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STUDY NATURE, LOVE NATURE, STAY CLOSE TO NATURE. IT WILL NEVER

FAIL YOU.

- F R A N K L L O Y D W R I G H T

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

J E N N Y K N E I L S O N

ALL PATHS LEAD TO A N OT H E R

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

Interest in art led to my education, my education led to design, design led to architecture, architecture led to sustainability.

It is all part of a process andthe process began here.

ABOUT ME

I believe in my ability to create positive change. I am a creative and determined person. I see beauty in everything. I am inspired by simplicity, natureand sustainable living. I am a devoted designer committed to giving the best of my skills to each and every project I partake in.

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R E S I D E N T I A LD E S I G N

V A C A T I O N H O M E

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

The Vacation Home was the first step in developing space and understanding 3d form and volume. The goal: to use one geometric shape and repeat it 3 times to create a 600 sq.ft. getaway.

SKILLS

concept development model constructionhand draftingunderstanding of nature + topography and its influence on design3d computer modelling

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J E N N Y K N E I L S O N

R E S I D E N T I A LD E S I G N

S U S T A I N A B L E L O F T

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

RUNNER-UP, Randall’s Paints Design Competition, Team Project.

The goal: develop a residence using adaptive reuse and sustainable materials.

The client: a well known leader in sustainable architecture + design with a contemporary design aesthetic.

SKILLS

sustainable material selectionteamwork + communicationconcept developmentCAD draftingclient needs considerationhand rendering

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J E N N Y K N E I L S O N

R E S I D E N T I A LD E S I G NSUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

A multi-storey housing complex considers affordable housing concepts, adaptability and sustainable community development. Basing the design on a modular four foot grid aims to eliminate waste while reducing housing prices. The community layout maximizes southern exposure and green spaces and automobile reliability is reduced through mixed-use zoning.

SKILLS

research and developmentpresentation techniquesCAD drafting3d computer modelingsustainable design

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J E N N Y K N E I L S O N

C O R P O R A T ED E S I G N

G O V E R N M E N T O F F I C E S

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

The “GTIS” office design aims to promote flexibility as well as Canadian technology. The multi-level fit-up project includes staff and support spaces as well as a conference centre. Conceptually, the focus is on the uniqueness of the Canadian winter and the contouring shapes created by the snowdrift.

SKILLS

programming + planningconcept developmentCAD draftingconstruction details +working drawingsPWGSC Fit-up Standardshand rendering

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J E N N Y K N E I L S O N

C O R P O R A T ED E S I G N

O T T A W A M A G A Z I N E

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

FIRST PLACE, Ottawa Magazine Office Design Competition, Team Project.

Featured in October 2007 Edition of Ottawa Magazine.

The Goal: to create a functional office space that lives and breathes the brand. The space becomes a 3d interpretation of a magazine with focus and layout following a grid, spaces acting as pages and a corridor acting as the spine which holds it all together.

SKILLS

teamwork + communicationverbal presentation skillsgraphic layout + presentationconcept developmenthand rendering

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J E N N Y K N E I L S O N

C O R P O R A T ED E S I G N

O T T A W A M A G A Z I N E

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

FIRST PLACE, Ottawa Magazine Office Design Competition, Team Project.

The existing lines of the building are emphasized with the use of a linear, grid-like layout and a corridor that runs the length of the building and links all spaces.

SKILLS

programming + planningteamwork + communicationverbal presentation skillsgraphic layout + presentationconcept developmenthand rendering

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H E A L T H C A R ED E S I G N

FULL CIRCLE REHABILITATION

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

A multi-level rehabilitation unit for kids focuses on rejuvenation and the process to recovery. The concept of coming ‘full-circle’ in their recovery is carried through the design using curvilinear forms and by creating a sense of flow from space to space. Lighting, furniture, materials + finishes are selected with careful consideration for a healthcare environment.

SKILLS

material + finish specificationinterior detailingprogramming + planningverbal presentation skillsconcept developmentclient needs research

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H O S P I TA L I T YD E S I G N

MOLTIN dining + entertainment

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

A six storey, 5 star, dining + entertainment complex located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is the first of its kind and is leading the way in the sustainable hospitality movement. A minimalist environment with primary focus on health, well-being community + sustainability, it is conceptually inspired by Kuala Lumpur’s beginning as a tin mining town.

