prehistoric

Mission Accomplished!

2010-12-03T09:07:00.001-08:00

I remember looking at Ringling College more than 4 years ago, so amazed by the work in their view book, the stories from Alumni, and I can't believe how far I have come since then! I never in a million years thought I would make it to where I am today. I am finishing up the fall semester of my senior year and I never expected my work would be as strong and creative as it has become, or that I would find a third home (after Orlando and Richmond of course) here in Sarasota.

I am really excited to be bringing you todays post, as I have poured all of my blood, sweat, and tears into this project (and no, I am NOT exaggerating, 48 hours ago I had an emotional breakdown and was convinced that I hated my project, I have a few paper cuts and xacto blade stabs to show for it, and could probably use a nice warm bath) but to say the least, it's almost over!

I feel so great to have this project completed, I am headed home for a much needed, and totally deserved sleep coma for the next 6 hours.

Here is my social justice capstone project. Thank you all for taking the time to stop by from time to time, it means more to me than you can begin to comprehend!

Please, take a moment to enjoy, and feel free to let me know what you think!

Mosaiek: The final product!

2010-12-03T01:01:00.000-08:00

Hello!

2010-11-30T07:45:00.000-08:00

Happy Tuesday morning!

Project Update:
I spent all of yesterday hunched over 3DS Max, and worked really hard on getting my restaurant to look and feel the way It does in my mind.

Here is a perspective of the restaurant overall. Let me know what you think!

Sake!

2010-11-22T20:08:00.000-08:00

Here is a process rendering of the Sake Lounge of Mosaiek. I love how this render turned out, so keep checking back for more progress on the project!

(Click to Enlarge)

Process. No judgement

2010-11-18T19:53:00.000-08:00

In the midst of this project, and I thought I would share a small look at how it's going. A lot in this picture will change between now and December, but at least it's going somewhere these days!

In progress

2010-11-14T21:24:00.000-08:00

So it is late, I am still awake, (surprise surprise, welcome to the life of a college design student!) and I have a deadline to meet by noon tomorrow.

I figured I would share a little something for those of you night owls like myself! I haven't posted my floor plan for Mosaiek yet, so I thought I would do so now!

Here are a few pages of my Construction Document set that will accompany my Capstone project.
Enjoy!

Mosaiek

2010-11-11T07:49:00.000-08:00

Branding! Finally found the inspiration to get it done :)

I think I am going for a Mediterranean/Japanese Fusion restaurant. Very exciting!

The top image is just a "motif," and will not be posted above the name. (just so I don't throw you off!)

Opinions?

So Long Citreae...

2010-10-18T11:13:00.001-07:00

I spent the weekend resting and relaxing after a long week of mid-terms, and I decided, after a brief discussion with my instructor, that Citreae, and the citrus concept was a dead end street. I believe that I can do so much more than what my previous concept communicated with me.

Old concept aside,the rest of this project is going to be more conceptual than my previous work, I want it to be full of color, and shapes, and positive/negative space. It is all about natural structures and forms, the examination of nature's patterns, and being inspired to solve human problems with these elements: Biomimicry. Here are some inspirational pieces and photographs that inspired me to make the leap.

Now I just need a name...

2010-10-09T20:49:00.000-07:00

Spent the whole day in the labs re-assigning materials to my project. I feel (and agree with others) that the green color in the last few process images is overpowering, and overused (within all my projects) So its all sunsine and Orange Juice for this project from here on out!

Mid-Semester Critique

2010-10-08T16:52:00.000-07:00

MONDAY! It feels so far away, but Its right around the corner! I have so much to do before then, but I am making so much progress! :) Here is some proof

Thinking in 3D

2010-10-07T11:42:00.001-07:00

Spent a few days over the last few weeks working in Sketch Up to produce a pretty accurate 3d sketch. Working in three dimensions helps me come up with new ways to apply materials, and it helps me see the big picture as well as the tiny details.

Here is a sketch that helps me see the various possible color applications, furniture selections, and space planning options.

Again, this is JUST a sketch, so things will change between now and December. Thoughts?

The sketching begins...

2010-09-16T15:37:00.000-07:00

I have started to develop an idea of what the interior of the space will look like. I like the idea of doing something rich and eclectic, but still fresh and full of conversation. These beginning stages are the best, and very exciting! I completed this in Google Sketch Up as well, just as another exorcise within the program, and I like the way it turned out! This is just a quick sketch to show some of my ideas for materials, and their application. yay for stone and reclaimed wood!

