Emily Cade
Senior Interior Designer
Mississauga,Ontario
Summary
Dynamic senior interior designer and revenue-generating sales leader with over 15 years of experience in delivering luxury residential projects valued from $100K to over $1M. A published designer featured in prestigious publications such as House & Home, Style at Home, and West of the City, specializing in kitchen and bath renovations as well as full-scale design-build residences, consistently achieving annual revenue generation between $1M and $3M+. Renowned for crafting kitchens and baths that seamlessly blend performance with thoughtful space planning and refined material curation, resulting in highly functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. Proven expertise in business development, team leadership, and strategic planning, leveraging innovative problem-solving skills to drive growth and navigate evolving market landscapes while building cohesive teams that deliver impactful results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Senior Interior Designer | Sales Director
Arcade Home
Oakville, ON
01.2021 - Current
- Merged Emily Cade Design into Arcade Home and generate $1M–$3M annually in luxury residential revenue. Lead and close kitchen, bath, and full-home projects valued between $100K–$600K+. Maintain full accountability for client lifecycle, financial performance, and team leadership (10�15 professionals).
- Developed strategic business plans to drive growth and market expansion.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders to enhance brand visibility.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives that improved overall profitability.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Established strategic vision and direction for Arcade Home to drive growth and innovation.
- Designed and implemented operational processes to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Founder | Senior Residential Designer
Emily Cade Design
Toronto, ON
09.2013 - 08.2021
- Directed project execution for a luxury residential design firm specializing in high-end kitchen and bath renovations. Oversaw budgets averaging $100k to $600k and full-home builds surpassing $1m. Led design strategy, contract negotiations, budgeting, and trade coordination to achieve project goals.
- Established brand identity and marketing strategies to enhance customer engagement.
- Developed and implemented design processes to streamline project workflows and improve efficiency.
- Established brand identity through innovative design and marketing strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement design projects from concept to completion.
Head of Interior Design
Mark Richards Real Estate
Toronto, ON
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Directed strategic interior design projects for high-end residential properties with construction budgets averaging $2 million and market values surpassing $5 million. Led a team of 8 in developing design specifications and finish selections to achieve profitability targets.
- Maintained high levels of self-motivation and accountability to ensure task completion and quality standards.
- Adapted strategies to evolving conditions, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Utilized strong communication abilities to convey information clearly and foster understanding among team members.
- Executed efficient time allocation techniques to meet all project deadlines.
- Exhibited strong work ethic and meticulous approach to project management.
- Oversaw design initiatives to enhance client satisfaction and engagement through creative space solutions.
- Crafted comprehensive interior design solutions to enhance project outcomes and meet client expectations.
Senior Sales Associate → Buyer & Showroom Design Lead
Studio B Home
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Exceeded $2M annual sales quota serving high-net-worth clientele. Directed showroom strategy for 100,000+ sq. ft. luxury retail environment, supporting premium sales performance.
- Led sales team to achieve monthly targets through strategic customer engagement and relationship building.
- Mentored junior associates, enhancing product knowledge and sales techniques across the team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
International Academy of Design And Technology
Toronto, ON05-2028
Skills
- High-Ticket Sales & Revenue Generation ($1M–$3M annually)
- Luxury Kitchen & Bath Design Leadership
- Full Home Design-Build Oversight ($500K–$1M)
- Published Interior Designer (House & Home, Style at Home, West of the City)
- Client Acquisition & Referral Growth
- Builder & Trade Collaboration
- Team Leadership (8–15 Professionals)
- Negotiation & Profitability Management
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
Languages
English
Timeline
Founder & Senior Interior Designer | Sales Director
Arcade Home
01.2021 - Current
Founder | Senior Residential Designer
Emily Cade Design
09.2013 - 08.2021
Head of Interior Design
Mark Richards Real Estate
01.2011 - 01.2013
Senior Sales Associate → Buyer & Showroom Design Lead
Studio B Home
01.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
International Academy of Design And Technology