Villa Sapphire

Every time I enter an office lobby or shopping mall, I can't help but notice the small details that make up the space. This is mainly because I took Interior Design during my high school years, and my interest grew in the field since then. During 10th grade, I took the opportunity to compete in a region-wide Interior Design competition, where we were given the task of designing a "mini home" for a potential client. In this design project, I experimented with a variety of textiles, fabrics, flooring types, and furnishings to design the perfect home for my client.

Duration

January 2020 - February 2020

Roles

Composed client background.
Designed layout, color scheme, floor plan, elevation sketch, and furniture for a 500 sqft home based on client background, needs, and preferences.
Contacted flooring and textile companies to create the most optimal design.
Prepared a file folder, an oral presentation, and visuals to demonstrate knowledge and diligent planning.

Skills

Thoughtful interior designing
Broad ideation
Effective decision-making
Innovative storytelling

Design Challenge

Design a room to meet the living space needs of clients based on the current state themes. In advance, create a floor plan, elevations, and a furniture/interior plan addressing the specifics of the design theme.

Studio Floor Plan

The studio apartment follows an open floor plan. The kitchen, bathroom, and a coat closet are located at the entrance of the studio. Julie's bedroom area and desk area, as well as the living area are located at the back of the studio.

Letter	Area
A	Entrance
B	Bathroom
C	Bedroom Area
D	Living Room Area
E	Kitchen

1/4 " = 1'

Client Overview

Julie Albertson is 23 years old and is a recent college graduate. She is originally from the Bay Area but moved to Southern California because she found a job there. She is working full-time as a Marketing Manager at Danaher Corporation in Anaheim. Julie doesn’t like driving far distances, so she found a studio apartment just 15 minutes from her work in Anaheim. Julie works from 9 AM-5 PM everyday and usually visits her family in San Francisco on the long weekends and breaks. Because she isn’t usually at home during the daytime, Julie really only needs the basic essentials for her studio. Julie loves geometric and floral designs and cool colors including blue, light gray, and white. She also loves plants and smelling their fresh scent. She wishes for these elements to be incorporated in her studio. Julie also prefers minimalistic and modern design.

Studio Elevation Sketches

The color scheme that was selected for the studio was shades of blue, white, and gray. Along with these colors, geometric and floral designs, and plants were also incorporated in the design of the studio's interiors.

Kitchen, Entrance, & Bathroom

Bedroom & Living Room

Bathroom & Bedroom

Living Room & Kitchen

Kitchen

Decorating Plan

Theme

Modern, Minimal

Color Scheme

Silver, Bronze, Espresso

Activities

Cooking, Eating, Washing Hands and Dishes

Backgrounds

Furnishing Plan

Furniture

Accessories and Decorations

Living Room

Decorating Plan

Theme

Modern, Minimal

Color Scheme

Blue, White, Light Gray

Activities

Working, Watching TV, Lounging/Relaxing, etc.

Backgrounds

Furnishing Plan

Furniture

Accessories and Decorations

Bedroom

Decorating Plan

Theme

Modern, Minimal

Color Scheme

Dark Gray, Blue, White

Activities

Sleeping, Relaxing, etc.

Backgrounds

Furnishing Plan

Furniture

Accessories and Decorations

Bathroom

Decorating Plan

Theme

Modern, Minimal

Color Scheme

Grays, Silver, Blues

Activities

Using Bathroom, Taking Shower, etc.

Backgrounds

Furnishing Plan

Furniture

Accessories and Decorations

Principles and Elements of Design

Line

Horizontal lines are incorporated throughout the living space. Furnishings that have horizontal lines in Villa Sapphire include: the bed, TV, TV stand, ottoman, sofa, wall art, and wall tiles (in both the kitchen and shower). The horizontal lines used throughout the studio provide balance, symmetry, and harmony. Additionally, the doors, closets, island stools, end tables, bookshelf, island, table desk, windows, curtains, nightstand, and under-desk storage unit are vertical lines seen around the home. These vertical lines add height, harmony, and space to the living space.

Space

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Balance

Achieved a balanced color palette with blue, light gray, and white.
Maintained balance between patterns and solids in furnishings.
Used a blue color scheme in the living room for a welcoming atmosphere.
Balanced colors with neutral furnishings.
Coordinated curtains with sofa cushions for symmetry.
Repeated floral theme in wall art to establish equilibrium.

Line

The living space includes horizontal lines in various furnishings for balance and harmony (such as the bed, TV, TV stand, ottoman, sofa, wall art, and wall tiles in the kitchen and shower).
The studio also incorporates vertical lines in doors, windows, and other elements for added height and space (such as the doors, closets, island stools, end tables, bookshelf, island, table desk, windows, curtains, nightstand, and under-desk storage unit).

Color

The client's preference for cool colors like blue, light gray, and white influenced the studio's color scheme.
Blue tones create a welcoming and calming atmosphere, with vibrant blues in the living room for an awakening feel and softer blues in the bedroom for relaxation.
Neutral colors complement and balance the blues, adding to the harmonious ambiance.

Emphasis

The sofa and ottoman, with their vibrant blue color, serve as central pieces in Villa Sapphire's design.
The surrounding neutrals highlight the welcoming and attention-grabbing quality of the blue furnishings.
In the kitchen and bathroom, the bold and lively wall tiling takes center stage.

Variety and Unity

Variety and unity is incorporated by using different shades of blue and neutrals in white and gray.
The living room area features bold and vibrant blues, while the bedroom area opts for softer blues.
Consistency in the color scheme establishes unity throughout the home.

Texture

The sofa fabric, Ultrasuede, is a comfortable material made of polyester and polyurethane.
The 100% cotton comforter is a warm and cozy choice that complements the color scheme.

Harmony

Harmony is achieved with the calm shades of blues, whites, and grays that are applied to the space.
Creates a sense of serenity, peace, and harmony for the client.

Rhythm

Matching patterns in curtains and pillows, along with similar designs for the comforter and bedroom wall art, create rhythm.
Repeated colors and tones throughout the home add harmony, symmetry, and rhythm, promoting feelings of peace and relaxation.

Space

Efficient use of a small 500 sq ft studio with essential, multi-functional furniture.
Some multi-functional furniture pieces include the kitchen island, undercounter refrigerator drawer, underbed storage drawers, etc.

Proportion and Scale

Ottoman is centrally placed, offering easy access from the sofa, and also carefully matching sofa's shape.
Kitchen features three evenly spaced pendant lights for balanced lighting.
Proportion and scale considerations create a sense of balance and harmony for the client and guests.