Chelsea M. Conrad
New York,NY
Summary
Creative and detail-driven interior designer with 14+ years of experience in luxury residential, commercial, and set design. Passionate about timeless aesthetics, expert craftsmanship, and sustainability. Skilled in spatial planning, custom design, and sourcing unique, high-quality pieces. I collaborate with architects, artisans, and vendors to deliver refined, intentional interiors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer & Project Manager
Nicole Fuller Interiors
New York City Metropolitan Area
01.2024 - Current
- Advise clients on space planning, layouts, and furniture selection while aligning with budget, design preferences, and project functionality
- Source and specify FF&E to ensure cohesive design execution
- Produce floor plans, elevations, and detailed drawings; utilize Photoshop, InDesign, and hand-drawn perspectives for presentations
- Oversee installations, manufacturing, orders, and deliveries to ensure projects are completed on schedule
- Manage client meetings, communications, and ongoing project coordination
- Create proposals, invoices, and purchase orders in Studio Designer; track budgets, vendor payments, and client billing
- Supervise Junior Designers, delegate tasks, lead weekly meetings, and review deliverables before presenting to leadership or clients
- Created engaging presentations showcasing design work for client pitches, winning numerous high-value contracts for the company.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the design department through regular feedback sessions and professional development opportunities.
Founder & Senior Designer
Circdeco
06.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: an interior design studio dedicated to sustainable and eco-friendly practices
- Founded and led CircDeco, an interior design studio dedicated to sustainable and eco-friendly practices
- Established a profitable business model by emphasizing antique, vintage, second-hand, and locally sourced items aligned with environmental standards
- Recruited, trained, and managed a team of support staff to maintain consistent quality and achieve project goals
- Oversaw all facets of project execution, including construction management, vendor coordination, custom furnishings, FF&E, client relations, budgeting, presentations, and timeline adherence
- An interior design studio dedicated to sustainable and eco-friendly practices
Data Analyst - Student
Vanderbilt University
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Built and implemented Data Analysis and full-stack development projects to make better informed design decisions using: SQL, Python, Tableau, MongoDB, JavaScript, HTM/CSS, R, Excel/VBA, Big Data, and API interactions
Interior Designer & Production Designer
Freelance
Greater New York City Area
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Production Designer for 'Type A' (Episode: Marco), selected for the Austin Film Festival
- Set Decorator for 'Glamatone,' an NYU Graduate Film production
- Prop Stylist for Norah Jones's cover shoot for 'Pick Me Up Off the Floor' (Blue Note Records)
- Interior Design Lead for Procurio, directing creative concepting and installation across four high-end residential properties in New York City
Interior Designer
One Kings Lane
New York
04.2016 - 03.2019
- Conceptualized and executed numerous design projects for both residential and commercial clients, delivering creative and impactful solutions
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients and trade partners, leveraging Tableau and Excel for more efficient data management
- Provided tailored product recommendations for diverse clientele through custom online platforms
- Earned recognition as the top-producing sales professional on the West Coast in 2016
- Served as the primary liaison between design and engineering teams, spearheading the creation of Decorist's custom interactive design platform
- Produced and showcased four high-profile projects featured on One Kings Lane's homepage, in magazines, and on social media: Holiday House: https://bit.ly/2OQ0dbw, Town & Country Office: https://bit.ly/2T58kmI, SF Dining Room: https://bit.ly/2KZ3K4e, NY Dining Room: https://bit.ly/2PtKfmC
Design Consultant at Ankasa
Sachin & Babi
Greater New York City Area
07.2013 - 02.2014
- Coordinated and developed custom furnishings and textiles for both clients and trade members, ensuring high-quality products and services
- Executed targeted marketing strategies to manage social media platforms, resulting in a stronger online presence and increased conversions
- Collaborated on monthly window and floor designs, creating visually appealing displays that enhanced brand identity
- Served as the e-commerce liaison, effectively bridging communication among clients, sales, and production teams
Education
Data Analytics and Visualization
Vanderbilt University
01.2021
Interior Architecture and Design, Sustainable Design
Academy of Art University
Interior Design, Psychology
Fashion Institute of Technology
Skills
- Project Management
- FF&E
- Studio Designer
- Visual storytelling
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Creative Concepting
- Space Planning
- Budget and Cost Planning
- Photoshop
Awards
- Phi Theta Kappa Honors
- Dean's Honors List
Timeline
Senior Designer & Project Manager
Nicole Fuller Interiors
01.2024 - Current
Data Analyst - Student
Vanderbilt University
09.2020 - 03.2021
Founder & Senior Designer
Circdeco
06.2020 - Current
Interior Designer & Production Designer
Freelance
03.2019 - 06.2020
Interior Designer
One Kings Lane
04.2016 - 03.2019
Design Consultant at Ankasa
Sachin & Babi
07.2013 - 02.2014
Interior Architecture and Design, Sustainable Design
Academy of Art University
Data Analytics and Visualization
Vanderbilt University
Interior Design, Psychology
Fashion Institute of Technology