JUDITH WALTHER INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO SAN DIEGO, CA
Interior design marks a new chapter in a career that began in the apparel industry, a field closely connected to culture and visual trends I’ve always been drawn to art, architecture, and design, and returning to school let me pursue those interests professionally. What had largely been an intuitive response to color, material, proportion, and composition became something I could examine, develop, and apply with real purpose. Design has also given me a reason to look more closely at things. What continues to inspire me is how a project can lead beyond its initial questions into ideas and information I might never otherwise encounter. I value the process as much as the final result, particularly when the work makes a positive difference in people’s daily lives. EDUCATION Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design Design Institute of San Diego, San Diego, CA 2025 Associate of Arts, Interior Studies Bellevue College, Bellevue, WA 2022 EXPERIENCE SOFTWARE + TECHNICAL SKILLS CREDENTIALS 858-245-1962 JUDI.WALTHER@GMAIL.COM LINKEDIN.COM/IN/JUDITH-WALTHER SAN DIEGO, CA INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN 1650 Creative Intelligence - La Jolla, CA | 2025 Worked with senior design staff on hospitality projects, focusing on material sourcing, specification writing, and preparing client presentations. PRIOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Legal Administration | 2022 - 2023 Apparel Industry | 1990s - 2015 | Earlier roles in apparel operations, executive support, and legal administration involved purchasing support, vendor coordination, documentation management, scheduling, and client-facing responsibilities. This experience required strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage competing priorities in demanding professional environments. CONTACT Revit | AutoCAD | SketchUp |Rhino NCIDQ Candidate IDFX passed October 2025 DESIGN CONSULTANT Floor Store & Design - Encinitas, CA | 2026 Assist clients with flooring and surface material selections for residential and light commercial projects. Build and maintain vendor relationships including product education and support. DOCUMENTATION + MODELING PROFILE RECOGNITION CIDA Accreditation Review | 2024 Student work selected by the Design Institute of San Diego’s faculty as exemplary work to present during the program’s accreditation review. IIDA Southern California Student Design Charrette | 2025 Selected by the Design institute of San Diego to represent the program at the annual event. VISUALIZATION Enscape | Lumion SPECIFICATIONS + REVIEW DesignSpec | Bluebeam GRAPHICS InDesign | Illustrator | Photoshop Autodesk Certified User Revit
CONTENTS MONTLAKEMONTLAKE REHABILITATION CENTERREHABILITATION CENTER 0101 Institutional - Healthcare ALMA DEL BOSQUEALMA DEL BOSQUE Commercial - Hospitality 0202 WOODLAND PARK Intergenerational Housing 0303 MASUDA RESIDENCE Residential - Mixed Use 0404
01 0101 01 MONTLAKE MONTLAKE REHABILITATION CENTER Type: Institutional - Rehabilitation Center Location: Seattle, WA Size: 16,706 sq. ft. This project was developed collaboratively as a team. My contributions include research, concept and design development, Revit modeling and drawing production. Refinement of the final renderings. The Montlake Rehabilitation Center was developed as an extension of the University of Washington Medical Center to provide short-term rehabilitation care for patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, and conditions affecting mobility. The design focuses on creating a restorative environment that supports recovery while reducing the institutional character often associated with healthcare settings. Concept: HEALING ENVIRONMENTS ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL DAYLIGHT & NATURE PEOPLE FOCUSED Design Challenge: Patients needed access to therapy, clinical care, and everyday activities while navigating changes in strength and mobility. The challenge was to organize these functions within an accessible environment that supported independence without compromising staff access, patient safety, or privacy. Entry (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop)
