Barry Avery
9999 W North Ave. #116 Wauwatosa,WI
Summary
Dynamic Lead Interior Designer with a proven track record at Fontaine Home, excelling in space planning and vendor coordination. Renowned for developing innovative design solutions that enhance client satisfaction and foster long-term relationships. Detail-oriented and proficient in AutoCAD, I implement sustainable strategies while ensuring seamless project execution through effective communication.
Interior design professional with comprehensive background in creating transformative spaces that meet client needs. Known for collaborative approach and achieving high-quality results, adaptable to evolving project requirements. Expertise in spatial planning, color theory, and project coordination with strong focus on teamwork and reliability.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Interior Designer
Fontaine Home
06.2002 - Current
- Developed comprehensive design plans, including space planning, material selection, color schemes, lighting, and furniture layout.
- Attained repeat business from satisfied clients through exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with architects and construction teams for seamless integration of interior design elements in the overall project.
- Devised sustainable design strategies that incorporated eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient solutions, and minimized environmental impact.
- Optimized design processes by implementing efficient project management tools and techniques.
- Stayed abreast of industry trends by attending trade shows, conferences, and workshops for continuous improvement in designs offered.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers for timely delivery of materials at competitive prices.
Interior
Carriage House Gallery, Ethan Allen Madison
05.2000 - 05.2002
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted Customers with floorplan and design Ideas.
- Converted walkin customers into loyal clients who became hooked for life.
- Developed creative design solutions for residential spaces, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Built strong relationships with clients through clear communication and quality service, leading to referrals and repeat business.
Education
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Madison College
Madison, WI05-2000
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Design research
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Revit
- Space planning
- Vendor coordination
- Construction documentation
- Material selection
- Furniture design
- Color theory
- Lighting design
- Hand sketching
- Custom millwork design
- Furniture selection
Accomplishments
- Designed large-scale luxury residential interiors at budgets ranging from $1000.00 to $200,000.00, many of which I balanced at the same time.
- Designed and p[ublished the interiors for the Kate and Patrick Heany in Lakeshore Living Magazine Spring/Summer 2017.
- Designed and published the Dick and Mary Hermann's House in Lakeshore Living Magazine Spring/Summer 2017.
- Trained and mentored several designers newly introduced to the design industry. I hired several Interior Design students to assist MATC Interior Design Program.
Published in Madison Magazine.
My work was introduced to Madison Magazine Readers in the June 2008 issue highlighting my shop and the work I do. I started with an annual business of $75,000.00 and ended with 1.2 million in sales when I closed the store June of 2023. I closed the store to focus again on Interior Design and helping my clients.
Timeline
Lead Interior Designer
Fontaine Home
06.2002 - Current
Interior
Carriage House Gallery, Ethan Allen Madison
05.2000 - 05.2002
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Madison College
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