Hearty Foodies

Liza Bruyako

Interior Design, 2023

For my senior capstone project in interior design, I researched the programmatic elements of a culinary arts program for an adaptive reuse space in the town of Franklinton. A culinary arts program in the Franklinton area can help grow skills in cooking, expand knowledge about food and nutrition, and help the people of Franklinton better connect with their community. A program like this can impact the community environmentally, economically, and culturally. Through a partnership with star house youth, these individuals can learn home-cooked meals, budgeting, gardening skills, and much more. The main goal is for them to create relationships and lifelong friendships with one another. This program is an extension of star house, but it focuses on connection and providing access to a healthy and nutritious life.

Liza Bruyako project image 2 — provides an overall vision of how the building looks. The space holds a grab-and-go area and seating for the public to sit and enjoy the environment. This floor is lively and energetic

Liza Bruyako project image 3 — Is a calmer space for the students to come together and play on the billiard table. There are hockey and foosball tables located on the first floor as well.

Liza Bruyako project image 5 — Leads individuals into the back of the first floor and provides a view into what is on the second floor. This area has a mixture of colorful patterns and supports an energetic atmosphere.

Liza Bruyako project image 6 — Wooden beams support the kitchen; they mimic a greenhouse and allow natural light to come in and shine through because of the openness of the glass.

View Thesis Documentation Here!

Liza Bruyako grew up in Gahanna, Ohio, where she helped out in theatre. She gained an interest in set design and architecture. However, she didn’t know where her future lay, but she wanted to grow her creativity and help others. She explored different careers and realized how much an interior space affects a person. Prompting her to choose interior design.

You can check out her portfolio at this website!

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