More to come! It's technically my Friday, so have a great weekend everyone! :)

Site Visit: Future home of Citreae

2010-09-16T15:35:00.000-07:00

Stacking Diagram

2010-09-16T15:28:00.000-07:00

This diagram shows how each of the 3 different floors interact, with consideration to emergency stairwells, and the first floor restaurant in relation to the mezzanine. I have been learning Google Sketch up, and this was one of the first things I did with the program. It's a really great way to explain how the building works.

Restaurant Name and Concept

2010-09-16T15:15:00.000-07:00

Inspired by fresh fruit and a variety of zesty seasonings, the concept for Union Mission’s residential, educational, and dining program in Sarasota, Florida is warm citrus spice. By providing guests with an inviting, comfortable, and intimate ambiance, they can experience the night of a lifetime, without feeling too far from the comforts of home. Surrounded by vibrant colors, flavors and an eclectic atmosphere, guests will be inspired to spice things up, and try something new! The concept will be expressed through the elements of space, texture, and color, as well as the principles of rhythm, variety, and movement.

Capstone Project

2010-09-16T14:53:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it is almost mid-terms again! Senior year is here, and I can't believe that either! Part of me is in disbelief that I am almost done with school. It's a pretty exciting and invigorating thought, I am pretty ready to do big things in the design world!

We are working on our Capstone Project, a socially responsible project for Union Mission, a organization that provides living and working opportunities for those in the community that are at risk for homelessness. We have been asked to design a residence, office space and learning center/teaching kitchen for the members of the program that will prepare them for the work in the restaurant downstairs.

This is a 3 story project, and will take up all of Fall semester. I am really happy about what I have planned for this one!

I'll post some process work as it develops, so keep checking back!

-Jordan

New Logo!

2010-09-16T14:48:00.000-07:00

Getting the word out there!

2010-08-30T05:48:00.000-07:00

This has nothing to do with my work, me, or design, but it has everything to do with raising awareness about something beautiful!

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Go buy it!

Blake Medical Center: Final Boards

2010-04-25T19:38:00.000-07:00

Blake Medical Center: Perspectives

2010-04-25T19:35:00.001-07:00

Patient Room
Nurse Station
Family/Patient Lounge

Blake Medical Center: Rendered Plan

2010-04-25T19:30:00.000-07:00

Blake Medical Plan

2010-04-14T22:14:00.000-07:00

Blake Medical Center

2010-04-14T16:17:00.000-07:00

Concept Board and Imagery.

Lighting Design

2010-03-29T16:44:00.001-07:00

My Submission for the Robert Bruce Thompson Annual Student Light Fixture Design Competition. You can check out the winners from previous years here: http://www.rbtcompetition.org/

Some of the past winners are pretty cool, and a lot of them come from Ringling, so I am pretty excited to find out who takes home this years prize!

The design problem was to design a porch light to illuminate the front door of a single family residence. Here is my solution: (Click to enlarge)

ID4 - Corporate Office Project

2010-03-01T09:56:00.000-08:00

Yay! Part one, Complete

2010-02-26T08:13:00.000-08:00

I just turned in my process binder. Step one of the big project, DONE. :)

At the last minute, with a bite sized rush of adrenaline, I whipped out this cover page, and I kinda like it. Well... actually, I really like it. Perhaps I'll use it on my board too? hmm.

Floor Plan

2010-02-25T16:00:00.000-08:00

All drawn, up and rendered. Now I am just ready to plot it and add shading and dimension. Goodbye weekend! I do it for love.

Spring, Junior Year.

2010-02-25T15:52:00.000-08:00

We are running out of time for our corporate office project, and I am running on empty. Here is the concept for the space I designed. ReTh!nk Inc. Corporate Office

The concept for ReThink’s new office space is the earth element of wind and the effects of erosion. Located in the windy city of Chicago Illinois, the corporate office of this reengineering firm will be spacious, sleek and modern. Just as the company seeks to redesign products and incorporate green and sustainable design, some of the materials selected for this project will be reclaimed, recycled and sustainable. The elements of texture and form alongside the principles of repetition and movement will help define the interior architecture and material selection for this project.

“The wind of change is blowing through this continent “ –Harold Macmillan

Its Done! So here it is!

