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JLJanet Little

09429 Center Road New Knoxville, OH 45871E: [email protected] P: 567.204.2652.

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Growing up in a small farm town, I quickly learned that I would have to venture outside of my bubble in order to fulfill my dreams. Throughout

the years I have packed my Midwestern values with me, but I have pushed myself outside of my comfort zone through life’s adventures and travels.

Today I find fulfillment in taking a handful of ideas and making them into a unified story, product, or space. Studying Interior Architecture at

Miami University has given me the opportunity to design both locally and internationally. Design allows me to utilize my creative abilities to make the visions of clients become a reality while drawing inspiration from

photographs, magazines, nature, and my own life experiences. The journey of my adventures has been as valuable of experiences as the destinations.

Welcome to my story.

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Los Angeles Shanghai Istanbul

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New York City Zurich Boston

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Rehabilitation & Counseling Center for Homeless Veterans

Capstone Studio

LosAngeles

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Project Description:

Concept:

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Roots:

Create a space of your choice that houses different uses for a group of complex specified users that is over 30,000 sq. ft. in size. The topic of

choosing must be important to you. Students will be expected to thoroughly research through scholarly journals and

books.

Homelessness is on the rise, especially for veterans. A space of over 30,000 sq.

ft. will incorporate temporary residential housing, rehabilitation, and career services. This will be successful through the incorporation of indoor gardens, which are proven to reduce

anxiety, elevate mood, and be therapeutic. These areas can act as

meeting places to promote social inter-action as well as teach horticulture (one of the most recommended professions

for people with PTSD).

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The site for Roots is in downtown Los Angeles,

home to the largest population of homeless veterans in the United States. Within LA, is Culver City which is located less than five miles from Skid Row, home to over 17,000

homeless. Other reasons for choosing this loca-tion included the prox-imity to UCLA Medical and Psychiatric Hospi-tals as well as the VA.

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UCLA Medical Campus

Roots

Site Analysis & Sun Path Diagrams

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First Floor Plan Second Floor Plan

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Having small gathering areas is important for the social interactions between occupants.

Engaging with others and having conversa-tions with individuals who can empathize is necessary to overcome depression and create

friendships. These areas are located outside of the occupants’ indi-

vidual rooms, which are also lined with acousti-cal panels to keep noise from being disruptive.

To be budget conscious, I took advantage of the water pipes already in use for the yoga studio’s waterfall wall. A feature water wall is also in place in the hallway on the

opposite side. Features like this element help to incorporate a green environment that is natural. Trickling water sounds have been proven to lessen severe anxiety and

relieve stress in individuals with PTSD.

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A yoga studio is integrated into the design to help teach breathing techniques, meditation, and encourages physical activity. The built - in storage allows space for yoga mats and personal belongings. The waterfall wall contributes to

the serenity of the space to promote relaxation.

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Garden Inspiration

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Handicapped Accessible Room Perspectivewith Dropped Ceiling Installation

Every room at Roots is handicapped accessible as well as private. While some facilities choose to house as

many individuals as possible, I found that more individualized care is more likely to break the cycle of homelessness. Through research, I

found that the homeless need a place to call their own in order to feel secure. Only after feeling safe

and having a piece of ownership can individuals be treated for other mental and physical problems.

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ShanghaiRetail Studio

Flower Shop in Shanghai

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Project Description:

Concept: Create an experience for the

customer using the idea of floating from the direct translation of Shanghai,

“Above the Sea”. This will be done through materiality, product displays, and programming of the flower shop.

Above the Seed:

For an expat client, design a 400 sq. ft. flower shop in Shanghai ,

China that would be used by other Western expats and Chinese patrons. The client requests a

modern aesthetic of “1930’s meets 2015.” Project will be completed

in teams of three.

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Shanghai is a small port city bursting with historical contexts, yet continues to move toward the future. Today, it is the most populated city in China and is a metropolis of art, business, and architecture. The same love for old and

new came into our concept of repurposing old materials to the aesthetics of a futuristic Shanghai. Modern, unorthodox forms contrast traditional geometrics.

The entrance includes a repur-

posed sliding door which is similar to

that used in the old Shanghai fishing markets. Hanging terrariums create

whimsical elements at different levels

and make a futuris-tic sea for custom-

ers to enjoy.

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Cut Flowers

Commercial Flowers

Bouquets

Vases Display

Work Station

Cash Wrap

Storage

Office Space

Bathroom

The use of refurbished wood is a historical

reference to the fishing crates used in the port. Textured walls add a

modern aesthetic. Red ceramic vases cantilever

over the flooring to create an illusion of

floating.

