Demi Harmon

From: Cokeville, Wyoming

Desired Career Focus: Architeture and Interior design

Certifications: Caine College of the Arts Valedictorian Class of 2025, Caine College of the Arts Deans List, A-pin Award, LEED Green Associate, Advancement Council Scholar, Inaugural Scholar, Victor and Dorothy Lover Interior Design Scholarship

Associations: IIDA USU Chapter President, ASID Student, USU IADSA

Contact Info

Email: dharmon2021@gmail.com
Phone: (801) 726-5310

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Demi Harmon is an interior architecture and design student from Cokeville, Wyoming, where her love for design and craftsmanship began at a young age. Her love for design and art began at a young age as she has always been naturally inclined to create. She is graduating this spring from Utah State University with a 4.0 GPA, earning her place as Valedictorian of the Caine College of the Arts with a Bachelor's degree in Interior Architecture and Design and a minor in Art. During her time at USU, Demi was an Undergraduate Teaching Fellow for sophomore students, helping teach technical abilities and applying them to personal design styles. She also gained hands-on experience as a residential design intern, working on high-end projects that strengthened her technical and creative skills. Demi is a recipient of multiple design scholarships from the Caine College of the Arts, reflecting her commitment to excellence in her field. With a strong foundation in architectural design, Demi is focused on creating timeless, meaningful spaces that enhance the way people live and interact with their surroundings.

"Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works."

Steve Jobs

Student Projects

Edith Mae - Historical Home Remodel

This remodel project breathes new life into a beloved family home, originally built in the early 1900s by one of Cokeville, Wyoming’s first settlers, John Bourne. With deep generational roots and a rich legacy, the design honors the past while adapting the space for modern living. Drawing from original photographs, heirloom furnishings, and firsthand family memories, the home has been thoughtfully restored to reflect its historical significance without compromising functionality or comfort. Careful attention was given to preserving key architectural elements such as original door hardware, millwork, and cabinetry—while updating the kitchen, bathrooms, and floorplan to suit today’s lifestyle. Vintage-inspired materials and finishes, such as toile wallpaper, antique brass fixtures, and period lighting, blend seamlessly with new stone countertops, integrated appliances, and thoughtfully reimagined layouts. Throughout the home, cherished family portraits, artwork, and furnishings reinforce a sense of continuity and storytelling. The master suite, kitchen, and living areas offer both warmth and elegance, using traditional craftsmanship and curated textures to create a space that feels timeless, rooted, and distinctly personal.

Side-by-side floorplans showing the evolution of a historic home's layout. At the top left is a hand-drawn plan labeled "Floorplan Drawn from Memory by Glenn Birch," reflecting the original 1920s arrangement with labeled rooms such as kitchen, bedroom, and living room. Below is a professionally redesigned floorplan by Demi Harmon, maintaining the original room placement while incorporating modern updates like an open kitchen, central island, and enhanced bathroom layout. The accompanying text highlights the thoughtful balance of preservation and innovation, emphasizing the home's heirloom furnishings and enduring character.

Bathroom finish package board showcasing selections for both secondary and master bathrooms. The secondary bath features a jade mirror, vintage sconces, a scalloped vessel sink, Kohler Purist fixtures in brass, and finishes like dark wood vanity, leathered quartzite counters, checkered tile flooring, and chevron shower wall tile. Paint colors include Frosted Berry and Vanilla Milkshake trim. The master bath incorporates a vintage mirror frame, exposed shower fixture, clawfoot tub, drop-in brass sink, and Explosion Blue quartzite counters. Duxton Blue walls pair with warm wood cabinetry, checkered tile flooring, and vertically stacked neutral wall tiles, blending historical charm with updated elegance.

Historical reference board titled "Designing with Historical Precedent," featuring black-and-white family photos and a written narrative tracing the origins of a family home in Cokeville, Wyoming. The text tells the story of John Bourne, an early settler and timber trader, and his descendants Edith Mae Bourne (Grammie) and Clarence Allen Birch (Pops), who lived in the original home built in the early 1900s. Personal anecdotes and historical context emphasize the legacy, original features, and evolving design of the home, grounding the renovation in heritage and deep family connection.

Side-by-side comparison of a kitchen restoration project showing the original 1920s cabinetry above and a proposed redesign below. The original features glass-front upper cabinets and a compact layout. The new design by Demi Harmon preserves the historical spirit with similar cabinet proportions and glass doors, while introducing updated materials, refined panel detailing, and modern appliances. Set against a soft green floral wallpaper and stone counters, the design blends nostalgic charm with contemporary function, creating a timeless yet livable kitchen space.

