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02Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonContentsContentsMIL LOR01Three-story mixed-use building featuring a restaurant, two apartment units, and a condo designed for a couple to live, work, and generate rental income.BROADWAY FITNESSCENTER02The fitness center within the shelter offers amenities like CrossFit, cycling, boxing, dance, and Pilates, promoting health and empowerment for residents.p.04 p.22
03Esmeralda Bailon | PortfolioContentsHEARST ELEMENTARY UTK03The Hearst Elementary UTK program is designed to create a safe, creative, and engaging environment where UTK students can learn and thrive.THE OLIVERS04Single-family home designed in North Park for a family of five, emphasizing spacious living and gathering areas to support hosting and everyday connection.SERENE SPACES05A flexible, eco-friendly classroom remodel designed to support lectures, collaboration, and relaxation for architecture students at SDSU.THE HEART OF HOME06An abstract-to-architectural exploration that transforms emotional and spatial ideas into a physical home through parti diagrams, models, and floor plans.p.32 p.42 p.52 p.60
04Portfolio | Esmeralda Bailon 01Mil LorNational City | 2024-2025Project typeMixed-useSoftware usedSketch UpEnscapePhotoshopIllustratorThis mixed use building began as a group project focused on combining commercial and residential spaces. Our team created a client profile, a couple opening a restaurant on the ground floor while living in a third floor apartment, with two additional rental units on the second floor. I originally designed the second floor apartments, then later revisited and redesigned the entire building independently to refine the concept and strengthen my portfolio.Mil Lor | Mixed-Use Design
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06Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonConcept StatementMil Lor is a place that feels like home. Guests find comfort, tenants find calm, and the Millers live their dream where life, work, and community come together. ZoningThese material palettes blend natural materials, clean forms and soft colors to achieve a modernorganic aesthetic that produces calm and refined interior spaces. Each combination balances function with the emotional atmosphere to produce a subtle interplay of texture, light and space.resturant apartment 1shared outdoor lobbyMil Lor | Mixed-Use DesignMaterialsapartment 2condocommercialgreen spaceresidential
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08Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonProject LocationSite AnalysisLocation Address: 827 B Avenue, National City, CA 91950 The location sits on a corner lot in an amazing community. Houses and apartments surround this location as well as nearby businesses.The Mil Lor lot is located near commercial and residential areas, with schools close by. Just one street away lies a busy and vibrant community, and the lot is easily accessible due to multiple nearby bus stops that bring frequent visitors. Despite its proximity to activity, the location maintains a calming environment. Situated on a corner, the lot enjoys beautiful sunlight all day and a refreshing breeze from its closeness to the San Diego Bay.Mil Lor | Mixed-Use Design
09Esmeralda Bailon | PortfolioSite Planprivate rooftop patiooutdoor seating & dinningoutdoor greenyMixed-Use Design | Mil Loroutdoor eating
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15Esmeralda Bailon | PortfolioMixed-Use Design | Mil LorThe interior of Mil Lor restaurant provides a comfortable, calming, relaxing, and adventurous environment for customers and staff. The customers are provided with a comfortable environment through lighting, decor, and furniture. The environment is adventurous because of the uniqueness of the decor. You may want to sit in a booth, at a regular table, at the bar, or even outside. There is something for everyone at Mil Lor. Each seating arrangement is designed to provide the best experience for the customers.
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19Esmeralda Bailon | PortfolioEach apartment has a unique floor plan, yet they are connected to each other. They have similar materials, lighting, and ceiling plans. The apartments are connected to the restaurant to create unity. The floor plans are created to work with the sun’s path.Mixed-Use Design | Mil Lor
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22Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonBroadway Fitness Center | Commercial DesignBroadway Fitness 02CenterSan Diego | 2025Project typeCommercialSoftware usedRevitEnscapePhotoshopIllustratorBroadway Fitness Center is an integral part of a homeless shelter, thoughtfully designed to support both mental and physical well-being. The space provides accessible fitness opportunities while fostering a sense of stability, routine, and self-improvement, creating an environment where individuals can grow, heal, and regain confidence as they move toward a healthier and more empowered future.
