AMBER WASINSKI

Walt Disney ImagineeringOrlando, Florida // May 2013-Present Hospitality and Entertainment Design // Reimagine high end hospitality suites to further express the story of the resort. Design custom furniture, carpets, and fabric for lobbies, corridors and guestrooms. Assist with managing projects by communicating with art directors, procurement, contractors, and outside designers.

HLW International LLPNew York, New York // August 2012-December 2012Hospitality and Corporate Design // Worked with team throughout DD and CD phases on a restaurant in Times Square for an international client. Collaborated with strategists and designers to create client presentations for corporate headquarters through modeling, rendering, and material selection.

EDG Interior Architecture + DesignSan Francisco, California // Jan 2012-June 2012Restaurant and Hospitality Design // Participated in charettes and design development, assisted designers in selecting material palettes, preparing digital presentations, and writing specs

Earl Swensson AssociatesNashville, Tennessee // Jan 2011-June 2011Healthcare Design // Punched interiors at Johnston Memorial Hospital, researched evidence based design for published article, worked closely with designers creating digital and physical presentations

AMBERWASINSKI EXPERIENCE

University of Cincinnati(Cincinnati, Ohio // Class of 2013 // GPA 3.4/4.0)College of Design, Architecture, Art and PlanningBachelor of Science in Interior DesignDean’s List, Phi Sigma Pi National Honors Fraternity, IIIDA & AIAS Student Member, Women’s Club Soccer

Ecole Special D’Architecture (Paris, France // 2011 Summer Study Abroad // GPA 3.8)Spent 6 weeks abroad studying + being immersed in French culture and designComplemented by week of indepedent study (Barcelona) + week of independent travel (Southern France)

NEWH: Orlando Chapter Associate MemberWalt Disney Imagineering New Magic Competition: ParticipantWalt Disney VoluntEARS -Contributed hours of community service through Habitat for Humanity, Second Harvest Food Bank, and Keep Brevard Beautiful (Beach Cleanup)PAVE Student Design Competition, sponsored by Sephora: Participant -International Retail Design Competition, Pop Up Store DesignAIAS/SAGE Rebuilding Home Student Design Competition: Honorable Mention -Entry published in Spring 2011 Issue of Crit: Journal of the AIAS -Displayed at 2011 AIA Covention and Design ExpoResearch for “Finishes and Furnishings: Considerations for Critical Care Environments” -Scholarly article published in the journal Critical Care Nursing Quarterly -Published in Vol. 34, No. 4, Dec. 2011University of Cincinnati Cincinnatus Scholarship -requires 30 hours of Community service/year to maintain + 3.3 GPAEuropean Travel-focus on Latin History + Culture (England, Switzerland, France + Italy)Dayton Society of Interior Design Scholarship // Dayton Annual Youth in Service Award

Digital // Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator; Podium, Excel, Spexx, MicrostationHand // Model Making, Shop Certification, Hand Sketching and Drafting, Acrylic Painting, Watercolor

EDUCATION // SKILLS AWARDS // AFFILIATIONS

Eleven Times Square, World Restaurant

High End HospitalityGuestrooms

• Location: Confidential• Firm: Confidential• Concept, DD, CD phases• high end suite design, space planning, FF&E selection

• Location: New York, NY• Firm: HLW International LLP• DD + CD phases• high end / high volume restaurant design• custom fixture design + detailing

WHAT’S INSIDE ONE TWO

Themed Resort:Custom Corridor Carpet

• Location: Confidential• Firm: Confidential• Concept/DD + CD/delivery• themed carpets for high traffic corridors

Foreign Study Response:Eden Park Reservoir

• Location: Cincinnati Ohio• 3rd yr Foreign Study Studio • Urban Development and Adaptive Reuse Plan• Site, Landscape, Architecture + Interior Design

Connect: Community Paddling + Resource Center • Location: Cincinnati, Ohio• 5th yr Senior Capstone• Community Engagement + Athletic Center, Adaptive Reuse Project• Program development, Master Plan, Interior Design

THREE FOUR FIVE

11 TIMES SQUAREFull design of a high end restaurant located in Times

Square, NYC. The scope included two floors and a

mezzanine level to seat a total of 600 people. The concept

was a rotating international menu supported by interiors

reminiscent of the street scapes of New York.

