Accomplished Senior Interior Designer with over 20 years of experience, notably at Narratif Design Inc., where I mentored Intermediate, Junior and Co-op Students. Varied industry experience from the corporate sector into the high end boutique design. Passion for the field that pushes me to expand, learn and inspire others.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Interior Designer
Narratif Design Inc
06.2020 - Current
Evaluate intermediate and junior Designers work, provide positive constructive guidance.
Lead onsite trade days to relay design intent and drive the project to completion and maintain strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Mentored junior designers to enhance their skills and improve team productivity through knowledge sharing and professional development.
Developed comprehensive design plans, elevations, and details for a range of high-end projects, resulting in increased client referrals.
Improved workflow efficiency by developing standardized processes for internal communication within the team during various stages of a project lifecycle.
Principal Designer
Robson Hallford Design Inc.
01.2015 - 06.2020
Mentored junior designers to elevate their skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Nurtured strong partnerships with external vendors and contractors, ensuring optimal results when outsourcing specific aspects of a project''s execution or production process.
Contributed to business growth by proactively seeking new opportunities for expanding client base and diversifying company offerings in the design field.
Conducted comprehensive market research to identify trends and inform design strategies, ensuring clients stay ahead of competitors.
Optimized workflow processes through the implementation of advanced design tools, resulting in reduced production time without sacrificing quality.
Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
Intermediate/Senior Interior Designer
Regina Sturrock Design
02.2010 - 01.2015
Conducted site visits and evaluations to ensure adherence to design standards and client expectations.
Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Interior Design - Interior Design
Humber College
Toronto, ON
06.2003
Skills
Natural Leader
Strong Presentation Skills
Creativity and Innovation
20 Years Industry Experience
Substantial Working Knowledge Microsoft Suite, AutoCAD
Independent & Collaborative Work Ethic
Project Management Skills
Excellent Communication
Additional Information
Public Speaking and Volunteer
Burlington Event Centre July 2022 - Book Launch, as a contributor I spoke about research techniques, advocation and medical team selection.
Hamilton Cathedral High School February 2019 - Public Speaking, spoke with students about the importance of trade Colleges, my education path and a question & answer period.
Timeline
Senior Interior Designer
Narratif Design Inc
06.2020 - Current
Principal Designer
Robson Hallford Design Inc.
01.2015 - 06.2020
Intermediate/Senior Interior Designer
Regina Sturrock Design
02.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Interior Design - Interior Design
Humber College
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