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ANNA SIS

HELLO,

My name is Anna Sis. Thank you for looking at my work!

I am currently in my third year at the University of Kansas pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture.

Interior architecture drives my passion of human wellbeing and allows me to create with care in mind. I have come to understand the significance that well-designed environments have on human experiences. Therefore, I am excited to continuing pursuing a career full of creativity, functionality, sustainability, and striving towards positive human experiences.

BOUTIQUE

HEALTH CLINIC ASCENSION

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THE NEST SUSTAINABLE SMART HOME

MOANAKAI PATTERN CAFE

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HAND CRAFT FURNITURE AND MODELS

01 ASCENSION

FALL 2025

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This boutique hotel design project is based on a portion of the existing W San Fransisco hotel building footprint. The design specifically focuses on four main guest service areas. This project aligned with the NEWH Green Voice National Hospitality Design Competition, which challenges students to design an adaptive reuse boutique hotel inspired by a geo-cultural location and hotel type of choice. I decided to curate an active focused hotel located in Granada, Spain based on my recent trip to this site in the summer of 2025.

DESIGN CONCEPT

The boutique hotel is a transformative journey, where guests ascend from the grounded energy (the mountain’s base) through unfolding layers of light, perspective, and atmosphere, culminating in clarity and accomplishment (the mountain’s peak). This design intertwines Granada’s Moorish culture with nature’s unfolding perspectives in graduation.

BOUTIQUE

ASCENSION

SITE ANALYSIS

ALHAMBRA TOWARDS THE SOUTHWEST

OLIVE GROVE IN THE SOUTHEAST

NORTHEAST MOUNTAIN VIEW

CITY LIES NORTHWEST

USER PERSONAS

FAMILY TRIP

This family wants to have a fun, adventurous trip while needing areas of rest and recovery, and needing age appropriate activities and supervision.

MOOD BOARD

The couple not only wants these opportunities but needs proper climbing equipment, reliable guides, and good recovery spaces.

While on this trip the group will need access to public transportation, information about local attractions, and areas to focus on school work.

HIKING COUPLE

STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM

ASCENSION 01

FLOOR PLANS

POOLS

OUTDOOR LOUNGE

INDOOR LOUNGE

LOCKER ROOMS ELEVATORS

INDIVIDUAL GUEST ROOMS

FAMILY GUEST ROOMS

ASCENSION 01

FURNITURE PLAN

RESTAURANT FURNITURE PLAN

C-1

C-2

T-2

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

KEY

CHAIRS

SOFAS

TABLES

C-1

Herman Miller Full Twist

Guest Chair Herman Miller Resonance Sepia

C-2

OFS

Raya Chair Posh Textiles

Hayden Emerald

S-1

Martin Brattrud Las Filas Banquette Posh Textiles

Hayden Emerald

S-2

West Coast Industries

U-Shaped Banquette

Posh Textiles Hayden Emerald

T-1

West Coast Industries

Tulip Table

West Coast Industries Medium Walnut

T-2

West Coast Industries

Tulip Bar Table

West Coast Industries Medium Walnut

RESTAURANT BANQUETTE SEATING

RESTAURANT NIGHT DINING

ASCENSION 01

FINISH PLAN

REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

Tilebar

Porcelain Tile Lune Beige

Ferguson

Porcelain Tile

Merola Tile Llama Arte

Herman Miller Wood Veneer Aged Teak

H.E. Williams

Herman Miller Wood Veneer Aged Teak

10’6” A.F.F.

C-1

LOBBY GRAND STAIR CASE

LOBBY LOUNGE AREA

RETAIL SHOE DISPLAY

02 THE NEST

SPRING 2025

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project included designed a smart, sustainable home in a city lot in Wyandotte County, Kansas, addressing a specific social challenge. The project promotes environmental, social, and economic sustainability through thoughtful design and technology. The home design reflects diverse user needs and support efficient, connected urban living.

DESIGN CONCEPT

The Nest is a home designed to provide a comforting and secure environment for foster families. Through sustainable materials and smart technology, each child has a space of flexibility, individuality, comfort and protection that they need to thrive. They are gradually prepared to leave the nest knowing they will always have a family.

SUSTAINABLE SMART HOME

THE NEST 02

BUILDING ENVELOPE

FLEXIBILITY

Creating systems or products that can accommodate change, customization, or multiple uses over time.

ADJUSTABLE FURNITURE

Creating systems or products that can accommodate change, customization, or multiple uses over time.

INDIVIDUALITY

Expressing personal or unique characteristics that distinct one from another.

