Condo Project

The condo renovation is almost completed. The bathrooms were completely gutted and put back together. All the doors, base and trim have been replaced. The holes were patched in the walls and a fresh coat of paint in Pratt & Lambert’s Dove Feather applied. The kitchen cabinets, doors, and trim are painted in Pratt and Lambert Gig’s Grey which is a shade darker than the walls and looks fabulous.  I was originally going to replace the kitchen cabinets, but decided to refurbish the existing cabinets. Primer and several coats of semi-gloss paint did the trick and when we added the new hardware on the doors the transformation is complete. Wood floors went in today and the finishing touches, like new light fixtures and window coverings will complete the project at the end of the week.

Assisted Senior Living - "Dandelion Landing"



ALLIUM GREAT ROOM: Energy, strength, power, determination as well as passion, desire, and love. Carpet: Shaw carpet tiles in Casco Punch; Textiles: Architex Angela Adams Spike Punch and Architex Angela Adams Hazel Pinot Noir; Light fixture Moooi Dandelion Chandelier.



In the book Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury, the wine is a metaphor for packing all of the joys of summer into a single bottle. Life is like a dandelion, after flowering is finished, the dandelion flower head dries out. The dried petals and stamens drop off, the bracts reflex, and the parachute ball opens into a full sphere. Finally, the seed-bearing parachutes expand and lift out and the parachutes lose their feathered structure and take on a fuzzy, cotton-like appearance, often called “dandelion snow.” Once landed, they sprout and the cycle continues.

Dandelion Wine is the inspiration for the design for Dandelion Landing, an assisted living facility. Although the occupants have parachuted to their final dwelling, all the joys of life remain. Incorporating the therapeutic value of colors, sunny citron embellishes the common areas increasing confidence and joy. The great room and gaming room are awash with red punch - an emotionally intense color stimulating circulation and alertness. The library bubbles in blue tonality lowering stress and promoting intellect. And rich chocolaty browns and neutral waves of wheat symbolizing orderliness and convention adorn the dining rooms. Modern furnishings, bold patterned textiles, coordinating flooring, exuberant lighting and geometric patterned wall coverings complement the sphere of a home filled with memories and wisdom







   


CELANDINE COFFEE SHOP: Joy, happiness, intellect, and energy. Carpet: Shaw carpet tiles in Haven Citron; Textiles: Architex Angela Adams Hazel Citron and Architex Angela Adams Munjoy Citron; Wallcovering; MDC Angela Adams Collection Casco.

  


PERENNIAL KNOWLEDGE CENTER: Trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, and intelligence. Carpet: Shaw carpet tiles in Jimi Bluebird; Textiles: Architex Angela Adams Ivaloo Dusk and Architex Angela Adams Teddy Robins Egg; Wallcovering; MDC Angela Adams Collection Betty Suede.

 

Hand Rendering - The Best Meditation

There are so many fancy ways to render on the computer, but the good old fashioned hand rendering is still the best. And on a raining day like today, there is no better form of meditation.

Rendering Styles

RENDERING



photorealistic



I am always rendering!! And someone asked me recently, “uh, what is rendering?” Rendering it is a drawing in perspective of a proposed structure. In art, it is the presentation, expression, or interpretation of an idea or concept. With my most recent project, I experimented with several different types of rendering techniques. The photorealistic rendering is created in Revit. I took this “photo” and applied many different techniques in Photoshop to create two distinct interpretations to express my concept. In my presentation I decided to use the conceptual rendering (last one). The project was to create an upscale corporate office for an architectural firm. I choose the architectural firm Snohetta, because the firm emphasizes the relationship between architecture and landscape in all its design processes and is strongly committed to teamwork through openness and transparency, all philosophies I embrace.



oil painting



CONCEPT

As Snohetta takes its name from a snow covered mountain with high peaks and deep crevasses, my concept is to use crisp white veneers, upholstery and a refreshing cool glacial color palette coupled with earthy tones and amble daylighting fostering a sense of mountainous terrains. Interior glass curtain walls further punctuate an airy openness, while modern furnishings provide classic ambiance. 

DESIGN



conceptual



My design includes a curvilinear reception desk “summit” with natural wood veneers for the base and white veneers for the glacier cap. In an avalanche of repetition, pendants in the lobby dangle like talus rappelling down the summit. A central gathering area is a pass through the ridge in a “lounge-based” work setting that host teams and technology in comfort. A bivy of teaming vignettes further encourages spontaneous, informal meetings for brainstorming and creativity. Marketing and Administrative staff share alcoves of versatile workspaces that readily adapt to an open plan facilitating easy communication. The timberline of privacy screens for the Production staff creates a focused environment for head-down work yet allows for moderate interaction between coworkers. Flexible conference components in the Training Room orienteer to varying group needs. Multimedia and interactive meetings in the elegant Conference Room accommodate a breadth of requirements like a pointed spire.

  











Morada Brewpub Thesis Project

projectDESCRIPTION
 Adaptively reuse the old Morada Market to create and differentiate an inviting urban-contemporary microbrewery that departs from the dark, smoky, male-dominated stereotypical local tavern.

designDIRECTIVE

The restaurateur wants a design that revolves around a theme, but takes a subtle approach which gives diners a feel for what they are about to get, but leaves a little bit to the imagination — a trendy fine dining establishment with a relaxed casual chic vibe that may or may not be a brewpub. It feels sophisticated and futuristic, but homey and reminiscent of old world charm. The central design elements are organic, but geometric, pulling in the background of the building — a corner market — to evoke an authentic sense of place. The patrons should feel happy, relaxed and at ease, but excited as the fun environment draws them in.




Communal Dining Table



Loggia Dining





 designSOLUTION

The design pulls inspiration from the very definition of morada — habitat and mulberry-colored; and the abundance of heritage oak trees in the area. Juxtaposing industrial elements with warm woods, geometric forms and shapes, and a color palette of graphite, violet, and fuchsia creates a textural enriching space. Steel elements are used abundantly in the brew house tanks, bar counter, casework and upward arching sculptures evoking a sense of excitement. Large sculptures with a narrow stem base fluting out into a conical umbrella made of rebar mimic the shape of an oak tree. Wood floors flank the lounge and dining areas providing a warm balance against the metal elements. Bright and patterned textiles cover the booths and benches, while oxblood faux leather on the barstools reminds that this is also a tavern. Large cylindrical glass pendants drip from the ceiling like pilsner glasses waiting to be filled by the craft beer brewed onsite.

Booth Dining



"Closed Loop" Tote Bags

Textile samples are one of my favorite things and when I had the opportunity to snatch up some discontinued samples destined for the landfill I decided to do a little recycling, reusing, and repurposing. Viola, "Closed Loop" Tote Bags where designed. Closed loop is a recycling term which describes the manufacture of a new object completely from the recycled material of earlier objects. Everyone needs a tote bag for groceries, lunches, or just junk. Each bag is unique and fun!! Last week at my Portfolio Show I gave away thirty bags and they were a big hit.

Portfolio Show

Frantically working on preparing my project for the Portfolio Show March 24th. My Thesis project is the Morada BrewPub. I have been working on it for six months now and I am so excited with the results. Please come and check out my work!!
http://www.aiportfolioshow.com/sacramento