Accomplished and versatile Interior Designer eager to contribute outstanding creative, interpersonal and communication skills toward launching a career in Architectural Design Sales with Allsteel.

 

 

         Excellent knowledge of Allsteel s internal processes and resources.

         Active member of IIDA (International Interior Design Association).

         Persuasive and personable C able to prepare and deliver informative and compelling presentations.

         Strong business acumen, solid judgment, exemplary time management skills, superior organizational strengths, and well-developed problem solving abilities.

         Significant talents in creating construction drawings, master specifications and presentation boards.

         Highly skilled in product application consulting, effectively identifying and converting client needs, goals and requirements into unique and effective product solutions.

         Proven success in enhancing workplace meeting spaces, conference rooms, training facilities and offices using cutting-edge technologies.

         Computer skills include AutoCAD, Microstation, CAP 20/20, Adobe PhotoShop, and Microsoft Office.  

 

 

Workplace Solutions (authorized Allsteel dealership), Xxxxxx Beach, XXXXXX, 2010 to Present

Interior Designer

         Planned and designed interiors and office furniture solutions for corporate and government clients, demonstrating excellent proficiency in developing budgets, researching materials for bid packages, assembling bid specifications, determining pricing, and supporting marketing efforts.

• Analyzed and inventoried existing furniture at The Daily Press in Newport News to formulate innoxxxxxxtive re-use strategies according to client needs.
• For Building 681 at Langley Air Force Base, sourced and contacted vendors and representatives to accurately define budgets, choose materials, and ensure alignment with specifications.

 

International Interior Design Association, IIDA WXXXXXX/XXXXXX Chapter, 2007 to 2009

Secretary

Documented meeting agendas and minutes at board meetings and teleconferences with chapter board members.

Prepared comprehensive reports for executive staff to distribute to all board members.

Played an integral role in coordinating professional networking and educational events for chapter members.

 

MMM Design Group, Norfolk, XXXXXX, 2006 to 2009

Interior Designer

• Designed professional development center (J. Sergeant Reynolds Workforce Training Center) to modernize living and learning for students, faculty and staff via contemporary style and technology.

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

• Spearheaded Presidents Park Housing renoxxxxxxtion spanning 12 residence halls at George Mason University inclusive of furniture layouts, finish selections, finish schedules and construction documents and master specifications.
• Championed renoxxxxxxtion of School of Architecture and Design including Art and Architecture Library at Xxxxxx Tech in Blacksburg by preparing construction and furniture drawings and specifications of materials, and obtaining material donations from local vendors.
• Created in-depth furniture plans and selected furniture and finishes for CEO s office, Executive Secretary s office, lounge, and executive and board meeting rooms at APM Terminals in Portsmouth, XXXXXX.

 

Creative Office Environments (authorized Steelcase dealership), Chesapeake, XXXXXX, 2006 to 2007

Interior Designer

         Collaboratively worked with dealers, end-users and sales force to meet requirements of commercial, corporate and GSA clients for FF&E packages and bid documents. 

         Customized solutions for ergonomics in the workplace, strategically employing broad range of seating, sophisticated systems furniture, and state-of-the-art technology. 

• Designed professional facility for relocation of staff and faculty at Eastern Xxxxxx Medical School.
• Voluntarily contributed interior design expertise toward completing Habitat for Humanity home.

• Instrumental in renoxxxxxxtion of The Xxxxxx Pilot s Design, Media, and Production departments encompassing space planning and furniture layouts for media staff, prixxxxxxte offices, archives, storage, break rooms, photography studios and teaming areas.

 

Hugh W. Dear & Associates, Williamsburg, XXXXXX, 2001 to 2002

Interior Designer  

         Conceptualized, planned and implemented unique aesthetic solutions to meet diverse client needs.

• Selected fabrics, lighting, furnishings, and designed room schemes and custom carpets for 1,300 acre resort in West Xxxxxx featuring conference rooms and a wellness center.

• Selected four optional lighting packages for buyers of exclusive Vista DelMar Condominiums in Myrtle Beach, priced from $500K to $1.5M per unit.
• Exxxxxxluated and designed room schemes for renoxxxxxxtion of several Navy lodges in Italy, Xxxxxx and Maryland.

• Designed and implemented $1M renoxxxxxxtion for 68 traditional cottage-style guest rooms, the Bay Grape Lounge, the Goombay Lounge and the lobby for Harmony Club, Bermuda.

 

 

Associate II IIDA, NCIDQ and LEED Candidate 2010/2011

 

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Degree in Interior Design (FIDER-accredited)

Xxxxxx Commonwealth University, Richmond, XXXXXX, 2000

 

Certificate in Architecture & Design

Denmark's International Study Program, Copenhagen, 1999