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Ava Melo

Salem,MA

Summary

Dedicated Interior Architecture and Design student with hands-on experience in residential and commercial design projects. Proven expertise in design software, client consultation, vendor coordination, and material library management. Strong foundation in space planning, visual presentations, and trend analysis with exceptional customer service skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Interior Design Intern

Henley Design
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Organized and maintained comprehensive material library systems for efficient project workflow
  • Assisted senior designers on multiple residential and commercial interior design projects
  • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers for product deliveries and sample procurement
  • Maintained organized design resource libraries including textiles, paint samples, and finish materials

Interior Design Intern

Arhaus Furniture
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Created compelling visual presentations and digital floor plans using Floorplanner for client consultations
  • Collaborated with design consultants to develop customized furniture and layout solutions for residential clients
  • Maintained showroom displays by creating and updating seasonal vignettes to reflect current design trends
  • Conducted in-home client consultations to assess space requirements and design preferences
  • Developed comprehensive understanding of Arhaus furniture collections and textile offerings

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture and Design

Endicott College
Beverly, MA
05.2027

Skills

  • Revit
  • Indesign
  • Enscape
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Autocad
  • Sketchup
  • Floorplanner
  • Interior styling
  • Concept development
  • Client communication
  • Universal design principles
  • Interior styling
  • Concept development

Timeline

Interior Design Intern

Henley Design
05.2025 - 06.2025

Interior Design Intern

Arhaus Furniture
05.2024 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture and Design

Endicott College

Additional Experience

Lifetime Fitness Server- Peabody, MA- June 2022- Present

• Deliver exceptional customer service in high-volume café and bistro environment 

• Maintain strict food safety and sanitation protocols while managing food preparation areas 

• Provide professional customer support and product knowledge to enhance member experience

• Demonstrate strong time management and multitasking abilities in fast-paced service environment


Home Goods Sales Associate - Danvers, MA - February 2021- October 2021

• Provided excellent customer service and product consultation in home decor retail environment 

• Operated point-of-sale systems and processed customer transactions accurately

 • Organized and merchandised incoming inventory with attention to visual presentation 

• Assisted customers with product selection and interior design recommendations