2009-12-09T08:35:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Para Gaia

2009-11-24T11:13:00.000-08:00

This entire project has been quite the journey! So here is a full semesters worth of hard work and dedication. Although I lost my touch for a few weeks there, I got my swing back, and I am happier than ever to be posting this entry right now!

[Feel free to click and enlarge the images, they are FULL of detail :) ]
The Facade.

A view from just inside the door.

Womens display.

Check out counter and lounge.

A view from the back of the store.

Accessory wall

The lounge and fitting rooms.

I will be working in the coming weeks on a DVD walk through, which I will be posting on here as soon as it is complete. Expect to see it about mid December!

+jt

Update...

2009-11-20T12:02:00.000-08:00

Keep in mind this is still undergoing changes...Even if i am behind, I know I will be changing things until the last possible second. It's one of the stressful things about being a designer.

I am actually excited to be posting this, It has been awesome to see this go from 2D to 3D, and making it look as great as it does.

More stills to come soon, or as soon as I figure something else out. I am in a bit of a rut, and want to change so much. It's taking a lot of will power to keep from doing so.

+jt

Getting there...

2009-10-31T14:18:00.001-07:00

Cranking it out.

2009-10-30T12:34:00.000-07:00

I still have tons to add... like clothes. It really is coming along though. Earlier today I felt like I had quite the mountain to climb, but I am hoping to get some rest, catch up on a few tv shows, and get back to work on this later tonight. :) I'm excited to keep everyone updated.

Set one of these up.

2009-10-27T21:58:00.000-07:00

view my portfolio:
coroflot.com/Jordantaylor

Check it out, set one up yourself, and let me know what you think of my work!

Finally got this project under way!

2009-10-27T11:35:00.000-07:00

This is the view into my retail store from the front window. I am really liking this so far, but as I have not added lighting, or real furniture (hence the odd gray box of a lounge chair) everything has an overall green color.

Anyways, I am really excited to really start getting things finished, and knock this one out of the park! I missed 3DSmax. :)

Thank you 6:30 am

2009-10-08T08:54:00.000-07:00

For letting me finish this little beauty.

Let me introduce you to Para Gaia, my retail design project. this is just the hand rendered floor plan. furniture shapes and material appearances may vary in my final design.

I will post pictures of the other finals soon... it's still a work in progress, as its due tuesday and I'm skipping town for the weekend. Lots to get done ahead of schedule.

I am just looking forward to getting it all into 3DS MAX!

Anyways... Enjoy your midterm week.

Hand Rendered Store Facade

2009-09-14T19:23:00.000-07:00

I am probably the happiest i have ever been with how this rendering turned out. I always thought i sucked at using Copic markers, but this is blowing me out of the water right now!

Im back, and my stuff is better than ever!

Illustrator mock up of the facade

2009-09-11T17:57:00.000-07:00

Retail Cash Wrap Concept : Para Gaia

2009-09-10T18:04:00.000-07:00

Store Facade Concept Design: Para Gaia

2009-09-10T18:03:00.000-07:00

Concept Collage

2009-09-02T20:16:00.000-07:00

Retail Design.

2009-09-02T17:05:00.000-07:00

I never thought the day would come, but I'm already a 3rd year student. eeek! That means its time for the Retail Design project. I have been waiting for this project and dreading it all the same. Right now I'm in that "I cant wait to just get started on it" phase. A few weeks from now I'm sure I will be over it, but for now, I am loving what I have so far!

My concept:

The Concept for this retail space is change. Over time we have seen our environment change colors irreversibly from green forests to grey city skylines. Para, meaning “Protector of” and Gaia, being the Greek goddess of Earth, inspired the name for the store. Para Gaia tells the story of Mother Earth’s reclamation. Through texture, form, line and direction, She invades this urban concrete retail space with her shades of green. Using the principles of contrast and dominance to reach out at your heartstrings, motivating even the passer-by to stand up and help her in the fight.

I will post my inspirations later, as I dont have the PDF file on me now. Cross your fingers for me!

Back At It!

2009-08-28T12:13:00.000-07:00

Whole new school year, means brand new projects.
Just getting back into the swing of things with 3D Studio Max, with Product renderings.

Nothing fancy, just spent a class period on it. I'm really excited for my Retail design project, which I start next week.
Cheers.

Final Boards

2009-05-02T11:57:00.001-07:00

its over. and this is one of my favorite projects by far. :)

I'm going to call it a night.