First FloorThe first floor is comprised of a quick serve to interact

with the streetscape, 3 bars (earth, fire, and water), an

additional “garden bar” and a small coffee shop. All

were designed as separate entities but to be cohesive

with the overall intent.

Second FloorThe second floor supports the majority of the restaurant

seating offering varied levels of intimacy. Lots of

communal seating surrounds a main bar and open kitchen

creating an informal atmosphere. A second bar area has

a prohibition feel and small stage, communicating a more

adult vibe. Additionally, a private party dining room and

additional chefs table are available.

MezzanineThe mezzanine or “secret bar” provides space and

seating for small parties of up to 30. The concept was to

create a light box which architecturally interacted with

the main floor, but only provided hints of the hidden part

of the restaurant to general guests.

HIGH END HOSPITALITY SUITESHIGH END HOSPITALITY SUITES

Hardgoods renovation of 3 levels of high end suites for a turn of the century themed resort. Redesign included space planning, FF&E selection, and presentation rendering for executive approval.

Master Bed + Bathroom A nuetral palette with pops of blue was used to modernize the space while being reminicent of a waterside location. Dark wood furniture provides contrast, while gold accents and crown moldings add detail and elegance.

Guest Bed + BathroomSpatial redesign allowed for adjacency of the restroom and bathroom vanity, as well as sleeping room and storage for six additional guests. The shimmery nuetral and teal palette aligns with the master suite.

THEMED RESORT CORRIDOR CARPETConcept design for custom corridor carpet as a complement to the ongoing guestroom redesign.

THEMED RESORT CORRIDOR CARPETCustom corridor carpet design inspired by concept artwork as a complement to the ongoing guestroom redesign.

EDEN PARK RESERVOIRCompleted a two week design charette upon return from

a study abroad program in Paris, working in teams of

four. The intent was to take an existing site in Cincinnati

and redesign it according to design principles exhibited

in France. Primarily inspired by the Viaduc des Arts, we

designed an adaptive reuse initiative for the Eden Park

Reservoir, focusing mainly on revitalization of the area

and preservation of history and character of reservoir.

Existing Reservoir Wall

Community Gardens

Bridge

Communal Steps

Parking

Reflecting Pools

Retail + Entertainment housed in new “Lower Reservoir” Structure

Open Recreation Zone

Tranquility/Resting Zone

3 “Zones”

Interactive Community Zone

Parisian Inspiration

Birds Eye View

Southern Facade

Full Glass Facade

Green Roof

Upper Reservoir Walkway

Existing Reservoir

Lower Reservoir WalkwayLayered Stationary Wood Panels and Operable Trellis

Screens

Northern Facade

Upper + Lower ReservoirThe existing reservoir is repaved to create a social

setting and viewpoint to the park. Adjacent to the new

green roof, visitors see a sustainable mirror image of the

reservoir as they walk along the path. As people walk

from store to store on the lower path, they experience a

literal mirror image of the beautiful aging reservoir as

the glass takes on its reflection.

New Reservoir InteriorsHoused in this modern architectural interpretation

of the reservoir are spaces that are unique but also

apropriate for the surrounding community. The

structure leases space to tenants with a focus on

recreation, food, and the arts.

As a senior capstone I was indivudually challeged to select a location, form a program, and design a space of my choice. I sought to improve the local community by adressing the following:

How can we reverse the effects of nature deficit disorder, revitalize the Ohio Riverfront and enhance the culture of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky?

