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Design PortfolioALAYNA VAN RITETelling stories through design

2 ALAYNA VAN RITEaboutmeHi! My name is Alayna and I am a junior studying Interior Architecture at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. I am also getting two certificates, one in Design Strategy and the other in Environmental Studies. As I finish up my third year at UW-Madison in the Interior Architecture program, I am developing skills in programming, schematics, and design development. I am proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp, as well as Abobe’s Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. With my unlimited creativity and intrinsic drive to make a difference, I am a designer with a purpose to contribute meaningfully to our world. I find passion in unconventionality and I push to create spaces that tell stories, foster inclusivity, and truly uplift people more than we accept in many of our environments where we spend much of our lives. I am an aspiring designer dreaming of using my skills, talents, & passions to bring solutions that are both beautiful & meaningful to the world.

3avanrite@wisc.edu+1 (920) 609-4352PORTFOLIO 3

4 ALAYNA VAN RITEcontents

5GROOVEHOME RENOVATIONPEDIATRIC CLINICINGEN-YOU-ITY 32162822648Intergenerational HousingDesign Thinking InternshipLighting DesignHealthcareBoutique Hotel, Adaptive ReuseHandmade & Graphic DesignCOOK RITE44Retail SpaceFLOWER PENDANT OTHER CREATIVE WORKSCHILD AT HEART B&B38Historical Renovation Bed & BreakfastPORTFOLIO 5

6 ALAYNA VAN RITEINGEN-YOU-ITYSparking curiosity beyond the stay25,200 ft2Downtown Madison, WI 2024Boutique Hotel, Adaptive ReuseRevit, Illustrator, Photoshop

7By creating mood boards and conceptual diagrams, the idea for Ingen-You-Ity was inspired. The concept encompasses keeping guests and visitors curious with unique architectural details and a floor plan abstractly translated from the black and white diagram above. INGEN-YOU-ITY 7

8 ALAYNA VAN RITEWhen guests enter the hotel, they are greeted by the amenities and common areas that make the space feel alive. The bar and restaurant are off to the left, with plenty of seating at the lounge adjacent to the cafe on the right. Ingen-you-it is promoting an environment where its spaces and uses are shared, which allows the boundaries between public and private to be blurred, leaving the purpose and meaning of the space up to the user.Entrance to Bar, Restaurant & CafeLOGO

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10 ALAYNA VAN RITEIngen-You-Ity is a boutique hotel located in an old wagon wheel factory in downtown Madison, WI. The project focuses on utilizing the existing building footprint for sustainability and historical preservation. This project has a distinct character, intentional design and decor to create an unique experience for every visitor. The design concept emphasizes unconventionality through new approaches to hotel and room design to accommodate varying lengths of stay and diverse user needs. I want to design my boutique to hold details that inspire just in the way they were inspired by me to be designed. Maybe to encourage visitors to become more curious and step outside after their visit to seek inspiration beyond the hotel.

11I want to create a place that truly feels like a sanctuary for its visitors and residents. The space I create should provide a sense of meaning and home-like qualities that leave a special mark, unique in the feelings it evokes even after its’ visitors leave. ““CONCEPT BOARDINGEN-YOU-ITY 11

12 ALAYNA VAN RITEThe third floor is for the “Night Owl’s” or those who prefer more active night life, whether that involves partying at the bar, working late, or going to the communal kitchen to cook a nice meal and taste some wine. Level 3: The PM FloorThe second floor is for the “Early Riser’s” and the guests who like to get up and get their day started before the others. The floor offers a wellness studio with yoga, weights, and pilates equipment open to guests 24/7. Level 2: The AM Floor

13ROOM MATERIALSADA Suite ADA Standard Micro StayStandard Stay SuiteENLARGED ROOM PLANSADA Suite InteriorINGEN-YOU-ITY 13

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15WALL SCONCE SPEC SHEETReceptionInspiration requires awareness of what’s around you. By taking the experience of your surroundings and letting it filter through your own aesthetic sensibilities so when it emerges, it comes out new.““INGEN-YOU-ITY 15

16 ALAYNA VAN RITEHOME RENOVATION: INTERNSHIPA $500 Kenyan Home Transformation400 ft2Tumutumu, Nyeri County, Kenya 2023Home RenovationInternship, Design Thinking, Local Resources

17Using only locally sourced materials, artwork, and pre-existing furniture, a once cluttered and uninviting home was transformed into one that welcomes and comforts the homeowners and their visitors for ecotourism sake. The goal was to make the home inviting while blending modernity with the essence of Kenyan culture. The home redesign cost around $500 or 80250.00 KES and it keeps it’s Kenyan home-like character. HOME RENOVATION 17

18 ALAYNA VAN RITE Before

19The redesign included new vinyl flooring, wallpaper, trim along the floor, ceiling, and doors, warmer lighting, painted doors, handmade decor and artwork, and rearrangement of furniture. In the new designated dining area we replaced with a warm, interesting lighting fixture and handcrafted wall decor from the Kariokor Market in Nairobi, Kenya.Making Progress...HOME RENOVATION 19