SKILLS

multi-level planninggraphic presentation concept developmentcomputer rendering +Adobe Photoshop

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H O S P I TA L I T YD E S I G N

MOLTIN dining + entertainment

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

A continuation of the multi-level dining and entertainment complex located in Kuala Lumpur shows the importance of planning vertical volumes in addition to floor plans.

SKILLS

interior detailingmulti-level planninggraphic presentation concept developmentcomputer rendering +Adobe Photoshop

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R E T A I LD E S I G NELIE SAAB, L.A. SHOWROOM

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

A new location for a non-North American fashion designer incorporates planning and finishes synonymous with luxury and modernism. Thorough analysis of Saab’s fashion collections reveal an emphasis on line, texture, rhythm + harmony. A minimalist interior showcases each piece as though it is “a glamorous gallery of women’s apparel” (Saab).

SKILLS

programming + planningretail fixturinggraphic presentationconcept development

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T E C H N I C A L D R A W I N G

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

Residential technical drawing sets completed for a residential designer and developer.

SKILLS

CAD Draftingtechnical drawing + detailingdrawing set comprehensionbuilding assemblies + construction practices

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L I G H T I N GD E S I G N

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

THIRD PLACE, Lighting Design Competition, Team Project.

The goal: experiment with light + colour.

With the use of everyday objects we explore the effects of water + glass on the path of light as well as the effect of the surrounding colours on the overall light quality.

SKILLS

prototype constructiontechnical lighting knowledgeproduct developmentteamwork + communication

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C O M M E R C I A LD E S I G NS H E R B R O O K E G A L L E R Y

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

FIRST PLACE, Norma Ruth Ridley Scholarship 2009.

The scenario: An art gallery with limited finances is relocating to 3000-5000 square feet on the second floor of a heritage building zoned for commercial use. The owner is highly motivated by recent articles on “Going Green” and sustainability, but given the economic down-turn, is hesitant about the costs involved.

SKILLS

adaptive re-usesustainable designbuilding code review3d modelingsketching and rendering

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R E S U M E

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B A A

�JENNY�NEILSON�4248�Hwy�511,��Lanark,�ON.�K0G�1K0�613.259.2308�jenny.k.neilson@gmail.com�http://www.algonquinstudents.com/neil0054/portfolio.pdf��OBJECTIVE� To�apply�the�enthusiasm�for�design�and�sustainable�living�that�has�grown�throughout�

my� education,� to� a� full�time� Interior� Design� position� where� I� can� showcase� my�balanced�creative�and�technical�skills�and�my�fine�tuned�attention�to�detail.�

�CREATIVE�SKILLS� Excellent�hand�rendering�and�sketching���� Strong�concept�development�and�implementation�throughout�the�design�process�� Graphic�design�and�board�layouts�

Finishes,�furnishings�and�equipment�selection�Skilled�painter�and�illustrator�using�varying�mediums��

TECHNICAL�SKILLS� Ability�to�visualize�space�in�3�dimensions�Space�planning�and�programming�

� Excellent�drafting�skills:�AutoCAD�and�hand�drafting�� Microsoft�Office�Suite,�Adobe�Photoshop�

Sketch�Up,�Corel�Draw,�AutoDesk�Viz,�Adobe�In�design��

COMMUNICATION�� Excellent�listening�skills�and�the�ability�to�follow�directions�well�SKILLS�� � Diplomatic�and�assertive�in�response�to�conflict�� Natural�leadership�skills��� Appreciation�for�group�collaboration��� Ability�to�apply�criticism�from�one�project�to�improve�another��EDUCATION� � 2005�to�Present� � Bachelor�of�Applied�Arts�in�Interior�Design� �� � � � � � Algonquin�College,�Ottawa,�ON.�� � � � � � Currently�enrolled�in�4th�Year,�GPA�3.9/4.0�� � � �

2001�to�2003� � Interior�Design�Program��� � � �� � � � � Dawson�College,�Montreal,�QC.�

