Unlocking Creativity:

Welcome to my presentation on the interior design architectural

project at Mk Design and Creatives Studio. Join me on a journey of
creative discovery!

F by Fatuma Sulyman
Internship Overview
Learning Opportunities
As an intern, I gained valuable hands-on
experience working with a team of
professionals. The experience was
invaluable to my professional
development.
Goal-Driven Management
The project was task-driven, which helped
me stay focused on my objectives and
provided me with an understanding of
what it takes to run a successful design
project.
Supportive Environment
The team at Mk Design and Creatives
Studio was welcoming and supportive,
making my internship experience both
enjoyable and memorable.
Challenging Work
While the work was challenging, it helped
me develop new design skills and
techniques, and I gained insight into how
to apply these skills to future projects.
Mk Design and Creatives Studio

Workspace Culture Design Philosophy

The open workspace culture allows for The studio's design philosophy adheres to a
seamless collaboration among team meticulous attention to detail, balancing
members, fostering a dynamic and creative aesthetics with functionality to achieve
environment. innovative design solutions.

Exhibition Space Local Manufacturing

The studio doubles as a gallery space The studio's design process involves using
featuring exhibitions from emerging and local production techniques and materials to
established artists and designers from the create unique and exceptional design
local community and beyond. solutions.
Project Overview

1 Project Scope
We were tasked with designing an interior for a new creative workspace,
incorporating a range of aesthetic and functional requirements.

2 Research Findings
Our research findings revealed that the workspace should be designed to
encourage creativity, productivity, and collaboration.

3 Design Concept
Based on our research, we created a space that emphasized natural light, open
spaces, and an informal atmosphere to encourage interdisciplinary creativity.
Design Process
Concept Development
We developed a concept for the
workspace that combined an industrial
aesthetic with a variety of natural
materials, creating a cohesive and unified
design.
Collaboration
The design team worked collaboratively
with the in-house architects and clients,
providing valuable critique and generating
design solutions that addressed critical
issues of functionality, aesthetics,
adaptability, and user experience.
Material Selection
The design utilized locally sourced
materials, integrative lighting design, and
upcycled furniture to create an
environmentally sustainable and beautiful
workspace.
Realization
From ideation to realization, the design
team coordinated and managed the
project's every aspect to ensure that
environmental requirements, code
considerations, and budget constraints
were met throughout the process.
Challenges and Solutions

Solution:
We approached the problem
holistically, selecting materials and
elements that complemented the
overall design and added to the
contemporary feel of the space.
1 Challenge:
Integrating varied design elements
into a cohesive whole.
2
3 Challenge:
Adhering to environmental
requirements & budget restrictions.

Solution: 4
The team chose to use locally
sourced materials and decreased
energy consumption to meet
environmental targets. The budget
constraints were met by using
furniture and fittings sourced from 5 Challenge:
charitable organizations, Diverse design requirements by
customizing them to fit the design multiple stakeholders.
theme.

Solution: 6
Enabling close collaboration
breaking down communication
barriers enabled the design team to
effectively manage the needs of
multiple stakeholders and achieve
the desired outcome.
Project Outcomes
Workspace Interior
The new workspace interior
has been a success,
satisfying client requirements
while providing a creative and
productive work environment.
Collaboration and
Productivity
The open design concept has
helped promote collaboration
and boosted productivity,
leading to innovative and
successful project
outcomes.
Aesthetics:
The unique and innovative
design elements, the play of
light, and the use of
sustainable materials have
led to an aesthetically unique
and striking workspace,
inspiring creativity and
collaboration daily.
Conclusion
1 Valuable Experience
The internship proved an
invaluable experience,
providing hands-on insight
into the intricacies of
interior design project
management.
2 Future Benefits
The experience gained
has set me on a path to
become a professional
designer with the ability to
design projects that not
only meet environmental
requirements and stay
within budget but also
creating innovative and
beautiful spaces that take
into account the users
and their needs.

3 Recommendations
With its team-oriented culture and innovative design
philosophy, Mk Design and Creatives Studio stands out as one
of the leading design studios in the industry. I highly
recommend it to anyone seeking a dynamic and professional
work environment.