20 ALAYNA VAN RITEThe three doors in the living space led to the bedrooms. They were previously painted a bright blue color. These are the two doors I painted, which were inspired by the patterns of African textiles commonly sold in the local markets. LOCAL ARTWORKHAND PAINTED DOORS

21Good to see the homeowners happy in their new home!HOME RENOVATION 21

22 ALAYNA VAN RITEPEDIATRIC CLINICBringing Positive Distractions into Healthcare3,300 ft2Baltimore, MD 2023Healthcare ClinicRevit, Photoshop

23This pediatric clinic offers an architectural language both parents and children can understand by offering playful distractions through the mimicked alignment of internal seasons to those of nature.PEDIATRIC CLINIC 23

24 ALAYNA VAN RITEThe design of this project revolves around the concept of an “internal season,” creating a dynamic and nurturing environment that aligns with the unique needs of young patients. Inspired by the idea of positive distraction, the clinic’s interiors are envisioned as vibrant, ever-changing landscapes that mimic the four seasons. Each section of the clinic represents a different season, with corresponding color schemes, themed artwork, and interactive elements designed to engage and captivate children during their visit.In crafting the material and furniture selections, a thoughtful approach is taken to create an environment that fosters comfort and engagement for young patients. Furniture choices are made with durability, safety, and flexibility in mind, allowing for easy adaptation to various activities that cater to different age groups. The color palette and patterns are carefully curated to align with the internal season concept, transitioning seamlessly between lively spring hues, vibrant summer tones, warm autumn shades, and cool winter palettes.FF & E SELECTIONSMATERIALS BOARDVitalsExam RoomReception

25PEDIATRIC CLINIC 25Exam Room HallwayReception

26 ALAYNA VAN RITEPLAYPOSITIVE DISTRACTIONSMOVEMENTTHROUGHCHANGESBLOSSOMCONCEPT BOARD

27PEDIATRIC CLINIC 27Reception Nurse Station

28 ALAYNA VAN RITEFLOWER PENDANTPlaying with shadows2 ft. H, 1.5 ft. W, 10 lbs.Madison, WI 2024Lighting DesignPrototyping, Lazor Cut

29FLOWER PENDANT 29

30 ALAYNA VAN RITEREVIT MODELSketchesView from Above

31FLOWER PENDANT 31The client wants to design a space that fosters connection and interaction across generations. With the symbol of the lemon tree as the inspiration for the concept, the space the light will stand will serve as a timeless and long-lasting place that tells a story of home, love, and connection across generations. The design goals are to create a unique and calming atmosphere that supports interaction, coming together, sharing experiences, and building long-lasting relationships. Therefore, the light design will be something organic, flower-like, and makes use of curves without actually bending the wood material.To begin the physical design, I started with sketches to determine the general shape I wanted. Then, I headed to Revit to understand how I would be able to actually build it and also visualize the end-product. This is where I tested some different concepts to understand how the light would be diffused through the material and form, as well as understanding how the pieces would connect. Through converting my extrusions to Illustrator, I was able to lazor cut the pieces and physically build it. The result is now a pendant light that can be hung from the ceiling. Final Product

32 ALAYNA VAN RITEGROOVEAn Intergenerational Housing Community10,000 ft2Madison, WI 2023Trauma-Informed, Intergenerational HousingInterior Design Studio II, 2023

33Communal Kitchen & Dining AreaGROOVE 33

34 ALAYNA VAN RITEThis project will educate people about the importance and benefits of intergenerational living. It is designed with the goals of the client Hope & A Future, at the core of many design decisions. Hope & A Future, a nonprofit in Madison, WI, promotes an unconventional way of living, anticipating to show its mission including the many advantages of collaborative companionships. This is crucial in the design process, as designing for the different user needs will help other resident’s transition into this way of living. The mission for Groove is to create an intergenerational living facility accommodating elders, staff, and young families with children that provides a safe and welcoming environment to discover or regain a sense of purpose and empowerment through caring for one another.DESIGN GOALSThe multi-purpose communal space should provide activities that appeal to the different generations such as art, music, exercise, social gatherings, community classes, and cooking/ making meals. (Social Interaction/ Loneliness)Provide a sense of ownership and independence for the residents through their individualized apartment units. (Territory)Allow choice for residents to decide their level of engagement and community involvement in any given moment or activity. (Privacy/Personal Space)

35GROOVE 35Creative SpaceCONCEPTUAL SKETCHES

36 ALAYNA VAN RITETWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT FF & ELiving RoomKitchen & DiningCommunal KitchenNook & Creative SpaceCreative Space & Breakfast Bar Communal KitchenELEVATIONS

