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Reimagine • Redesign
The project involved transforming the gutted second-floor offices, located above an existing draft house, into an open extension of the bar below. Rather than simply replicating the first floor's current aesthetic, the concept was to convert and rebrand the second floor, eventually implementing this new design and look on the first floor in a subsequent phase. Our design firm collaborated closely with the architectural firm throughout the process as initial modifications were made. Despite the promising start to the initial construction and design implementation, the project was put on indefinite hold with the impact of COVID-19.
INTERIOR PHASE - PROJECT TRANSITION
The project began with a comprehensive SketchUp file and floor plans provided by the architectural firm. My role, alongside the lead designer, was to assume responsibility for the interior design and layout. This transition necessitated a significant initial effort to clean up and refine the interior of the existing 3D model before we could proceed.
Taking over a pre-existing model from another creator presented challenges in reorganization, optimization, and general clean-up. Despite the difficulty, this process proved to be an invaluable learning experience, offering essential hands-on practice in model optimization, effective asset management, and adapting to a different individual's modeling style.
View from SketchUp model as initially delivered to update, refine, and apply material selections
View of updates from similar angle
The design centers on the lively bar area, which features tiled walls in a colorful pinwheel design (CTP17-06) from Moroccan Mosaic & Tile House. This splash of color is complemented by accent greens used for the bar and velvet banquettes, and blues for the seating. The rest of the space utilizes more muted colors, designed to support and direct attention to the playful bar area.
Once the wall colors (Benjamin Moore Eternity and Stonecutter) and the bar color (Benjamin Moore Deep Green) were chosen, several options were developed to present to the client for the trim, ceiling, and floor paint and finish.
View from SketchUp model as initially delivered to update, refine, and apply material selections
View of updates to exterior of model: changing color scheme, adding railing, and changing post supports
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