Portfolio | Metallic Lounge Part 1 | Hand & CAD Renders

As with all Interior Designers I'm constantly itching on changing things around in my home, whether it be with finishing touches or a whole new revamp. My little gripe at the moment is with my living area. Currently it's very neutral with a few warmer accents, but it's pretty bland if I'm honest so I'm looking at completely changing its appearance. 
Because the living space is only relatively small, my idea was to include minimal luxe furniture and reflective surfaces to keep the area light and airy.

Hand Renders |

CAD Renders |

All perspective Hand Renders have been completed by myself using architectural pencils & Letraset Pro-Marker pens, these photos are unedited. The CAD Drawings included for the client have been produced using Google Sketchup applying my own measurements & skills for completion.

Metallic Lounge Part 2 will include a mood board & a product list picked out for the space.

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Inspirations | Tord Boontje

Tord Boontje is one of the most recognisable brands when it comes to Interior Design. The Netherlands born designer began his design journey in 1991 studying at the Royal Collage of Art in London & has gone from strength to strength producing iconic collections such as Wednesday & Magnetic Fields. Boontje creates a variety of designs but is mostly recognised for his intricately designed laser cut lighting that displays the most fantastic shadows when switched on or dimmed.

Wednesday |
A collection based upon ordinary items embellished with extraordinary designs. Boontje features foxes, crows and rabbits upon items from this collection, this is mostly recognised through his wall hangings & lighting.

Magnetic Fields |
One of Boontje's latest collections is based highly on magnets & magnetic movements. This effect creates a futuristic, sci-fi atmosphere which is equally mirrored in the minimalist angled seating designs.

Shipwrecked |
The shipwrecked collection includes textiles, jewellery & lighting, all of which have been produced using natural materials. The natural materials & colour schemes have been used to create very organic shaped furniture, again conveying that 'shipwrecked' feeling.

Rough And Ready |
As the title suggests, this collection is a very urban & rural gathering of goods which reflect a salvaged atmosphere. Although this collection displays a level of incompleteness, it really makes a huge impact & would look great in an industrial setting.

Target |
A Christmas collection created in 2006. Boontje created 35 pieces for Target all of which displayed his highly recognisable style. He also designed the Point Of Sale displays which set the items off perfectly.

All images are referenced accordingly.

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Portfolio | Office Design Part 2 | Mood Board & Product List

Welcome to part two of my Office Design Portfolio post. Today I'll be showing you my a general Mood Board & Product List for an Office Design I created a few weeks ago.

Client | A small marketing business 
Brief | As the company is re-branding they need to redesign their office space to suit their new image.

Mood Board |

Product List |

1. Winsome Black Gloss Tall Table (£46.41)
2. Tema Home London Bookcase (£441.90)
3. Momento Filing Cabinet (£199.20)
4. Dams Luxor White Desk (£99.00)
5. Dulux Indian Ivy 2 Paint (£24.99 for 2.5l)
6. Dulux Rich Praline Paint (£24.99 for 2.5l)
7. Brushed Nickel Ceiling Light (£22.92)
8. Tived Table Lamp (£25.00)
9. Alphason Campbell Walnut Desk (£231.00)
10. Henriksdal Brown Chair (£80.00)
11. Henriksdal White Chair (£65.00)
12. Malbec Walnut Filing Cabinet (£243.60)

All mood boards have been created by myself using my own Hand Renders & Product Lists have been referenced accordingly.

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Finishing Touches | French Boudoir

French Interiors always strike me as the most luxurious - They ooze glamour, sophistication & are instantly recognisable. It's becoming easier and easier to recreate this look with there being so many replica pieces available, making a much cheaper alternative to compete with what I would call 'the real deal'.

To create your French Boudoir you need a neutral colour base. Beiges, mushrooms, taupes & pastel blues are all colours that work brilliantly especially with additions of metalic tones to add that extra bit of luxury. Furniture is predominantly vintage influenced, white washed wood makes for a dramatic impact however pastel coloured woods will work just as well as long as they have that 'shabby chic' vibe to them. To tie everything in together it would be useful to bring in gold fabrics, wether it be with bed linen, throws or cushions - Selecting these in a baroque or toulle de jouy print works brilliantly. 

1. La Rochelle Antique French Bed (£649.99)

2. Gold Lace Cushion (£19.99)

3. Hand Carved Double Armoire (£689.00)

4. Glass Floor Lamp (£59.99)

5. Chateau Bedside Table (£186.00)

6. French Storage Jars (£75.00)

7. Taupe Rug (£23.00)

8. Cream Mannequin (£59.95)

9. Aquilla Gold Draft Excluder (£39.95)

10. Gold Velvet Panel Bed Linen (£35.00)

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Portfolio | Ground Floor Flat Design Part 2 | Mood Board & Product List

Welcome to part two of my first Portfolio post, Ill be publishing these on a regular basis so you can can get an insight into the work I can produce as well as allowing you to come with me on my career journey. Today I'll be showing you my Mood Boards & Product Lists for a Ground Floor Flat Design I produced earlier in the year.

