Kristina Wright

Experience

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  Davis Architects, Inc

  Sept 2005 - May 2006

  Intern Designer

  Developed finish schemes for a wide variety of spaces including Samford University's Brock Recital Hall, recipient of the prestigious ICAA Shutze Award for excellence in classical design, and Hewitt-Trussville High School at 360,000 SF. Organized finish information into schedules for spaces such as the University of Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium North End Zone Expansion at $47M.

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  Tvsdesign

  Jun 2006 - Dec 2008

  Interior Designer

  Specialized in corporate interior design as well as higher education spaces, including Spanx corporate headquarters, noted by Interior Design Magazine as one of the top 10 of 2010 and recipient of the 2010 ASID Georgia Chapter Design Award. Contributed as a team member toward LEED certification on several key projects, including tvsdesign’s Atlanta office renovation and The Suites at Spelman College, both LEED CI Silver. Established experience in all phases of design, completing projects ranging from 25,000 to 160,000 SF. Show less

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  Workplace Studio

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

  Senior Design Project Manager

  Managed furniture design, quote and order implementation as the main point of contact for all Novant Health end users in 3 states, including 8 major hospitals. Ensured order accuracy and timely installations for an average of 80 projects at a time, coordinating furniture installations totaling over $6M in just under 3 years. Worked closely with sales and operations teams as well as manufacturers to ensure the best possible overall client experience.

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  CBI

  Jan 2012 - Apr 2014

  Sales Consultant / Account Manager

  Initiated and maintained client relationships through a consultative approach to sales. Served as the primary contact for clients throughout the project process to ensure all phases were implemented within cost and timeline constraints. Successfully managed the preparation of bid packages for clients; including a package totaling over $1M for the University of Tennessee Music Center.

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  BarberMcMurry Architects

  May 2014 - Aug 2018

  Interior Design Director

  Lead design team through the project process, guiding, advising and mentoring along the way. Responsible for growing interior department’s relationships, seeking to understand clients’ goals and add value to the team through responsive service and attention to detail. Managed as many as 20 projects at a time, developing design concepts, proposals, budgets, schedules and other critical components for healthcare, higher education and corporate office clients.

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  Kristina Wright Interior Design, LLC

  Aug 2018 - now

  Registered Interior Designer

  Develop interior design solutions collaboratively with clients, ensuring quality not only in finish and furniture selections but in organization of space and details of construction. Coordinate all aspects of projects from start to finish, working together with contractors, vendors, consultants and installers to provide a straightforward project process and a holistic design solution that meets client goals and budget. Utilize range of experience across corporate office, higher education, healthcare, retail, restaurant, and residential markets to deliver thoughtful and impactful designs for the built environment. Show less