2009-04-27T23:58:00.000-07:00

+jt

Where the magic happens

2009-04-27T20:02:00.000-07:00

Click it! I'ts HD.
The desk area and office/studio space in my Digital Rendering project. :)

+jt

Om Nom Nom

2009-04-26T17:06:00.001-07:00

Accesscorize

2009-04-22T20:26:00.000-07:00

I need to design a couch before i go any further.
That is my goal tonight, but for now, here is what I have.
Lighting to come this weekend, for sure, as the project is due in 8 days.

My Chairs look funny..

2009-04-20T08:22:00.000-07:00

eames... gotta love his work

2009-04-19T17:02:00.000-07:00

some eames furniture im using in my digital rendering project. heres the office, and the view of the living room... ugh. i want to stay and do more but i have a friend coming over. much love.

+jt

A whole days worth of work.

2009-04-18T20:36:00.000-07:00

I probably shouldn't have started applying materials just yet, but oh well.
I just wanted to give you a taste of what the final will look like.

+jt

In Progress..

2009-04-16T08:08:00.000-07:00

Here's just an idea as to how a Digital Rendering project starts. Walls. 3D or not, its the basic canvas for any project. I started my day off on quite the productive foot, so ill try and keep it up from here on out. I have a few meetings, my speech for Student Government elections, and presentations this afternoon, but I have some good music to keep me company!

Take care!
+jt

2009-04-14T12:13:00.000-07:00

a quick look at my cad plan for my studio project.

ill be opening it up in 3DS Max tomorrow probably. the next few days will be kinda busy.

off to class for an office system presentation, the out to a sushi dinner with an old friend :) todays getting better and better.

I have a Tumblr...

2009-04-14T07:23:00.000-07:00

if you have one too... Follow me!

http://jordantaylor.tumblr.com

Down Under.

2009-04-09T17:35:00.001-07:00

The concept for my Australian studio residence is the Sydney opera house. Located on an urban waterfront, the architecture of this building is said to have been constructed from the single surface of a sphere. The iconic concert hall is a masterpiece of modern architecture. Inspired by the opera house's pure, curving shapes and undulating reflective surfaces, my concept will be achieved through the elements of line, texture and form and will further express the concept through the principles of pattern, dominance and movement.

Best of Ringling

2009-04-07T19:01:00.000-07:00

I'm planning on submitting a few pieces. Here are some of my favorite projects, and my best boards. I figured "hey, why not?" It's wroth the try, right?

[Click to Enlarge]
+jt

Oh, and did i mention. . .

2009-04-06T07:15:00.000-07:00

Here's a little background info about my new client for my next Interior Design II project:

As the CEO of the British-based music publisher RPM, that represents the work of such unique music talents as My Morning Jacket, Feist, Iron & Wine, Modest Mouse, Adele and Radiohead—Sarena Paxon intimately understands the convergence of creativity and commerce at the core of the business she shepherds. "Ours is a rarefied business," Paxon says. "If you think of great music—what is it? It's a wonderfully written song that's brilliantly performed, but it's also valuable intellectual property."

My mission as the designer:

Paxon has requested a workspace that presents the feeling of a
sophisticated lounge or club. Instead of incorporating bold color or offbeat design devices, - infuse character and interest with a carefully developed palette of materials that add warmth, texture, and richness to the space. She wants you to work with the exposed brick walls, vaulted ceilings, and castiron columns of the original structure.

To support the various facets of RPM’s business, Paxon wants you to develop a floor plan that would divide the employees into distinct groups with logical adjacencies. "Treat the space as an urban landscape, and define neighborhoods for each group and their different needs, such as the creative group, which blasts music all day long, versus the copyright and royalty department, which spend their time poring through legal documents."

Looks to me like ill be listening to some GREAT music over the next 3 weeks!

I swear to you, it's never over

2009-04-06T06:48:00.000-07:00

The second one project ends, another begins! My Digital Rendering studio class final project is 900 sq.ft. personal living and studio space, where I become my own client. It can be located anywhere in the world, and of course with my current obsession with the land down under, this little beauty is my inspiration for this next project :)

This project... is one i dont believe i will get sick of!

i really wish i was more prepared to present

2009-04-02T11:24:00.000-07:00

I'm as ready as I'll ever be!

Breathe easy

2009-03-30T08:00:00.000-07:00

So i got a 94 on my Nuts project. I'm really happy about that!

Today in Digital Rendering, learning about daylighting, I created this little beast...

