2. Design Manifesto
Designers make complex information simple. Wherever designs
are taken, they can be communicated and understood. As interior
designers, we have the responsibility to improve the quality of life
for every being and everything through the designed environment
and sustainability practices. Design thrives on previous experiences
and knowledge. Through learning and sharing of knowledge do we
become successful designers and design for the better.
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4. Swede Hollow Health & Wellness Center
Design Concept
The design of the
Swede Hollow health and
wellness center is to cre-
ate an “iridescent trans-
parency” that:
Creates possibilities,
facilitates growth, and is
an engaging space that is a
supportive means to patient-
centered health care.
Incorporates elements of the
butterfly, a symbol of transi-
tion, celebration, lightness,
and soul.
Through the different layers
of opacity and transparency,
honesty and trust can be re-
vealed.
Provides holistic care in a
safe, secure, and supportive
environment, which will pre-
serve dignity, self-esteem,
and empower individuals.
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First Floor Plan
Second Floor Plan
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l Curvilinear lines, shapes and furniture
incorporates the butterfly.
l Cool hues and natural materials cre-
ate a relaxing environment.
l Flexible furniture allows for access-
ability.
l Waiting area features history of
Swede Hollow Area.
Reception Area Perspective
Second Floor Waiting Area Perspective Exam Room Perspective
6. Coffee Cup Shop
Design Concept
The design of the Cof-
fee Cup Shop is to cre-
ate a warm and welcoming
environment for customers
and visitors. The design in-
corporates several seating
options located on both
floors. To take advantafe
of the river view, the de-
sign incorporates seating
areas that extend out for
customers to have a closer
view. The design also in-
corporates community
integration through a small
open gallery that will fea-
ture local artists and small
events. The custom door
design will incorporate the
Coffee Cup Shop logo as
well as be designed with a
geometric intent to unify
the space of the coffee
shop.
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First Floor Plan
Second Floor Plan
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l Modern atmosphere created through
simple geometric designs.
l Warm hues and natural materials cre-
ate a relaxing environment.
l Stainless steel appliances are inte-
grated for health and safety.
l Design features a gallery space for
local artist to display artwork.
First Floor Seating Area
Gallery and Stair Perspective Barista Perspective
8. Design Concept
Stepping Stone
Through the steps
in which interior design
has or has not taken on
its way to becoming a
recognized profession,
ASID remains an inte-
gral part in which ASID
navigates the stepping
stones that caters to
students, profession-
als, and clients alike. The
ASID Headquarters will
be designed to invoke
a fresh and inspiring en-
vironment that reflects
the intent of the orga-
nization and the impor-
tance of the Interior De-
sign Industry.
ASID Corporate Headquarters
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Office Floor Plan
Reflected Ceiling Plan
9. l Design incorporates subtle hues of
ASID logo with pops of orange for inter-
est.
l Open office allows for collaboration,
communication, and eliminates hierarchi-
cal separation.
l Individual pods (office area) becomes
stepping stones of ASID.
Board Room Perspective
Collaboration Area Perspective Office Area Perspective
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10. Culturally Sensitive Housing
Design Concept
Intersections
The crossroads at
which cultures clash and
new traditions blend with
the old. Points of inter-
sections reflects cultural
differences merging,
creating, and forming a
new part that defines a
home as well as an indi-
vidual. Each culture bor-
rows and reinterprets
pieces of identity from
one another, and still
retains its own culture.
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11. l Enclosed kitchen retains gender
separation and cooking smells.
l Warm, natural hues are used to re-
tain the Somali cultural identity.
l Stainless steel appliances are inte-
grated to retain the mainstream identity.
l Living room as central core, the in-
tersection of culture and traditions.
Kitchen Perspective
Breakfast Nook Perspective Living Room Perspective
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12. Luminaire Design
Design Concept
Fusion
The design of the luminaire
is inspired by the Mercedes
Benz SLR McLaren. The de-
sign reflects the sleek and eye
catching design of the McLar-
en. LED rope lights are used
to create a soft and sparkling
effect as well as saves energy
usage. The design incorpo-
rates a curvilinear outer shell
composed of metallic fabric to
reflect the sheen of the McLar-
en. The bottom of the luminaire
incorporates a metal plate with
various sized circles to unify
the design as a whole. In hopes
that the luminaires will be used
commercially, it is designed to
be used specifically in a food
fusion restaurant.
