Senior Portfolio

Cat Hoa

This collection of work is dedicated to my family and friends, who have stood by me faithfully these past two and half years. I could not have seen the world, or been as dedicated or persevered without your support and unconditional love. A special thanks goes out to my professors, who have been the inspirational and guiding force through out these formative years; All your input and insight have been invaluable. Thank you

everyone for Your belief and no messages of guilt that have kept me focused. I will forever be grateful and honored to have you all in my life.

énigme

élan Vitale

Solitary Chaos

Pacific Refuge

Dimotiki Eidyllio Nora Navra

Around the World

énigme

e·nig·ma (n).Defined as something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained.

An idyllic setting with hillside meadows and thick lush forests. Engelberg is famous for its resorts and verticality. Located at the southern end of the valley road and rail line from Stans in Canton Obwaldern, Engelberg’s Gondolas lead to the highest

point in central Switzerland.

Inspiration for the design of the space was taken from the De Stijl Art Movement, which was founded by the painter and architect Theo van Doesberg. It

was a new type of modern style that sought to express a new utopian idea of spiritual harmony and order. Characterized by its pure abstraction, it is reduced to the essentials of form and color. The composition of vertical and horizontal direc-tions, and the use primary colors along with black

and white give it a distinct style.

Enigma is filled with puzzles, brain teasers, and board games for the entire family. From the puzzle fanatic to the casual amateur, all will find plenty of games that will leave them baffled for hours.

Second Level Floor Plan

First Level Floor Plan

East Section North Section South Section West Section

East Exterior Elevation

North Exterior Elevation

Virtual 3D Massing Designs

Sales Transaction Counter Perspective

Seating Area Perspective

Merchandising Area Perspective

Kitchen Perspective

Bedroom Suite Perspective

Materials Palette

é·lan vi·tal: the creative force within an organism that is

responsible for growth, change, and necessary

or desirable adaptations.

Manifest - Growth- Metabolism - Brio-Adaptation – Heart-Effervescence -

Blossom- Spirit - Ménage – Umbilical- Entity – Breath –

Vitality – Life Force – Joie de Vivre – Origin

élan Vitale

Robert and Diane Williamson own a ranch style home in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. They have two

children, Jacob, 8, Isabelle,3, with a third on the way. Robert, is business analyst for Target

Corporation downtown and Diane is a stay at home mom who also works from home as a Wedding planner.

As a family they enjoy outdoor activities and gardening. The kids are active in sports and Their current home fits their needs well, as it is close

to the city, but still has a large yard.

Since the home was built in 1962, it has only had routine updates, such as flooring and appliances. They would like to have adequate sleeping space for the growing family and give it a more open floor

plan. They are very interested in sustainable design and would like to take

advantage of indoor/outdoor space, day lighting, prevailing winds, and responsible products.

The final design resulted in a safe and sustainable environment. We used Bamboo and slate

for the flooring, and Kirei wood for all the cabinetwork. Icestone, which is made of 75% recycled glass and concrete were used for the

counter tops. Wall finishes from Yolo Paint, give no off gassing as they are low in VOC as well vinyl-free wallpaper from Mod Green Pod, were used in the dining room and childrens’ bedrooms. Furthermore,

all furniture from Design within Reach, are now eco-friendly and Green Guard Certified, which means

they meet the chemical and particle emissions acceptable for Indoor air quality guidelines set by

the Environmental protection agency.

Site Plan

Floor Plan

Rotunda Gallery Perspective

Gathering Space Elevation

Dining and Entertaining Elevation

Materials Palette

Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Master Bathroom Elevation Master Bedroom Suite Elevation

1948 Eero Saarinen Womb Chair

1966 Eero Aarnio Ball Chair1957 Eero Saarinen Tulip Chair

1968 Eero Aarnio Bubble Chair

Adolescent Bedroom Suite Jack and Jill Bathroom

Materials Palette