Oversee all residential renovation projects from schematics, concept, client meetings and walkthroughs through to possession.Lead design department through implementation of process improvement, upholding design standards and managing Buildertrend selections.Produce detailed construction and interior design drawing packages using AutoCad and SketchUp.Request and review quotes for all interior design selections to manage client budgets.Developing trust and confidence with clients through consistent communication and meetings.Manage client experience through organization of meetings, walkthroughs and milestone events.Lead social media, design consultations and actively assist sales and estimating department.

Developing strong concepts and designs for high end residential projects.Developing custom showroom designs and creating custom cabinetry/millwork packages for builders and cabinet suppliers.

Building and implementing business process improvement for the interior design department, in conjunction with construction and estimating departments. Developing design standards for all interior elements while working with vendors to increase efficiency and improve building specifications. Leading multiple designs for new builds starting from initial interior programming to construction completion. Working directly with clients to build rapport and establishing project expectations to ensure client satisfaction.Managing interior budgets, requesting custom estimates and reviewing quotes to meet project goals.Growing relationships and working closely with trades, vendors and consultants to achieve client vision and build timelines.

Curated and directed design concepts for timber frame vacation properties, renovations and builder showhomes.Created detailed construction sets and custom millwork drawings using AutoCad and SketchUp models.Worked with contractors and trades on job sites (ie. granite templating, tile patterns, millwork details, finishing details, electrical and lighting plans, etc.)Developed designs through strong sourcing and procurement of materials, finishes, fixtures, furniture and accessories.

Developed personalized and curated looks through materiality, finishes, lighting, plumbing and hardware selections for homeowners and spec homes.Assisted homeowners with space and furniture planning for home and floor plan selections.

Led design development and managed design timelines for hospitality projects.Proposed design intent drawings while refining and reviewing existing as-built drawings.Sourced interior and exterior FF&E for an array of properties – inner city infills, large estate homes, commercial buildings, hospitality projects.

Coordinated furniture requirements efficiently through contact with stakeholders/clients on request and review of quotes.Actively worked with the team to ensure customer satisfaction and timely quality service.Effectively assisted the Field Solutions team by updating the project status report, filing emails, doing cost analysis and product comparison documents in Excel and Word.Updated AutoCad drawings using site measures to provide stakeholders/clients with accurate plans and layouts.Completed AutoCad drawings for demolition, electrical, partition, floor and furniture plans for design intent.

Balanced multiple projects of different scales ranging from concept, retail and construction, with time to assist in additional jobs.Took initiative to communicate with carpenters, welders, painters, drafter and scenic coordinator for projects in place of project leaders for efficient and successful completion of jobs.Rapidly produced quality renderings for concept development and client approval with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and SketchUp.Problem solved on a daily basis for a variety of jobs for immediate installation and construction deadlines.Participated in group brainstorming sessions and client meetings to explore findings.