Candice Goodwin
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Experienced interior design professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality design solutions that meet client expectations.
Focused on collaboration and meeting project goals, adaptable to changing project requirements. Skilled in design software, project management, and creative problem-solving, known for reliability and a results-driven approach.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Design
Ralph Gentile Architects
Los Angeles, California
03.2025 - Current
- Full design oversight of all hospitality projects: restaurants, retail, hotels, casinos, and spas.
- Client Proposals.
- Client presentation books and material boards.
- Selection of all finishes and FF&E according to the parameters of the job, budget, and client brand.
- 3D SketchUp models.
- ID Specifications, FF&E Specifications.
- Design Schedules: Finish, Furniture, Plumbing, Lighting, and Millwork.
- Consultant Coordination: MEP and Structural Engineers, Food Service Equipment (FSE) Designers, Lighting Designers, Art Consultants, and Landscape Professionals.
- Implementation of local and national codes, including CBC, IBC, Heath, and ADA.
- Construction documents: DBS/planning submittals, issue to bid, for construction, and as-built sets.
- ARB/DRB presentations.
- Project Bidding with General Contractors.
- Construction Admin: RFIs, Submittal Reviews, Weekly OAC meetings, troubleshooting, project schedules, final punch walks, and post-occupancy support.
- FF&E purchasing coordination: project budgets, vendor coordination, purchase orders, order tracking, and installation.
Senior Interior Design Technician
HOK
Culver City, California
12.2007 - 03.2008
- Assist the project manager and design team with design development, client presentations, and construction documents for corporate design projects.
- Space planning, test fits of office spaces, and systems furniture based on the project program.
- 3D architectural models.
Interior Designer
Bush's Chicken
West Hollywood, California
08.2003 - 12.2007
- Interior Design of healthcare, retail & residential projects
- Selection and specifications of finishes, FF&E.
- Coordination with Architects, Engineers, and Consultants.
- Implementation of standards and codes.
- Design budgets and schedules.
- FF&E purchasing, tracking, and installation.
- Construction Administration.
3D Architectural Modeler
Lucetius Design
Pasadena , California
03.2003 - 08.2003
Interior Designer
Supreme Hospitality
Atlanta, Georgia
12.2001 - 12.2002
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12-2002
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- AdobeCreativeSuite
- FilemakerPro
- Design Manager
- Vectorworks
- AutoCAD/ArchitecturalDesktop
- SketchUp
- M-Color
Certification
- NCIDQ Certificate #023626
- CID, California Certificate #6987
- LEED AP ID+C #11369064-AP-ID+C
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Design
Ralph Gentile Architects
03.2025 - Current
Senior Interior Design Technician
HOK
12.2007 - 03.2008
Interior Designer
Bush's Chicken
08.2003 - 12.2007
3D Architectural Modeler
Lucetius Design
03.2003 - 08.2003
Interior Designer
Supreme Hospitality
12.2001 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design
Georgia State University
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