Sophia is an Italian designer living and studying in London. She did her foundation in Interior Design at the Inchbald School of Design (London) flowed by a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design at the University of West London. Currently, she is doing her Master’s Degree in Interior Design at the Royal College of Art.
Sophia Unterthurner
Degree Details
School of ArchitectureInterior Design (MA)SuperReuseRCA2023 at Battersea and KensingtonRCA Kensington, Darwin Building, Upper-ground floor
Observation of the site –
After visiting the site I chose that specific corner of the building which became my focus and starting point for the project. It is a junction of three main existing walls of the ruin which are held up by different layers of material and nature.
Abstract model of the junction –
The model is showing an abstract interpretation of the junction.
Scale 1:20
Model of the junction –
The model is showing the different layers of material and natural elements which held up the structure.
Scale 1:20
Model of the existing ruin / Scale 1:100
Sketches –
The sketches are showing how I use the junction to create a new base structure for the extension of the ruin
MAIN ENTRANCE –
The path leads guests into the reception area, from where they can access the whole area
MAIN HALL –
The area invests the guest to gather together, it is an open and multifunctional space. On the first floor, you will find the art studios
MAIN HALL
THE HUB –
Are small houses located within the area, which can host up to two people for a couple of days? The hub is built onto the junction structure.