DESIGN INTENT 01 MONTLAKE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT Create a healing environment that connects people to nature and community. Early studies focused on the importance of developing clear adjacencies, a central courtyard, and welcoming shared spaces that feel residential in scale. PROGRAMMING DIAGRAM ADJACENCY MATRIX MATERIALS + ATMOSPHERE SITE INSPIRATION Lake Washington and the surrounding landscape informed a natural material palette and strong connection to the outdoors. EARLY SPATIAL STUDY Initial hand sketch exploring program relationships and circulation. PROCESS NOTES 01 Organized clinical support, and public functions around a central courtyard. 02 Prioritized direct access to outdoor space and natural light. 03 Explored flexible zones for wellness and informal seating. 04 Refined adjacencies to support efficient staff workflows and a positive patient experience. Natural materials, daylight, and biophilic elements are integrated to promote physical well- being throughout the recovery journey. Primary Adjacency Secondary Adjacency No Adjacency Required 02
01 MONTLAKE SPATIAL SOLUTIONS CIRCULATION, PROGRAMMING AND FUNCTIONAL FLOW Eight-foot wide corridors provide space for patients using wheelchairs and other mobility equipment. Staff and visitors are able to move comfortably through out the facility. • Short, efficient distances • Accessible routes and ADA compliance • Direct access to key departments • Clear adjacencies for staff efficiency • Visual connection to nature Patient rooms Staff / Support Semi-Private Publicpublic corridor (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE) 03
01 MONTLAKE REFLECTED CEILING PLAN CEILING AND LIGHTING APPROACH Daylight and layered lighting support comfort and orientation throughout the facility. Recessed and linear fixtures provide general illumination, while decorative lighting adds warmth to shared spaces. A custom wood-slat light feature at the entry introduces a more sculptural element and establishes a distinct arrival point. RCP - NTS PERIMETER REVEAL Indirect LED illumination INTEGRATED LED LINEAR LIGHTING Warm white 3000K WOOD SLAT CEILING FIXTURE White oak wood slats 04
01 MONTLAKE INTERIOR ENVIRONMENTS patiEnt spacE + nursEs station (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE) patiEnt room (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE) physical thErapy room (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE) courtyard (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE) 05
hotEl bar & loungE (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) 0202 ALMA DEL BOSQUE Type: Commercial - Hospitality Location:Santa Teresa, Costa Rica Size: 12,412 sq. ft. Concept: This project was developed collaboratively as a team, with the goal of designing a calm retreat that reflects the materials, climate, and culture of coastal Costa Rica. Open-air transitions and regional craftsmanship shape interiors that feel refined yet grounded. Public areas open outward to the landscape and ocean, while guest rooms are designed as retreats, combining layered textures, natural ventilation, and a sense of privacy. Materials such as wood, stone, tile, and woven fibers were selected for their tactile qualities and cultural resonance, tying the design to place and reflecting the rhythm of the nearby surf town. My contributions included the Level One space plan and rendering (excluding the spa) along with maintaining the Revit model to support the team’s shared drawings 0602 ALMA DEL BOSQUE
