- Independently created original designs for residential interiors - Determined design objectives for client’s individual space, considering the architecture, the environment and the client’s lifestyle- Used floor plans, sketches and visual presentations to illustrate design intent for client’s personal space- Ensured fiscal goals are achieved through design projects and gallery design consulting- Lead multiple design projects of various sizes- Successfully oversaw all phases of the client experience from initial contact through delivery

- Provided exceptional design services for a wide range of hospitality projects with a focus on hotels, including Holiday Inn Express, Best Western, La Quinta, Hampton, and Boutique Properties- Worked on full custom jobs and prototypical designs needing brand approvals, submittals and custom designs for renovations and new construction properties- Guided clients through setting a design vision, establishing a scope of work, setting ambitious project timelines, and creating budgets; value engineered designs to meet the client price points- Collaborated in teams, with peers and junior designers, to implement project design scopes via project programming, space planning, conceptual design, and construction documentation.- Corresponded daily with architects, clients, vendors and suppliers, fabricators and sub-contractors, millworks, and other parties involved with construction documents- Worked on construction documents including elevations, floor plans, detail drawings and produced material specification manuals- Sourced architectural materials/finishes and FF&E (Furniture Fixtures and Equipment) and calculated quantities required for purchasing- Created over 90+ designs on AutoCAD, including floor plans, elevations, section details, and furniture design- Assembled presentation packages and preliminary project proposals, supporting sales staff in securing new clients- Participated in many site visits, working closely with sales staff to sell design services to potential clients and review site measurements for construction documentations- Forged strong relationships with product representatives and worked collaboratively to attain samples, new materials, quotes, and lead times necessary for project success- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing development, attending annual trade shows and maintaining up to date on design trends

- Supported the daily operations of a residential multi-line, luxury showroom located in Chicago Merchandise Mart- Consulted with the sales and design team to review incoming projects and selected product samples that best met clients’ design intent and needs- Managed inventory and replenished stock for samples to be seamlessly and efficiently distributed to clients; maintained and organized a resource library

- Planning events, coordinating group meetings, managing expenses