Finish package board showcasing material and color selections for a historically inspired home renovation. Overall finishes include warm dark hardwood floors, Stanton limestone wool carpet, natural cream walls with Cushing green trim, and restored or vintage-style hardware in antique brass. A moulding sample and vintage-inspired door hardware reinforce the historical charm. Kitchen and dining finishes feature toile wallpaper, Fantasy Brown quartzite countertops, natural stain cabinetry, striped chair upholstery, and ribbed glass pendant lights. Client’s original dining set is incorporated, blending heirloom elements with updated, timeless materials.

Architectural elevation study titled "Researching the Past to Inform Future Design," showing four proposed elevations (north, west, south, and east) of a historic home restoration project. Rendered elevations are paired with existing condition photographs and vintage family photos taken at the home, highlighting the effort to preserve architectural heritage while revitalizing the structure with modern updates. The proposed design maintains the original roofline, porch, and overall massing, with improved materials and restored detailing.

Master suite design board featuring a warm, natural palette and vintage-inspired touches. Centered is a wood-framed king bed with light beige bedding and decorative pillows in rich tones. Matching nightstands with green ceramic lamps flank the bed, which sits on a soft patterned area rug. A dresser with rounded corners and brass accents anchors the opposite wall, topped with classic accessories. A cozy seating area includes a green velvet chair, leather pillow, antique-style floor lamp, and framed artwork. The scheme is completed with a ceiling fan set against a subtle floral wallpaper, creating a calm and timeless retreat.

Upper-level floorplan of a historic home renovation, showing modernized spaces including additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and open living areas beneath a pitched roof. Below the plan, hand-drawn portraits of Glenn and Mary Lue Birch—descendants of the original homeowner—are featured. The accompanying text emphasizes the integration of family artwork into the home’s design, celebrating heritage while incorporating thoughtful updates for contemporary living.

Living room design board featuring a cozy, vintage-inspired aesthetic. The layout includes a green tufted sofa with patterned throw pillows, flanked by two side tables and Tiffany-style lamps. A richly patterned area rug grounds the space, paired with a wood coffee table and two green striped armchairs with leather accent pillows. Overhead lighting includes a warm, sculptural chandelier. A vintage console table beneath framed portraits of the client’s parents adds a personal, historical touch. The board also includes a floorplan layout showing thoughtful furniture placement and flow within the room.

Frozen Fill Up - Retro Gas Station Into Neon Ice Cream Dream

FROZEN FILL UP is an ice cream shop designed inside a restored Sinclair gas station, seamlessly blending its historic roots with a playful, modern twist. The name, Frozen Fill Up, pays homage to the building’s original purpose—“Frozen” representing the ice cream and “Fill Up” nodding to the gas station’s past. This connection extends through the branding, featuring a cute pink dinosaur mascot, reminiscent of the iconic Sinclair dinosaur, and a menu filled with dinosaur-themed ice cream flavors. The shop’s design brings this theme to life with bright neon colors, terrazzo floors that resemble sprinkles, arched doorways, and gold accents, creating a space that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Every detail—from the ice cream-shaped counter to the curated lighting and signage—is crafted to make Frozen Fill Up an immersive, joyful experience that honors its past while delighting guests in the present.

The interior of 'Frozen Fill Up' features a retro-modern ice cream counter with a glass display case and wood paneling. The terrazzo floor adds pops of color, complementing pastel pink and blue tones. A neon dinosaur sign decorates the wall, while arched blue doors lead to a cozy seating area with bar stools and tables.

Menu for 'Frozen Fill Up' ice cream shop featuring dinosaur-themed ice cream flavors like “Fossil Fuel,” “Dino Tracks,” and “Extinction Explosion.” Sections include dairy and non-dairy options, toppings like sprinkles and fudge sauce, and scoop sizes ranging from single to six-scoop “Mesozoic Mountain.” Cone options and pricing are also listed, all presented with playful dinosaur graphics and a blue checkerboard border.

A retro-inspired ice cream shop, 'Frozen Fill Up,' repurposed from a Sinclair gas station. The light brick building features vintage-style blue and white gas pumps, large glass windows, and a curved glass entrance. A pastel pink and white outdoor seating area sits to the side, with trees and a clear sky in the background.

Floor plan of 'Frozen Fill Up' ice cream shop showing a clear layout of seating, point of sale, ADA restroom, cold room, and back-of-house storage. The plan includes labeled features like functional garage doors for indoor/outdoor seating, a curved counter with 15 ice cream flavor slots, a built-in customer bench, ice cream cone-shaped bar tables, and terrazzo flooring. Color swatches, furniture types, and pendant lighting are also noted around the diagram for reference.