Design Challenges & Solution LEVEL ONE Heritage + Form The scale of the public areas risked feeling oversized, so the plan was broken into defined zones with built-in casework and screens that shape circulation without blocking views. Pathways remain open to air and light, but shift in width to create moments of pause and privacy. Accessibility was integrated from the outset with clear widths, intuitive way finding, and seating that accommodates all users as part of the overall design language. Guest rooms were treated as retreats, with recessed entries, screened terraces, and layered finishes that balance comfort with simplicity. These moves ground the project in both cultural reference and functional clarity, aligning the interiors with the relaxed rhythm of the coast. 1 2 Level One Floor Plan - NTS 3 4 56 Legend Back Entry Yoga Studio Cafe ADA Restroom Coffee Shop Janitor Employee Lounge BOH Workstations General Manager Luggage Storage / Guest Services Main Entry Concierge Reception / Lobby Retail Bar Lounge (2) Bar Public Restrooms Spa Guest Suite w/ ADA Restroom 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 18 02 ALMA DEL BOSQUE 07
PUBLIC SPACES rEtail spacE (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) lobby bar (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE) mEzzaninE rEstaurant (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) mEzzaninE bar (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) 02 ALMA DEL BOSQUE 08
GUEST SUITE DETAILS Enlarged Guest Suite Plan - NTS Classic Brass Hardware - Edge Pull 12306 Arc - 6” Wood Finish - Medium Walnut - 1071 30% Sheen Upholstery - COM - Kravet Mythical Boucle 37324.35.M Metro Light & Power Bezel -3T-AMA-S3AB Vakkerlight - Built In Bedside Wall Light A custom bed was developed for the guest rooms, with proportions scaled to the space and integrated lighting in the headboard. drapEry dEtail drawing (autocad) | custom bEd mock-up (skEtchup) guEst suitE (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) 02 ALMA DEL BOSQUE 09
thE woodland park collEctivE (skEtchup, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) 0303 WOODLAND PARK Type: Multi-Family Residential Location:East Palo Alto, CA Challenge: Size: 8,960 sq. ft. Design has the capacity to address not only sustainability and comfort but also social well- being. One of the most urgent concerns is isolation, particularly among older adults. Community-centered living models—shared spaces, co-housing, and intergenerational design—demonstrate how the built environment can reduce disconnection and strengthen support networks. The challenge was to translate these principles into a residential setting that fosters daily interaction while preserving comfort and independence. Solution: Woodland Park Collective is an adaptive reuse project that transforms a single large structure into four smaller buildings organized around courtyards and outdoor circulation. These shared spaces encourage daily interaction, reinforced by a community kitchen and gathering areas. Operable windows, cross-ventilation, trees, louvers, durable materials, and rooftop solar panels ensure comfort and long-term resilience. 03 WOODLAND PARK 10
SITE ANALYSIS 45 NEWELL ROAD, EAST PALO ALTO, CA 94303 Winter Winds (N) Summer Winds (W) Summer Sunset Summer Sunrise Winter Sunset Winter Sunrise Sam Trans Public Transportation Public Park Bike Path Demographics 2.6 mi. to Stanford University 2.0 mi. to Downtown Palo Alto Population:67, 2002 Median Age: 42.5 years (U.S. average is 38.8) Climate: Mild Mediterranean Climate Road Noise Exiting Conditions include minimal visual connection to the outdoors, limited natural light in units, outdated and inefficient building systems,. a single-use outdoor space which lacks flexibility. Proximity 03 WOODLAND PARK 11
DESIGN CONCEPT The Woodland Park Collective is organized around a living street that serves as the social spine, linking private homes with shared terraces and community spaces. This walkable network encourages daily movement and interaction, with courtyards and gathering areas designed to bring residents together. Natural ventilation, daylight, durable materials, and rooftop solar panels extend the design’s focus on comfort and resilience. ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE Deciduous trees filter summer daylight while allowing lower-angle winter sunlight to penetrate the interior. East-west orientation takes advantage of seasonal winds to support natural ventilation and enhance airflow. Operable openings and shaded courtyards create comfortable flexible spaces for year-round use. Seasonal Sun Passive Ventilation Indoor-Outdoor Connection Places to see and be seen Everyday moments that build connection A stronger, more resilient neighborhood A central pedestrian spine connects homes, courtyards, and shared amenities, creating opportunities for casual encounters and a stronger sense of community. THE LIVING STREET To Community To Park To Transit To Neighborhood 03 WOODLAND PARK 12
