My Design Philosophy

Photography

Photography is another hobby I enjoy. I love to capture my surroundings. I'm captivated by the elements of design and the simplicity of life.

The interiors shown here were just a few of the projects I designed while employed at, DZIN. Custom furniture, window treatments and tasteful accessories complete the clients home desires.

Product Design "Juice Luminaires"

Juice Luminaires are custom table luminaires that were independently developed in my free time. Inspiration was taken from common objects that surrounded me and the need for two bedside lamps. While looking at retail magazines I realized that the luminaires being offered were boring and impersonal, so I began sketching my own.

This is a sample of my designs, as it began with lamps and has now flowed into other custom designs like furniture.

Thesis Design - "Wonderhaus High"

The design process for Wonderhaus High was an intense process, nonetheless, enjoyed throughly as it was well planned and received great reviews. This high school, leading approx. 400 students, is a progressive learning community; meaning that the shell of the exterior is a reused adaptable space that seeks to promote leadership and indivuality among its inhabitants. Students who choose to attend have the advantage of exploring various avenues for their future. Situated in an urban environment among the San Diego skyline, students experience an independent college-bound or employment-bound life at first hand. Students collaboratively work in teams on studio(classroom) projects or individually determining their future paths.

The interior of the building is raw and open as it is housed in the historial Wonderbread Factory, built in 1924. The concept for the space is to provide a comfortable transition for graduates. By using the projects developed in class and the surrounding environment, students will be inspired to attain their dreams. In addition to the exciting interior of the space, students are provided with a new philosophy on what school should be like. For example, all classrooms are now studios. The studios are flexible, in that, the whiteboard partitions located on either side are operable allowing for collaborative efforts between disciplines. The furniure used also promotes interaction. Relationship building is key to the success of the end-users, students and faculty alike.

For further information and a closer look, double-click on the image to view the Wonderhaus story.

Institutional Design - "The Art Institute - School of Fashion"

The Art Institute - School of Fashion was designed to incorporate the inspirational history of the industry so that students may use the space as a learning tool. Playful vintage accessories and finishes where chosen to foster creative design and highlight the displayed works of the buildings inhabitants. The square footage of the building provided ample space to expand studio's, workrooms, and resource spaces, as well as, the multi-purpose commons/runway breakout zone. This in turn, effectively maximizes comfort and adaptability for faculty and students. Finally, this learning environment will enhance the students drive to design exceptional garments and accessories.

Additionally, this project allowed me to blend multiple mediums to create interesting design features, such as the commons/runway perspective. Drawn by hand and rendered in dual mediums; hand & Photoshop, the drawing effectively demonstrates the design intention and passion for the project, rewarding me with another successful example of great design.

Corporate Design - "Apple, Inc."

This project for Apple, Inc. entailed developing a concept that pushed the modern aesthetic in a natural urban environment. By blending vintage apple with the new sleek apple, I was able to provide employees with a unique space that evokes creativity and displays company growth. This was achieved using many mediums as presentation methods. Rejuvenation areas such as a team hub, icafe and rec room were developed to promote collaboration, fun and individual sustainability for fresh design ventures. The new "corporate" environment will surely add to the innovation of this diverse team.

Healthcare Design - "Apollo Sports Medicine Rehabilitation Center"

Apollo Sports Medicine Rehabilitation Center is a comprehensive physical therapy center for injured athletes of all ages and professions. The inspiration and concept for this project was developed from the Greek God Apollo, the healer. Inside clients will find a modern, yet traditional design visually providing a sense of an uplifting "larger than life" spirit, aesthetically appealing through texture and color, in addition to a comfortable atmosphere for all users.

Hospitality Design - "Brio's Cafe"

This project was a group effort consisting of two graphic designers, a culinary student and interior design student. This section displays the design of Brio's cafe from the outside in. I have completely developed the exterior and interior concept, inspiration deriving from the Costa Rican rainforest. Guests will have access to fast and fresh seafood cuisine, a lounge, bar and roof top atmosphere complete with live entertainment.