaurant

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8: Antique Hickory FlooringElmwood Reclaimed Timber

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10. Taj-Forest WallcoveringMaya Romanoff Studio

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9. D-04-38 TerrazoNational Terrazzo andMosaic Association, Inc.

11. 428-7 Warm WassailPittsburgh Paints

12. 520-4 SlatePittsburgh Paints

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[top left]: elevation of north entry wall. scale: 1/32”=1’-0” [top right]: elevation of north wall of bar. scale: 1/32”=1’-0” [middle]: elvation of east wall in north hall. scale: 1/32”=1’-0”. [bottom]: elevation of west wall of east dining hall. scale: 1/32”=1’-0”

Found French Restaurant

9Project Detailsscope:Individual project7 weeks4200 square feetExterior shell of restaurant given with opportunity for expansion out north endConcept development based on movie inspirationMenu design

class:Design IV-Spring 2012

programs used:Revit Architecture - Initial technical drawingsAutoCAD - Final technical drawingsAdobe Photoshop - Perspectives, Project boards, Renderings, Menu designAdobe InDesign - Project compilationGoogle Sketchup - PerspectivesiRender - PerspectivesMicrosoft Word - Documentation, SpecificationsMicrosoft Excel - Documentation, Specifications

Found French Restaurant

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E r d e m S t o r er e t a i l d e s i g nThe feminine and sophisticated si lhouettes and texti les known to the Erdem brand inspired the design of its new Midtown East store. Through several of their past col lections, large f loral prints harmonized the texti les. This common thread translated into carpet and furniture selection throughout the space. Highl ighting the collection’s pieces also became an important factor in the space’s layout, as evidenced by the custom clothing display racks that l iteral ly frame collections, groupings, and individual pieces. The concept of framed displays also al lowed for a feature wall that highl ights Erdem patterns and texti les, which can easi ly adjust with each season.

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[top]: floorplan of Erdem Store scale: 1/64”=1’-0”

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1: Moi et la Rose BenchSicis

3: Tenderly ChairSicis

4: Murano Glass ChandelierDesign Within Reach

Erdem Store

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[top left]: perspective of new collection facing southeast [top right]: perspective of past collection and accessories facing southeast [bottom left]: perspective of cash wrap facing north [bottom middle]: perspective of mannequin display facing west [bottom right]: perspective of fitting room facing northeast

2: White Pedestal TableMeijer

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[top]: perspective of erdem store facing northwest

Genevieve Bennett-Leather Tile Wallcovering BL 1919

5: BL 1919 Star Flower Tile WallcoveringGenevieve Bennett

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Pittsburg Paints: Delicate White 518-1

6: 518-1 Delicate WhitePittsburgh Paints

7: Limestone Bricks[based on exterior fascade]

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Flor 24"x24" Carpet Tile: Heavy Petal: Magnolia 8: Heavy Petal Magnolia Carpet Tile

Flor9: White Cartera MarbleCangelosi

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[top]: view of erdem store front and window displays. [bottom left]: erdem logo and bag design.

Erdem Store

15Project Detailsscope:Individual Project5 weeks7660 square feetExterior shell of retail space givenDesign for high-end clothing designer in Mid-town east New YorkSelect finishes and furniture for space based on brandDevelop concept for exterior façadeSeasonal store window concepts Logo design Packaging design concept

class:Design IV-Spring 2012

programs used:AutoCAD - Technical drawingsAdobe Photoshop - Perspectives, Renderings, Project boards, Logo design, Packaging conceptAdobe InDesign - Project compilationGoogle Sketchup - Perspectives, Exterior viewiRender - PerspectivesMicrosoft Word - Documentation, SpecificationsMicrosoft Excel - Documentation, SpecificationsMicrosoft Powerpoint - Project presentation

Erdem Store

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T h e G a p , I n c O f f i c eo f f i c e d e s i g nThe Gap, Inc. is recognized for its classic and timeless approach to clothing. Thus, this clear style is carried through into the material and furniture selection of this executive office. Like their classic blue jeans and white button-up shirts, the l ight-stained walnut wood of the desk, table and cei l ing, along with the muted, monochromatic color scheme are a masculine, but authentic approach to the Gap, Inc. brand. The selected furniture from HBF and the l inear nature of the Interface carpet suggest straight l ines across the space, an element that is mirrored by the geometric nature of Gap, Inc’s logo. The Eames Molded Plywood Dining Chairs as side chairs tie together the concepts of the space with their recognizable form and classic material .

