The design concept is based on the original style of the home as well as by the art and furniture that the family has collected over the years. Asian art, specially contributes to a majority of the furniture attributes as the homeowner are of Asian-American decent. The elevation below shows the dining room with the kitchen and living room.

All of the fabrics are made from organic materials and were hand made. The setting is in a contemporary approach, softened with draperies and soft curved lines as seen in the sofa.

Below are examples of the sustainable materials applied to the pieces.

The second level of the home is spatially placed considerably away from high traffic. The master bedroom is located down the hall and incorporates the master bath with a his and her toilet and a jacuzzi tub continuing into the spacious master closet. Within the space, a study and workroom is located near the master bedroom. At the opposite side of the hall are the bedrooms were it will be occupied by the children.

Above is an elevation of the master bedroom, master bath, walk in closet and kids room along with the furniture pieces that were selected for the space.

The basement level features a media room with top of the line built in sound system, a fully equipped home gym, a recreation/game room and a two-car garage.

After carefully studying Frank and Ruby Ramey, I’ve come to a conclusion that the design of the space should not dictate their lifestyle rather their lifestyle should dictate the space. Bringing in their likes of traditional and contemporary styles. The couple at the time were in their 60’s and are both starting to experience some medical problems. Ruby is recovering from hip surgery and often walks with a cane and Frank is often forgetful about things and has problems seeing far. Both the bathroom and kitchen are ADA compliant and also would like to bring them more up to date sense of style by going with neutral color palette from Ivory to muted reds.

I also designed a new look to the Victorian style that Ruby loves by mixing them with a contemporary twist with their furnishing. Frank plays the guitar and loves to sing and write songs. He is going to have a room dedicated to his passion in music. Each space is going to have a different feel to them also considering circulation.

The frames on the furniture are from sustainable species and hand made. The fabrics are from organic materials and hand made.

Perspective sketch of the dining room and is also ADA compliant. The rug is floor inserted and the bamboo stained floors are built around the rug.

The master bathroom is designed around the couples ideal love for the Victorian setting mixed with contemporary designs. The sketch above shows a corner shot of the master tub with a fireplace operated with a safety gas unit with an easy on/off switch. The master bathroom also has a his and hers vanity and extra seating in the space.

Sketch of the chandelier and dining table.

Oliver, Machado and Associates are located in the heart of one of the most exciting cities, Atlanta, GA. This Atlanta office is a national advertising agency whose won many awards because their vibrant and energetic design approach to advertisement. Oliver, Machado and Associates easily blended in to the 10,000 sq. ft. building shell into a dynamic ADA-compliant interior of functional work spaces, a sense of hierarchy as well as its open floor plan which makes it more of casual space. Taking into consideration the company’s present position within the industry, as well as its future growth potential.
It was important to have flexible workstations that maximizes the company’s ability to respond to change and capitalize on bringing natural light into the environment. The concept for the firm is to create a functional, progressive and exciting space that allows the company’s continuous capital growth. With the concerns of energy efficiency, an overall space will be designed efficiently and use environmentally friendly products to keep energy costs down.

The design of the space is based on an open linear organizational plan, which contributed to a direct hierarchal system. The space utilizes smooth and non-offensive colors to reinforce the professionalism of the company as well as encourage productivity. The result is an energetic environment that reflects the vision and theory within Oliver, Machado and Associates.

Above are examples of how the concept evolved from theory to applying the space and furniture. The initial sketch of the floor plan incorporates the corporate world of hierarchy level. Furniture will vary from honeycomb-shaped workstations to a typical associate level office furniture setup.

Upon entering the offices, the lobby begins to display the aesthetics of nature. The receptionist counter is finished in high gloss green to remind one of nature and given an organic feel.

The perspective displays the kind of environment the company is all about. The break room is equipped with its own kitchen, refrigerator and a vending machine. It also has modern cabinetry and a locker system for employees. A stainless steel wall is integrated into the space which serves as a dry erase surface for ideas and inspiration.

The picture above shows the inspiration for the kitchen area of the break room. The materials used for cabinetry is high-gloss wood. Also shown are a table and two types of seating, one that is conventional and the other being a lounge-type with a detachable lap top tray.

Project Niketown is located inside the North Point Mall in Alpharetta, GA. The mall is undergoing some updating and were looking to introduce new merchants and maintain their status as one of the best shopping malls to visit in Georgia.

