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Dallas, Texas, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States

Plano, Texas

Dallas, Texas

Sara Dickinson is the Market Leader for all interior design services for one of the nation's leading design consulting firms. In this role she works with about two dozen design professionals and business development leaders in Mead & Hunt's more than 30 offices. With 15+ years of experience as the principal of her own firm, Sara Dickinson is well versed in every aspect of project interiors. Sara’s experience encompasses luxury high-end residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail interiors. Her expertise is complimented with well-developed project management skills, timeline management and maximizing a project’s quality and aesthetic appeal within the clients’ budget. Sara’s deep background in mechanical systems and architectural planning makes her an asset in all project scopes. Innovative interiors are fostered through collaboration between the client and the design team. Our attentive approach is continually listening to identify your needs and objectives. Our process focuses on creating healthy environments to not only support the purpose of the building, but the people within the walls. With extensive knowledge and continual research of technology and sustainability, we provide you long term performance and spatial efficiency.Sara is proficient at generating quotes, outlining budgets, procedures and timelines. She has directed teams in purchasing while monitoring the purchase flow in support of cost containment strategies. Sara employs a highly organized process that facilitates assessment and organization of complex matters and provides guidance throughout the design process to completion.Areas of expertise:► Team building and partnership development► Team leadership and project management► Program management► Building project design, planning, and phasing► Contract administration

Rockwall, Texas

Project Management Experience► Directed numerous high-end residential project involving interior architectural detailing, space planning, and remodeling.► Spearheaded initial client contact, contracting, budget development, research, and teams of sub-contractors and tradesmen in executing design plans including construction and interior architectural detailing.► Prepared for client interviews with work samples, styles and color palette. Guided space planning, selecting furniture, and finish specifications. Rendered design ideas as drawings, plans, and written design solutions.► Developed budgets for purchases, fabrication, and installation of product for individual projects; solicited, obtained, and awarded bids for finish materials, lighting, furnishings, and architectural design elements.► Employed highly organized process that facilitated assessment and organization of complex matters, and provided guidance throughout process to completion.► Led team in executing successful, feasible, and cost conscious turnaround plans for troubled projects; analyzed every setback and leveraged lessons learned to prevent reoccurrences and address new challenges.Retail Experience► Achieved premier customer experience managing retail studio and guiding staff of 6 designers and 5 retail associates in providing outstanding attentive service.► Aligned brand strategy with environmental branding as outlined in innovative marketing strategies designed to build business and brand.► Merchandised studio for streamlined brand building; secured favorable terms affecting product availability, specifications, distribution, delivery and price through solid relationships established with market vendors.► Enhanced and reinforced brand presence with in-store promotions; provided effective allocation based on solid analysis of trends, sales data, and economic conditions.

Clinton, New Jersey

My responsibilities include handling client accounts, managing large construction projects, overseeing junior designers and managing day to day business operations. I focused on property renovations and maximizing under-utilized spaces. I have worked on projects both in historic preservation as well as new construction and directed numerous high-end projects involving interior architectural detailing, space planning and remodeling. I place great emphasis on delivering fresh, innovative designs with perfect balance between superior design and practical function in collaboration with clients and vendors. I streamline the selection process by guiding the clients with her in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for each project.My areas of expertise include:► Architecture► Specification writing► Project management ► Building code review ► Design quality control► Subconsultant coordination► Interior design► Architectural branding► Project management► Renovation ► Space planning► Regulatory compliance► Material and finish safety

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