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[top]: reflected ceiling plan shown over floorplan scale:1/4”=1’-0”

The Gap, Inc. Office

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[top]: perspective of gap office

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1: Linea CasegoodsHBF

2: Molded Plywood Dining Chair Herman Miller

3: Life Chair Knoll

4: Ski SofaHBF

6: Hampton Pendant Simon Pearce

5: Miter Coffee TableHBF

7: Braided Carpet TileInterface

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9: Woodworks Vector CeilingArmstrong

8: Monochrome-BlackInterface

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The Gap, Inc. Office

19Project Detailsscope:Individual Project4 weeks250 square feetShell of office space given.Design for chief executive of The Gap, Inc.Specific furniture requests given by “client”Select finishes and furniture based on brand inspiration space

class:Design IV-Spring 2012

programs used:AutoCAD - Technical drawingsAdobe Photoshop - Perspectives, Project boardsAdobe InDesign - Project compilationGoogle Sketchup - Perspectives iRender - PerspectivesMicrosoft Word - Documentation, SpecificationsMicrosoft Excel - Documentation, Specifications

The Gap, Inc. Office

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T r a n s i t i o n a l K i t c h e nk i t c h e n d e s i g nSeurat’s famous 19th century Impressionist painting was the piece chosen to best ref lect the historicity of this federal style row house. Accordingly, A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte is featured as the inspiration behind the kitchen’s design, taking both a central place as an art piece in the dining room and inf luencing the selection of finishes, furniture, and colors through the depth and story depicted in the painting. The l ight fixtures of the space reiterate the shape of the painting’s umbrellas. The ref lections on the water are echoed in the glazed upper cabinets and the transparent acrylic chairs. The pointi l l ism found in both this painting and other Impressionist works is replicated in the design of the mosaic backsplash. In addition, the inclusion of history was an important goal throughout the project, inf luencing the selection of the reclaimed wood table and the penny-ti led kitchen f loor, since both choices signify age and history.

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[top]: plan of kitchen. scale: 1/4” =1’-0”

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[top]: perspective of kitchen facing south

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2: Orange BarstoolsBellacor

5: AppliancesSubzero Wolf

1: Jelly Acrylic ChairMade

3: Hairpin Metal Leg Dining TableMortise and Tenon Handmade Furniture

4: Pendant LightsInmod

6: Stainless Steel Apron Front SinkKohler

Transitional Kitchen

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7: Real Penny MosaicModwalls

8: Custom mosaic mix Dahl Tile

9: Manor CabinetsOmega Cabnetry

10: Torquay MarbleCambria

11: Oyster WhiteSherwin Williams

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[top left]: perspective of kitchen facing north [bottom left]: perspective of kitchen facing southeast [right]: perspective of kitchen facing northeast

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[top]: elevation 1 of east wall of kitchen. scale: 1/4” =1’-0” [bottom]: elevation 2 of south wall of kitchen. scale: 1/4” =1’-0”

25Project Detailsscope:Individual project4 weeksTransitional style givenShell of kitchen givenSpecific cabinetry and appliance requests

class:Design IV - Fall 2011

programs used:AutoCAD - Technical drawingsAdobe Photoshop - Perspectives, Project boardsAdobe InDesign - Project compilation Google Sketchup - PerspectivesiRender - PerspectivesMicrosoft Word - Documentation, SpecificationsMicrosoft Excel - Documentation, Specifications

Transitional Kitchen

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L u x u r y C o n d oR e s i d e n t i a l D e s i g nFor their Chicago apartment, this project’s cl ients requested a mid-century modern design style and future wheelchair accessibi l ity to accommodate expected effects of a debil itating condition. An open f loorplan makes travel around the space easy and complements the modern design. Therefore, the design al located sufficient space for clearances, doorways, and turning radii . The recessed rug, kitchen counter overhang, and cabinetry on l ifts continue to ensure that even the detai ls are suitable for accessible l iving without compromising appearance both now and in the future.

