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NKBA Competition

Sustainability

Remodel Exterior

Remodel Interior

Commercial

Furniture design

Revit

20/20

Chief Architect

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not to scale

Goals

Convey vision to client

Reallocate space

Provide enduring appliances

Create circulation

Provide more light

Skills

Perspective drawing

Product knowledge

Space planning

Hand-drafting

Specifying

Design Statement

A natural environment, close to a lake,

provides a sense of seasons and the

fullness each time of year brings for a

business couple and their two dogs in

this new cabin. Dwelling at the

lakeside has a softer pace reflected in

an appreciation for a home that

welcomes home-owners and visitors

alike to sit and settle for a while.

kitchen

finishes

floor plan

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elevation A

1/4” = 1’-0”

elevation B

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Goals

Plentiful lighting

Accent features

Convenient outlets

Skills

Hand drafting

Product knowledge

Specifying

Mechanical & Lighting

I used corrugated galvanized metal to

create a focal soffit enhancing the

lakeside cabin aesthetic. The metal

skirt hides a 54” skylight ceiling fan by

Futuro designed to vent an

entire room.

The original plan included two small

windows in the north east corner of

the kitchen. A new series of three

windows staged together allow a view

of arriving guests while providing

almost a full wall of natural light.

kitchen

mechanical plan

1/4” = 1’-0”

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elevation D

1/4” = 1’-0”

elevation E 1/4” = 1’-0”

Sub Zero & Wolf Appliances

Kohler & Rohl Sink & Faucets

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Goals

Use sustainable materials

Display artwork

Provide office workspace

Skills

Sustainability

Product knowledge

Space planning

Design Statement

For the homeowners a life spent

working in and around the world’s

oceans required an investment in

ecologically ethical materials for their

home. Their second criteria were to

imbue an essence of the deep mystery

a restful ocean conveys. From the

wool Oushak rug, hand knotted in

Turkey to a roller blind manufactured

using Cradle to Cradle closed loop

practices, the design has succeeded in

achieving a minimalistic impact on the

world’s resources. Using gentle hues

highlighted with anchoring tones we

are soothed from everyday bustle.

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rendered perspective rendered floor plan

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When remodeling the façade of this Victorian folk house I chose to highlight the authentic structure with details appropriate for the mid to late 1800’s time

period it was built in. Being a country home of modest means there was often little ornamentation included on the original facade. Any decoration was added in

later Victorian times when manufactured goods became readily available and affordable for working homeowners.

Subtle elegance is added with details such as gable drops and brackets, dentil trim, and round porch columns. Extra and larger windows allow light into the

home and balance the exterior. Zinc metal roofing accents a soft warm cream color of the lap siding. A sedate Victorian Stick Style front door, sits demurely past

wide steps, under the sheltering porch.

original facade

sketched option 1

sketched option 2

rendered option

exterior fixtures & finishes

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Goals

Create a master suite

Walk-in closet

Separate shower & tub

Research building codes

Convey transitions on plan

Skills

Codes application

Finish transitions

Product specifications

Appropriate finishes

Finishes, Transitions, & Codes

Each designer was given a client color

preference. The color ’Rust’ by

Benjamin Moore was my inspiration. A

Chippendale styled cabinet in black

with interior shelves in a deep orange

launched the design theme which

grew into soft, elegant finishes with

similar elements of tone and color. I

added variation by using pattern and

texture in the different rooms.

master suite

1/4” = 1’-0” finish plan

W2 C1 P1 W3

C1 P1

P1 T3 P1

W3 T3 P1

T1 T3 P1

T1 T3 P1

W3 T3 P1

W1 T2 P1

inspiration & finish selections

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concept sketch 2 concept sketch 1 concept sketch 3

demolition plan

1/4” = 1’-0”

construction plan

1/4” = 1’-0”

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Goals

Create a ‘wow’ reception

Plentiful gathering space

Functional offices

Skills

Appropriate finishes/

furniture/fixtures

Perspective & Rendering

History & style

Design Statement

Inspired by the elegance, refinement,

and social conscience of the Edwardian

Era, this luxury hotel will cater to

business and industry elements,

educational facilities, and leisure

travelers interested in the historical

relevance of the era.

The hotel finishes were chosen to

enhance a light filled lobby with airy

ambience, reminiscent of a

conservatory, plus furnishings from

earlier Regency period.

hotel

interior fixtures & finishes

rendered perspective

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soft fits

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Goals

Allocate required business

elements

Adhere to code regulations

& ADA Guidelines.

