Jeff Seal Homes of Distinction

 Just when we thought Jeff's Seal's houses couldn't be more beautiful - he and his interior designer, Abby Carter (graduate of our program) continue to raise the bar on perfection!

 

One of our seniors, Emily (intern), and interior designer Abby.

Jeff Seal explained his unique construction techniques and use of materials.

Yes, that's brick on the barrel vaulted ceiling!

Dining room

Custom designed door by Abby.

Chimney for the outdoor living area fireplace.

10,000+ square feet (but who's counting?)

Entry

Piano room ceiling

Before: groin vault framing.....

...After

Collins Tile and Stone

Tim Collins generously shared his time by educating us on the different

types of stone and giving us a tour of his fabulous facility!

Granite before polishing....

...and after!

Yes, it looks like a work of art but it's stone!

Carrera marble - oooh...ahhhh

Cad technology is used to make sure all cuts are perfect!

Leftwich Chapman Flooring America

Once again, Larry Leftwich shared his flooring expertise with our Materials classes...thank you, Larry!



So many options in tile!

We learned about the many new options and fibers used in carpet.

Interior design students are very fashionable in all weather - even rain!

Hard surface flooring...wood, cork, leather, bamboo, tile....

College of Human Sciences Poster Display

 Several of our young researchers from the Environmental Design graduate program participated in the College of Human Sciences Poster Display.

Katy

Fatma

Marwa

Duy with our Associate Dean for Research, Michael O'Boyle

Islam

Saif

Haithem

Angela

Rehab

Michelle

 

Shohre

Cowboys & Culture - IDEC Regional Conference

Texas Tech was well represented at the IDEC Regional Conference. Those presenting included Linna Yoon, Angela Bourne, Michelle Pinson, Katy Lopez and myself.  Great job to our graduate students this year!

 Angela Bourne, Michelle Pinson, Katy Lopez and me at The Modern in Fort Worth

 Katy Lopez preparing for her presentation titled "Designing for Autism: Applying Classroom Designs for the Home"

 Michelle Pinsons preparing for her presentation titled "The Relationship Between the Built Environment and Stress Relating to Pediatric Patients"

Dr. Curry's Retirement Party

Recently the College of Human Sciences held a retirement party for Dr. Zane Curry.  The ceremony was filled with past and current students, faculty, staff, family and friends.  During his years at Texas Tech, he made numerous important contributions to the department and will be greatly missed!  Good luck to you and all of your future endeavors, Dr. Curry!

Dr. Shroyer, who also recently retired, had a few words about their times together at the Department of Design.  We miss them both dearly! 

 Students came to support Dr. Curry

Graduate Students also came to give their support to Dr. Curry