Level One Shared Spaces - NTS Level Two Reconfigurable Private Residence- NTS FLOOR PLANS & SECTIONS Building Section Private Residence Community Kitchen Community Kitchen Community Dining Flex Space Flex Space Stairs Rest Rooms Rest Rooms Shared Terrace Open Lounge Mail Room Shared Terrace 03 WOODLAND PARK 13
community kitchEn (rEvit, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) 03 WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT The community kitchen is the heart of Woodland Park, designed to bring residents together through food, conversation, and shared experiences, Open, welcoming and thoughtfully equipped, it supports both everyday use and organized events such as cooking classes, community meals and celebrations. From casual meals to organized events, the community kitchen encourages resident involvement and creates a welcoming environment for people of all ages. 14
living room and kitchEn pErspEctivE viEw (skEtchup, rEndErEd in EnscapE, post-production in photoshop) 0404MASUDA Type: Residential - Mixed Use Location: Hinsdale, Illinois Size: 2,465 sq. ft. Concept: Located in Hinsdale’s town square, this adaptive reuse project converts a 1909 storefront into a combined residence and workspace for a multi-generational family. Original architectural elements are preserved while circulation, layout, and materials are updated with contemporary, sustainable choices. Living and working spaces are organized on separate floors. The interior design draws from the clients’ perfumery business, using a soft, layered palette and carefully composed transitions to evoke the subtlety of scent. Rather than replicate a historical layout, the plan emphasizes movement, contrast, and refinement while retaining the building’s character. A discreet fragrance system, integrated into the HVAC, circulates the couple’s signature scent through key areas of the home and office. RESIDENCE 04 MASUDA 15
A REFINED EXPERIENCE LEVEL ONE - COMMERCIAL SPACE Natural materials, warm lighting, and a restrained palette reflect the brand’s identity and create a memorable sensory experience. Entry corridor to rEcEption (skEtchup + EnscapE) Level One houses the clients’ perfumery, combining boutique retail, consultation, and a small scent development workspace. The layout supports a calm, intuitive flow from entry to reception, product display, and private consultation, with dedicated space for scent creation and secure storage. Level One Key Plan - NTS 1 2 3 1. Entry / Reception 2. Office/ Consultation Room 3. Scent Development / Storage MATERIAL PALETTE 04 MASUDA 16
The residence is planned around the rhythms of daily life, with open areas for gathering and more private spaces for retreat. The floral still life became the starting point for the interior palette, pairing muted tones with richer accents and layered materials. Accessibility is integrated discreetly throughout, including an accessible bathroom designed for the clients’ visiting parents.. LEVEL TWO - PRIVATE RESIDENCE Design Challenges & Solution: Level Two Floor Plan - NTS 1. Entry 2. Living / Great Room 3. Dining Room 4. Kitchen 5. Parent’s Room 6. Accessible Bath Room 7. Guest Room 8. Primary Bed Room 9. Primary Bath Room 10. Walk-in-Closet 11. Laundry Room 12. Powder Room rachEl ruysch, vasE with FlowErs, c. 1700. oil on canvas. rijksmusEum, amstErdam. 04 MASUDA 17
