Monica Hsieh
CHILLHOUSE
Ringo Studio Intern Project
Retail Store Design for Chillhouse
Chillhouse is a modern beauty brand rooted in nail care and self-care. This retail store integrates a nail salon and café into one cohesive environment. As part of the design team, I supported the project through 3D drawings, construction drawings, furniture design, material research, and coordination with millworkers.
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2025
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Intern Project (Ringo Studio)
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Retail Store
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NYC, NY
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Madelynn Ringo
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Kirsten Harris, Monica Hsieh
"Forever Chill" Signage
I developed the Forever Chill signage by modeling the 3D form, defining its dimensions and colors, and translating the client’s request for a “puffy” letter effect into a buildable design.
(Environment by Ringo Studio; signage by author)
Café’s Stepped Seating
I was responsible for designing the café’s stepped seating, including dimensions, upholstery colors, and fabrication details. After finalizing the material palette, I produced drawings for millworkers and coordinated the selection of tables and chairs.
(Environment by Ringo Studio; stepped seating by author)
Pedicure Basin
I designed the pedicure basin with an ergonomic focus, refining the heights of the basin, cushion, and seating to ensure comfort. The process also involved material selection and integrating the design with surrounding furniture.
(Environment by Ringo Studio; pedicure basin by author)
Nail Bottle Display & Lazy Susan
I designed the Lazy Susan by defining its dimensions and determining the number of nail bottles per ring to balance visual harmony with the client’s required capacity. I also supported the modeling of the nail bottle statue for display integration.
(Environment by Ringo Studio; lazy susan and nail bottle display by author)