dani franklin portfolio 2016

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Dani Franklin3917 E Thrush Ln Mead WA 99021

Contactdani.franklin94@gmail.com509 481 1840

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Matt RossDistrict Sales ManagerSouthwestern AdvantageNashville, TN480.206.2560

Will MaslachProgram Center ManagerRuffalo Noel LevitzBoston, MA585.413.6485

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Dani Franklin3917 E Thrush Ln Mead WA 99021

Contactdani.franklin94@gmail.com509 481 1840

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professional experience

GRAPHIC DESIGNER / Washington State University02. 2016 - currentAided the Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture with branding, advertisement, and 2d graphics.

RETAIL ASSOCIATE / Macy’s05. 2015 - currentWorked with guests to help them figure out and understand what may best fit their needs.

STUDENT MANAGER / Southwestern Advantage05. 2013 - 08. 2014Used direct sales techniques to sell educational products in Wisconsin and North Carolina, while coaching other students and their business.

skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Indesign

Adobe Illustrator

Autocad

Sketchup

Revit

educationBachelor’s Degree in Interior Design2012 - 2016Washington State University

High School Diploma2009 - 2012Mount Spokane High School

leadershipCofounder of LEAD / Leadership club2013 - 2014Washington State University

Volunteer / Habitat for Humanity2014Palouse Habitat for Humanity

Member of Interior Design Student Council2012 - 2013Washington State University

Travel Study Abroad / Florence

cover letter

Dani Franklin

460 NE Maiden Ln Apt #7, Pullman, WA, 99163 | 509-481-1840 | dani.franklin94@gmail.com

March 27, 2016

Krause Interiors 2141 E. Camelback Rd. Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ, 85016 To whom it may concern:

I am currently a senior interior design student finishing my Bachelor’s degree at Washington State University. I was very excited to see the recent posting on IIDA’s website for an intern position at Krause Interiors, as I am looking to work in a creative commercial firm. I have always had an intense passion for designing commercial spaces that are both intriguing, and conceptual. I am seeking a position in a firm that focuses on creativity and unique design strategies, which is why I believe that Krause Interiors is a good fit for me.

As of now I have four years of experience in both 2D and 3D graphics and have extensive knowledge in the Adobe Suite as well as Revit, Sketchup, and Autocad. My strengths are hand and computer rendering techniques, spatial planning, and conceptual sketching. I have always considered myself an enthusiastic and creative person, and I enjoy creating projects in an exciting and functional way. My personal design direction has a focus on the human experience in an interior environment, as this is what I believe creates a lasting impression.

My current job is a graphic designer for Washington State University, as I love working on computer graphics, branding, and way-finding. My current tasks include communicating with the university about marketing and branding, as well as with my direct supervisors about design directions and deadlines. I use sketching and concept techniques, such as collaboration, spatial planning, daily. I also come from a sales background, having ran my own independent contracting business for two years. With this experience I know that I will be able to communicate confidently and effectively both with the design team, as well as clients.

In my free time I love to travel and have recently studied abroad in Florence, Italy. During my time in Europe I travelled to Germany, France, Switzerland, and Austria. I currently live and work in Pullman, WA, but I grew up in Las Vegas, NV, and enjoyed the environment and atmosphere in the Southwest. I am looking to relocate to Arizona because of this reason and also because of my love to travel. I have a sociable personality and I actively search for new opportunities.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration. I hope to hear from you soon Regards,

Dani Franklin

travel

Global WorkplaceTokyo, Japan

corporate06 - 15

RetailPop Up ShopProsser, Washington

Feng ShuiHenderson, Nevada

Residential

Palazzo Levi HotelFlorence, Italy

Hospitality

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Chicago Study Tour

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Florence Study Abroad

Interactive PavilionSpokane Riverfront Park Mall, Washington

corporate

Global Workplace design

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ObjectiveDesign a large scale office for a global technology company that allows the employees to be comfortable and productive. Develop a consistent concept, research, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.

ConceptI chose the concept of “Influx”, which in literal terms is the moving of a small body of water into a larger body. This represents the strength of the individual as it converges into the group dynamic.

Sq. ft - 20,000Levels - Ground & MezzanineLocation: Tokyo, Japan

SolutionThere are two main ideas occurring in the space planning. One is to have the traffic flow of the space merge from public to private. The other idea is the mergence of individual areas into the group.

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Concept Partis

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Ground Floor Plan

Furniture Sketches

This particular view shows the reception and entry area as you enter into the office. The colors are bright and vibrant to encourage the employee to be creative, while also representing the brand of the company. The coffee table is a custom piece I designed with glass and ebony wood materials.

