Darra Bishop

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Lead Designer + Project Manager on K-12 Projects for the Los Angeles Unified School District. @ Bespoke Design
Darra Bishop's Location
Los Angeles, California, United States, United States
About Darra Bishop

Passionate for all things mod and modern, Darra Bishop, principal of bespoke design, focuses on creating progressive design solutions for the thoroughly romantic, unconventional and industrial loft spaces in Los Angeles. She invents spaces that tell stories, and her tailored environments come from an intimate knowledge and understanding of her client’s needs and desires.She received her Masters of Interior Architecture from UCLA/Cal Poly Pomona and a Masters of Integrated Marketing Communications from Northwestern's Medill School. Pairing her strategic mind for financial and aesthetic trends in the built environment with her deep understanding of branding, Darra excels at creating commercial spaces that do more than inspire, they add to the owner's bottom line.

Darra Bishop's Current Company Details
Bespoke Design

Bespoke Design

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Lead Designer + Project Manager on K-12 Projects for the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Darra Bishop Work Experience Details
  • Bespoke Design
    Principal
    Bespoke Design Apr 2005 - Present
    Gb
    An Interior Design firm specializing in the design, specification, and project management of both residential and commercial unconventional, modern spaces in the Los Angeles area.
  • Bespoke Design
    Designer, Project Manager
    Bespoke Design Mar 2005 - Present
    Gb
    Responsible for the design and project management of own 3,100 square foot loft in downtown Los Angeles.
  • American Society Of Interior Designers
    Allied Member
    American Society Of Interior Designers 2013 - Present
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Membership with the American Society of Interior Designers requires a level of education and experience in the interior design industry. Being a member of ASID means that I adherence to an ethical code of conduct and have a passion for promoting and advancing the industry of interior design.
  • Simpson & Simpson Management Consulting
    Interior Projects Planning Lead
    Simpson & Simpson Management Consulting Feb 2019 - Aug 2023
    Alhambra, California, Us
    Design, specification and management of new and modernized buildings, general and specialty classrooms and administrative areas.
  • Make Model Method
    Principal
    Make Model Method Apr 2014 - Dec 2017
    Boutique Commercial Design firm specializing in apartment renovation and remodels, restaurant build-outs and identity / branding of spaces.
  • American Society Of Interior Designers Los Angeles Chapter
    President
    American Society Of Interior Designers Los Angeles Chapter Oct 2016 - Sep 2017
  • American Society Of Interior Designers Los Angeles Chapter
    President Elect
    American Society Of Interior Designers Los Angeles Chapter Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
  • Asid Los Angeles
    Director Of Professional Development
    Asid Los Angeles Oct 2014 - Oct 2015
    Evaluated and perused the interior design and built environment landscape to provide meaningful and desirable presentations for membership, both for required continuing education membership credit (CEU) as well as personal development.
  • American Society Of Interior Designers Los Angeles Chapter
    Director At Large
    American Society Of Interior Designers Los Angeles Chapter Oct 2013 - Oct 2014
  • Dwell Labs
    Designer
    Dwell Labs Apr 2013 - Jul 2013
    To create a modern, functional living space in the heart of Hollywood. The goal was to provide an exemplary example of what urban living can be for young professionals in an area of Los Angeles that is striving to achieve a renaissance.
  • Charlie M.
    Designer/Cad Drafter
    Charlie M. Jan 2012 - Sep 2012
    Documented construction documents for bidding.
  • Kari Whitman Interiors
    Assistant Designer/Project Manager
    Kari Whitman Interiors Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
    Project Management, computer-aided design, invoicing and related office duties.
  • Kinkead Contemporary
    Gallery Assistant
    Kinkead Contemporary Apr 2010 - May 2011
    Conducted various gallery tasks including event planning and execution, preparing the gallery space for new shows and basic office duties.
  • Martyn Lawrence-Bullard Design
    Intern
    Martyn Lawrence-Bullard Design Aug 2008 - Dec 2008
    Responsibilities included product, design and pricing research, assisting in the firm’s Greystone Estate design project, ordering and procurement of design materials, project management and a myriad of office duties.
  • Charlie M, A Design Company
    Assistant Project Manager
    Charlie M, A Design Company Aug 2008 - Dec 2008
    Responsible for on-site project management, design and construction problem solving for residential projects.
  • Art Deco Society Of Los Angeles
    Member, Volunteer
    Art Deco Society Of Los Angeles 2007 - 2007
    Member, Volunteer, 2007Involved and participated in various Art Deco Society Events in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
  • Ogilvyone Worldwide
    Marketing Consultant
    Ogilvyone Worldwide Oct 2000 - Dec 2000
    Gathered competitive marketing and company information for a large consulting /. financial company as an extension of my professional residency with OgilvyOne in 2000.
  • Ppg Industries
    Inside Sales Manager
    Ppg Industries Jan 1994 - Jan 1998
    Pittsburgh, Pa, Us
    Provided sales support for a 5 million-dollar sales territory.

Darra Bishop Education Details

  • California State Polytechnic University
    California State Polytechnic University
    Interior Architecture
  • Ucla
    Ucla
    Arch/Id
  • Northwestern University
    Northwestern University
    Integrated Marketing Communications
  • Carnegie Mellon University
    Carnegie Mellon University
    Marketing

Frequently Asked Questions about Darra Bishop

What company does Darra Bishop work for?

Darra Bishop works for Bespoke Design

What is Darra Bishop's role at the current company?

Darra Bishop's current role is Lead Designer + Project Manager on K-12 Projects for the Los Angeles Unified School District..

What schools did Darra Bishop attend?

Darra Bishop attended California State Polytechnic University, Ucla, Northwestern University, Carnegie Mellon University.

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