Skills

Auto CAD

Space planning

Codes

Floor Plan

Design a floor plan for a small hotel for

300 guests to include an appealing

gathering area, eye-catching reception

with affiliated concierge and bellboy

space. Include a small restaurant, gift

shop and restroom facilities. A general

staff office, managers office, break

room, kitchen, and janitor’s closet are

included for employee use.

Most use was made of arranging

spaces to incorporate the window

walls and locate facilities conveniently.

hotel

floor plan

3/16” = 1’-0”

logo

way finding signs

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lighting plan

1/8” = 1’-0”

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Goals

Design a reception desk

Adhere to ADA guidelines

Select guest furnishings

Select office furnishings

Skills

Appropriate finishes/

furniture/fixtures

History & style

AutoCAD

Furniture Plan

The English Regency period was the

inspiration for the interior finishes and

furnishings of this hotel stemming

from the garden towns built during the

Edwardian period.

Office furnishings were selected for

their clean, transitional style and

effectiveness in the space.

hotel

furniture plan

not to scale

elevation A

3/8” = 1’-0”

elevation B

3/8” = 1’-0”

section

3/8” = 1’-0”

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top plan

3/4” = 1’-0” front plan

3/4” = 1’-0”

specifications

exploded isometric

1/2” = 1’-0”

isometric

3/4” = 1’-0”

The Northern European heritage of many Minnesotans helped me choose the light and graceful Gustavian style of furniture as an ottoman design. Created in

the reign of King Gustav III, Gustavian furniture has simple elegant shapes based, in part on the French Louis XVI style. Finishes are modest soft neutrals

accented with just the perfect touch of glorious gold.

This bench ottoman has a chic uncomplicated style, which is so appropriate for today’s home of essential, uncluttered beauty. Charming soft neutrals

complement current trends for lakeside cottages, farmhouses, or urban lofts. Use it in an entry hall, bedroom, living or dining area. Currently being constructed

for a drawing winner of our Fall Design Competition.

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Goals

Complete tutorial using

tools in Revit

Skills

Revit

Dimensioning

Elevations

3D Drawing

Revit

Create a multi-level commercial

building in Revit, with five floors,

different room layouts, angled walls,

curved walls, and different roof

heights.

tutorial

exterior view

3/32” = 1’-0”

first floor plan

3/32” = 1’-0”

south elevation

3/32” = 1’-0”

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floor plan

3/8” = 1’-0”

rendered perspective

price list The interesting wall angles in this laundry room create an opportunity to think a little harder about how to utilize the small space for multiple functions.

I created an inviting, super functional laundry room, accommodating wall angles, providing a sewing center, and using a vintage sink. There is plenty of

folding space with open storage underneath for laundry baskets. Closed storage above provides a place to hide cleaning equipment and solutions. A

hanging rail close to the door means laundered clothes are easily accessible. Skills used were space planning, 20/20 drafting, and digital rendering.

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Goals

Convey to client

the design vision

Skills

Chief Architect

perspective drawing

Aesthetically pleasing

Product knowledge

Perspectives & Product Selection

The homeowner requested a cottage

farmhouse style for the kitchen and

dining area, with the ability to see into

the dining area while preparing food in

the kitchen. I chose light, soft tones

inspired by the homeowners green

milk glass collection. The creamy

Syzergy mini tile specified for the

kitchen backsplash was a hit!!

private residence

perspective ~ kitchen

elevation A

not to scale

not to scale

elevation C

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perspective ~ dining

elevation B

1/2” = 1’-0”

product selection ~ dining

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Goals

Reallocate space

Better circulation

More light

Skills

Chief Architect

Space planning

Before & After Plans

The homeowners had purchased a mid

-70’s ranch style home, which required

some extensive updating. They love

the central kitchen but needed to

expand the kitchen, create a more

open flow, hide an exterior exit door

and steps, incorporate a fireplace, and

install a sliding glass door to exit onto

a patio area.

Columns were placed to support a load

bearing wall and define a large central

island. A dining room serving area

accommodates a mini fridge,

microwave, and bar sink. The kitchen’s

west wall is a combined baking and

mini-office center.

private residence

before plan

1/8” = 1’-0”

after plan

1/8” = 1’-0”

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mechanical plan

1/8” = 1’-0”

Sole Plate

5” Siding

3/4” Plywood

1/8” Bead board

2” x 8” Ridge Beam

1/2” Plywood sheathing Asphalt shingles

wall section

1/8” = 1’-0”

1/8” Bead board

2” x 6” Rafter

2” x 6” Floor Joist

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