I like him a lot! haha.

ok. off to my RIDA meeting, lunch, and a little field trip downtown to look at some KNOLL furniture. :) Im dying to sit in this little ounce of heaven!

A little more shake... a little less bake.

2009-03-25T14:14:00.000-07:00

Sneak Peak

2009-03-24T16:44:00.000-07:00

Folder Review: Today!

2009-03-05T07:17:00.000-08:00

Clear spaces and required wheelchair accessibility zones.
Hand drawn floor plan: still changing.Cad Plan.

MMM generation work!

im done posting about nuts... promise

2009-03-05T07:15:00.001-08:00

Three down...

2009-03-04T10:27:00.000-08:00

10 more large scale renderings to go!

Final Due Thursday

2009-03-02T08:28:00.000-08:00

and i need to add a few lighting fixtures, signage, and set a few camera views, and then i think i might just be able to call it a day. maybe tomorrow? ugh. the week of midterms are always the worst. :/

Dee's Nutz

2009-02-26T08:02:00.000-08:00

As in: Nuts belonging to; the property of: Dee. [hahahaha! i just like the way it sounds]

When i was in Nashville last week, i realized that the peanut stand in the middle of the mall got almost as much attention as any store tucked into the main drag. So what better kiosk to design for my Digital Rendering midterm project, but a Nut Stand?! Exactly!

I think we have a HOME RUN here kids!
Im still having fun with it, but give it a few more days and ill probably want to choke on a handful of roasted almonds.

Bigger than us.

2009-02-19T17:30:00.000-08:00

My ID2 project is in full swing!

So start checking in more often! I have finally developed a final floor plan :) as soon as a scanner is free, ill scan in my final pen and pencil copy, including furniture and some sketches. This will have to do for now.
Rooms: [from bottom door] Entry into Living Area, through to the Kitchen on the far left, and dining to your right. Through the opening, your bathroom is on the bottom [next to the entry foyer] including a utility closet, room for ADA wheelchair access, and a small linen closet. Bottom right corner is the Master Bedroom with niche for a set of drawers and 3 sliding closet doors. At the top right of the plan is the artist studio, with custom Cabinetry on the south wall. [pictured at bottom]

Lighting plan, summarizing where each of my pendant, track, and recessed lighting will be placed. The dotted lines signify which switches control what string of lights.

Top: Custom studio storage unit. Primarily designed to store canvas materials, brushes, the utility sink, and other art supplies.
Bottom: Closet doors, and a little peek into the closet layout for the master bedroom. [still sketching closet door concepts]

Ok. It's been a long few days, and now that this is done, im off to get some SERIOUS sleep.

Frank O. Gehry

2009-02-09T22:02:00.000-08:00

My first project in my Interior Design II class is an artist's residence. A 3 month studio/apartment and living space for one. It is located in the Chelsea district of NY, and surrounded by culture. I am really liking this project so far!

I was really inspired by Frank O. Gehry's jewelry line for Tiffany & CO. [pictured below] The soft, angular lines were quite eye opening and will serve as quite the motif.

My concept statement:

The concept for this artist's residence, located in Chelsea, New York, is an organic jewelry line designed by Frank O. Gehry. Further inspired by his design for the IAC Building on 11th street and embracing the elements of design, such as open space, geometric and organic forms, variations of texture, and light to help emphasize the concept. My design will can be further demonstrated by the principles of scale, asymmetrical balance, variety, and rhythm.

SO... with all of that said, here are some of my 3rd generation floor plan sketches.

^Notice the "fish" here in the lower left corner.

This shape is not only featured as a pendant in his jewelry line [pictured top] but it was also a motif Gehry used in many of his buildings.

I am really excited now that this project is rolling. i think i came up with something really innovative this time around.

Let me know what you think!

-JTaylorrr.

Retail Sales Rack.

2009-02-09T08:18:00.001-08:00

Here's a little something we worked on in class..
i stayed after and added the dresses to get a little bit of practicing in.

My midterm is a sales kiosk, so ill post some process work as soon as i get started.

Digital Rendering Quiz1

2009-01-29T08:14:00.001-08:00

I am really proud of this one! There were a few hickups towards the start but it came together nicely. liking the colors. The tables could have been better though... :/
Ceramic bowl, and lamp, Canvas shade, Leather Sofa.

Digital Rendering and Concept.

