melanie murata: exploring design + human experience
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MELANIEMURATA A C O L L E C T I O N O F D E S I G N S + C R E A T I V E W O R K S
VISIONI am originally from Lima, Peru and
moved to Florida when I was six years old. Being from a foreign country triggers
the desire to constantly meet people from other cultures and understand their
experience. I studied abroad in Florence, *UBMZ�NZ�mSTU�TFNFTUFS�JO�DPMMFHF�BOE�
this was a time where I began to really look at the world in a different way.
During my time traveling, I realized how experiences impacted my conciousness and further my understanding of design.
DESIGN
EXPAND CONCIOUSNESS
EXPERIENCES
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LEADERSHIPI am constantly involved with
organizations in the design industry and believe that it’s important to come
together as a community and empower eachother. Being a designer not only
means being proactive in the workplace, but engaging with those around you
and those from places far away. I look forward to continue to grow as
a designer and advance the design profession through mentorship and
leadership.
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2013 IIDA International Student Charette / NEOCON Design Conference FSU Interior Design Panel Discussion
Speaking at BD West 2014NEWH International Scholarship
2013 ASID National Leadership Award
ASID GoPRO NYC 2013 2014 FSU Career Portfolio Winner 2012 ASID Chapter Day
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B LO O M
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OSLO, NORWAY
The Aurora Boutique Hotel is located on the coast of Oslo,
Norway. The building was designed to give travelers a
norweigian experience. The lobby BSFB�PO�UIF�mSTU�nPPS�JT�EFTJHOFE��XJUI�nPPS�UP�DFJMJOH�WJFXT�UP�HJWF�
users a view of the bay and nature. 5IF�TFDPOE�nPPS�IBT�BO�PVUEPPS�
patio where guests may dine. nPPST�����BSF�JOUFOEFE�UP�IPVTF�
visitors staying the hotel. The outer spaces include an outdoor balcony
with views of the fjords.
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BOUTIQUE HOTELaurora
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LOBBY
LYSE RESTAURANT
The boutique hotel is inspired by the Aurora Borealis , also known as the northern lights. The light show
in the sky is a wonder that brings tourists to Norway. The repetition,
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staircase and ceiling features. Since Oslo is has below freezing
temperature during the year, warm woods were incorporated to provide a welcoming environment.
GRAND STAIRCASE
BOUTIQUE HOTELaurora
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BOUTIQUE HOTEL
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aurora
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BAR + LOUNGE
SUITEPRIVATE LOUNGESPACUSTOM ELEVATOR
The spatial relationships in the space planning were determined
by the needs of the staff and travelers. The concept of the
Aurora Borealis is displayed through ethereal lighting in the
Bar + Lounge area. Each space is a unique experience intended to give the user an exciting, yet
inviting place to relax.
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C A N E L E T T A W A L N U T
L E N G T H A N D W I D T H O F C A N A L E T TA S T R I P S
M E TA L R O D I N S E R T E D T H R O U G H WA L N U T F O R S U P P O R T
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ORGANICATAVOLO
The ol ive t ree is nat ive to mediterranean coastal areas.
Organica tavolo is inspired by the winding and twist ing shape
of the ol ive t ree. Elements of the t ree come together to form one twist ing shape or a shape
that embraces var iety. Both methods wi l l be explored in the process of designing Organica.
Overal l , organica is integral to mater ia l and evokes a sense
of sophist icat ion and elegance through uni f ied curvi l inear forms.
SOFTWARE / RHINO
TREE TO TABLE PROCESS
DESIGN EXPLORATION IN RHINO
FINAL MODEL + CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
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ANATOMCHAIR
PROCESS DRIVEN
DESIGNThe structura l yet , sof t forms
are informed by the of the human anatomy.The Anatom chai r was
designed for the f lat pack furn i ture pro ject in the graduate furn i ture
design c lass at F lor ida State Univers i ty. The pro ject goal was to
design a 3-D furn i ture p iece f rom 2-D pieces, whi le maximiz ing the
space on a 4’x8’ sheet of p lywood. Joinery was explored and the
design was developed through the evolut ion of process prototype
min iature scale models. The f ina l des ign was created in AutoCAD,
imported into Rhino and routed on a CNC machine at the Faci l i ty for Arts Research in Tal lahassee, FL.
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The inspiration for the Gioia di Vivere luxury yacht is the iconic Light Blue
fragance by Dolce & Gabbana. The notes of jasmine, sicilian cedar, amber and
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beauty of the mediterranean.
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RUSTIC MODERNPENTHOUSE
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The penthouse project was based on a real c l ient , a s ingle lobbyist
wi th a taste for rust ic modern. This space is a second home and
intended to be used seasonal ly to l ive in and to enter tain guests.
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KITCHEN + L IV ING AREA
KITCHEN + BAR
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2014 IDEC COMPETITION
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Dream Big: Interior Design Education + Your Potential to Enhance the Quality of Life
CORPORATEOFFICE
The client goal of this space is to provide transparency within the advertising company but still maintain a sense
of hierachy. The space was planned within existing architecture located in
Tallahassee, Florida. The departments are separated with collaboration nodes
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OPEN OFFICE PLAN
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STEELCASE MONTAGE
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CORPORATEOFFICE
BRANDED ENVIRONMENT
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ILLUSTRATOR
A history wall of the company further pays homage to the original founders and is an extension of the brand. The glass sculpture in the atrium provides
interest and serves as a landmark within the space. According to research,
juice bar is an amenity that would help keep the employees of the company energized. The juice bar also serves as a casual place to collaborate and
discuss ideas informally.
JUICE BAR
COMPANY CUSTOM HISTORY WALL
INTERIOR SECTION
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5IF�DPSQPSBUF�PGmDF�QSPKFDU�JT�JOTQJSFE�by the AMC series Mad Men and the theme of masculinity. The company
has been rebranded and brought VQ�UP��������"MUIPVHI�UIF�DPNQBOZ�
maintains the hierarchy, there is more of a collaborative environment and the
partners are now more involved with production. Research was conducted to
ensure this advertising and marketing company would be successful in today’s
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collaborative pods.
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CREATIVE DEPARTMENT PARTNER OFF ICE
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