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INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO

JIA ZHAO

RESUME

Education Cambridge International Center of Shanghai Normal University Alevel, Economics

University Of Iowa BFA, Business California College of the Art BFA, Interior Design

Achievements Invited to enter the Honors Program Nominated for Gensler Brinkmann Scholarship Nominated for Construct Publications Interior Design Design Media Award

Working Experience Shanghai Kangxin Law Firm Researched for case study Shanghai CNA Architectural Design Assisted with choosing furniture and materials Photoshoped renderings Drawed construction plan Organized presentation board and PPT

Shanghai, ChinaFall 2007-Spring2009

Iowa CityFall 2010-Spring 2012

San Francisco, CaliforniaFall 2012-Spring 2016

Fall 2011Fall 2014Spring 2015Spring 2015

May 2010-August 2010

June 2015-August 2015

Skills and Qualifications Microsoft Office Package

Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign

Knowledge in computer aided design

using Rhino, Vray for Rhino, Maxwell for Rhino,

Revit, 3Dmax, AutoCAD, SketchUp

Experienced in model making ( Laser Cutting, Shop tools,

CNC router 3D printing) and physical rendering

Soft SkillsLeadership

Time ManagementCreativity

Team PlayerOrganization

Language Chinese, English, Korean

Interests Calligraphy, Singing, Painting, Travelling

JIA ZHAOEmail: jzhao0318@gmail.com

Phone:319-8550830Address: 2665 Geneva Ave. Apt428, Daly City, CA, 94014

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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S E N S A T I O N F E R R Y

D O M E E F F E C T

C A M O U F L A G E

M O B I U S L U M I N A I R E

H I L L T E R R A I N

C O N S C I O U S N E S S M U N I

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| FALL 2014

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MATRIXGoogle Campus Multifunctional Working Space Design| Advance Studio | Spring 2016

The main inspiration for Matrix is based upon my research of the

habitat of fibroblast cells and mast cells. In the center of my design, you

will find a garden that represents nature and a library that represents culture

as mediator to immune or mediator physically or mentally to the communi-

ty. Conceptually, the core of the building functions as a “secretor” of mast

cell, which in nature releases a “mediator” from its characteristic granules

into the local micro-environment. Similarly, in my design, the twisted floors

are impor tant because it represents the movement of the fibroblast cell

that releases its collagen and promotes healing. The twisting motion in

three dimensions is similar to how collagen reacts in a three dimensional

matrix. The connected core areas of the garden and the library rotate with

the shif ted floor plate and release a “mediator: in to different areas of the

micro-environment.

My project creates a very open and active space for working. People

can fully enjoy the natural light and wonder ful scene of Mountain View. Peo-

ple are inspired to walk throughout the office instead of staying inactive in

one work area. My furniture is located along the corridor and allows people

to work individually or in groups in any space of the building in both sit and

stand positions.

MATRIX

It is a rendered view looking from one of the main entrance to the center of the building. This rendering shows the grand view of the shifted floors, a designed furniture that allows people to charge their phone. a cafe, a children’s playground, and a garden library.

Location and Orientation of My Project in Shoreline

MATRIX

First Floor Plan

Restroom with Bath

Gym

Health Care Center

Pet Care Store

Spa

Cafe

Performance SpaceSection B

Section A

Garden Library

Croissant Chair

Prouve EM Table(1950)

Internet Cafe

Transformable Kids Playground

Information Desk

Second Floor Plan

Bedroom

Shared Meeting Space

Classroom

Classroom

Half Exterior Office

Half Exterior Office

Poliform Strip

Library

Lounge

Restroom

MATRIX

Third Floor Plan

Individual Working Space

Individual Working Space

Round Armchair

Individual Working Space

Individual Working Space

Transformable Working Space

Skylight

Public Working Space

Lammhults Campus Table

GardenShared Meeting Space

MATRIXPrograming And Egress Diagram

Private

Public

Public Space

Core Area --“Mediator”

Residential Area

Private Working space

Public Working Space

Education Area

Concrete

Steel

Hard Wood

Leather

Glass

Section A

Shifting Floor Plate Diagram

Original Floor Plate Floor Plate Shifted with Core Area

MATRIX

Section A

Section B

Shifting Floor Plate Diagram

First Floor Plate

Floor Plate Shifted with Core Area Floor Plate Shifted with Core Area

Second Floor PlateThird Floor PlateCeiling Plate

It is a rendered view looking from one of the main entrance, which is located at the main entry of the canopy, into the garden library. This view shows a flowing library that has conncetion to the first floor and third floor.

It is a rendered view shows the interior of the library and an other piece of designed furniture that allows Goo-gle Staff to work in everywhere in sit and stand position.

MATRIX

POLYGONTransformable Modular Units Design | Advance Studio | Spring 2016

The main purpose of this modular unit is to cure and immune people from

the difficulties and unhappiness in their life. This modular unit creates a space that

attracts people to stay, relax and solve the problems by talking with each other.

This modular unit functions differently when it is in different status. The opened unit

serves for different activities. When it spreads out it creates a platform and space

for people to work and relax individually or in group. When it folds up it creates a

semi-closed space which allows people to have a private meeting or discussion.