ADJUSTABLE FURNITURE

Designed with multi-functional furniture to easily adapt to changing family dynamics and the needs of the children.

PRIVACY ZONES

INDIVIDUALITY

Expressing personal or unique characteristics that distinct one from another.

COMFORT

Creating spaces or products that promote ease, well-being, and a sense of relaxation for the user.

ADJUSTABLE FURNITURE

Designed with multi-functional furniture to easily adapt to changing family dynamics and the needs of the children.

ADJUSTABLE FURNITURE

NEUTRAL ROOMS

Designed with multi-functional furniture to easily adapt to changing family dynamics and the needs of the children.

Spaces with calming, versatile colors to create an inclusive area where the children can make the space their own.

NEUTRAL ROOMS

Spaces with calming, versatile colors to create an inclusive where the children can make the space their own.

NEUTRAL ROOMS

STORAGE SPACES

Spaces with calming, versatile colors to create an inclusive where the children can make the space their own.

Spaces with calming, versatile colors to create an inclusive area where the children can make the space their own.

Organization to allow children to keep their belongings secure while promoting a sense of security and ownership.

STORAGE SPACES

Organization to allow children to keep their belongings secure while promoting a sense of security and ownership.

PRIVACY ZONES

A personalized sanctuary where children can retreat, reflect, and express themselves, fostering a sense of emotional security.

PRIVACY ZONES

A personalized sanctuary where children can retreat, reflect, and express themselves, fostering a sense of emotional security.

OUTDOOR AREA

A personalized sanctuary where children can retreat, reflect, and express themselves, fostering a sense of emotional security.

OUTDOOR AREA

An environment where children can connect with nature, cultivate their own interests, and express their individuality.

OUTDOOR AREA

An environment where children can connect with nature, cultivate their own interests, and express their individuality.

EMBRACING SPACES

Cozy furniture, soft lighting, and warm colors to create a welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment.

Creating spaces or products that promote ease, well-being, and a sense of relaxation for the user.

EMBRACING SPACES

Cozy furniture, soft lighting, and warm colors to create a welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment.

EMBRACING SPACES

CALMING TEXTILES

Cozy furniture, soft lighting, and warm colors to create a welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment.

Soft, comforting, and sustainable textures, to create a soothing environment that enhances tranquility.

PERSONAL EXPRESSION

An environment where children can connect with nature, cultivate their own interests, and express their individuality.

CALMING TEXTILES

Soft, comforting, and sustainable textures, to create a soothing environment that enhances tranquility.

PERSONAL EXPRESSION

Incorporating picture displays, chalkboards, or playrooms, to creatively showcase their interests, emotions, and identities.

CALMING TEXTILES

NATURAL LIGHTING

Soft, comforting, and sustainable textures, to create a soothing environment that enhances tranquility.

PERSONAL EXPRESSION

Incorporating picture displays, chalkboards, or playrooms, to creatively showcase their interests, emotions, and identities.

Large windows and skylights to create a bright atmosphere that enhances comforting and positive environment.

NATURAL LIGHTING

Large windows and skylights to create a bright atmosphere that enhances comforting and positive environment. PROTECTION

Large windows and skylights to create a bright atmosphere that enhances comforting and positive environment.

PROTECTION

Incorporating features that ensure durability, and security for users and their environment.

SAFE ACCESS

PROTECTION

Incorporating features that ensure safety, durability, and security for users and their environment.

ANALYSIS

Incorporating features that ensure safety, durability, and security for users and their environment.

SAFE ACCESS

Designing secure, well-lit entrances with reinforced doors and entrances using smart technology to ensure safety.

SAFE ACCESS

DAVE AND KELLY

High communication

Balance of connection

Self care and positivity

Emotional support and stability

Safe and nurturing environment

Privacy and independence

Emotional security and stability

Connection with her brother

Privacy and independence

Safety and stability

Social skill development

Positive reinforcement

Emotional attachment

Opportunity for play

Nourishing environment

Designing secure, well-lit entrances with reinforced doors and entrances using smart technology to ensure safety.

SAFE ACCESS

OPEN FLOW

Designing secure, well-lit entrances with reinforced doors and entrances using smart technology to ensure safety.

Spaces with clear, pathways throughout high traffic zones to ensure safety and monitoring in the house.

OPEN FLOW

Spaces with clear, unobstructed pathways throughout high traffic zones to ensure safety and monitoring in the house.

SAFE ZONES

Spaces with clear, unobstructed pathways throughout high traffic zones to ensure safety and monitoring in the house.

Spaces where children can retreat to in a time of emotional discomfort where they can express their emotions.

