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Kari Hirayama-Sarantakis

Danville

Summary

Dedicated to understanding individual needs to create a space to optimize workplace performance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Workplace Design and Planning

ServiceNow
Pleasanton
07.2018 - 05.2025
  • Developed innovative design concepts for workplace environments to enhance functionality of the workplace.
  • Collaborated with end-users departments (Marketing,IT, facilities teams, etc) , and design vendors to implement strategic workplace initiatives.
  • Organized space planning tasks to align with project timelines and optimize resource usage.
  • Identified workspace needs and ergonomic requirements through focus groups and surveys.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure workplace projects met objectives and compliance standards.
  • Established design standards for ongoing and future construction projects as Design Lead.
  • Led sustainability design initiatives, promoting environmentally friendly practices in all projects.
  • Led and managed Last Mile design team to styled spaces to reflect ServiceNow's culture, ensuring projects resonated with brand identity.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Corporate Designer

One Workplace
Santa Clara
05.2014 - 06.2018
  • Collaborated with clients to gather insights on design preferences and needs.
  • Furniture space planning and specifications.
  • Coordinated with vendors to source quality materials and furnishings efficiently.
  • Led project meetings to ensure alignment on design goals and timelines.
  • Oversaw on-site installation processes to maintain design integrity throughout projects.
  • Managed multiple projects and consistently meeting tight deadlines.
  • Provided guidance and advice to junior design team members on design-related matters.

Design Intern

One Workplace
Santa Clara
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • Created visual presentations/mood boards and project documentation to support design team activities.
  • Prepared meeting materials and recorded notes for effective client communications.
  • Coordinated ancillary specifications and facilitated furniture relocation to new headquarters.
  • Maintained and organized material library to ensure easy access for team members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

The Art Institute of California
Sunnyvale, CA
05-2013

Skills

  • Proficient in Auto CAD, SketchUP,Adobe creative Suite
  • Strategic occupancy planning
  • Vendor leadership and budget management
  • FF&E procurement
  • Innovative design
  • Space planning
  • Sustainability practices (ESG, LEED)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Project coordination and client collaboration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Global Workplace Design and Planning

ServiceNow
07.2018 - 05.2025

Corporate Designer

One Workplace
05.2014 - 06.2018

Design Intern

One Workplace
06.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

The Art Institute of California

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