POLYGON

Exterior View of The Transformable Module

Floor Plan of Closed Module 1’=1/2”

Section1

Floor Plan of Opened Module1’=1/2”

Section 2

Section 3

Floor Plan of Closed Module 1’=1/2”

Section1

Exterior View

POLYGON

Section 2Section 11’=1/2” 1’=1/2”

1’=1/2”

Section 31’=1/2” 1’=1/2”

POLYGON

Transformable Modular systemInterior View of The Transformable Module

POLYGON

In daily life, people are always busy without being conscious of their senses and sur-

roundings. The concept of sensation Ferry is to create a unique experience by constructing im-

mersive environment. Our goal is to create unique refreshing space in ferry different from daily

life. We hope the 5 sense experiences (sight, taste, touch, sound, and smell) we created on the

ferry can bring people out of the busy city, not only physically, but also mentally. Interactive

spaces encourage passengers to engage in physical experiments. The space that can magnify

people’s senses can deepen our experience in the physical world. Passengers are going to par-

ticipate in different environments on the ferry and be stimulated by the surroundings. We hope

the refreshing experience on the ferry will bring people inspiration to their daily life. The ferry

will be designed into different areas that can maximize the sense of sight, taste, touch, sound,

and smell.

SENSATION FERRYSF Public Transportation Redesign | Design Studio 4 | Spring 2015

Taste Sense Zone

SENSATION FERRY

Sight Sense Zone

Perspective section

SENSATION FERRY

Axon

Taste Area

Common Area

Sight Area

Sound&Smell area

Touch area

1/8”=1’0”Section

SENSATION FERRY

Shifting And Aggregating Methdology Smell Sense Zone

Touch Sense ZoneCommon Zone

Taste Sense Zone

SENSATION FERRY

It is a project designed for Next University. The main concept of this project is the con-

tinuity of space and circulation which decreases the boundary between spaces. The continuity

can create a space for a better communicatuin between students and faculty, which will blend

the boundaries betwee classrooms and in-between spaces. The dome shape spaces, have high

ceiling extend to the upper floor which create the connection between first floor and second

floor. The curvy light fixtures continue to convey the same formal language as the architecture

in the building.

DOME EFFECTNext University Steelcase Student Design Competition | Design Studio 3 | Fall 2014

Faculty Connection Hub & Student Work Cafe

DOME EFFECT

Section 1

Section 2

First FloorPlan

Section 2

Section 1

Egress

Program Adjacency Matrix

Section 2

Ventilation

Solar Studies

DOME EFFECT

Section 2

Section 1

Second FloorPlan

Section 2

Section 1

Section 1

In Between Spaces

DOME EFFECT

Section 2

Student Cafe

CAMOUFLAGEDigital Fabrication | Materiality & Space 4 | Spring 2015

This project is to design and fabricate a facade screen that

create an unique in-between space while people walking through.

This project used CNC routing tool and laser cutter.

CAMOUFLAGE

smooth side

laminated side

decorated �lm

CAMOUFLAGE

MOBIUS LUMINAIREDigital Fabrication | Design Media 3 | Fall 2014

The project is to create a lamp sur face. My inspiration is mobius strips which can create space within a continuous

sur face. While the sur face creates an interesting shape, the pattern on the sur face creates a beautiful shadow.

This project is a 3D printed pieces.

MOBIUS LUMINAIRE

XRay

Overall Surface and Module Design

Xray

Overall Surface and Module Design Front Elevation

Section

MOBIUS LUMINAIRE

It is a project designed for Next University. The main concept of this project is the con-

tinuity of space and circulation which decreases the boundary between spaces. The continuity

can create a space for a better communicatuin between students and faculty, which will blend

the boundaries betwee classrooms and in-between spaces. The dome shape spaces, have high

ceiling extend to the upper floor which create the connection between first floor and second

floor. The curvy light fixtures continue to convey the same formal language as the architecture

in the building.

HILL TERRAINSF Public Transportation Redesign | Design Studio 4 | Spring 2015

HILL TERRAIN

Seat system

Axon

HILL TERRAIN

1/8”=1’0”Plan

Section 1/8”=1’0”

Render of Seats in Different Height

People are always conscious about their appearance. San Francisco is a busy city. Every

morning people are rushing to take transpor tation so they sometimes shor t of time to check

their own appearance. While the muni is designed based on the study of universal design for

different body positions, the glass pattern on the wall and ceiling of the muni allow people to

check their clothes and appearance. The muni is designed as a tunnel that lead people to the

middle of the tunnel that has the most exaggerate pattern on the wall and ceiling. The combi-

nation of light fixture and reflective pattern could create a unique experience for people.

CONSCIOUSNESS MUNISF Public Transportation Redesign | Design Studio 4 | Spring 2015

CONSCIOUSNESS MUNI

Axon Seats and leaning armature

Area of longer rider zone which both has individual working area and collaborative area.

1/2”=1’0”Section

CONSCIOUSNESS MUNI

Study of universal lean-ing armature