Experience

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  Crate and barrel

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2007

  Store designer

  Promoted to Store DesignerResponsible for all aspects related to 15,000 square foot furniture showroomDesigned, drafted and executed all furniture window displays using color, texture, buying trends Directed weekly floor moves in key locations to promote sales by maximizing space flow and highlighting locale specific merchandise Created engaging point of purchase displays increasing sales of seasonal merchandiseReviewed daily sales reports to recognize trends, evaluate the success of the floor and adjust accordinglyWeekly conference with management staff to communicate and implement merchandising plan Expeditiously changed displays based on feedback from walkthroughs, staff, and customersManaged display inventory to include ordering and receiving two to three trucks per weekAttended regional merchandise meetings to preview new product and design trends with buyersDirected store merchandise meeting to inform and educate staff on the new seasonal productSupported personal design decisions while remaining open to feedback and criticismMajor projects/ AchievementsDrafted in Autocad and executed 15,000 sq/ft showroom for Fall ‘06 and Spring ‘07 season in Manhasset Store Generated 10 Million dollar sales volume while acting designer Rapidly promoted from holiday hire to assistant designer to store designer in just over three yearsChosen among the regions designers to represent Crate&Barrel as part of a team for “Dining by Design”, a non for profit event presentation in downtown Manhattan Requested by New England and New York regional designers to stand in as acting designer Boston flagship storeManaged and directed sales staff and personal assistants to successfully executed Spring ‘06 seasonal floor plan while in BostonImplemented weekly showroom walk through with Management to evaluate and increase business Completed a two week leadership and development training seminar in ManhattanHonored to receive employee of the quarter five times Show less

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  J bella interiors

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2009

  Designer/buyer

  Responsible for furniture purchasing, replenishing warehouse inventory and stocking for projects Subcontracted fabrication and installation of built-ins, countertops, flooring, fixtures, and paintingCoordinated with property management scheduling delivery and installation of furniture, window treatments, art, and accessories Monitored project site to document existing conditions, review progress, and create walk through punch lists to keep project on scheduleAdvised client on interior design aesthetics, furniture style, color schemes, and fabric selection Conferred with client to determine factors affecting planning interior environments including budget, architectural preferences, and purpose and functionCreated all design boards, creatively combining photos, fabrics, materials, sketches, and floor plans Computer rendered and hand drafted floor plans of club rooms, model apartments, and officesRendered and selected exterior paint color schemes for multi-housing properties Estimated material requirements and costs to calculate bids for client approval Responsible for technical accuracy and specifications of all custom ordered furniture Managed home office and warehouse, in charge of ordering receiving all furniture deliveries Developed inventory control by creating a running inventory and categorically organizing warehouseMajor Projects / AchievementsLas Vegas World Market - Attended World Market Center & Pavilions as buyer/designer, opened new accounts with multiple companies, built and maintained relationships with regional reps, and researched vendors JBella Interiors Head Office - Improved business function by setting up a complete new office, selected and installed furniture, developed reference library, filing system, contact binders, and project files AMA Phoenix Trade Show ’08 - Attained new clients by designing, building and installing entire display, as well as networking with multi-housing management attendees Show less

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  Crate and barrel

  Jul 2010 - Aug 2014

  Furniture sales

  Achieved 1.5+ million dollars in sales for 3 consecutive yearsEducated clients with extensive expertise of current design forecast and trendsInstilled trust in potential buyers with non aggressive but persistent casual approachAdvised clients on suggested furniture scale and placement using drafting softwareFacilitated smooth, effortless experience for Trade contacts; interior, architectural designers etc.Selected by management to head and train all furniture sales employees on 3-D design program implementationProposed and initiated in home design consultation program Show less

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  Rstudio design

  Aug 2013 - Jan 2019

  Principal owner/designer r-studio design

  Commercial & Residential Design ProjectsAngelinas Restaurant - Cold Spring, NY 2017Sallye Ander Flagship Retail Store - Beacon, NY 2017Colorant Flagship Retail Store - Beacon, NY 2018Bia Restaurant - Rhinebeck, NY 2019Matteawan Lofts - Beacon, NYWorked with clients to determine initial goals and requirements to create proposal and final approved design plan to meet their desired outcomeCalculated and maintained costs in order to resource and order materials, adhering to project and budget specifications Consulted with clients to select materials, furnishings and decorSourced all light fixtures, textiles, furniture and decor needs communicating with vendors on custom orders and delivery dates Collaborated with carpenters, electricians and painters to ensure space was modeled to building codes and requirementsActed as liaison between client and contractors, overseeing and directing the installation timeline of materials, furniture, artwork and other design elements in order to meet project completion deadlineContracted Design ProjectsMridul International- India based Home Textile Trade Showroom New York, NY 2018-2020Kuka Home - China based Furniture Trade Showrooms Vegas/North Carolina 2018Union Home - Furniture Trade Showrooms Las Vegas, Nevada/North Carolina 2018Crate & Barrel - Diffa Dining by design benefit 2018Crate & Barrel Reese - Witherspoon Collaboration Promotional Event 2017-2018Chosen by international and domestic Home and Living and Textile retail and wholesale companies to merchandise and design trade show showrooms of up to X square footage within a 5 -10 day deadlineCreated floor design plans accompanied by storyboards and digital renderings to meet their showroom and brand specificationsOversaw team of up to 15+, including contractors, delivery management and installation; directing and supervising construction and product placement Show less