SAFE ZONES

Spaces where children can retreat to in a time of emotional discomfort where they can express their emotions.

Spaces where children can retreat to in a time of emotional discomfort

THE NEST 02

FLOOR PLANS

FURNITURE KEY

BECCA

OSLO

Bernhardt

Porch, Patio

Bernhardt

HOUSE FACADE

THE NEST 02

SECTIONS

AIR operable windows

ELEVATIONS

UPSTAIRS LEVEL 10’- 0”

GROUND LEVEL 0’- 0”

SECTION A

scale: 3/32 = 1’ 0”

ELEVATION 1: MUDROOM

scale: 1/3 = 1’ 0”

SMART TECH. door alarm security FLEXIBILITY storage spaces

MATERIALS & RESOURCES construction waste management

SECTION B

scale: 3/32 = 1’ 0”

ELEVATION 2: STUDY AREA

scale: 1/3 = 1’ 0”

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

UPSTAIRS LEVEL 10’- 0”

GROUND

SMART TECH. electronic glass

INDIVIDUALITY privacy zones

SMART TECH. electronic glass

FLEXIBILITY adjustable furniture scale: 1/3 = 1’ 0”

03 THE TIE

SPRING 2025

PARTNER PROJECT

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Designing interior spaces for a small Health Center or Hospital in the rural village of Kapkemich, Kenya. Specific health, cultural, and human-centered needs were addressed to create functional and sustainable environments. Designs must support patients, medical staff, and the community using thoughtful layouts, local materials, and appropriate technologies.

DESIGN CONCEPT

Rooted in the Kenyan traditions of harambee- a call to “pull together”- the pediatric ward symbolizes “the tie”, with children as the vital link in community bonds. Through thoughtful design and natural elements, the space fosters connection to nature, renewal in healing, and belonging of community, ensuring the spirit of togetherness for future generations.

SITE CONTEXT

CONCEPT

WALKWAYS

OTHER BUILDINGS EXISTING PEDIATRIC WARD EXPANSIONS TO PEDIATRIC WARD EXPANSIONS TO WALKWAYS/RAMP

Inspired by the Kenyan value of harambee, the pediatric ward represents a unifying tie that connects the community and the entire clinic. Its design fosters connection through natural elements and shared space. This approach supports collective care and strengthens the bonds across generations and functions within the facility.

St. Anne’s Girls School

Friends of St. Anne’s Office

PEDIATRIC WARD

KENYA

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USER JOURNEY

• Relief

• Excitement

• Relief • Excitement

• Confused

• Uncertain

• Confused

• Uncertain

Comfort

Gratitude

Kiptoo Chebet

NURSE

Kosgey

• Wakes up with no family.

• Vitals are taken.

• Wakes up with no family.

Wakes with family. • Vitals are taken. personalized

Needs personalized space.

• Vitals are taken. Needs personalized space.

Determined

Mentally

• Determined • Mentally Prepared

• Joy • Sense of Normalcy

Sense of Normalcy

• Anxious • Nervous • Scared

• Anxious • Nervous

Scared

Comfort • Gratitude • Uncertain • Anxious

Uncertain

• Spends time playing in the play area outside.

• Spends time playing in the play

space to play

time outside. Needs space play & positive

• Spends time playing in the play area outside. Needs space to play & positive distractions.

• Family comes to visit and they are outside.

• Compassionate • Empathetic

• Empathetic

Needs space to play & positive distractions.

• Compassionate

• Vitals are taken. Needs personalized space. ARRIVAL CHECK PATIENTS

Confused Uncertain Wakes up no Vitals taken. Needs space. ARRIVAL CHECK PATIENTS

Miriam Kosgey • • belongings Needs room lockers. • Checks all patients to ensure

• Walks to work.

• to work.

• Walks to work.

• Family comes to visit and they are outside.

Needs connection to nature & family area.

• Family comes to visit and they are outside. Needs connection to nature & family area.

Needs connection to nature & family area.

Family to visit are connection & area.

• Fatigued

Drained

Grateful

Drained

• His procedure is done & seeks mother for Needs positive distractions.

• His procedure is & seeks mother comfort. Needs distractions.

• His procedure is done & seeks mother for comfort. Needs positive distractions.

• Mother brings homecooked meal for dinner.

Needs by bed.

Needs family space by bed.

• Mother homecooked meal for dinner. Needs family space by bed.

• Mother brings homecooked meal for dinner. Needs family space by

• Mother brings homecooked meal for dinner. Needs family space by bed.