Project Niketown will be the first all in one sports store that incorporates actual areas for testing out shoes with actual surfaces designed specifically for the shoes. The three areas are running, golf and basketball.
To add to the aesthetics of the place, Pop Art is going to set the theme throughout the building as well as highlight the architecture of the retail store.

Suggesting open floor plan for versatility of merchandise.

Store front idea, clear glass suspended signage.

Along with the open floor plan, customers will have a chance to run on an actual track, shoot basketballs, or take a swing on a virtual golf course.

Above is a series of sketches that represents unique features of Niketown.

The store is divided into two spaces. The first level contains the majority of the merchandise including storage, employee break room, and egress. The second level is accessible via elevator or floating steps.

Above is a sketch elevation of the storefront.

Adhering to the architecture as well as the merchandise, a concept introducing a natural element to play with the space would be to draw up a ceiling design. The concept that took shape were clouds and the wind.

Phase one of model building, considering space for merchandise.

Hotel Azul and Verde Restaurant are located in the heart of the most dynamic city in the United States, New York City. Since New York is consistently adapting to new styles, trends and design, I’ve decided that this location is much in need of a hotel such as the hotel Azul and Verde restaurant. Inspired by water, the hotel exhibits forms of different wave patterns. Wave like elements drifts into the environment, seamlessly unifying with flowing water that calms the guests as they arrive. This cooling experience follows the architecture all throughout the entire hotel.
Also inspired from nature, Verde rejuvenates guests with the energizing and yet soothing tones of greens within the restaurant. The presence of nature is felt throughout the restaurant with organic architectural forms and clean soothing lines. The unique design and appearance of Azul and Verde will leave guests both inspired and refreshed.

Blocking diagram concept for the hotel and restaurant and bubble diagrams for Hotel Azul and Verde restaurant which will be located at the North point of the space for its own appeal.

Above is the preliminary sketch of signage upon entering the lobby with water falling for a tranquil greeting.

The front facade resembles a coral reef pattern that is made up of clear blue tinted glass and sealed together.

Perspective of the entrance with sensitive flooring that makes guests feel like they are walking on water.

Perspective of the entrance with sensitive flooring that makes guests feel like they are walking on water.

Sketch ideas of the check in counter.

The custom designed waiting bench in the lobby was inspired by a drop of water. Material used is polyester microfiber.

The hotel suites are of one of the most exclusive and relaxing rooms a guest could stay in. The concept of wave forms are custom designed within each space.

The hotel suites are of one of the most exclusive and relaxing rooms a guest could stay in. The concept of wave forms are custom designed within each space.

Each bedroom suites are influenced by wave patterns that also plays with the architecture of the space.

The FLOW bed is a good example of the wave like form. Inspired from the initial crashing wave, this custom design bed is made of fiberglass tinted in hues of blues and can absorb light for its luminous display. Patterns are also introduced to this material and my also vary in design.

VERDE RESTAURANT

Verde Restaurant is positioned at the North point of the building shell. It is an ideal spatial concept due to guests arriving and departing for its local point.

The restaurant has an organic look to the building as well as the interior. Its concept is based upon organic fusion dishes.

Floor Perspective.

Mezzanine floor plan, dining and bar perspective, and set design for mezzanine and banquet

The lighting design for LORENC + YOO Office was inspired by minimalism and technological design concepts. The objective is to embellish on the architecture and also company’s collectibles. The lighting system will provide and enhance a bright, clean appearance for the space. in able to achieve these tasks, three layers of lighting technique shall be executed within each space. Ambient lighting will give the even, general overall lighting as Task lighting will specifically illuminate certain tasks as reading, writing or for art work and Decorative will provide most of the sparkle in the space.

In areas that have exposed ceilings, an indirect lighting system will be used to accentuate the ceiling work and upper walls so that the space appears brighter. In confined areas like hallways, wall mounted fixtures and recessed floor lighting will be used to graze and emphasize certain features like the barn doors that have been restored and are mounted as an offset to the design.

Within the offices and studios, all three layers are still executed but will focus more on the task lighting due to computer work or reading. Applying the two core concepts and proper layering, the lighting will create a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

The key plan above shows symbols of fixtures that are being used to obtain layers of light on each space.

The fixtures above contrast the technological approach idea.

Above is the type of lighting fixture that will graze the barn doors that was restored by the owner and also allow light to point upwards so that it will highlight the exposed beams above.

A custom design lighting used for ambient lighting in the studio space. inspired from clouds, this luminaries is made from fiberglass suspended and supported by LED lighting.