Case Study Design Projects
Student field trip to the Colonial Renovation
It is critical that students be involved in actual interior design projects in order to understand the complexities of the profession, including both the business practices and procedures, the application of the "design process" including the creation of the creative solution which meets the needs of the client and stands the test of time. Students experience these case study projects through site visits, discussions with sub-contractors, PowerPoint presentations, project documents and samples of the specified materials and resources.
All case study projects by Ann Lowry, Modesto
Ann Lowry Planning and Design
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Bungalow Renovation
The project involved completely updating a a 1950's bungalow, with the goal of to reconfigure spaces to increase interior efficiency, openness, and function while providing for the opportunity for future expansion. Exterior spaces needed to be redesigned to provide the master bedroom with a private patio and to create multiple entertaining areas.All lighting, electrical and HVAC systems needed to be updated as well.
Exterior Backyard Renovation
Design Program: To renovate the exterior living space to provide greater access to the kitchen and to allow for outdoor entertaining.
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Read about it in the Modesto Bee Back- Entrance to the Kitchen
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Bungalow Renovation Kitchen remodel Design Program: To increase the usability of the space while allowing for improved traffic flow and accommodating multiple cooks. Using the assistance of a structural engineer, the wall between the kitchen and dining room was removed. A pair of French doors added to each one to increase the ambient light and to facilitate traffic flow between the room as well as the outdoor living spaces. |
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| Colonial Style Home Design Problem: To complete a major redesign of kitchen, master bedroom and bath, family room, dining room and entry including structural and spatial changes. To improve proportions, harmony, and human scale.Grateful appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Draper
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A Livable Studio The conversion of a playroom to a studio apartment Design Problem: To convert a playroom/ storage area located in the basement area of 1950's ranch style home into a legal second unit containing a full kitchen, bathroom, and designated dining, seating, and sleeping areas. Areas for a computer, printer, scanner, TV and DVD are also required.
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Kitchen Area
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| Universal Design Bathroom
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Design Problem: To remodel an existing bathroom which also serves the pool. To also provide increased interior accessibility to those with physical limitations, especially for bathing. The renovation is to be limited to existing walls and exterior access while increasing visual spaciousness and physical warmth. Solution involved the installation of warm floors, a comfort height toilet, and a roll-in shower with accessible amenities. |
| Bath Expansion
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Design Problem: To create a bedroom suite by converting a adjacent half-bath to a full bath. While adding a shower, adequate floor space of the bedroom is to be maintained, allowing room for a queen bed, computer desk and reading area. Photos to come |
