Student Symposium
INTERIOR DESIGN BOOT CAMP
The ASID Texas Chapter 2011 Student Symposium
October 13 – 15, 2011 | Dallas, Texas | www.asidtxstudentsymposium.org
Between October 13-15, 2011, students, practitioners, industry partners, and educators from across the state participated in Interior Design Boot Camp. This annual Student Symposium drew participants from 16 colleges and universities all across the state of Texas.
Students began their experience Thursday evening with a “Boondoggle” through Slocum Street Style. Their next stop was “Chop Chop” to mingle and enjoy beverages and food with ASID leaders at Ellen S. Holt. Ellen also led us through her journey in the industry and shared her continued passion for textiles and the creation of her amazing hand created trim.
During the Friday morning “Call to Arms” breakfast/registration the students were hosted by Herman Miller in their incredible showroom. They were grouped into units for “Declassified Information” which consisted of three 45 minute rotating sessions of amazing real life experiences that the students wouldn’t experience in the classroom:
- First up was Carole B. Steadham, SDA/C, Hon. AIA, President of Placement By Design, a Placement Consulting Recruiting firm. She shared her expertise with new ideas for résumés and portfolios and tips on learning how to “Market Yourself”.
- Next up was Kelley Barnett, ASID, current Texas Chapter President to talk about “Harnessing the Power of the Intangible”. Kelley discussed how being part of ASID not only opens doors but creates life-long relationships that benefit you personally and professionally. She shared two volunteer projects that she has recently been involved in to show students the powerful benefits of doing pro-bono work. Her most recent endeavor has been helping an 18-year old high school senior who was paralyzed from the neck down in a tragic road rage accident. Kelly has rallied fellow industry partners to reconfigure his home to make it accessible for his new physical needs.
- Last up was Lisa Barron, Allied ASID of Dallas Design Group Interiors and Rick Smotherman, Managing Partner of Precision Delivery Services, to talk about “Project Installations: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly”. They entertained and shocked the students with true life stories about what really takes place behind the scenes to get all the furniture, furnishings, equipment, art and accessories fully installed.
The next stop for the day was the “Tour of Duty” where students and practitioners explored the largest urban arts district in the United States on a walking architectural tour of the Dallas Arts District.
After the tour, the students were hosted and fed during “Chow Time” at the Renaissance Collection. BuyLEDs presented new insights to the lighting world in LEDs: Innovations & Applications.
Students then worked their way through the “Obstacle Course” of showrooms in and around the Decorative Center Dallas exploring and learning various topics on how to work with the showrooms.
The “Active Duty” presentation by Charrisse Johnston, ASID, LEED AP, Assoc. AIA was then hosted by Poggenpohl. Charrisse entertained the troops by sharing her journey, experiences, and ever evolving life that led to her current position in the design world at Gensler and how the doors that have been opened to her through her involvement with ASID.
Last up on Friday was a little “R&R” Cocktail Party hosted by Mody & Mody.
All events Saturday took place at Wilson Office Interiors and began with ”C-Rations” breakfast sponsored by Sherwin-Williams.
The “Basic Training” Speed Charette sponsored by: BuyLEDs started the morning off in full swing. Students were divided into twelve teams and paired with students from different schools. They designed on the fly just like in real life and created amazing conceptual designs. GO HERE to see all 12 resulting presentation boards and a photo of the winning group, and lists of the 2nd and 3rd place winners. 1st Place Winners were:
GROUP 2
- Brooke McKinney – Texas State University
- Christine Clark – Baylor University
- Cristi Peterson – Texas State University
- Hsin Jou Hsiao – Stephen F. Austin State University
- Lane Taylor – Stephen F. Austin State University
- Marian Powell – Wade College
- Whitney Hendrickson – El Centro College
“Mess Hall” time was a round table luncheon sponsored by Kravet where practitioners shared their knowledge and experience with the students during informal discussions.
