Alyssa Bellefleur
Summary
A versatile and detail-oriented interior design professional with over 10 years of experience in both residential and commercial projects. Creative problem-solver with exceptional organizational skills. Successful track record in managing projects and meeting deadlines through continued and clear communication with the entire team throughout the project.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Design Assistant
Decorators Unlimited
06.2014 - Current
- Works on wide range of projects and budgets, from high-end residential projects, including single-family homes, condos, model homes, and spec homes, to commercial projects, including clubhouses and high-rise condo buildings, in budgets ranging from $250K to $1.5 million
- Manages 15–20 projects at once in varying stages of design process, from specification through installation and completion of punch list
- Part of top-performing design team, producing between $2 and $4 million of revenue per year for company
- Assists lead interior designer with design selections to create both comfortable and functional environments to represent clients' lifestyle, taste, and budget
- Communicates designs with sub-contractors and manufacturers to obtain custom quotes for millwork, built-ins, tile work, window treatments, wallpaper, and furniture installations
- Demonstrates high-skill problem solving and resourcefulness when presented with design and timeline challenges
- Attention-to-detail in ensuring all interior furnishing selections are made, correctly specified, and appropriately scaled for each project
- Manages schedule of project with sub-contractors and installation team to meet project deadline
- Responsible for sample ordering and creating digital presentations as visual communication tools to aid in client presentations
- Performs and provides routine status updates to lead designer and client
- Leads team on installations and provides direction on furniture, light fixtures, art, and accessory placement
- Continues research on new products, manufacturers, and design innovations and shares them with lead designer
Design Consultant
Bassett Furniture
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Built and maintained relationships with customers from first meeting through furniture installation
- Conducted interior design consultations at client's home and presented design solutions based on individual needs
- Responsible for demonstrating and selling Bassett products, including custom design solutions
- Continued education through Bassett’s design certification program and maintained program requirements
- Utilize floor plans and schematic sketches to communicate ideas and produce complete solutions
Interior Design Assistant
Elyse Marie Lifestyles
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Assisted in selection of all design components and prepared client presentations
- Worked independently and efficiently on all stages of design process, from concept to completion
- Generated schematic and finalized design documents, including floor plans, lighting plans, elevations, and detail drawings
- Communicated with vendors, contractors, and clients on design-specific details and managed project timeline to ensure timely project completion
- Recognized by lead designer as being innovative with design technologies and project ideas
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
High Point University
High Point, NC05.2011
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Detailed and organized
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Experience in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
- Industry knowledge of products and manufacturers
- Furnishings and material selection
- Ability to read and interpret design documents
- Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
- AutoCAD
- Design Manager software
INTERESTS
- Hiking new mountain trails
- Freestyle & choreographed dancing
- Experiencing architecture through travel
- Reading personal development books
- Cooking Italian cuisine
Additional Information
References available upon request
Portfolio available upon request
Timeline
Interior Design Assistant
Decorators Unlimited
06.2014 - Current
Design Consultant
Bassett Furniture
09.2013 - 06.2014
Interior Design Assistant
Elyse Marie Lifestyles
04.2012 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
High Point University
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