Maura Cavanaugh

Maura Cavanaugh

Assistant Designer London, United Kingdom
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Maura Cavanaugh

Maura Cavanaugh

Assistant Designer London, United Kingdom
About me
As an environmentally conscious designer, I am particularly interested in sustainable practices. I shine brightest in group projects and have a knack for 3D modelling. I aspire to work for a globally-minded rm, ideally specialising in innovative residential and retail projects.
Projects
  • The Conservatory
    The ConservatoryThis set of renderings is a sample from my latest project entitled "The Conservatory", located in Gruyeres, Switzerland. This conceptual design is formed around the idea of mimicking a natural undulating environment through stylised rectilinear forms. The different levels and tiered aspects of this house give a subtle sense of a subterranean environment in some cases, as seen in the sunken kitchen, and in others cases an elevated environment, such as the conservatory room. The large glass facades are designed to omit the maximum amount of natural light, which mitigates energy consumption. All materials are locally sourced, including the stone facade, in order to imitate the natural surroundings and limit the ecological footprint of the construction process. 
  • Wellington House Entrance
    Wellington House EntranceDuring an internship with Studio Clic, based out of the MATT Architecture office in London, I worked on designs for their current project called Wellington House. I modelled and rendered these options for an entrance and reception area in the luxurious establishment with Rhinoceros, 3ds Max, and Photoshop.
  • Tea Kettle Collector
    Tea Kettle CollectorIn this conceptual residential project was designed for Eoin O'Hara, a professional antique dealer who collects Medieval copper tea kettles. His small, Shoreditch apartment is meant to provide enough space for Harris to live and display his collection comfortably. The main idea of this design is to create cozy spaces within the apartment where one can enjoy tea while also enjoying the view. To achieve this I lowered the ceiling and raised the floor in certain areas. The centralised platform in my design contains all the necessary service areas. One can easily access tea from the storage wall, prepare it in the kitchen, and conveniently slide it across the counter to the drinking area. As all the service areas are situated on the central platform, this creates a corridor around the perimeter of the apartment. This space is reserved for the display of the tea kettles and storage of tea.
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Work history
    Intern
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    Constructed 3D digital model and visuals for London based rm, MATT Architecture. Employed skills in programs such as Rhino 5, 3ds Max, and Photoshop. Actualised conceptual ideas through interior renderings of large residential project called Wellington House, located in London.
    Assistant Manager
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    Exercised leadership abilities whilst supporting and assisting colleagues at bustling gastropub. Executed opening/ closing tasks and frequently trained new employees. Managed Aloha and OpenTable POS software on daily basis, organising daily bookings and special events.
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Skills
  • Commercial
  • Interior
  • Residential
  • Print Design
  • Drafting
  • Sketching
  • Environment
  • 3ds Max
  • Autocad
  • Indesign
  • Photoshop
  • Word
  • Sketchup Vray
  • Rhino 5
  • Illustraor
Education
    Interior Design
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    I attended Chelsea College of Arts, which is affiliated with University of the Arts, London. I just completed a graduate diploma course.
    BA, Art History
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    I attended CSU, Chico for 5 years. I studied 3 years of Interior Design and graduated with a BA in Art History.
Awards
    Dean's List
    Was on the Dean's List at CSU, Chico
    Student Athlete of the Year
    I was given this award at my high school for participating in 3 sports per year and maintaining the highest GPA.