Pura Tierra - Costa Rica Private Villa Retreat

A serene retreat where guests have the opportunity to reconnect with nature in Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula. Organic textures and infinity pools blend seamlessly with the lush landscape and ocean views for the ultimate wellness retreat. Pura Tierra resort is a seamless blend of luxury and nature. Designed with a palette drawn from sand, local stone, and lush greenery, each villa offers an immersive experience that dissolves the boundaries between architecture and the natural world. Infinity pools mirror the ocean’s hues, while organic textures create a soothing retreat that honors its surroundings. More than just a getaway, this resort is an invitation to reconnect with nature, with tranquility, and with the essence of pura vida.

Modern villa bathroom featuring a floating green stone vanity with double sinks and tall arched mirrors above. The space includes warm-toned tile flooring, textured stone walls, and a glass-enclosed shower with matching green stone and gold fixtures. Pendant lights hang on either side of the mirrors, adding a soft, elegant glow.

Interior view of a luxury villa bedroom featuring a platform bed with sage green bedding, a soft arched headboard detail, and hanging pendant lights. The room combines natural textures with modern elements, including a wood-paneled accent wall, floor-to-ceiling glass doors, and a light wood floor. A low console backs the bed, facing a flat-screen TV, with views out to the private terrace.

Exterior view of a luxury villa featuring a light stone facade with arched openings and large glass doors. The design blends rustic textures with modern minimalism. In front of the villa is a curved swimming pool with shimmering water, two lounge chairs beneath a white umbrella, a round stone dining table with chairs, and a hanging woven chair, all set on a light tile patio surrounded by tropical greenery.

Interior view from a villa living room featuring a minimalist beige sofa, wood cabinetry, and a large window framing a stunning coastal view. Through the arched glass opening, a curved pool, modern outdoor dining set, and ocean with lush green islands are visible. A soft seascape painting hangs on the wall, complementing the serene and natural palette of the space.

Top-down floor plan of a dual luxury villa unit featuring two mirrored one-bedroom suites. Each unit includes a spacious bedroom, large bathroom with tub and shower, kitchenette, living area, and private outdoor terrace. The curved patio connects to a semi-circular private pool with in-water seating. Loungers, dining sets, and tropical landscaping enhance the outdoor experience, creating a serene, resort-style setting.

Site plan of a tropical resort showing five villa structures arranged along curving pathways surrounded by dense greenery. Each villa includes two connected suites with semi-circular pools facing outward. The paths converge at a central open area, likely designated for a main building or communal space, located near the beach and main entrance road.

Elemental - Sub Zero Wolf Kitchen Competition

This kitchen design blends timeless sophistication with modern functionality, tailored for a discerning client who values craftsmanship and natural beauty. Rich cabinetry with custom brass hardware sets a warm, moody tone, while dramatic, veined marble is used consistently across countertops, backsplash, and a sculptural waterfall island—elevating the entire space. Premium appliances, including Wolf and Sub-Zero, are seamlessly integrated, and a sculptural pendant light adds an artistic focal point above the island. Thoughtful details such as a concealed walk-in pantry framed by a textured stone arch, a bronze pot filler, and custom storage solutions reflect a commitment to refined materials and elite craftsmanship. The result is a highly functional, luxurious kitchen that is both grounded and elevated—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.

Elevational drawing of a luxury kitchen design highlighting key features with annotations. The space includes dark wood cabinetry with custom hardware, a quartzite backsplash and countertops, and high-end Wolf appliances. Labels emphasize elite craftsmanship, refined materials, and premium features, including a built-in wine cooler and arched stone niche pantry.

Modern luxury kitchen with dark wood cabinetry and striking stone countertops and backsplash in soft beige and gray veining. A large central island with waterfall edges features five minimalist bar stools. Above, a sculptural pendant light adds a dramatic focal point. Integrated appliances and an arched pantry entrance enhance the clean, elegant design.

View into a luxury kitchen pantry through a tiled arched doorway. The space features dark wood cabinetry, quartzite countertops, and integrated appliances, including a wine fridge. A textured stone wall adds natural contrast to the clean lines and rich materials, maintaining the moody, refined aesthetic of the main kitchen.

Long view down a luxurious kitchen featuring dark wood cabinetry, warm brass hardware, and striking veined quartzite countertops. A large island with a deep stone sink and double faucet runs parallel to a cooking area with a professional range and pot filler. A sculptural glass pendant adds a modern artistic element, while built-in appliances and full-height cabinetry create a sleek, cohesive look.

Angled view of a high-end kitchen featuring a large marble island with waterfall edges and a built-in sink. The space is defined by dark wood cabinetry with sleek brass hardware, integrated appliances, and a sculptural pendant light above the island. A dramatic quartzite backsplash adds texture behind the range, creating a refined, modern aesthetic.

