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CALVIN CHEN

CALVIN CHEN

SUNNYVALE,CA

Summary

Innovative Design Director with16 years combining efficient layouts with aesthetically pleasing design elements. Deft creator of work and living spaces that encourage happiness and well-being. Known for creating designs that optimize productivity and maximize happiness.


Member of ASID, NCIDQ,CID
Interior Design Certificate of Japan
Design Director Calvin Chen, he had from the construction, civil engineering, interior design education to develop the full years of work experience, and distinctive sense. Playful elegance has attracted a discerning clientele.
As a tastemaker, Calvin is translating his signature blend of 15th century Renaissance, Baroque style, Japanese Zen, International Modern, Art Deco, Neoclassicism, pragmatism and panache into his design style and concept.
Calvin's area of specialty are Residential , Commercial, Hospitality , Office design,
Won the bronze award of the 2019 ASID DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARD. ( AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS ) .
Won 2020 CACP PROFESSIONAL OUTSTANDING AWARD ( CHINESE AMERICAN CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS)

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Director

CONCEPT CREATION INTERIOR DESIGN
2013.10 - Current
  • Juggled multiple projects simultaneously, never losing strategic vision and always maintaining focus.
  • Participated in construction planning and management phases, incorporating interior design requirements into floor plans and blueprints.
  • Estimated costs of material requirements and labor, and worked with client on approvals.
  • Researched and identified equipment requirements for facilities, designing procurement plans for each.
  • Consulted with construction contractors, architects, electricians and plumbers to achieve safe and compliant design paradigms.
  • Authored multi-site organizational plans to efficiently divide workforce and material assets.
  • Planne space arrangement, optimizing efficient use of space while maintaining worker satisfaction.
  • Created budgets and architectural options for residential and commercial clients with a wide array of financial resources.

Education

Master of Arts - Interior Design

FLORENCE DESIGN ACADEMY
VIA S, GALLO, 55, 50129 FIRENZE, ITALY
1985

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

TAMA ART UNIVERSITY
2 CHOME*1723 YARIMIZU, HACHIOJI, TOKYO, JAPAN
05.1982

Skills

  • Professional Development
  • Preparing Designs and Estimates
  • Commercial Projects
  • Furniture Layout
  • Design Briefings
  • Team Direction
  • Corporate Design
  • Final Design Delivery
  • Universe Designer
  • Workflow Management
  • Color Selection and Pairing
  • Design and Implementation
  • Art Consultation
  • Model Development
  • CAD Drafting
  • Project Presentations
  • Green Designation
  • Stage Layouts
  • Customized Template Design
  • Technical Drawings
  • Strategic Vision
  • Design Strategies
  • Specify Materials
  • Structural Drawings
  • Surface Sampling
  • Engineering Design and Installation
  • Creative Design Layouts
  • Space Planning
  • Construction Documentation

Timeline

Design Director

CONCEPT CREATION INTERIOR DESIGN
2013.10 - Current

Master of Arts - Interior Design

FLORENCE DESIGN ACADEMY

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

TAMA ART UNIVERSITY

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CALVIN CHEN