[top]: accessibility plan of 1st floor of condo. [scale]: 3/32”=1’-0”

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[top]: perspective of living room inside condo

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4: Jefferson Sofa & LoveseatThrive Home Furnishings

Luxury Condo

3: Chrome Arc LampChiasso

1: Eisenhower ChairThrive Home Furnishings

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5: Birch Chocolate Malt HardwoodArmstrong Flooring

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6: Black BeanSherwin Williams

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7. SnowfallSherwin Williams

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29Project Detailsscope:Individual Project6 weeks4650 square feetMidcentury modern style givenShell of condo givenFuture need for wheelchair accessibility based on client’s condition

class:Design III - Residential Design

programs used:AutoCAD - Technical drawingsAdobe Photoshop - Perspectives, Materials boardAdobe InDesign - Project compilationGoogle Sketchup - PerspectivesMicrosoft Word - Documentation, SpecificationsMicrosoft Excel - Documentation, Specifications

Luxury Condo

[top]: rendered floorplan of 2nd floor of condo. [bottom]: rendered floorplan of 1st floor of condo.7. Snowfall

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M u l t i - u s e S e a tf u r n i t u r e d e s i g nWithin the luxury condominium design project, the cl ients requested a custom furniture piece that fit with the mid-century modern style. Keeping in mind that the cl ient was diagnosed with a severe condition and future wheelchair placement, the piece was made simple, versati le, and mobile. This seat was designed for the main l iving room of the condo where it can function as both a seat, when placed across from the other seating, and function as a coffee table, when placed in front of either sofa with either the detachable cushion stored or the box f l ipped to provide a f lat surface on top and cushion storage below. This versati l ity is compatible with the cl ient’s needs and accounts for their mobil ity constraints by keeping the space open.

31Project Detailsscope:In correlation with designing a luxury condo, design and build a functional furniture piece according to the client’s design style and disorder.

class:Design III: Residential Design

programs used:AutoCAD - Conceptual Drawings

[top]: image of furniture piece [bottom left]: image of furniture with seat flipped to table [bottom right]: image of furniture with cushion removed.

Multi-use Seat

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H e m p P e n d a n tl i g h t f i x t u r e d e s i g nDesigned as an accent piece for a dining area with several large windows, the goal of this l ight fixture design was to complement the natural l ight coming in. Light passes easi ly through the wrapped hemp string and creates shadows on the wall . The combination of the unique material and unexpected shape make this fixture a focal point of any space.

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[left]: image of illuminated fixture [top right]: image of un-illuminated fixture [bottom right]: conceptual drawings of light fixture

Project Detailsscope:Individual Project3 weeks

class:Drafting II - Spring 2011

programs used:AutoCAD - Conceptual drawings, Perspective of Light Fixture in Space

Hemp Pendant

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H a n d R e n d e r i n g s

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[top left]: rendering of kitchen. [top middle]: rendering of dining and living room [top right]: stippling of living room. [bottom]: rendering of house exterior

Marker Renderings

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S e e r l e y R o o m 1 0 1P ro j e c t c o m p l ete d a s a S t u d e n t A s s i s ta n t a t U n i ve r s i t y o f N o r t h e r n I owa F a c i l i t i e s P l a n n i n gThis project was requested by a department as it was adding faculty members into a room that previously held only two members, two students, a scanning station, and a conference area. The Herman Miller Action Office systems furniture was selected out of UNI surplus furniture, meaning limited pieces were available for reconfiguration into the space. In addition, two new files would be purchased and would need to be placed, along with an existing mini fridge and microwave.

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[top left]: floorplan of seerley 101 [scale]: 1/4”=1’-0”

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