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Longitudinal Section Cut

Our space glorifies the transformation of Shanghai from a small fishing village to one of the largest port cities of the world. The forward focus of the city is a reflection of subtleties of the past. The space ensures customers feel the essence of Shanghai’s roots, while appreciating the developmental process of a cosmopolitan metropolis. Shanghai translates to “Above the Sea” so our group decided to name the flower shop “Above the Seed.” We mimic the form of a wave with different heights of vases utilizing transparent materials such as glass. The project was created by two architects and one interior designer (me).

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Section Cut through Immediate Displays

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Arrangement Types & Materiality

Perspective of Prearranged Flower and Vase Displays

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Summer Studio

Istanbul

Study Abroad

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Retail Studio

New York City

Men’s Pop - Up Shopin the Meatpacking

District

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Project Description:

Concept:

Bonobos:

Create a “pop-up-shop” in the Meat-packing district of New York City that

communicates the Bonobos brand within a 1250 sq. ft. (25 ft. wide x 50

ft. long x 14 ft. tall) environment. Designs must also convey the Bonobos graphics and signage. It must also have a digital element since Bonobos is an

e-commerce store for men.

I was inspired by a pair of Jimmy Choos trudging through meat sludge on the cobblestone streets of NYC.

Combining a desirable product with undesirable elements creates a visual

interest for customers. Design is influenced by the history of NYC’s meatpacking district. The Bonobos

store is geared especially toward men who hate to shop- but love to look

stylish.

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Keeping with the company’s green initiative, construction is made from reused materials.Locally found metal sheeting adorns the facade while referencing cutting platforms that meatpackers used to use for butchering. Reclaimed wood and exposed brick keep this

space raw.

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Using sustainable materials allows for a decrease in con-

struction cost, reducing depen-dence on imported, higher-cost

alternatives.

Grid walls when combined with face-outs and signage act as a home for merchandise.

Walls are made from recycled metal scraps that are then

fabricated into panels.

Panel fixtures are made from alusion, stabilized aluminum foam created from recycled metal. The skin is removed through a special blasting

process, allowing an aluminum sponge to form.

Tables and platforms are created from plant-based agri-cultural wastes. These come

from the cultivation of maize crops, providing natural fibers that are a sustainable resource

for production.

Material Diagram

While using a space that is raw, design decisions incorporate fit, technology, and

sustainable materials. The store is the perfect experience for men with shopping made easy and fun through sarcastic slang,

unique packaging, technology, and the clothes - or as we call it “the meat.”

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Bonobos is an online store, so incorporating digital elements was of high importance. If

the line is too long, customers can make their orders online at the I-pad checkout.

Digital signage also plays an important role in the marketing and advertising of the Bono-bos brand. This also allows for employees to spend more of their time with their custom-

ers instead of changing signage.

Packaging inspiration comes from meatpackers wrapping in freezer paper as well as tying pork loins with string. Wrapping clothes like meat

gives Bonobos consumers a fun experience and promotes the brand.

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Bonobos Cash Wrap & I-pad Checkout

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Zurich The Chair

Furniture Studio

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Make a replication of a chair from a famous designer that

inspires you or design your own chair. Chairs must be proportional,

stable, and well crafted. Original designs and dimensioning will be

crafted through AutoCad drawings.

Project Description:

Concept:

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3Legged:

I created the MWC chair or the Mini-mal Wood Chair by Florian Hauswirth

through a collection of photographs and my own CAD drawing propor-

tions. The original inspiration of Hauswirth’s design was a wooden oarwhich is evident in the backrest. The

chair includes three legs, one spanning the entire height of the chair that was

cut using a router. Hauswirth is part of a design group called Postfossil where

he is a furniture and product designer.

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Profile of MWC

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Notched Connection

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Through this project, I have a newfound appreciation and respect for furniture

designers. Calculations have to be perfect as well as proportionate. Creating a chair is a trial in itself, but creating a chair that is usable is another matter. It took several

mock - ups to get this chair to be stable enough to sit in.

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Rehabilitation & Counseling Center

Corporate Studio

Boston

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Project Description:

Concept:

Rafanelli Events:

Create a corporate office for the design firm of your choice given

the provided floor plan. The office should be tailored to your company and should also take current corporate trends into

account.

I chose Rafanelli Events due to their reputable persona in the wedding design and coordinating industry.

Rafanelli relies heavily on the clien-tele for inspiration and then trans-

lates their needs into a personal vision. The layout focuses on using

the clients as the central point in the design, allowing them to maximize interactions between clients and employees and further produce

inspiration.

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1

0' - 0 11/32"

10' -

9"

1A106

1/8" = 1'-0"1 Level 9

Marketing

Conference

Large Conference

Coves

Touchdow

ns

Waiting

Coffee B

ar

Workstations

Design Team

Huddles

Break Area

Touchdow

ns

Material Library

IT Small Groups

Lobby

Reception

Lab

Women’s

Men

’s

Rafanelli Floor Plan

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Creating Geometries in Floor Plan

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Inspiration

Through research I found that small

meeting rooms are more highly utilized

than large conference rooms. Having more huddles allows for Rafanelli staff to meet with their clients or other

employees in semi - private settings.