Frustrated

Tired

PROCEDURE STOCK STORAGE

• Mother leaves and he falls asleep in an unfamiliar place.

Needs space that make it feel homey.

leaves and he falls asleep an Needs space feel homey.

• Mother leaves and he falls asleep in an unfamiliar place. Needs space that make it feel Determined Mentally Prepared

• Mother leaves and he falls asleep in an unfamiliar place. Needs space that make it feel homey.

Mother and he falls unfamiliar place. that it feel

Mentally Physically& Exhausted

• Puts belongings in break room.

Miriam Kosgey • Walks work. • Puts belongings break room. Needs room lockers.

• Puts in break room. Needs break with lockers.

Needs break room with lockers.

• Puts belongings in break room. Needs break room with lockers.

GOALS AND STRATEGIES

with workstation.

RENEWAL

Child-friendly environments revitalizing health and vitality

CONNECTION

• Checks vitals of all her patients to ensure wellbeing. Needs well organized workstation.

• Checks vitals of her patients to ensure wellbeing. Needs well organized workstation.

• Checks vitals all patients to ensure wellbeing. well organized

• Checks vitals of all her patients to ensure wellbeing. Needs well organized workstation.

Eats

• Eats lunch while relaxing her feet.

• Tired from work.

Child-friendly environments revitalizing health and vitality

CONNECTION

Child-friendly environments revitalizing health and vitality

Fostering connection between space and nature

COMMUNITY

Strengthening social interaction CONNECTION

COMMUNITY

Strengthening social support and interaction

• Eats lunch while relaxing her feet.

Needs a private space & a foot rest.

• Eats lunch while relaxing her feet. • Tired work. Needs private space & a foot

• Eats lunch feet. • from a space & rest.

from a space rest.

• Tired from work. Needs a private space & a foot rest.

INTEGRATED PLAY

Design play zones within treatment spaces to reduce fear and encourage emotional well-being.

• Performs procedures on patients in need Needs distractions kids.

• Performs procedures on patients in need Needs positive distractions for kids.

procedures in need positive for

• Performs procedures on patients in need Needs positive distractions for kids.

• Stocks storage.

• Across the facility (no easy access). Needs storage the pediatric ward.

• Across the facility (no easy access). Needs storage within the pediatric ward.

Design play zones within treatment spaces to reduce fear and encourage emotional well-being.

Fostering connection between space and nature

NATURAL LIGHT INTEGRATION

Design play zones within treatment spaces to reduce fear and encourage emotional well-being.

NATURAL LIGHT INTEGRATION

The use of sunlight in interior spaces healing. Large windows and skylights to let in sunlight, which improves mood and supports health.

The use of sunlight in interior spaces for healing. Large windows and skylights to let in sunlight, which improves mood and supports health.

SHARED FAMILY SPACES

Provide gathering areas with comfortable seating where families can sit together, support each other, and ensure caregivers can stay with their children.

NATURAL LIGHT INTEGRATION

• Checks on patients one last

• Checks on patients one last time.

• Walks home. Needs a quiet space to decompress

facility (no storage within ward. on patients last time. Needs quiet space decompress

Walks home. Needs a quiet space to

• Walks home. Needs a quiet space to decompress

POSITIVE DISTRACTION

Redirecting attention away from stressors by engaging in activities that are enjoyable, relaxing, or stimulating.

The use of sunlight in interior spaces for healing. Large windows and skylights to let in sunlight, which improves mood and supports health.

OUTDOOR ACCESS DESIGN

Access to outdoor areas to play, gather, heal, and escape the inside of the facility.

CULTURALLY FAMILIAR DESIGN

Provide gathering areas with comfortable seating where families can sit together, support each other, and ensure caregivers can stay with their children.

Incorporate local art, traditional patterns, and nature-inspired elements to make the hospital feel like part of the community.

Kiptoo Chebet

Miriam Kosgey

Kiptoo Chebet

Miriam

Kiptoo Chebet

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

THE TIE 03

FLOOR PLAN

BATHROOM

STAFF ENTERANCE PEDIATRIC PATIENT WARD

SOIL ROOM

PROCEDURE ROOM

GROUND LEVEL scale: 3/8 = 1’ 0”

PEDIATRIC PATIENT WARD

OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE STAFF ENTERANCE

BATHROOM

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

MATERIALS

CLAY BRICKS

CONCRETE

NDARUGO STONE

IROKO WOOD SLATS

LIMESTONE RUBBLE

04 MOANAKAI

FALL 2024

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Exploring how culture-inspired patterns can be used to shape space and create multifunctional systems for seating, dining, and spatial division. The use of geometric, organic, natural, or technological forms influence design elements that convey meaningful messages through spatial design. The work will be installed in Strong Hall, providing a real-world context for applying this design.

