Hannah McKernan

Experience

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  Victoria's Secret

  Oct 2014 - May 2015

  Sales Associate
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  Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park

  Apr 2016 - May 2017

  Bartender
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  Christian Siriano

  May 2017 - Sept 2017

  Intern
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  Arhaus

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2018

  Promoted from product development intern & interior designer and the corporate office and flagship store to a full-time designer within an 6-month period.Supported the purchasing and sourcing of both furnishings and home goods for the trade at a wholesale level.Led design for the flagship location, designing furnishings and decor as an in-home consultant.

  • Design Consultant

    Jan 2018 - Sept 2018

  • Intern

    Sept 2017 - Mar 2018
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  Wayne Homes

  Sept 2018 - Sept 2019

  Designer

  Completed redesign of architectural prints based on clients' preferences, to complete homeowner property from empty lot for homes valued at $400k - $1.5M.Managed design process in order to give clients a record "time to dig" day, achieving top dig time multiple months in a row compared to 28 other designers.Specialized in designing lived-in gourmet kitchens based on clients needs, resulting in long-term relationship with cabinet distributors.Reviewed prints with estimating department to ensure accuracy of building material costs, demonstrating an ability to manage blueprints effectively.Represented clients' design for historical districts, taking a hands-on approach to meet design criteria for the historical association.Reviewed estimates and prints at final stages before submission to city, resulting in quick approval rates from the building department for each city.Worked hand-in-hand with field managers to make on site changes during the construction process, based on client needs.Proven knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures specifically for new construction. Show less

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  M & R Reno and Rehab, LLC

  Sept 2019 - Jan 2023

  Co-Founder

  Experienced construction management and design of interior and exterior, including space planning and design concept development, on properties in need of full rehabilitation.Managed all design projects from initial phases until final staging before market, often working on 4+ projects at any given time.Strong design and planning sensibilities with excellent presentation skills to investors, resulting in investment funding of $400,000+.Ability to scope out properties on a local level and present them to a team of investors, creating high profit margins for all parties, resulting in ROI of up to $78,000.Ran complete build out of commercial hair salon from permitting to final design by working closely with architectural engineer in order to obtain proper permitting & license.Deep understanding of construction standards and processes (Example: drafted preliminary prints for engineering and submitted to the city of Hudson for a commercial hair salon, resulting in a timely approval).Took a hands on role with the company, showcasing an ability to learn all areas of construction labor and execute on an as-needed basis.Demonstrated a full understanding of the permitting process, architectural and zoning for county review and submission processes.Reviewed scope of work to determine cost to construct with general contractors to give a realistic budgetary range and obtain real bids before purchase (Example: On last project gave a range of $40-50k and came in at $42k).Achieved positive profit margins on six full rehabilitation properties with record on market time (offers on all properties within 24 hours.). Show less

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  Solstizio Studios & Design, LLC

  Sept 2020 - now

  Founder

  Managed a team of 4+ Residential Interior Designers to work on multiple projects country-wide (from Texas to Ohio).Experienced in space planning and design concept development, including creation and management of full interior.Proven excellence in communications skills and conflict resolution that are necessary to manage project information and foster team collaboration and motivation.Developed and coordinated detailed design concepts as well as functional requirements and project-design criteria.Led and collaborated with our team of designers and specialists across multiple areas (Exterior, Color & Trim, Modeling).Directed all design projects from start to finish wish designers working through various roles for each client.Demonstrated outstanding time management with the ability to run full Interior Design firm, and hold full time contract (40+ hours/week).Applied clients’ design philosophies to new product ideas and demonstrated exceptional visual and oral communication skills resulting in delighted customers (Example: "Seamless and effortless experience, resulting in an ultra-modern and gorgeous home") and other 5-star reviews. Show less

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  Resort Style Vacation Homes

  Nov 2021 - Oct 2023

  Senior Interior Designer & Construction Manager

  Crafted Luxury Interiors for Resort Style Vacation Estates & STRs, managing strategic planning for all developments over 7500+ interior Sq Ft.Designed vacation home from Poway California (5-star property with 30+ reviews) featured on 'The Bucket List Family' YouTube and Blog, 'Bucket List Golf Trips' Instagram & soon to be published on a major TV series airing on Netflix this Fall 2023.Managed projects of 7+ estates with heavy renovations and Interior Design scope throughout property reporting directly to the partners & CEO, multiple projects at one time.Completed full design and scope of all FF&E items on interior and exterior of properties.Led construction management and design of interior and exterior of resort style amenities including but not limited to: Fitness Centers, Sport Amenities, Spa's, Outdoor Yoga Studios, Resort Style Pools and Indoor Game Rooms.Demonstrated a high level of understanding of the architectural design process and integration of interior design concepts, with ability to develop design element components.Proven capacity to design and manage construction of multiple properties remotely after each initial visit to site.Demonstrated an ability to deliver successful designs under tight time constraints (Example: Completed project within 2 months from start of construction to full staging and photos for a vacation home that sleeps 24 people with a detached guest suite with full kitchen).Thorough knowledge of the design process, including FF&E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials.Designed luxury pools & spa's from the ground up, demonstrating a complete understanding of pool systems and architectural requirements. Show less

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  DH Companies

  Oct 2023 - Feb 2024

  Senior Designer
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  The Madeleine Group

  Jun 2024 - now

  Head of Design

  Head of Interior Design for Luxury Vacation Rental Properties.Craft Luxury Interiors for Resort Style Vacation Estates & STRs, managing strategic planning for all developments.Exterior Landscape and backyard designs with high level amenities.Proven excellence in communications skills and conflict resolution that are necessary to manage project information and foster team collaboration and motivation.Develop and coordinate detailed design concepts as well as functional requirements and project-design criteria.Led and collaborated with our team of designers and specialists across multiple areas (Exterior, Color & Trim, Modeling).Direct all design projects from start to finish with a team of designers working through various roles for each project. Show less