Team rooms consist of two to three occu-pants per room and takes advantage of

limited space. Modern but comfort-able furnishings give

an updated look through bright

colors.

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Coffee Brasserie

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Rafanelli

Level 9112' - 0"

Roof126' - 0"

3/16" = 1'-0"1 Section 1

Upon entering Rafanelli, clients and employees can enjoy the coffee brasserie at the central point of the office. Tall bar stools and granite countertops evoke the feeling of a brewery instead of a workplace. Tables and chairs in groups of four allows for informal meetings and casual conversa-tions. The dropped ceiling creates a more intimate setting. Opaque panels separate the brasserie

from workstations and act as a sound barrier.

Brasserie and Workstation Section Cut

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Camp Harbor View

Whimsical

Humor

Luxurious

Graphics

Wording

Table Numbers

-like re

Tent CanopiesHanging Elements

LightingCandle Flute

Tall Floral

Arrangements

Plateware

Candlelight

Furniture Linens

Event Study: Wedding

Kristin & Tom

Whimsical

Humor

Luxurious

Architecture in

Table Numbers

Architecture in Menus

Tie-DyeInk Linens

Cake LinensLighting

Floral Colors

String Quartet

Service

Venue

Food

Service

Chandeliers

Place CardSetup

Draping FloralsChuppah

Wine glasses

Milk Glass

Event Study: Private

1980’s Party

Whimsical

Humor

Luxurious

Light Sabersin

Florals

Cassette TapeTable #’s

RadioCenterpieces

CandlesLighting

Glassware

Plateware

Vases

Linens

Customization

Food

Dance FloorShape

Neon Feathers

Florals

BathroomDecor Dance Floor

Graphics

Cookie Shapes

Favors

Dance FloorGraphics

Entertainment:Arcade Games

Videogame Cookies

CASE STUDY

Humor

Luxurious

Whimsical

Humor

Luxurious

Whimsical

Guest Seating

Reception

Work Stations

Inspiration Room

Huddles

Conference

Touchdowns

Adjacency Maps Case Study Map

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Hallway Perspective

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Lobby & Waiting Area Perspective

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Miami University Oxford, Ohio 2008 - 2013 Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design CIDA accredited

Conceptual design focus selected from competitive portfolio-based admission Minor of Family Relationships and Childhood Development

Yeditepe University Istanbul, Turkey 2013 Immersed in Turkish culture for eight weeks while studying architecture and interior design through hands on experience in design studio Created, wrote, and edited personal travel blog Collaborated with Turkish design students to create design process for theater in city-center of Kadikoy Generated drawings of landscape and architecture through watercolor and pencil renderings

Champlin Architecture Cincinnati, Ohio 2013 Interior Design Internship

Coordinated all meetings and luncheons and acted as a communicator between sales representatives and designers

Created finish boards for designers and clients primarily for branded environments in the healthcare and corporate sectors Concept Development through sketching, BIM, and Adobe Creative Suite Developed space planning and floor plans through AutoCAD

SPECIALTIES

ConceptualDesign

Space Planning

AdobeCreative

Suite

JL Janet Little

EDUCATION

09429 Center Road New Knoxville, OH 45871E: [email protected] P: 567.204.2652.

EXPERIENCE

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I mmersed in Turkish culture for eight weeks while studying architecture and i nterior design through hands on experience in design studio C reated, wrote, and edited personal travel blog C ollaborated with Turkish design students to create design process for theater i n city-center of Kadikoy Champlin Architecture Cincinnati, Ohio 2013 Interior Design Internship C oordinated all meetings and luncheons and acted as a communicator between sales representatives and designers C reated finish boards for designers and clients primarily for branded e nvironments in the healthcare and corporate sectors Adobe Creative Suite 5 AutoCAD Revit SketchUp Drafting Sketching Hand & Digital Rendering Woodworking Microsoft Office

Design - Build Furniture Studio 2012 2 - Dimensional Art Studio 20093 - Dimensional Art Studio 2009Drawing I Studio 2009Drawing II Studio 2009Graphic Design 2009

Student Advisory Council School of Architecture 2012 - 2013 Planned Fall and Spring Exhibit Shows

IIDA International Interior Design Association 2009 - 2013

Professor Selection Committee Interior Design 2013Gymnastics Coach Miami University Recreation 2013

Trained twenty - five youth Alpha Rho Chi Isidorus Chapter 2011 - 2012Alpha Omicron Pi Omega Chapter 2009 - 2012KAA Kids Across America 2009

Camp Counselor for inner - city youth

SPECIALIZED COURSEWORK

PROGRAMS

INVOLVEMENT

Traveled to Seattle, Chicago, & Grand Rapids for design firms