Designers:
Mai XIong
Karena Boenigk
Serenity Bernston
Karen Garrido
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13. l Sleek and slender design integrated
with curved lines.
l LED rope lights use less energy con-
suption.
l Frosted acrylic glass hides direct
view of LED lights and acts as a diffuser
as wells as softens the lighting.
Light Fixture Perspective
Mercedes Benz McLaren Food Fusion Light Concept Perspective
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18. Art and Design
Design Concept
Art and Design go hand in hand
for me as a design student. I
strive to make designs simplis-
tic. My passion for the arts is
centered in the area of design-
ing accessories such as pillow
cases, vases, and prints that
can be hung as wall art. I am
constantly looking to creating
new designs and welcome con-
structive feedback to improve
my work.
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21. SKILLS
- Proficient in hand drafting & ren-
dering, and space planning
- Relief and Screen Printing
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Hmong
SOFTWARE
CAD
- AutoCAD 2012
- Revit 2012
DESIGN
- Adobe Photoshop CS5
- Adobe Indesign CS5
- Adobe Illustrator CS5
3-D MODELING
- Google Sketchup 8
OTHERS
- Microsoft Word 2010
- Microsoft Excel 2010
- Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
- ProShow Producer 5
Resume
OBJECTIVE
To contribute to the continued growth and success of an organiza-
tion, while working in an environment that will challenge me further in
collaborating and communicating with others, expanding in areas of
critical thinking, innovation, and design knowledge.
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA l GRADUATED MAY 2012 l GPA: 3.25
- Bachelors of Science - Bachelors of Arts
Interior Design Major Art Major
HONORS & AWARDS
- Nominated for the President’s Student Leadership and
Service Award, Spring 2012
- Outstanding Academic Achievement, Multicultural Excellence
Program, 2010-2012
- Multicultural Excellence Program Scholarship recipient
- Salovich Scholarship recipient
- Odegard Scholarship in Design recipient
LEADERSHIP
- Interior Design Student Representative on the Design
Student and Alumni Board
- Student President of the College of Design Student Board
EXPERIENCE
VOLUNTEER FACILITATOR l TWIN CITIES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY l
SEPTEMBER 2012 – CURRENT
- Engage and facilitate “Build. Think. Act” educational activities
on site with volunteers.
- Support site supervisors, volunteers, and homeowners in the
painting and rehabilitation of existing homes of qualified low-
income homeowners.
- Assist and prepare work sites for volunteers activities.
- Supervise and manage groups of 15-20 volunteers and
homeowners on site.
- Communicate with homeowners through translating and
demonstrating painting instructions.
EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
GALLERY GREETER l GOLDSTEIN MUSEUM OF DESIGN l JUNE 2010
– MAY 2012
- Performed clerical duties and communicated with students,
guests and visitors.
- Collaborated with Interior Design Department to promote
museums
resources and collections to students.
INTERN l S&T OFFICE INTERIORS GROUP l SEPTEMBER 2011 –
JANUARY 2012
- Assisted Resource Librarian with filing, organization, and
maintenance of resource library.
- Assisted and collaborated with designers and sales repre
sentatives in generating floor plans in AutoCAD and Project
Matrix for clients while keeping budgets in mind.
- Communicated with sales representatives in ordering samples
and learning about new products.
INTERN l KATHERINE E. NASH GALLERY l SUMMER 2011
- Handled incoming and outgoing artworks.
- Assisted curators with installation of artworks from layout to
lighting.
VOLUNTEER
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SCHOLARS PROGRAM l SEPTEMBER
2006 – MAY 2012
- Completed 400 hours of community service and service
learning courses involving community projects, including the
redesign of Boom Island State Park, Edison High School
library, and the IIDA People Serving People Project in
the spring of 2011.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- NEWH member since 2010
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