3-D Concept Model

Inspired by the bench in train depot's masculine aspects with unexpected famine details created my 3D concept model. To emphasize the masculines, I used thin sheet of metal. I also used leather to represent femininity.The regional artist, 'Henry Hillman ,Jr.' was also the inspiration for my model.He does glass sculpture and entire of his glass collection has strong angular form however, he adds unexpected details and colors inside of the glass. By applying this in my model, I attached curved metal detail in inner part of my model as a representation of unexpected detail. The color scheme is from my textile design.

Key words for concept Model
:Famine, Masculine, connection, simplicity

2-D Sketch:

Study Models:

Final Concept Model:



(In the picture above, you can see the
famine and masculine aspects due to use of different materials )

Textile design

I submitted my pattern design to 'spoon flower', and this company printed out my textile design on linen-cotton fabric. I wish I would have been change the size of the pattern module. The color was different than what I expected. For future design work, I will order the sample fabirc first then, make my final decision on it.

Modules to Pattern

Module #1

Terad color scheme (Top Left)/ Analogous color scheme (Top Right)

Module#2

Split complementary color scheme (Top Left)/ Tetrad color scheme (Top Right)

Final Module

Split Complementary Color scheme

Abstraction to Modules

Inspiration:

The antique bench in train depot

Partis

Studio Reflection

On February 12th, the regional artist, Carrie Ville invited interior design students to her new studio that was located in Colfax. The studio was located a few hundred feet away from her house. Her original studio was located in a basement of the residence however; she was often distracted by house chores. This is the reason why she built her studio away from home. When I first stepped into her studio, my first impression was comforting like I usually felt when I visit a house. All the small art pieces and warm-yellow Halogen lighting had very dramatic effect. Also the windows brought natural light to the space which made studio feel more like home. The work space was limited but, if she makes more shelves, this problem can be solved. The furniture arrangement depending on her work preference pose was very impressing. One of the interesting aspects about this space was, it had several lightings for different tasks. She had halogen track lights to evoke dramatic effects when her clients visited the studio. She also had florescent lights for her art work during night time. I learned that the layout of the studio can vary depending on the artist. For my artist’s studio, I realized that I need to ask specific questions and really understand what process he goes through to create one fine art piece.

WSU Art Museum Reflection

“Pause Art & Architecture”

Different from the last time I visited the museum, the WSU Art Museum had a totally different theme and layout for the gallery. In order to set up a temporary gallery for the next coming up gallery by different artists, the interior walls were movable. The size of one partial wall was an ideal for only about one or two art pieces. In this gallery, all the partial walls were lined up together and the gaps between those were simply covered with a tape. This way, the gallery had more space to display art pieces. The color of the walls was white, which barely distracted the art pieces. I learned that if I am displaying 3-D art pieces in the gallery, I must consider the cretin angles. This way, it will evoke the curiosity and encourage viewers to explore deeper.

Vision Disability Workshop Reflection

Reflection Sketch:Crytal
Reflection Sketch: Starbucks Sign

I experienced vision disability by wearing sun glasses that was covered with Vaseline. The thin layer of Vaseline made my vision not completely blind, but offered the blurry vision to identify some objects. Not being able to see well, I realized that I am always exposed to hazardous situation. Finding the location of the stair was impossible unless my partner indicated the location for me. Going up and down the stairs felt very insecure despite of the rail on the side. With the glasses on, it was impossible to find the defined edges of the first and last steps of the stairs. I noticed that I can verify the object better under natural light instead of artificial lighting. I observed this from my partner, crystal. When she was exposed to daylight, she tended know where she was going without my help. However, when she was getting into the elevator or the restroom where the natural light was limited, it was hard for her to find where she wanted to go.
Using the ATM without any assistance required patience. If I am using the ATM for the first time I would have given up. WSU CU ATM has an audio set for assisting people who have impaired vision. In order to use this service, you need to plug your own headphone into the machine. With my glasses on, I did not even know they offered this service, and it was impossible to find hole to plug the headphones in. Luckily, I had a headphone, so we got to hear the instruction about how to use the ATM. Listening to the instruction took more than 5 minutes. During the instructions, you need to memorize where all things are located then, try it on your own. I know installing high tech- assistant system will cost more, but it would be fair for people who have vision impairment. I think this universal design needs to be applied throughout the entire building environment to meet the basic human rights.
In order to input the universal design aspects in the cub, this building needs to replace all the signs. The lettering size of the signs does not meet the standard size for people who have visual impairment. For example, the restroom sign is hard to distinguish by people even though they have normal vision. The artificial lighting in the building especially in the restroom and elevators also needs to change. It would be more helpful, if the restroom had more color contrasts between the wall and the stall.
This workshop, helped me to realize, how dangerous and uncomfortable it is to being blind. In order to design for those who have vision impairment, I learned that I need to put myself in her or his shoes first and look at how the environment is in different perspective view.