2009-01-22T08:22:00.001-08:00

So im almost 2 weeks into my second semester this year, and i have come across, by far, some of the hardest assignments so far. My Digital Rendering class is pretty "hardcore."

Last week we were asked to create an apple and an orange to add to the scene provided, and for my first few tries, i had quite the lumpy apple... but on my 3rd try i got the shape just right, as for my orange, those things are lumpy anyways, so i went with it.

Dont even get me started on the lighting...

So as the lessons continue, we learned a basic "how-to" for making furniture, and we started with a basic chair.The love seat is due on Monday so as soon as i render that i'll post it up here.

Hope your holidays were swell, im off to grab a warm cup of tea.
-jordantaylor.

Happy Holidays!

2008-12-26T20:37:00.000-08:00

I'm a wishful thinker, So one day I'll treat myself to a holiday home like this:

And im imagining an office area just like this! <3

I have a little thing for the color white, if you couldn't tell. :)

Hope you all had a Happy Holiday, and a Merry Christmas!

-Jordan Taylor.

My Newest Project:

2008-12-17T00:52:00.001-08:00

I really need this transformation. Too much of my young adult life occurred in that room the way that it is. Hopefully a fresh coat of paint, and some new lights well help me close that part of my life, and open new doors to adulthood.

Oh goodness, and 20 isnt even THAT adult.

it just... needs to be done.

My final BIG final!

2008-12-10T16:47:00.000-08:00

Adobe Illustrator Floor Plan Rendering
+ Title Block

and... IM OUT.

Mind Numbing. . .

2008-12-05T18:27:00.000-08:00

ID Graphics final... 50% done. Floor plan design and rendering. As soon as we critique them Monday morning, we will be designing a client brochure. So for now, Part One: COMPLETE.

one down...

2008-12-05T16:39:00.000-08:00

eight other projects to go... keep breathing, right?

2008-12-03T16:14:00.000-08:00

My concept, and Development board.

Sample and Furniture Selection board

Now i need to get all the process work put together, print out these bad boys, and glue it all down. Let the home stretch BEGIN!

Dedication

2008-12-02T23:54:00.000-08:00

I'll show you where the birds nest

2008-12-02T23:08:00.000-08:00

I'm finally done with all of my drawings, and each one has been beautifully hand rendered. Norman came over and personally told me how freaking AWESOME they look, so I'm pretty stoked on that. Take a quick peak and let me know what you think. I'll be posting screenshots of the final two boards tomorrow as I complete them so wish me luck, and enjoy!

-Jordannn Taylor.

im making progress!

2008-12-02T11:24:00.000-08:00

Signs

2008-11-16T16:59:00.000-08:00

After staring at my computer for QUITE some time this weekend, i can gladly present you with these little wonders.

These two signs as well as the one posted earlier, will conveniently be located in the spaces below:

thats sketch...

2008-11-13T14:39:00.000-08:00

Last post of the day, i hope. For your sake more than mine. I am just really getting into all of the projects i am working on lately. It's a good thing, you should be happy for me!
Here are a few concepts for a small house i am designing for my AutoCAD class. Preliminary Plans will probably appear on here sometime next week!

If you cant tell, i have a weak spot for geometric lines, and contrasting organic shapes. Call me crazy, but it might be a little compulsive. Like how everything i own has its place, architecture is much like that as well.

From Concept to Completion

2008-11-13T08:16:00.000-08:00

OK. i know, im probably going blog crazy, but hey, look at all these wonders you have stumbled upon! and its only 11AM! [you're so very welcome ;) ]

but here are a few sketches i developed today in class:
and here is what i developed using Adobe:InDesign

Impressive, eh?

but seriously... i seriously need to be this productive ALL the time!

Organic Bedding?

2008-11-13T06:20:00.000-08:00

What's This?

I'm already obsessed!

Amenity

Building HOPE

2008-11-13T05:40:00.000-08:00

It's the beginning of class, and i have a very long day ahead of me.

ID graphics: we are working on way finding sign design. Maps, signage, directories, and such.
so heres what i have:
its totally a work in progress, and will probably change a LOT before the end of class, but its an idea of something i'm working on other than that pied- a-terre :)

Enjoy, and happy thursday!

Color Blind, if only for a moment.

2008-11-10T15:27:00.000-08:00

First off... welcome to my kitchen table! (Or the mess i would like to call my 'work station'.) Considering the desk and chair i was given have been such a sad excuse for a working surface of any type. (Curse Student Housing for that one...) Anyways, As obsessive as i can be about keeping things organized, I kinda let loose when im deep in progress.