�AWARDS�+�� � Recipient�of�the�Norma�Ruth�Ridley�Scholarship,�presented�by�ARIDO�to�one�ACHIEVEMENTS�� graduating�Interior�Design�student�who�shows�impeccable�professionalism�and�ethics�and�

who�understands�the�importance�of�good�business�practices�and�professional�standards.���� Dean’s�List,�BAA�Interior�Design,�Algonquin�College,�all�completed�levels,��� Sole�Recipient�of�the�Advanced�Business�Interiors�Award,�voted�on�by�peers�� 1st�Place,�Ottawa�Magazine�Office�Design�Competition,�team�project�� 3rd�Place,�Lighting�Design�Award,�team�project�� Runner�up,�Sustainable�Loft�Design,�team�project�

�EXPERIENCE� � 2007�to�Present� � Junior�Designer/CAD�Technician� �� � � � � � Christine�Erdos�Design,�Russell,�ON.� �

� CAD�Drafting�of�working�drawing�packages�for�residential�design,�new�construction�and�renovations�

� Site�measures,�preliminary�design�and�planning�

EXPERIENCE� � 2007�to�2009� � Building�Construction�Estimator�� � � McAdoo�Construction�Ltd.,�Perth,�ON.�� Building� construction� estimates� for� new� construction� in� residential� housing�

development�� Knowledge�of�building�material�costs��� Communication�with�contractors�and�suppliers�for�quotes��Summer�2006� � Food�and�Wine�Server�� � � Bistro�54�Italiano,�Perth,�ON.�� Food�and�wine�service�in�high�end�Italian�restaurant�� Developed�multi�tasking,�organizational,� communication�and�memory� skills�and�

how�to�run�and�pour�coffee�at�the�same�time!��2003�to�2004� � Retail�Sales�Clerk�and�Display�Co�ordinator�� � � Domus�Housewares,�Ottawa,�ON.�� Sales�of�high�end�cookware�and�kitchen�supplies�� Graphic�signage,�murals,�store�merchandise�layouts�and�displays�

�2002�to�Present� � Graphic�Designer/Embroiderer/Engraver�� � � Elite�Engraving�and�Embroidery,�Perth,�ON.�� Operation�of�commercial�embroidery�equipment�and�‘Tajima’�computer�software�� Graphic�design,�sublimation�and�engraving�� Retail�sales�and�customer�service�

�2002�to�Present� � Personal�clients�and�contracts�� � �� Southfork�Spa,�Perth,�ON.�–�Renovation�project,�interior�design�and�construction�

drawings,�finishes�and�lighting�selection�for�residential�unit�and�Southfork�Spa�� Timber�Run�Golf�and�Country�Club,�Lanark,�ON.�–�Mural�design�and�painting�� Emma�Postlethwaite,�Perth,�ON.�–�Children’s�murals�� Connie�King,�Perth,�ON.�–�Interior�Design�and�demolition�plans�� Jim� and� Susan� Buker,� Perth,� ON.� –� Interior� design,� murals� and� tile� mosaic�

fireplace�surround�� John�Hebert�Contracting,�Almonte,�ON.�–�Various�design�consultations�including:�

fireplace�design,�exterior�colour�selection�and�bathroom�design�� Perth�Downtown�Pharmasave,�Perth,�ON.�–�Seasonal�window�murals�

�COMMUNITY�� � Member�of�“Roberts�Family”�singing�group�–�entertainment�for�various��INVOLVEMENT� fundraising� committees� including:� Canadian� Cancer� Society,� Multiple�

Sclerosis,�local�churches�and�community�groups�Carambeck�Public�School�–�Volunteer,�office�administrative�and�fundraising�support�Code’s�Mill�on�the�Park�–�Volunteer,�restoration�of�old�felt�factory�in�Perth,�ON.�Host�of�Annual�Kerr�Lake�Fishing�Derby�–�yes,�that’s�right,�fishing!�This�will�be�the�� 4th�year�that�all�proceeds�are�donated�to�Lanark�Animal�Welfare�Society��

CURRENT�GOALS� Currently�learning�web�design�using�Adobe�Dreamweaver�+�ENDEAVOURS�� Currently�fundraising�to�help�furnish/decorate�one�of�Kingston�Interval�House’s�new�

19�unit�housing�facilities�Working�to�obtain�LEED�accreditation�by�fall�2009