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4 51 / Stained Bamboo Flooring2 / “Blast from the Past” Carpet Tile3 / Column Paint Color4 / Concrete Flooring5 / “1st Avenue” Carpet Tile

entry lounge

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Mezzanine Floor Plan

Furniture Sketches

As this location is in Tokyo, Japan, a tea room provides an area for the employees to have a part of their life and culture in the workplace. It is located in the mezzanine area, as the mezzanine is designated as a casual space for non-work activities.

tea roomThe reception acts as not only the entry way for visitors and employees, but also as the connection between the ground floor and the mezzanine. The wall sculptures are designed to represent the concept of Influx, both in form and materiality.

reception

1 / Noguchi Table2 / “Window Seat” Chair3 / Pendant Light4 / “Lox” Stool

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The individual work stations are conjoined in a pattern that connects, while each station can act as its own entity. If different projects need different configurations, this can easily be done to be constantly changing with the workplace.

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individual stations

The group work stations are configured to allow for projects and group communication to come together in one space. Technology aids in the design, such as the touch screen boards that also act as separation panels.

team stations

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retail

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TOM DOUGLAS POP UP SHOP

ObjectiveConstruct an idea for a mobile pop up store that expands the brand of famous Seattle chef, Tom Douglas. The store must show the brand through the materiality, colors, and experience.

ConceptMy idea for expanding Tom Douglas’s brand is to create a mobile environment that travels to wineries near the town of Prosser, WA. This will be mutually beneficial for both Tom Douglas and the wineries.

Dimensions: 8’ w x 24’ lSits on top same size and width trailerCan be deconstructed and stored

locationProsser, WA, already is the home of Tom Douglas’s farm that provides all of the herbs, vegetables, and proteins for his Seattle locations. By travelling around this area, the client will keep their ideals of having local food grown in Washington State.

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This perspective shows the entrance area to the pop up store. The stairs and beams are made out of aluminum, while the frame is constructed out of wood. The idea with the interior is to inspire the guest to creating their own meals, with the help of the community and the small kitchen located under the skylight.

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1 / Locally Outsourced Wood2 / Aluminum 3 / Interior Paint Color1

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West Elevation East Elevation

East Elevation

floor planThe goal with this pop up shop is not only to brand Tom Douglas, but also to encourage the community to come together by cooking food. There is a small retail area on the south wall that sells cookbooks, knives, and spice rubs so that the guest can continue their experience at home.

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Retail Wall

Community Table

Pizza Oven

Refrigerator

east Perspective

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interactive pavilion

ObjectiveCreate a large pavilion located in a mall setting, to encourage guests to be interactive with their environment. I constructed the structure through parametric design, and developed multiple renderings with photoshop.

ConceptThe idea is for guests who are walking by the structure to be intrigued into interacting with it. The structure is made of lightweight painted melamine. Guests can draw directly onto the material and leave their mark, so the structure is constantly changing every day.

Location - Spokane Riverfront Park MallTeam ProjectModel created with laser cutter

InteractionA lot of research was done in the area of human interaction with their environment. Many behavioral patterns in large areas are avoidant of the center space, or even talking to other people. This structure breaks those barriers.

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Level 1 Floor Plan

This perspective shows the relationship of the structure in the interior mall space. It stands at 15 feet tall, so would fit into an atrium setting. The flexibility with this pavilion is that it can be changed both structurally, by moving the small triangular flaps on the individual pieces, or by the guests themselves.

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exterior perspective

Sketch Up Model Pre - Renders

While my team decided to use a laser cutter to physically build our model, in reality it would be assembled on site by combining the individual pieces into a tesselation shape. The structure would be attached by hinges, so the pieces can move around or even be taken off. The small triangular flaps are built into the larger pieces, to allow light into the space. The larger flaps are even able to be moved into furniture, such as seating for a guest. The purpose for this structure can break down into three parts: a sculpture, an art gallery, and a retail or branding opportunity for the mall businesses.

interior view

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residential

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feng shui residence

ObjectiveThis project highlights the rules and design strategies found in the Chinese art of Feng Shui. I designed a 3 bedroom house that represented the 8 “energies” of the Feng Shui principles.

break downThe room schedule is as follows: color, room, energy.Red / Dining Room / FamePink / Kitchen / MarriageWhite / Kid’s Room / ChildrenGrey / Living Room / TravelBlack / Entry / CareerBlue / Master Bedroom / WisdomGreen / Guest Room / FamilyPurple / Outdoor / Wealth

basic principlesFeng Shui relies on the idea of good energies moving organically throughout the home. Bad energies are meant to be repelled by using good design techniques, to positively benefit the home.