23Esmeralda Bailon | Portfolio23 Commercial Design project type | Broadway Fitness Center | project nameEsmeralda Bailon | Portfolio 02
24Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonBroadway Fitness Center | Commercial DesignConcept Statement Project LocationLocation Address: 225 Broadway Cir Suite 140-160, San Diego, CA 92101This project reimagines the traditional homeless shelter by placing a fitness and wellness center at its core, transforming it into a space for healing, strength, and empowerment. Through trauma-informed design and accessible exercise resources, the environment promotes both physical well-being and emotional recovery, encouraging routine, confidence, and resilience. Rather than simply providing shelter, the design fosters an active path toward rebuilding health, stability, and a renewed sense of purpose.This material pallete explores a calm, nature-driven approach to interior architecture, blending soft neutrals, muted greens, and natural textures. Each space is designed to feel balanced and restorative, emphasizing simplicity, materiality, and quiet sophistication.MaterialsInpirtation Collage
25Esmeralda Bailon | PortfolioBroadway Fitness Center provides a friendly and inviting atmosphere for its visitors. It features two entrances, one from the outside and another from the inside. The use of warm tones contributes to a calming environment for both guests and staff. Additionally, there is a lounge area designated for relaxation, waiting, or dining. The fitness center is equipped with crossfit machines, studio classes, and massage rooms. It fosters an environment designed to unite the community and support one another.Commercial Design | Broadway Fitness Center
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32Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonHearst Elementary UTK | Educational DesignHearst Elementary03UTKSan Diego | 2025Project typeEducationalSoftware usedSketch UpEnscapePhotoshopIllustratorHearst Elementary UTK is a program serving preschool and kindergarten students, thoughtfully organized into eight classrooms that support early learning and development. The campus includes two playgrounds designed for active play and exploration, as well as three outdoor dining areas that encourage students to enjoy meals in a fresh, open environment while fostering social interaction.
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34Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonHearst Elementary UTK | Educational DesignConcept Statement Project LocationProject Location: 6230 Del Cerro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92120Hearst Elementary School is a public elementary school in San Diego that serves a diverse student community within a welcoming, neighborhood-focused campus.Hearst Elementary School fosters curiosity, creativity, and empowerment in a united community. Rooted in meaningful connections, it nurtures growth, individuality, and compassion.This pallete explores a playful approach, combining soft textures, natural materials, and muted blues with warm yellow accents. The designs focus on creating functional, uplifting spaces where color, light, and form enhance both creativity and everyday experience.Materials
35Esmeralda Bailon | PortfolioSite Planoutdoor seatingplaygroundtree seatingEducational Design | Hearst Elementary UTKoutdoor seatingoutdoor seatingentry
36Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonPlansground floorHearst Elementary UTK | Educational Design
37Esmeralda Bailon | Portfoliointerior UTK Classroom interior UTK ClassroomThe Hearst Elementary UTK classrooms were designed to support both students and teachers by creating an organized, functional space. Cubbies near each entry allow students to store their belongings, while cabinets and storage closets keep equipment, materials, and paperwork neatly organized. A dedicated bookcase provides books for students to enjoy in the reading nook, and a creative ceiling installation adds dimension and visual interest, helping students feel comfortable rather than intimidated by the classroom’s height.Educational Design | Hearst Elementary UTK
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40Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonHearst Elementary UTK | Educational DesignOutside the classroom, the outdoor seating areas offer a welcoming space for students to relax, socialize, and engage in various activities. These sections feature shaded areas and tables, creating a comfortable environment for eating, resting, or participating in after-school programs and recreational activities. The thoughtful design encourages students to enjoy the outdoor space while supporting both structured and unstructured learning opportunities.
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42Portfolio | Esmeralda Bailon The Olivers | Residential DesignThe Olivers04San Diego | 2025Project typeResidentialSoftware usedSketch UpEnscapePhotoshopIllustatorThe Olivers is a single-family home on a site in North Park for a multigenerational family. The program included four bedrooms to accommodate the couple, their children, and a live-in grandmother, with a strong emphasis on spaces for hosting and connection.
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44Portfolio | Esmeralda BailonConcept Statement Design ConceptA space where you can freely love and care for each other, embracing adventure and freedom. You will find the support and unity you need.These designs emphasize unity and connection. Lines in the parti diagram converge at the center, while interlocking puzzle-like elements in the 3D model reinforce cohesion throughout.parti diagram 3d designThis material pallete presents a warm, organic approach to interior architecture, blending earthy tones, rich wood, and layered textures. Each space is designed to feel inviting and grounded, emphasizing comfort, material depth, and timeless elegance.MaterialsProject Location The Olivers | Residential DesignProject Location: 3700 Block of Granada Ave, San Diego CA 92104
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47Esmeralda Bailon | Portfoliointerior The Olivers interior The OliversThe Olivers Residential is a home designed to provide stability, comfort, and a welcoming atmosphere. Warm color tones and a smooth floor plan create a space that brings family together. Upon entering, you are greeted by an open foyer featuring a graceful curved staircase, leading into living areas with an open layout that encourages both freedom and connection. The home also includes an outdoor patio, offering additional space for relaxation and entertaining.Residential Design | The Olivers
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