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Highwood, IL, US

Highwood, IL, US

• As the Founder of Setsudo Design & Build, I bring a unique approach to the table. I deliver tailored design solutions for various clients, from residential homeowners and independent inventors to large-scale retail and.
• Manage the entire design process, from initial concept development to final implementation, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
• Provide expert consultation and guidance to clients, helping them navigate complex design decisions and maximize their investment.
• Develop detailed architectural visualizations, construction documents, and product prototypes that translate client vision into reality.
• Integrate advanced spatial technologies to enhance the design process, improve communication, and streamline project workflows.
• Foster strong relationships with contractors, manufacturers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and delivery.By combining my extensive design expertise with a deep understanding of the latest.

Deerfield, IL, US

• Spearheaded Reality Capture Program, scanning over 1,000 stores quarterly, achieving $13M in cost avoidance and $2M in savings through improved survey accuracy and team collaboration.
• Championed Architectural Visualization, implementing real-time engines and AR/VR presentations, reducing project approval times by up to 6 weeks.
• Secured Cross-Divisional Funding, crafting and presenting business cases that secured $1.5M for innovative projects, fostering partnerships across divisions.
• Managed Budgets and Vendors, negotiating budgets up to $500K and cultivating strong vendor relationships for timely, cost-effective project delivery.
• Cultivated High-Performance Team, boosting productivity by 20% and promoting multiple team members through mentorship and leadership development.

Deerfield, IL, US

• Directed Fixture Manufacturing, establishing rigorous review and approval processes for manufacturing drawings, enhancing quality, reliability, and safety.
• Enhanced Fixture Design, employing 3D visualization and rapid prototyping to reduce rework by 30%.
• Streamlined Engineering Reviews, improving project flow and achieving significant cost savings.
• Developed Strategic Partnerships, collaborating with firms like Gensler, FRCH, and Stantec to align store and campus designs with corporate objectives.

Leesport, US

• Managed Design and Engineering for custom retail environments for brands like Primark, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, and Whole Foods.
• Advanced Prototyping Techniques, developing skills in bonded-glass, concealed hardware, and high-end finishes through close collaboration with master model-makers.
• Architect Collaboration, partnering with Gensler, Nelson, and Uli Wagner Architects to balance creative vision with practical execution.
• On-Site Liaison for Installations, coordinating directly with general contractors on Primark flagship stores and the 9/11 Memorial to ensure seamless integration.

Lewisville, TX, US

• Designed and Developed Innovative Displays for brands like Pepsico, Frito-Lay, Academy Sports, and Discount Tire, boosting brand visibility and customer engagement.
• Award-Winning Designs, earning the RICE™ Best-of-Industry award for Cape Cod Chips.
• Led Creative Problem-Solving Initiatives, collaborating with Gensler on the 9/11 Memorial gift shop and navigating stringent engineering and code requirements.
• Innovated Manufacturing Solutions, creating processes to unfold complex rigid wire designs into flat-pattern drawings, improving production accuracy.

Highwood, IL, US