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Career

Travel

Fame

Wisdom

Family

Wealth

Marriage

Children

Finish Floor Plan

Zoning Floor Plan

I designed the floor plan based on the flow that I wanted the client to feel. The entry acts as an anchor to the rest of the home, while the kitchen in the back brings the guest into the friendly area of the home. Private areas are separated with no shared bathrooms. The dining room is seen as the center of the home and is placed in the geographical center.

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Wealth

Marriage

Children master bedroomThe master bedroom represents the concept of wisdom in the home. Closet doors are not directly visible from the bed, and the bed is not directly accessible from the door. This is to prevent the negative energies from flowing through the space. The bathroom also has a window, an essential piece in creating positive energies.

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The entryway consists of a custom made wooden shelving unit, designed to represent the linear and even lines found in Feng Shui. There is a consistent flow between the three central areas: dining, living, and kitchen in the back.

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entryway

The living area’s centerpiece is the fireplace with ceiling extension, meant to evoke a feeling of protection while lounging on the couches. The colors are neutral with a focus on grey, the color of travel. This room represents travel as it is the first place that visitors encounter.

living room

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hospitality

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palazzo levi

inspirationI was inspired by many of the pre-existing boutique hotels in the area, as they portray both modern design and traditional Italian culture. I included traditional lines in the furniture and timeless materials in application to reflect this. Most of the materials are locally found, such as the marble fireplace.

italian designThe Italian culture allows for many travellers to stay in luxury boutique hotels, as many individuals enjoy the design of the hotel just as much as the excursions they do in the city.

ObjectiveFor this project, the task was to remodel the interior of a building in Florence, Italy, into a five star luxury hotel. The concept is a boutique hotel, as there are only 30 keys and the footprint is relatively small.Location: Piazza Della Repubblica, Florence, ItalyFloor Plans: Ground Floor and TypicalAmenities: Spa, Restaurant, Bar, Library

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I designed the floor plan with the intention of keeping the public areas near the windows along the perimeter. This is especially important in the restaurant, as the client hopes that crowds walking by will come inside for lunch or dinner. The reception is unlike the traditional American idea, but instead is a large desk with seats to make the check-in feel more friendly and residential.

Ground Floor Plan

Lobby / Reception Lavatories Restaurant / Bar Library Media Room Spa Private Circulation

The First Floor Plan consists of a combination of suites and typical rooms, so as to both maximize space and provide options for guests on each floor. This particular floor holds the Presidential Suite, with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a living and dining area. Small seating areas are near the stairs to make the space feel more like home.

First Floor Plan

Typical Room Junior Suite Presidential Suite Circulation

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The bar area is directly adjacent to the restaurant, so it gives the guest the option to choose their dining experience. The bar is separated into the communal area and the private area, so any person who comes in can find an area they feel comfortable at.

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bar

Since the ground floor has a pop of the emerald green color, the upstairs areas are kept neutral. This allows for the design and the materials to be the centerpiece of the room.

bedroom elevation

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Travel & photography

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chicago study tour

Sites Visited/ Millennium Park/ Art Institute of Chicago/ Willis Tower/ Oak Park/ Steelcase & Knoll Showrooms/ Wrigley Field

reason for visitChicago is well known for being a city of inspiring architecture. Frank Lloyd Wright designed many homes in Oak Park, and contemporary architect Frank Gehry constructed many structures downtown.

City: Chicago, IllinoisLength of Stay: One weekCredit Earned: One credit

takeawaySomething I learned from participating is how different inspirations can create different styles of architecture. Having this knowledge gives me a better understanding of how modern architecture is influenced by past designers.

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florence, italy study abroad

florence, italy study abroad

Cities Visited/ Rome, Italy/ Venice, Italy/ Milan, Italy / Munich, Germany/ Innsbruck, Austria/ Chamonix, France

reason for visitMany of my favorite experiences in life revolve around travelling. I grew up travelling and this inspired me to travel around the world in college. Florence, Italy is a center for Renaissance architecture, art, and design, and I discovered a new perspective here.

City: Florence, ItalyLength of Stay: 3 1/2 monthsCredit Earned: 12 credits

takeawayBeing able to live in Italy helped me see how a different culture lives and works. I have taken classes on different international styles of architecture, so it was interesting to see many of the examples I learned about. I was part of a studio while in Florence, and was able to translate some of these ideas into designs.

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Schaan, Liechtenstein

photography / travel

Innsbruck, Austria Florence, Italy

Cinque Terre, Italy Venice, Italy Bologna, Italy

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Florence, Italy

photography / line & texture

Milan, Italy Florence, Italy

Rome, Italy Venice, Italy Innsbruck, Austria

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Michelangelo’s David / Florence

sketches

Loggia dei Lanzi / Florence Santa Maria Novella / Florence

Piazza Santa Croce / Florence Loggia dei Lanzi / Florence Loggia dei Lanzi / Florence

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THANK YOU

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