Amelia Rothfuss
arothfuss@gmail.com InstagramRothfuss is currently a senior at Lawrence Technological University, pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Interior Architecture. Outside of school, she dedicates her time to her internship at ROSSETTI in Downtown Detroit. Rothfuss's work aims to respond to local cultures, people, and surrounding environments. Sustainability and ensuring long-lasting solutions for communities are paramount to her as a designer. She devotes most of her time to the pre-design phase to establish a strong foundation for her work.
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Capstone Project
MajorInterior Architecture [BS]
DescriptionIn this Capstone project, I aimed to create a design that would be most attractive to the Owosso community and traveling workers. Students had to develop residential apartment units, and had the liberty to develop whatever programming we chose below the apartments. Owosso’s tradition, trading, and art had a significant influence on my design. The goal of the residential units was to create a space that is modern with the use of neutrals with green accents, and utilization of curved shapes to bring in a sense of flow and energy. Aged hardware, and Shiawassee Art Center paintings will aid in the timelessness of these units. Residents will feel comfortable in this calming environment, with soft finishes and views to the outdoors. On the other hand, my farm to table market concept is inspired by Owosso being populated by gatherers. This market will allow the community to come and sell their goods on the off season of their farmers market. Filling the space with Owosso’s Robbins tables and Woodard chairs, the community will be able to join one another and feast on the natural goods their neighbors sell. The cash wrap markets will mirror the facade of the downtown buildings, bringing in Owosso’s history. The materiality of this space will consist of dark reclaimed wood, and metal.