Unified Indivisual

Inspiration Object:

3-D Model:

Final Boards:

Model:

Process Packet:

http://www.scribd.com/doc/24274534/Process-Packet

(My process work is available in this website!)

When I saw this triangular shape object, I immediately picked it up because of the unusual shape. On the bottom of the object, there was two different colors blue and white; which provided me the inspiration to design the residence. Based on the inspiration, I made a 3D model and translated the inspiration, ‘unifying Individual’, in the residence. One of the client is in a wheelchair; so, everything in the house needed to meet the ADA requirement. In this design, I focused on creating individual space for each family member while I created the ideal circulation for the wheelchair user. Also, in order to unify the individualism among the family and space, I placed the family gathering place in the center of the house.
I was running out of time when I was making the presentation boards, so all the final renderings were pretty rough. However, it still showed that my rendering skills improved from the past few months. It is more interesting and appealing to the client, if you have several renderings of the space. However, I wish I had a main perspective in decent size.
Throughout the whole time when I designing the residence, I realized that I needed to improve my time management skills. For the next design project, I need to practice marker lettering also, have a better understanding of the board layout to create the ideal board.

Black and White Bathroom

Presentaion Board

Concept Model

Study Model

Inspired by a feather, this is my first bathroom design. The requirement for this design was to have the toilet and sink area meet the ADA standard. Also, this room needed to contain a laundry area. Inspired by the color of the feather, this bathroom is in black and white. The common black and white room is simple yet modern looking. However, I added a few delicate aspects in my design; such as an arched bathroom entrance with two columns, ball-shaped lights, and rugs which build more character to the space. It also provides softness, like a feather. The bath and laundry room is separated in order to provide privacy and quiet space. The laundry room is small, yet accessible for ADA standard and have plenty storage space along the walls. With a big color contrast, this room is apprealing yetprovides softness and smoothness to the space. For the next room design, I will try to make the presentation board more pleasing with some graphics in the background.

6years old, Twin brothers Room

Final Presentaion Board :

3D Concept Model :

Room Model :

This was my first time to design a children room. The room was designed for 6 years old twin brothers. The general requirements for this room was, the room must be transitional for later years and accommodates both alone and play space. Also, this room requires the space for sleep, study, TV, storages for toys, book, and clothes.
My inspiration was from a children book, “The Fence” by Jan Balet. In the book, the author uses bright hues such as pink and purple. I decided to use ‘pink’ in boys’ room because I wanted to break the typical notion that ‘boys rooms must be in blue.’ By the different wall paint, the study, play, and bed area are divided. The addition of the stairs and wall plays a role to separate space and provide more storage. In the bedroom, I used pink as wall decoration. In the play area which is in the upper space of the room, the storages and couches are in pink. In the study area, the shelf is in pink contrast with sky-blue wall paint.
Since my client is 6 to 8 years, my presentation board would catch their attention right away. I attached all the little sketches in different heights because kids at this age start differentiating height. I wanted to use bold colors for the children’s room. However, I am scared of using bright and bold hues. I could have painted the wall with dark pink or something else; but, I used pink as an accent color through the room. I need to study relation of colors and be confident about using it next time.