Haley Costimiris
Senior Interior DesignerMHTN ArchitectsHaley Costomiris is a passionate interior and architectural designer who blends creativity and functionality in every project. Haley holds a Masters in Architecture from the University of Utah, and now specializes in K12 school design. Her diverse background in high-end residential, commercial and hospitality spaces, combine to inform immersive environments that transcend conventional boundaries. Embracing the intersection of art, functionality and education, Haley brings a unique vision to the world of school design.
Beyond Theming: Immersive Learning Environments Through Interior Design + Experiential Graphics
Immersive environments are often reduced to themed or visually driven spaces. This session challenges that perception, reframing immersion as a holist
…Immersive environments are often reduced to themed or visually driven spaces. This session challenges that perception, reframing immersion as a holistic design strategy, one that emerges when space, graphics, materiality and learning are intentionall
…Immersive environments are often reduced to themed or visually driven spaces. This session challenges that perception, reframing immersion as a holistic design strategy, one that emerges when space, graphics, materiality and learning are intentionally aligned to foster exploration, curiosity, and deeper student engagement. Through a collaborative lens, an interior designer and an experiential designer will demonstrate how immersive environments a
…Immersive environments are often reduced to themed or visually driven spaces. This session challenges that perception, reframing immersion as a holistic design strategy, one that emerges when space, graphics, materiality and learning are intentionally aligned to foster exploration, curiosity, and deeper student engagement. Through a collaborative lens, an interior designer and an experiential designer will demonstrate how immersive environments are created through the alignment of space, materiality, color, and storytelling. Rather than applying graphics as decoration, this approach embeds them as teaching tools, reinforcing curriculum, encouraging curiosity, and creating meaningful connections between students and their environment.
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Rethinking High Schools: When Every Square Foot Must Perform
West Field High School redefines how educational space is planned, designed, and utilized. Guided by the principle that every dollar must make sense,
…West Field High School redefines how educational space is planned, designed, and utilized. Guided by the principle that every dollar must make sense, the design team rethought traditional spaces to create a high-performance environment. Flexible, mul
…West Field High School redefines how educational space is planned, designed, and utilized. Guided by the principle that every dollar must make sense, the design team rethought traditional spaces to create a high-performance environment. Flexible, multi-use spaces replaced conventional models, increasing utilization and reallocating area to student-centered environments. This session shares a visionary approach to designing efficient, adaptable sc
…West Field High School redefines how educational space is planned, designed, and utilized. Guided by the principle that every dollar must make sense, the design team rethought traditional spaces to create a high-performance environment. Flexible, multi-use spaces replaced conventional models, increasing utilization and reallocating area to student-centered environments. This session shares a visionary approach to designing efficient, adaptable schools that enhance learning, highlight programs, and create more engaging student experiences, with post-occupancy evaluation results demonstrating the impact.
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