DESIGN CONCEPT

Moanakai is a New Zealand restaurant that creates an inviting atmosphere through curved forms and open spatial flow. Using neutral, natural materials like wood and stone, the design evokes a sense of luxury, peace, and flow. The goal is to offer guests a calm yet refined dining experience where movement feels effortless and the environment supports relaxation and comfort.

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PATTERN EXPLORATION

The Maori pattern is very present in the culture of New Zealand. The many different variations are all deeply connected to the natural environment and the cycle of life. The Patiki Maori pattern is a flounder shape that is representative of the sea and availability for life. The red color represents warmth and life, the white, future and promise, and black is for earth. The Maori curve shape inspired the spatial systems and seating in this design. A reflected S shape creates a balanced form with spatial organization.

FLOOR PLAN

SMALL GROUP SEATING INDIVIDUAL SEATING

SMALL GROUP SEATING

LARGE GROUP SEATING

GROUND LEVEL scale: 3/64 = 1’ 0”

KITCHEN

KIOSK

EMPLOYEE LOUNGE SPACE

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

BLOCKING DIAGRAM

SMALL GROUP SEATING

INDIVIDUAL SEATING seats 3-4 seats 5-6 seats 1-4

LARGE GROUP SEATING

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ELEVATIONS

ELEVATION 1: INDOOR SEATING AND WINE BAR scale: 1/8 = 1’ 0”

MATERIALS

WINE RED VELVET

This material, used on seating booths, is used to create a comforting feeling for the customers as well as adding an accent color to the space.

DOUGLAS FIR STAGGERED

This wood material, used on the walls, is harmonious with the flooring and other seating materials to create peace throughout the space.

TAN MARBLE

The marble counter tops are a warm tone addition that induce a luxurious feeling for each customers.

BROWN FELT

Felt used in the interior of the seating booths are used to reduce sound and create a peaceful experience for all.

OAK WOOD

This wood flooring is cohesive to the neutral tones of the space. The natural materials provoke a restorative, luxurious feeling.

LIMESTONE STRETCHER

This limestone flooring change is important to the flow of the space to show contrast of seating and open spaces.

ELEVATION 2: KIOSK AND HIGH TOP SEATING scale: 1/8 = 1’ 0”

ELEVATION 3: BRIDGE AND SEATING scale: 1/8 = 1’ 0”

ELEVATION 1: BRIDGE AND LARGE GROUP SEATING

05 STUDY ABROAD

SUMMER 2025

FACULTY LED

TRIP OVERVIEW

This study abroad program explored the architectural and cultural heritage of Southern Europe, focusing on the impact of Moorish and Arabic influences. Through site visits, tours, and field analysis, each student examined how geography, materials, and cultural aspects have influenced urban development, construction methods, and architectural identity in these countries.

RECAP

This experience taught me the importance of cultural and historical awareness. I gained a deeper understanding of how Moorish and Arabic architecture and cross-cultural exchange continues to impact the built environment. Southern Europe gave me a deeper insight to the importance of geography in the built environment. I was in awe of the uniqueness and detail of the design and inspired by the thoughtful concept and purpose of each structure. I am very grateful for this opportunity.

ABROAD SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

STUDY ABROAD

STOP ONE | BARCELONA, SPAIN

STOP TWO | MADRID, SPAIN

STOP FIVE | CORDOBA, SPAIN

STOP SIX | SEVILLE, SPAIN

STOP THREE | TOLEDO, SPAIN

STOP FOUR | GRANADA, SPAIN

STOP SEVEN | LISBON, PORTUGAL

STOP EIGHT | PORTO, PORTUGAL

STUDY ABROAD

06 HAND CRAFT

FALL 2024-FALL 2025

OVERVIEW

Hands on experiences have always been something I have enjoyed. In the first two years of my interior architecture degree, we focused highly on drawing and building from hand. This allowed me to use craft and precision to express my designs. Although we create less physical models in studio, this year I got to participate in a furniture build class where I got to turn ideas into a three-dimensional object. I also had an amazing opportunity to craft a physical model with the supervision of the JE Dunn team to represent the University of Kansas KUbe construction to help the company challenge for a bid.

TAKEAWAYS

Through all of these hand craft projects, I was able to further enhance my hands on and model making skills, as well as learn many new skills such as sawing, drilling, and staining. Through the JE Dunn partnership I was able to understand the depth of communication and collaboration of a company.