Community Paddling and Resource Center

The developments on either side of the Ohio river provide the perfect backdrop for a paddling center like Connect. They demontrate the community’s interest in outdoor recreation and a healthier lifestyle. The site is an abandoned streetcar barn whose cavernous interiors, historical character and proximity to the river make it an ideal location. It sits in a developing area of Covington/Newport, directly adjacent to the heavily trafficked 12th street bridge. It will share the space with the future Green Line Farmers Market, which will attract additional foot traffic.

Site Selection

500’240’

Great American BallparkCincinnati Reds Stadium{opened: March 31 2003}

Newport Southbank BridgePurple People Bridge

{reopened to pedestrians: May 2003}

Licking River Greenway + TrailsKY riverbank

{opening in phases 2013-present}

The Banks Development includingSmale Riverfront Park

{opening in phases: 2012-present}

Paul Brown StadiumCincinnati Bengals Stadium

{opened: August 2000}

Sawyers Point Riverfront Parkincluding Serpentine Wall

{opened: June 1998}

Public LandingRiverside Parking + Boat Acces

Newport on the Levee{opened: 2001}

373’

100’40’

55’45’

The depth of a river canyon and the idea that spatial connection creates human connection guided the stacking of volumes and formation of the central atrium. Light enters and reflects through the spaces enhancing this connection.

While determining a site, the concept and parti were derived from the complex nature of the sport of paddling. Influencing factors include physical locations, technique, and equipment.

Parti + Concept Development

Effective storage and circulation of boats, movement paths of people and how these two interact with each other and the outdoors guided the spacial organization.

Permeated Envelope

Bar / Transition

Space

Central Atrium Providing a seamless transition from the urban fabric through Connect and into the outdoors influenced the breakdown of the space into three zones.

Along with the overall spatial parti, the user journey was a very important factor in determining zoning and spatial planning. The user is to experience a spatial progression guided by anticipation and connection between spaces and with the environment.

Zoning + Spatial Development

2nd Floor Plan

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User Path: Guest

User Path: Guest User Path: MemberUser Path: Member

1. Entry 2. Communal Steps

Existing Brick Local Activities Board

National Feed +Digital Image Display

Exposed Trusses

Reclaimed Wood Elements w/ Laser Cut Signage + Branding

Perforated Metal Steps

Wayfinding Created by Semi-Transparent, Colored Wood Stain

Anticipation builds as guests emerge from the restrooms and look out over the atrium where boats and people are constantly in motion.

3. Guest Lockers 3. Equipt. Selection

Wayfinding Mimics User Path and Angular Supports for EquipmentPerforated Metal

Lockers Provide Visibility Reclaimed Wood

Portals Reinforce Wayfinding

Existing Polished Concrete Floor

Wood Beams Visually Anchor Lockers

Infographics make equipment selection easy for users of all ages and experience levels, while dynamic linear elements guide guests through each step and onto the next phase of the journey.

5. Boat Selection 6. Equipment Return

Interactive Digital Boat Selection

Supergraphic Reinforces Movement and Natural Serenity

Glass Wall Allows for Visual Connection

Repetition of Portals Create Rythym Guiding Visitors Outdoors

The redesign of the back wall was inspired by the existing fenestration, sight lines from inside and the most functional way to move people and equipment to and from the building.

7. Bag Pickup/Member Lockers 8. Connection Line BarThe bar provides both a beginning and end to the journey allowing guests to relax and socialize with other paddlers. It is a transition between Connect and the farmers market focusing especially on the guests’ relationship with the water.

Double Sided Lockers allow for easy access to personal items upon return

Lower Light Levels Provide Decompression Zone

Lockers Slide on Track System to Travel Between Floors

Super Graphic as Backdrop seen through Lockers

Capstone projects were put on display as part of a larger exhibit showcasing all graduating seniors’ final work. As a class we designed and constructed base displays, each of which was then comprised of three components. Final production included a 60” x 34” plot display, 1/8”=1’ scale model, and a set of printed program + process books.

[DAAP• wurks] the annual exhibit of graduating students from the UC College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning

Final: DAAPWORKS 2013

THANK YOUCONTACT ME AT: amberwasinski@gmail.com // 937.470.4573