I am an interior design student at TU Dublin with a strong passion for creating spaces that feel both functional and personal. I’m hardworking, motivated, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team. What I love most about design is its ability to create spaces that people not only feel comfortable in but genuinely enjoy being in. I also love using design to express my own personality and creativity. Alongside my studies, I completed a summer internship at Quirc Interior Design and now continue to work there part-time. This experience has strengthened my skills and introduced me to inspiring professionals within the design world. I hope to design spaces that people feel drawn to - places they enjoy, connect with, and keep coming back to.
Japanese Multi-Functional Building
My thesis project reimagines the Queen Street Hotel in the heart of Belfast as a Japanese multifunctional building, transforming the existing eight-story structure into a blend of retail, dining, and workspace. The design focuses on creating a calm, inviting environment that encourages people to explore, connect, and slow down, bringing a touch of Japan to Ireland through natural materials, timber finishes and a palette of matcha greens and metals.
The building’s design concept draws from the Japanese Chasen whisk, traditionally used to prepare matcha. I translated the delicate rhythm of its bamboo tines into curved forms and layered panels throughout the building. The spaces are also inspired by the integrated Japanese brands: The Matcha Tokyo promotes mindful daily rituals, Comme des Garçons introduces avant-garde fashion, KINTO reflects slow living through thoughtful homeware, and Nobu adds a refined dining experience. Dedicated office spaces for these brands are located on the upper floors, allowing creative and business activities to operate above the public realm.
