J Lozano- Boone Portfolio of Work

Not all spaces are created equal.

Are you ready to be inspired?

Featured Work

Every project I’ve been involved with, I believe is an opportunity to challenge the Status-quo, because I like to think differently. The way to challenge the status-quo is by creating beautifully designed functional spaces. Are you ready to be inspired?

Photography courtesy of Alice Gao. Content for demo purposes only.

OUR BEGINNINGS

We started working on residential interiors 15 years ago and part of our success was supported on the idea of approaching every project with a very detailed and thorough process of mutual acquaintance with our clients, their needs, their likes and dis-likes. We thought of it as a journey of self-discovery and in the process we embraced the notion of taking every project as an exercise of opportunity to re-invent ourselves.

COMMERCIAL

Clients commonly mistake residential with commercial interiors not being aware that from spatial criteria to color scheme require a complete and thorough understanding of the purposes commercial interiors must fulfill. There’s a whole psychology behind Commercial interiors clients commonly overlook, we would be more than thrilled to bring our expertise and contribute to be part of your success.

HOSPITALITY

Our team will help you transform the ordinary into extraordinary. Our philosophy has always been about thinking outside the box. We like to challenge ourselves by pushing the boundaries of the status-quo. Never shy of exploring new ideas while implementing new technolgies we are confident we will make your project a unique experience.

A Hotel

Houston, TX

A re-boot of a classic, how simple design can balance between old and new

This hotel has probably seen it all, long before the AIrbnb or the hotel-express experience, there was the Classic One, the hotel with “history”. When traveling was pandemic-free and traveling was all about the experience of staying in. This hotel a historic landmark of the Houston landscape has probably seen it all. Tested against every trend, it remains a classic. So how do you re-design something while keeping its aura yet at the same time keep up with the times? Its a very fine line that was walked. Yet I believe the elements that made this hotel so particular were kept intact, while re-designing the Front Desk, lounge and restaurant was almost imperative.

Main entry. For the weary traveler, an inviting setting. A mural of the old Astro Dome, for many years associated with the city of Houston, I wanted to give the idea of being greeted by an “old friend” in this renovated background. The multi-color installation from the ceiling, is a clear reminder of Houston’s prosperous development based on its multi-cultural society.

The bar underwent a full transformation with just color and a little imagination. Now, its a fun, lively AND inviting place to chill and have a goodtime

The previous Front Desk was long and un-inviting it was black. Extremely long it spanned almost 35 linear feet of wasted space. I simplified everything, since the floor was to be left untouched, rather than competing with it, why not create a soothing welcoming area. The existing columns were also treated to a re-design by covering half of them in order to “tone-down” their presence and make them blend with the new design

Ortho Practice

Pasadena TX

A Brooklyn-inspired orthodontics practice gets a signature look.

The clients, an Orthodontist and his wife, spent 10 years living in New York. The city holds a special place in their story, they wanted to pay tribute by having a “NYC feel” in their practice, have a bit of “So-Ho swagger” in their interior proposal.

View of the reception area. Inspired in the old ware-houses found in the So-Ho District provide an indistinctive look.

The mural in the background of NYC urban-scape adds a new perspective on the traditional waiting area. — The mural in the background of *NYC urban-scape* adds a new perspective on the traditional waiting area.

Chiropractor’s Practice

Lake Jackson, TX

An old 5,000 SF building gets a bit more than a new coat of paint

An old 5000 SF building undergoes a major renovation to turn it into a Chiropractic practice. The program lead to a concept that was quite clear to me, a Chiropractor deals with the proper functioning of the human skeleton, so I intended to leave an “exposed” structure to highlight the purpose of the practice, such as exposed beams and metal posts.

Due to structural restrains, it was difficult to modify the existing 8’6 ceilings, so a floor detail was included to grab your attention focusing on the floor, rather than the low ceiling.

Wall detail of wood incrusted plank on a floating wall with indirect light.

Sharing a Vision

Katy, TX

A luxurious eye gem in the heart of Katy,TX

The clients called for a very elegant and sober approach. They wanted all customers to feel like “VIP” members. Dark and light greys contrast with with white and pearls making this Optometry practice a striking visual experience. The furniture would be the contrast in the overall picture with the idea of creating a fun contrast in the overall setting.

View of the Special and Pre-Test areas. The carpet creates a striking contrast highlighting the hierarchy of the room.

Contact lens station- the idea was to create a comforting place to learn all about proper eye care.

A Pediatric Dental Practice

Tomball, TX

A Pediatric dental practice for all ages

This was a fun one. The client, a Pediatric Dental practitioner in Tomball, wanted a practice to showcase its purpose, a practice for kids, however she didn’t want to narrow her market to kids exclusively, so color and geometry play a major role in this project making it a fun, and vibrant practice while being ambiguous to a particular clientele range .

Reception Area. The client wanted a well-lit waiting area in order for her young patients to feel relaxed and welcomed.

Brushing station. Single piece floating counter.

Open bay area. The Dr. eliminated the use of the upper cabinets in the 12 O’ clock cabinets

Reception Desk. A waterfall effect with Quartz with a wood contrast- to create that welcoming look. — Reception Desk. A mitered edge to create a waterfall effect with Quartz with a wood contrast- to create that welcoming look.

An airport shuttle terminal in Monterrey MX

Oftentimes people only get to see the outcome of any type of project, few times they get to see the side of the work one goes through to produce the outcome. Its a hard, enduring process of continuous change, mutual cooperation and compromise between clients, designer and builder- bonds are born. The original structure was an abandoned flea market, bringing everything down was not only very expensive but rather an unviable option- instead why not create a new-building within an existing building? In the process everyone gets a covered parking

*Making a statement*

The client had a very clear objective:
“ *The minute you drop your car at the terminal, the experience begins. Relax. Read a book, go over your notes - we’ll make sure your experience at* ***SkyBus*** *is a pleasant one.”*
*Instead of having a boring canopy- provide me elements that make an impact. Make the user aware that everywhere he/she looks there is something to look at.*

I thought about clean lines, accent features in blue finishes, which represent ***Sky-Bus colors*** as part of branding. The user will be experiencing spacious, well-lit areas. The project is planned to be appreciated as the user walks from area to area.

Make a statement-

The Waiting Lounge. I wanted to create something unique, so the challenge was to create something that would not only make a statement but also transmit a soothing effect that would sit above the seating area. The effect is even more dramatic, since we placed the curve strip at 1/3 placement creating an impression of movement. Ocean waves.

*The end result*

This project presented a handful of challenges. The main one was probably the existing concrete columns that supported the roof structure. The layout was planned around the existing structure grid. The tile -in a 3’x3’ format was placed entirely with no cuts. The adjustment was made on the wood area. The client was extremely happy with this solution.

Think about the future

Tip of the day- whomever your equipment supplier will be, always make sure who will be performing the installation of any special equipment. General Contractors DO NOT have the skills to make the proper installation, if anything goes wrong- equipment warranties get void and it becomes a tug-of-war between Supplier-Client-General Contractor. Just make sure everything is clarified before you start construction. The X-ray, med gas and quarantine room with glass door

The Reception Desk- Bold and striking- The logo wall has this organic feature detail- making it both inviting and controversial. I decided to use raw, untreated plywood- ironically the Office Manager was against it-stating that why would I use cheap, untreated wood- while the rest of the practice was impeccable, clean and beautiful? I told her it was my point to make something beautiful out of something ordinary- you mean to tell me that you can’t find beauty in a Rescue dog? After this was explained- it all made sense.