Detailed kitchen floorplan with descriptive text highlighting the integration of Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove appliances into a luxury kitchen design. The layout features a large island with seating and a central sink (9), a 48” sealed burner rangetop (1), and surrounding cabinetry with premium appliances, including a double oven (6), wine storage (4), column refrigerator (8), column freezer (7), and a built-in coffee system (5). A cleverly concealed pantry (3) doubles as a beverage station. The floorplan and numbered appliance key showcase both functionality and flow, emphasizing the space’s role as a culinary and social hub.

Tenku Aviation - Luxury Fixed Base Operation

Tucked into one of Japan’s busiest and most refined aviation hubs, this FBO was designed to offer more than just a place to land, it’s a place to breathe, to reset, and to experience beauty in motion. Inspired by the elegance of Japanese culture, the architecture takes cues from the crane, a symbol of grace and longevity, translating its form into the sweeping curves of the roof and the natural flow of the floorplan. Inside, the space feels calm and grounded. Materials like shou sugi ban, stone, and bamboo bring a sense of warmth and tradition, while glass walls, soft lighting, and sculptural details add a clean, modern edge. A quiet zen garden and curated artwork invite travelers to slow down, even if just for a moment. This FBO isn’t just about getting from one place to another, it’s about how you feel along the way. Thoughtful, serene, and beautifully crafted, it’s where hospitality and design come together in flight.

Exterior rear view of a sleek, modern Fixed Base Operater featuring a dramatic curved roofline and a natural wood-textured façade. A large expanse of glass windows offers sweeping views from the interior lounge to the tarmac, where private jets are stationed. The architectural form echoes aerodynamic movement, blending organic curves with clean lines. The building sits gracefully within the landscape, merging functionality with elevated design for a luxurious aviation experience.

A series of six black-and-white architectural elevation renderings of a contemporary Fixed Base Operator. Each view captures a different angle of the building’s sculptural form, highlighting its sweeping, aerodynamic roofline and interplay of solid and glazed surfaces. Vertical and horizontal elements contrast rhythmically across the façade, while the use of cantilevers and curvature emphasizes movement and flow. These schematic perspectives communicate the terminal’s dynamic silhouette and architectural expression from all sides.

Interior rendering of a luxurious private Fixed Base Operator lobby. The space features floor-to-ceiling curved glass windows offering expansive views of the runway and private jets. A sculptural, wave-like ceiling installation creates a dynamic sense of movement, echoing the architectural curves. Elegant seating areas are defined by natural stone flooring inlays, while a dramatic spiral staircase with vertical slats adds a modern focal point. Soft, cool-toned materials in shades of blue and stone reinforce a serene, high-end atmosphere designed for elite travelers.

Interior rendering of a tranquil, Zen-inspired lounge area within a modern Fixed Base Operator. The space features curved architecture, soft blue-gray plaster walls, and a calming mural of a windswept tree and misty mountains. A shallow reflecting pool with bamboo and stone accents introduces natural serenity, while organic seating surrounds a low central table atop a stone mosaic floor. Minimalist forms, soft furnishings, and carefully curated lighting create a peaceful, spa-like atmosphere for travelers seeking rest and quiet.

Exterior rendering of a modern FBO (fixed-base operator) building featuring a sweeping, curved roofline and a mix of natural and contemporary materials. The facade includes vertical wooden slats, concrete textures, and large glass panels. A striking mural with a red sun and mountain motif adds artistic character. A luxury sports car and private jets suggest an upscale, exclusive environment. The building’s form blends fluid architectural expression with functionality, set against a clear sky and landscaped surroundings.

Natural Bourne - Nouveau Inspired Lighting Line

Blending nature’s elegance with timeless craftsmanship, the Natural Bourne collection transforms lighting into art. Inspired by the iconic forms of Tiffany Lamps, it honors the historical significance of this transformative design era. Merging traditional techniques with modern sensibilities, each piece reimagines classic elements to create striking, organic fixtures that enhance any space.

A sculptural, glass chandelier flows like silk from the ceiling, suspended above a monolithic bronze dining table. The moody, modern kitchen is framed by soaring windows, rich textures, and minimalist forms that blend luxury with warmth.

A sculptural glass table lamp sits gracefully on a minimalist stone console, its form inspired by the gentle movement of fabric caught in the wind. With a brass base and a soft blue glass shade, the piece brings a whimsical yet refined presence to this serene entryway.

A delicate blush glass pendant floats above a sculptural vanity, its flowing form echoing the soft curves and subtle femininity of the space. With its airy silhouette and warm tone, the light brings a graceful charm to this modern, organic setting.

A sculptural glass sconce glows softly against a bronze-toned wall, its fluid, organic form adding a touch of artistry to this quiet corner. Paired with textured glass and warm materials, the piece brings an elegant sense of calm and balance to the space.