The pied-a-terre is going well, thank you for asking. The floorplan is a little bare at this moment, but i have all the base walls, its going to be furniture placement that will complicate everything. Rooms [starting at the top right, clockwise] Primary Living Area, Kitchen, Aux, Entry, Powder Room, Master Bathroom, Toilet/Bidet Closet, Primary Sleeping Area.

As for samples, im sure i have a few more to gather. The lady at JoAnns was a little stingy, and wouldn't even give me the good pieces. If Norman really likes what i have, ill just go back and buy a chunk of some of the fabrics that were more than perfect for this assignment.

Anyways, these photos were brought to you by my wonderful iPhone, so i removed all the color to avoid having to deal with poor color quality.

More to come, as things are starting to move along quite nice. :)

Until then..

JordanTaylor.

Chirp Chirp.

2008-11-06T19:42:00.000-08:00

eggs eggs eggs.

bathtubs, ceiling treatments, entryways, counter tops..

they are going to be ALL over this Pied-a-terre!

Robbin's Eggs and Branches Reaching.

2008-10-23T20:15:00.001-07:00

so ... scratch all of that.

after sitting on my concept for a few days i decided that i needed to reinvent my idea. instead of a country nest, im doing a nest in the big city. mixing extremely modern lines and geometry with the organic lines of branches. i thought that perhaps having bookshelves flowing into and out of the room would add a slight sense of the concept without being overpowering.

I found these by WOKmedia and i swooned

oh and i found the perfect bathtub. its all egg shaped and stuff.

so the project is well under way and i am so happy to be reporting this!

thank goodness.

I know why the caged bird sings.

2008-10-17T15:20:00.000-07:00

So for my "Pied-a-terre" project [a small second apartment or temporary home] , im really thinking something organic. Eclectic even. I spoke with Norman about my concept, and he really challenged the... straight forwardness of my idea. I need to abstract my design a bit from my concept statement. I really wanted to focus on bird cages, and the idea of coming to and from a nest freely. Problem is, i just keep falling in love with Tree based furniture and accessories. I mean, who wouldnt love to fall asleep under this:

It's been quite some time

2008-10-17T08:13:00.001-07:00

But here i am, one HUGE project into my Sophomore Year at Ringling, and i couldn't be happier!

We were asked to design a dental office, Nothing too big, just a beginners office.
Im not going to brag about all the technicalities and needs i have had to meet for this project, there are far too many, but here we are, my first real ID project

So... theres that, nothing too EPIC, but im extremely happy with how it turned out! Our next project, I believe, will be a corporate hotel suite. Dandy... lets see how that goes!

Ill keep this thing updated with all my work business, nonsense stuff. So keep checking back!

there is no road map to my life

2007-12-01T17:11:00.000-08:00

every weekend i end up home, somehow... and i wouldnt have it any other way

luckily i am able to connect to my neighbors internet connection long enough to present you with this lovely blog.

in other news...

i absolutely LOVE this print.

someone get it for me for christmas?

2007-11-30T15:56:00.000-08:00

NoPattern.com

so great.

his photography, and computer skills are top notch.

its friday. and i need to get out of this dorm room before i shoot myself.

what has more brains that kurt cobain?

the wall behind him.

2007-11-30T14:09:00.000-08:00

i woke up so freaking late today. ugh. [i say this after deleting my 3 para

graph run down of my hectic and lazy morning] i was a couple minutes late for drawing studio, and realized i have to create an alter ego. another reason to say "ugh"...

after class i went to the art supply store and got some of these pretty little life savers to help me work on my next project. as well as a few pieces of canvas-board, and some acrylic paint.

on another note. i feel like crap today. i spilt steaksauce on my mini jersey peacoat and its really rainy out.

im done complaining.

...ill be playing with my new sharpies if you need anything.

a much needed fresh start.

2007-11-29T23:10:00.000-08:00

lately i have been absolutely floored by Branislav Kropilak's photography. i really like it a lot.
he has this way of capturing time, and making seconds look like hours,
or the other way around.

im mesmerized.

[click me]

on another note. im excited to move on to next semester. but first and foremost, im ready for winter break. im excited to go back home and show everyone all that ive learned so far. i remember leaving home and not saying goodbye to anyone. i just packed my bags and left.. i have a lot of lost ground to cover.

and with that, i will leave you for the night.