37GROOVE 37BEHAVIORAL ANALYSISVISUAL CONNECTION: The breakfast bar opens up the wall between the creative space and communal kitchen while still keeping spaces their own.PREVIEWING: Before entering a room, the residents can see whether they want to join the space or not. They get a hint for what to expect before actually being in the space.HOMEYNESS: Entering the kitchen from the foyer can be associated with a residential home and therefore important for making the place feel like “home.”IDENTITY: The multi-purpose space is shared and open for personalization. Being adjacent to the foyer, the residents sense that this is a personalized space of their own and that a piece of themselves can be displayed here.PROXIMITY: Curtain wall creates connection between the daycare and the creative space, an opportunity for different age groups to interact.REFUGE: These nooks allow the user to sneak into their own space, allowing them to still preview the room while acknowledging that they would like more privacy/personal space.

38 ALAYNA VAN RITECHILD AT HEART B & BA Victorian Home Renovated into a Bed & Breakfast10,000 ft2Madison, WI 2022Historical RenovationAutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop

39CHILD AT HEART B & B 39

40 ALAYNA VAN RITEThe house is located in a residential neighborhood in Madison, WI. It is near the lake and close to downtown Madison. Madison offers several activities and opportunities for creativity, innovation, education and community involvement. It is a very eclectic and left-leaning community.The site location is a perfect balance offering a quieter neighborhood community while still being very accessible to the loud, busy parts of Madison which makes it an attractive place to stay for a visit to the city. THE SITE

41CHILD AT HEART B & B 41As a kid, we are most optimistic about our lives because we are just start-ing, we are naïve and we are enthusiastic about our whole life ahead of us. We can dream big and plan to have any career and do anything we want. We have so much time! But why not incorporate that thinking into life now? Our time is limiting, but even more reason to live in a way that makes the most of it. It is never too late for discovery. We can make mistakes and still discov-er new true versions of ourselves at any age. The space here at the Child at Heart Bed & Breakfast will provide for the guests an experience of these aspects of being a child at heart. This will be done by making it a positive space for those at any stage of their life (child to elder) and looking to restore their inner child self, have fun, and take care of their physical and mental health while they are here. THE CONCEPTChild At B & BLOGOThe Child at Heart Bed & Breakfast is all about finding how to be playful again.

42 ALAYNA VAN RITEThe goals of this bed and breakfast involve transforming a historic preserved Queen Anne Victorian house in Madison, WI into a bed and breakfast allowing for aging in place and universal needs. Throughout the entire design process, analysis of the site and history is used to create a design concept that is refined and present throughout the entire spatial design.RENDERINGS / VISUALSFF & EKitchen & Living Space

43ROOM CONCEPTS & FF & EThe Eager is inviting and awakening upon entry. Including bright pinks and green, and patterned wallpaper, it conveys the excitement and liveliness one feels as a child.The Dreamer is calming and dreamy. It symbolizes the innocence and naivety we have as kids to dream big and think very positively without fear of mistakes or any barriers.The Bright-Eyed is open and lively. The yellow accents and accessories bring joy that reminds us of the positivity and happiness in youthood.CHILD AT HEART B & B 43

44 ALAYNA VAN RITECOOK RITEA Retail Warehouse Space Built from Scratch7,500 ft2Key West, FL 2023Retail Space Revit, Lumion

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46 ALAYNA VAN RITELOGO

47COOK RITE 47CUSTOM MERCHANDISEPots, Pans, Cutting BoardsDisplay Shelves

48 ALAYNA VAN RITEOTHER CREATIVE WORKSHand Rendering, 2D & 3D Compositions, & Graphic Design2022 - Present Personal Works & UW-Madison Coursework

49OTHER CREATIVE WORKS 49Hand Rendering an ImagePrismacolor Markers2022

50 ALAYNA VAN RITETaylor Swift PosterIllustrator2022Perspective SketchPencil on Paper2022Still Life Hand Drawing Pencil on Paper2022

51OTHER CREATIVE WORKS 51Mood Boards for Concept DevelopmentPhotoshop2024Sun & Moon Personal PaintingsAcrylic on Canvas2022

52 ALAYNA VAN RITETILESMASK

53OTHER CREATIVE WORKS 53PAVILION2D & 3D CompositionsHandmade with clay2022

54 ALAYNA VAN RITEFUNCTIONAL ARTChair DesignModel Making & Lazor Cutting2022

55The Balance Museum is a creative effort to connect indoor space with natures’ restorative and organic qualities. Using naturally existing forms and textures, the museum is a balance between modern structure and organic elements. The curvature should be an experience displaying strength and tranquility. Circular window forms bring in light and a visually interesting aspect, and provide a sense of being in nature. Many of the features are inspired by the architect, Jeanne Gang, who has incorporated many natural materials and forms that resemble nature in her designs. The museum is intended to spark curiosity through it’s biophilic design. OTHER CREATIVE WORKS 55

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