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Ali Lee

Capitola,CA

Summary

Organized Interior Designer adept at multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. History of success in coordinating with vendors and contractors to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Interior Designer

Client - Petere Miner
Pebble Beach, California
05.2021 - Current
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations to blend her french country style with the calm, beach, california style that is Pebble Beach.
  • Designed layout of clients furniture and art collection along with selecting new design concepts to blend with her style.
  • Designed all of the custom build-outs of the cabinetry, the fireplace wall, closets and doors throughout the entire house in a material booklet for review and presentation.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Specified appropriate products and building materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Facilitated requests regarding product information on kitchen appliances, fixtures, hardware and lighting.
  • Created professional presentations using Canva to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
  • Researched trends in area of green building and environmental design to incorporate into business and residential projects.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Principal Interior Designer

Client - Debra Lee
Soquel, California
12.2020 - 06.2022
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
  • Designed floor plans for review and presentation.
  • Participated in the selection of furniture, fixtures, hardware and textiles.
  • Determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
  • Specified appropriate products and building materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases.
  • Researched trends in area of green building and environmental design to incorporate into business and residential projects.
  • Implemented organizational systems to create functionality along with aesthetics.

Principal Interior Designer - Kitchen Upgrade

Client - Deanna Gardner
Sunnyvale, California
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Developed color palette and countertop selections.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
  • Facilitated requests regarding product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Principal Interior Decorator

Client - Ciera Kash
Soquel, California
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Purchased accessories to coordinate with furniture purchases and enhance rooms.
  • Acquired and maintained knowledge of constantly changing interior design trends and products.
  • Worked diligently to make this small living space functional and organized for a family of four.
  • Advised clients on comfort and durability of textiles.
  • Selected and organized color schemes.
  • Utilized natural and artificial light to highlight features and areas of rooms.
  • Chose styles, layouts, budgets and overall designs.
  • Arranged furniture to facilitate traffic flow and design objectives.
  • Presented available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals.
  • Completed minor room adjustments to freshen up environments.
  • Used methods to keep spaces fresh and inviting.

Principal Interior Decorator

Client - Deanna Gardner
Boulder Creek, California
02.2019 - 04.2019

Education

Dance Arts - Technique, Choreography, Staging And Performance

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary
California
06.2016

Ballet Teacher Certification Primary - Point -

American Ballet Theater
San Jose Ballet Theater
07.2013

Pilates Certification - Anatomy of The Body And The Mechanics of Movement

Pacific Movement Center
Santa Cruz, CA
08.2007

High School Diploma -

Los Altos High School
Los Altos, CA
06.2003

Skills

  • Color Scheme Coordination
  • Artwork Selection
  • Client Advisory and Recommendations
  • Furnishings Selection
  • Furnishings Layout Plan
  • Space Planning
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • New Materials Research
  • Recycled Materials

Timeline

Principal Interior Designer - Kitchen Upgrade

Client - Deanna Gardner
06.2021 - 07.2021

Principal Interior Designer

Client - Petere Miner
05.2021 - Current

Principal Interior Designer

Client - Debra Lee
12.2020 - 06.2022

Principal Interior Decorator

Client - Ciera Kash
10.2019 - 12.2020

Principal Interior Decorator

Client - Deanna Gardner
02.2019 - 04.2019

Dance Arts - Technique, Choreography, Staging And Performance

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary

Ballet Teacher Certification Primary - Point -

American Ballet Theater

Pilates Certification - Anatomy of The Body And The Mechanics of Movement

Pacific Movement Center

High School Diploma -

Los Altos High School
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