Client | Young working couple in their twenties.
Brief | A complete renovation of this new build & blank canvas Ground floor flat. 

Mood Boards |

Product Lists |

Lounge |
1. Casa Bella Furniture - Satara Dark Mango TV Cabinet (£221.84)
2. Trade Blinds - Harvard Roller Blind (From £34.62)
3. Casa Bella Furniture - Satara Dark Mango Bookcase (£229.99)
4. Wickes - Stranded Bamboo Solid Wood Flooring (£26.39 per square meter)
5. DFS - Wentwood Footstool (£199.00)
6. Debenhams - Jasper Conran Mauve Pillow (£30.00)
7. Lighting Direct - Green Tube Table Lamp (£16.31)
8. Wall Paper Direct - Addison Stripe (£35.00 per roll)
9. John Lewis - Chocolate Rug (£250.00)
10. Casa Bella Furniture - Satara Dark Mango Mirror (£99.99)
11. DFS - Wentwood Four Seater Sofa (£699.00)
12. Lighting Direct - Green Tube Ceiling Light (£123.84)

Kitchen |
1. DIY Kitchens - Altino Violet
2. Dulux - Kiwi Crush Endurance (£26.49)
3. Ebay - Cook In Colour Storage Containers (£26.45)
4. Argos - Colour Match Dinner Set (£17.99)
5. Very - Delonghi Vintage Icona Coffee Machine (£189.99)
6. Roller Blinds Direct - Touched By Design Chocolate Brown Roller (£34.16)
7. B&Q - Tumbled Beige Wall & Floor Tile (£44.64 - 0.9sqm)
8. Deluexe Kitchens - Bowden Sage Gloss

Bedroom |
1. Marks & Spencer - Harrison Striped Duvet (£49.50)
2. Trade Blinds - Harvard Roller Blind (From £34.62)
3. Casa Bella Furniture - Satara Dark Mango Trio Of Tables (£161.99)
4. Homebase - Inspire Three Tier Lampshade (£19.99)
5. Not On The Highstreet - Quilted Cushions (£41.98)
6. Dunelm Mill - Mauve Chenille Throw (£17.99)
7. Wall Paper Direct - Addison (£35.00)
8. Wall Paper Direct - Tented Stripe (£60.00)
9. Latest Fly - Contrast Shade Lamp (£60.97)
10. Bed Star - Jullien Bowen Vienna (£169.00)

All mood boards have been created by myself using my own Hand Renders & Product Lists have been referenced accordingly.

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Portfolio | Ground Floor Flat Design Part 1 | Hand & CAD Renders

Welcome to the first of my Portfolio posts, Ill be publishing these on a regular basis so you can can get an insight into the work I can produce as well as allowing you to come with me on my career journey. Today I'll be showing you my Hand & CAD Renders for a Ground Floor Flat Design I produced earlier in the year.

Client | Young working couple in their twenties.
Brief | A complete renovation of this new build & blank canvas Ground floor flat. 

Hand Renders |

CAD |

All perspective Hand Renders have been completed by myself using architectural pencils & Letraset Pro-Marker pens, these photos are unedited. The CAD Drawings included for the client have been produced using Google Sketchup applying my own measurements & skills for completion.

Ground floor Flat Design Part 2 will include mood boards & a product list picked out for the client.

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Introductions | Claire McPartland Interiors

Welcome to Claire McPartland Interiors & my own little space of Internet -  It's lovely to see you! Introductions first, I'm Claire & a Graduate Interior Designer (clue's in the title, right?) This is me below! I'm 24, originally from Middlesbrough in the sunny North East of England but just recently I've relocated to the hustle & bustle of Leeds City Centre.

My passion for Interiors has been apparent for as long as I can remember, I grew up in the 90's when watching 'Changing Rooms' was a monumental weekly occurrence & something to look forward to - For me anyway! I've always been more creative than I have academic but the Interior Designers from the show really inspired me to explore my creativity at a much more in depth level. I knew almost immediately Interior Design was a career I needed to pursue. At 14 I studied GCSE level Art & Design, which quickly turned into A Levels & eventually lead me to gain a Bachelor or Arts Degree (With Honours) in Interior Design. It's true what they say - Time flies when you're having fun!

I'll be using this little space of Internet to display my portfolio as well as a place to document Inspirational Interiors & my career journey. I hope you'll stick with me & enjoy what I'm posting - It's going to be an exciting ride!

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