East Elevation KITCHEN DETAILS South Elevation Enlarged Kitchen Plan KITCHEN 250 SF WINE MICRO 7'9-1/8" 6'-6-3/4" 5'-2" REF D/W T/C/R 4 PULL-OUT TRASH / RECYCLE5 FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION. 4. REMOVE ALL EXISTING DOORS U.O.N. 5. ALL STRUCTURAL COLUMNS TO REMAIN. 6. ALL EXISTING GAS LINES AND PLUMBING TO BE CAPPED. 7. ALL DECORATIVE GRILLE PANEL TO BE INSTALLED ON UPPER CABINETS ON UPPER CABINETS ON SOUTH ELEVATION. 6 OPEN SHELVES 7 PANTRY DROP-IN STAINLESS STEEL SINK8 PANEL READY REFRIGERATOR / FREEZER PULL-OUT STORAGE9 DECORATIVE PANEL WINE CAVE BUIT-IN HOOD12 11 10 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 6'-9" 6'-9" 1'-10" 2'-3"2'-8" 4" 2'-8" 3'-0" 2'-9" 1'-6" 1'-11" 1'-6" 3'-0" 1'-6" 2'-6" 1'-6" 1'-10" 1'-10" 2'-0" 19'-1" C A-7 A A-7 B A-7 7 7 4 4 9 9 2 35 8 1 6 6 6 6 10 12 11 6"1'-10"6'-8" 9'-0" 2'-0" 4" 3'-0" 3" 2'-117 8" 6" 2'-111 2" 1'-6" 1'-6" Scale: 1/2"=1'0" ENLARGED KITCHEN FLOOR PLAN 1 Scale: 1/2"=1'0" WEST ISLAND ELEVATION C Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST ISLAND ELEVATION D D A-7 Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST WALL ELEVATION A Scale: 1/2"=1'0" SOUTH WALL ELEVATION B KITCHEN 250 SF WINE MICRO 7'9-1/8" 6'-6-3/4" 5'-2" REF D/W T/C/R PULL-OUT TRASH / RECYCLE5 5. ALL STRUCTURAL COLUMNS TO REMAIN. 6. ALL EXISTING GAS LINES AND PLUMBING TO BE CAPPED. 7. ALL DECORATIVE GRILLE PANEL TO BE INSTALLED ON UPPER CABINETS ON UPPER CABINETS ON SOUTH ELEVATION. 6 OPEN SHELVES 7 PANTRY DROP-IN STAINLESS STEEL SINK8 PULL-OUT STORAGE9 DECORATIVE PANEL WINE CAVE BUIT-IN HOOD12 11 10 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 6'-9" 6'-9" 1'-10" 2'-3"2'-8" 4" 2'-8" 3'-0" 2'-9" 1'-6" 1'-11" 1'-6" 3'-0" 1'-6" 2'-6" 1'-6" 1'-10" 1'-10" 2'-0" 19'-1" C A-7 A A-7 B A-7 7 7 4 4 9 9 2 35 8 1 6 6 6 6 10 12 11 6"1'-10"6'-8" 9'-0" 2'-0" 4" 3'-0" 3" 2'-117 8" 6" 2'-111 2" 1'-6" 1'-6" Scale: 1/2"=1'0" ENLARGED KITCHEN FLOOR PLAN 1 Scale: 1/2"=1'0" WEST ISLAND ELEVATION C Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST ISLAND ELEVATION D D A-7 Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST WALL ELEVATION A Scale: 1/2"=1'0" SOUTH WALL ELEVATION B HEN 0 SF WINE MICRO 7'9-1/8" 6'-6-3/4" 5'-2" REF D/W T/C/R BUIT-IN HOOD2 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 6'-9" 6'-9" 1'-10" 2'-3"2'-8" 4" 2'-8" 3'-0" 2'-9" 1'-6" 1'-11" 1'-6" 3'-0" 1'-6" 2'-6" 1'-6" 1'-10" 1'-10" 2'-0" 19'-1" C A-7 A A-7 B A-7 7 7 4 4 9 9 2 35 8 1 6 6 6 612 11 6'-8" 9'-0" 2'-0" 4" 3'-0" 3" 2'-117 8" 6" 2'-111 2" 1'-6" 1'-6" Scale: 1/2"=1'0" ENLARGED KITCHEN FLOOR PLAN 1 Scale: 1/2"=1'0" WEST ISLAND ELEVATION C Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST ISLAND ELEVATION D Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST WALL ELEVATION A Scale: 1/2"=1'0" SOUTH WALL ELEVATION B ITCHEN 50 SF WINE MICRO 7'9-1/8" 6'-6-3/4" 5'-2" REF D/W T/C/R BUIT-IN HOOD12 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 6'-9" 6'-9" 1'-10" 2'-3"2'-8" 4" 2'-8" 3'-0" 2'-9" 1'-6" 1'-11" 1'-6" 3'-0" 1'-6" 2'-6" 1'-6" 1'-10" 1'-10" 2'-0" 19'-1" C A-7 A A-7 B A-7 7 7 4 4 9 9 2 35 8 1 6 6 6 612 11 6'-8" 9'-0" 2'-0" 4" 3'-0" 3" 2'-117 8" 6" 2'-111 2" 1'-6" 1'-6" Scale: 1/2"=1'0" ENLARGED KITCHEN FLOOR PLAN 1 Scale: 1/2"=1'0" WEST ISLAND ELEVATION C Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST ISLAND ELEVATION D Scale: 1/2"=1'0" EAST WALL ELEVATION A Scale: 1/2"=1'0" SOUTH WALL ELEVATION B Island Elevation - Sink Side 04 MASUDA Island Elevation - Seating Side DRAWINGS NTS 18 Cabinet Color Counter topsBack SplashInsert Island
Enlarged Plan - NTS East Wall Elevation - NTS Integrated grab bars, a handheld shower, and generous turning clearance support accessibility in the parent’s 3/4 bathroom. Yellow cabinetry adds warmth to the palette and stands out clearly against surrounding finishes. Vertical paneling and marble tile define wet and dry zones with subtle shifts in texture. ACCESSIBLE 3/4 BATH ROOM PRIMARY BATHROOM Enlarged Plan - NTSNorth Elevation - NTS South Elevation - NTS 04 MASUDA 19
858-245-1962 judi.walther@gmail.com Thank you for taking the time to view my portfolio. Each project here reflects not just a design solution, but a process — one shaped by curiosity, iteration, and a genuine interest in how spaces affect the people who use them. I’d welcome the opportunity to discuss any of these projects further, or to talk about how I might bring that same approach to your team. Judith Walther
