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Hampshire

• Led multiple design teams to ensure alignment with client visions, goals, and desires.• Managed projects from conception to completion, meeting high-level demands for creative development and style curation.• Awarded as primary consultant for major refurbishment at Brussels Airport, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Voyages and curated furniture collection for Harrods by YOO.

Porto Area, Portugal

As the Chief Executive Officer at Luxo Label, I spearheaded the growth of a B2B specialist upholstery manufacturer in Porto, offering exceptional traditional craftsmanship and competitive value for the interior design industry across Europe. My strategic leadership led to revenue growth, market expansion, and enhanced operational efficiency, driving the company's success in a competitive market.

Queens Park

In my role as an FFE Lecturer at The Interior Design School, I have spearheaded the introduction of industry-specific teaching on FFE, equipping students with essential skills for the workplace. Working closely with industry experts, I have curated a curriculum that bridges the gap between academia and real-world practice, ensuring our students are well-prepared for the challenges of the industry.

North London

​Our ambition is to create individual interiors which answer the clients brief and allows them to set themselves apart from the competition. We benefit our clients through extensive and comprehensive purchasing expertise through a vast supplier network including bespoke upholsterers and textile suppliers.Our historical procurement power enables competitive value engineering on any specification. The market is ever demanding and requires boundaries to be constantly challenged. ​Our… Show more ​Our ambition is to create individual interiors which answer the clients brief and allows them to set themselves apart from the competition. We benefit our clients through extensive and comprehensive purchasing expertise through a vast supplier network including bespoke upholsterers and textile suppliers.Our historical procurement power enables competitive value engineering on any specification. The market is ever demanding and requires boundaries to be constantly challenged. ​Our relentless appetite to provide our clients with market trend and new product information creates a distinguishable USP. Show less

Global

Developed and procured a cutting-edge sofa-bed for Virgin Voyages, collaborating with top designers and conducting research across Europe to source the final product from Germany. • Enhanced Virgin Voyages' cruise ship experience with a unique and technically brilliant piece of furniture.

Harrods

Yoo Home launched at Harrods in June 2014 with the largest singular branded space of 4000 square feet. As curator I have brought together all of the great and good from the world of exceptional furniture & lighting manufacturers alongside an exclusive collection of Yoo studio designed and manufactured pieces. We showcase great British designers with exclusives to Yoo Home from the likes of Bethan Gray,Windfall & Sean Dare… Show more Yoo Home launched at Harrods in June 2014 with the largest singular branded space of 4000 square feet. As curator I have brought together all of the great and good from the world of exceptional furniture & lighting manufacturers alongside an exclusive collection of Yoo studio designed and manufactured pieces. We showcase great British designers with exclusives to Yoo Home from the likes of Bethan Gray,Windfall & Sean Dare. www.yoo.com/yooniverse/kate-griffiths-talks-about-yoo-homehttp://wantmarketing.com/casestudy/yoo-home/ Show less

Interior specification for luxury show homes. Development of designs with British and European manufacturers for existing and bespoke designs.Procurement and delivery.

London, United Kingdom

In my role as FFE Design Management at Yoo, I creatively directed and managed the specification and completion of high-end interior projects across various locations. Working closely with creative directors, I ensured the successful execution of projects for esteemed designers like Philippe Starck and Kelly Hoppen. Additionally, I led the design and completion of Elle Macpherson's country home in the Cotswolds, showcasing my expertise in luxury interior design.

Brussels

In my role as a Project Consultant at tp bennett in Brussels, I spearheaded the specification of furniture for a new brand launch at the airport. • Evaluated top European brands for suitability, sustainability, and cost.• Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure the furniture selection aligned with the brand's image and values.• Successfully managed the project timeline and budget, delivering a high-quality and visually appealing furniture setup at the airport.

Consultant employed to offer specification advice on new furniture and interior finishes for 3 new Pret Stores in Uk and U.S

London, United Kingdom

As an FFE design procurement consultant at Virgin Atlantic Airways, I led the full furniture and lighting specification and procurement process for the airline's Upper class lounges in various global locations. This involved managing procurement sums ranging from 100k to 500k at any one time, collaborating with UK and international suppliers, and ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing to meet project requirements and deadlines. My role required a keen eye for detail, strong project… Show more As an FFE design procurement consultant at Virgin Atlantic Airways, I led the full furniture and lighting specification and procurement process for the airline's Upper class lounges in various global locations. This involved managing procurement sums ranging from 100k to 500k at any one time, collaborating with UK and international suppliers, and ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing to meet project requirements and deadlines. My role required a keen eye for detail, strong project management skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results. Show less

To generate sales and deliver projects whilst working with project Architects and Designers.