DANA GILBERT
LAS VEGAS,NV
Summary
An Interior Designer with an integral part in the hospitality industry for over 30 years; involved in all aspects of design, coordinating and installing successful projects throughout the United States and China.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sen Interior Designer
RDH Interests
Las Vegas, NV
08.2023 - Current
- Led design projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with client vision and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to develop comprehensive design specifications and technical drawings.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering skill development and promoting innovative design solutions.
- Conducted site evaluations to assess project feasibility and inform design decisions for residential and commercial spaces.
- Researched industry trends and materials, integrating sustainable practices into designs to enhance environmental responsibility.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
Interior Design Manager
W Squared
Las Vegas, NV
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Led cross-functional teams to develop innovative interior design concepts and solutions.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and client specifications.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to integrate design elements seamlessly into projects.
Senior Design Manager
Dezmotif Studios
Las Vegas, NV
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Facilitated and managed the development of project budget, specifications, design coordination.
- Projects – Multiple Hotel Resort remodels, Casino Remodel
Project Manager
Wynn Design & Development
Las Vegas, NV
01.2010 - 11.2019
- Supervised the development of project budgets, managed capex projects, specifications document production, concept coordination, color boards, design coordination of the construction documents and field coordination.
- Projects – Wynn Palace at Cotai, China – Retail Promenade (74,000 sf), Resort Registration (3,000 sf), VIP Registration (2800 sf), Waterfront Junkets (126,000 sf) (PM); North Junket Remodel at Wynn Macau (PM); Lakeside Grill at Wynn Las Vegas, NV (PM)
Senior Interior Designer
Marnell Corrao Associates
Las Vegas, NV
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Facilitated the development of project budgets, specification document production, concepts, color boards, design coordination for the construction documents and field coordination.
- Project - Pinnacle Hotel & Casino - St. Louis, MO
Technical Director of Interior Design/VP of Interior Design/Interior Designer
Paul Steelman Design Group
Las Vegas, NV
05.2000 - 12.2005
- Managed the interiors department which included the development of specification templates, specification document production, project budgets, concepts, color boards, design coordination of the construction documents and field coordination.
- Projects – Foxwoods Hotel & Casino - Mashantucket, CT; Harrah’s Rincon Hotel & Casino 7th Phase (PM) – Valley Center, CA; Rio Hotel & Casino All American Grill Remodel (PM) – Las Vegas; Rio Hotel & Casino Buffet Remodel - Las Vegas, NV; Celine Dion Retail Store - Las Vegas, NV; Harrah’s Rincon Hotel & Casino - Valley Center, CA; Harrah's St. Louis Voodoo Lounge - St. Louis, MO; Stratosphere Hotel & Casino-Las Vegas, NV; Caesars Indiana Hotel & Casino - Elizabeth, IN
Education
Colorado Institute of Art
Denver, CO01.1981
Brooks College
Long Beach, CA01.1979
Skills
- Strategic thinking
- Team management
- Visual design
- Data-driven decision making
Timeline
Sen Interior Designer
RDH Interests
08.2023 - Current
Interior Design Manager
W Squared
09.2022 - 08.2023
Senior Design Manager
Dezmotif Studios
10.2021 - 08.2022
Project Manager
Wynn Design & Development
01.2010 - 11.2019
Senior Interior Designer
Marnell Corrao Associates
01.2006 - 06.2008
Technical Director of Interior Design/VP of Interior Design/Interior Designer
Paul Steelman Design Group
05.2000 - 12.2005
Colorado Institute of Art
Brooks College