After lunch, the “USO Show” panel of practitioners consisting of John Phifer Marrs, ASID, RID, Derek Alan Vanlandingham,Jason Buckner, IIDA, RID, and Elizabeth Stanfield, ASID, RID, was sponsored by Walker Zanger. The entertaining panel consisted of emerging interior designers and some of their mentors. In true USO fashion, they entertained the troops while passing on words of wisdom about the industry the students are entering into.
Saturday culminated with the “Silver Star” awards ceremony, where the following talented 2011 Design Competition Winners were announced. GO HERE to see photos of the winners and their winning projects.
Commercial Design [sponsor: Haworth]
• 1st Place [$250] | Haley Buffington – Abilene Christian University
• 2nd Place | Haley Buffington – Abilene Christian University
Hospitality Design [sponsor: ForrestPerkins]
• 1st Place [$250] | Haley Buffington – Abilene Christian University
• 2nd Place | Marta Iris Caceres – University of North Texas
Residential Design [sponsor: Bentwood Luxury Kitchens]
• 1st Place [$250] | Christine Clark – Baylor University
• 2nd Place | Elizabeth Barron – University of North Texas
One Unique Space [sponsor: The Rug Company]
• 1st Place [$250] | Kailey Jo Rawson – Baylor University
• 2nd Place | Melanie Bartholomew – Abilene Christian University
Collaborative Design [sponsor: Precision Delivery Services]
• 1st Place [$250] | Baylor University – Christine Clark, Jan Jordan & Natalie Rosato
The 2011-2012 ASID Texas Chapter Student Scholarship Recipients were also announced. This year’s scholarships were judged on the involvement of the applicants in ASID at their programs, their statement of why they wanted to be an interior designer, volunteer work, recommendations and grades. GO HERE to see photos of the following talented recipients:
- 1st Place [$2,000] | Kailey Jo Rawson, Student ASID – Baylor University, Senior: Kailey has been active in both ASID as officer for several years as well as working and volunteering her time. She changed her major in her junior year when she found “interior design” – she the completed her foundation courses in a year to catch up. She plans to go onto graduate school to teach.
- 2nd Place [$1,500] | Melanie Bartholomew, Student ASID – Abilene Christian University, Senior: Melanie has been very active in ASID since her freshman year and has won several competitions. Her summer internship recommendation stated that her quality of work was at or above the similar full time positions and that they would like to have her join their firm after graduation.
- 3rd Place [$1,000] | Kristin Marie Amundsen, Student ASID – University of Texas at Austin, Junior: Kristin has been active as social coordinator of Apersand, the combined student chapters of ASID and IIDA at UT. She won the Excellence in Interior Design Award for Interior Design lV this past spring presented by the Dean and Faculty of the UT School of Architecture.
In addition to all of the sponsors listed and linked above, we would also like to thank the following generous sponsors who were so integral to this event’s success:
- Camp Sponsors [$100]: Elegant Additions and PLiNTH & CHiNTZ, The Online Interior Design Magazine
- Additional Scavenger Hunt Participants: Artemide, Bulthaup, Dahlgren Duck, DesignTex, Fendi Casa/Luxury Living,Kisabeth, McGannon Showrooms, Miele, Mody & Mody, Poggenpohl, Porcelanosa, The Rug Company and TKO Associates, Inc.
- Materials contributions for the design charette: Emser Tile, Vector Concepts, Sherwin Williams, Kravet, Cantoni, andWilson Office Interiors
This year’s event would not have been such a success without the following “commanding officers” leading the charge:
Co-Chairs: Lisa Dionne, Allied ASID; Aaron Duke, Allied ASID
Committee Members: Kelly Barnett, ASID; Lisa Barron, Allied ASID; Peter Dedek, ASID; Allen Hart, ASID; Kathryn Nelson, Student ASID; Laura McDonald Stewart, ASID; Lori Watkins, Allied ASID; and Melissa Keathley of Haven Rock Productions.
We have already started discussions for building on the success of this year’s event and have new ideas in store. Please visit asidtxstudentsymposium.org for more information about this year’s event and, eventually, information about 2012’s event. We invite you ALL to participate in next year’s Student Symposium!
