Debra Villa
Architectural Designer
Canton,GA
Summary
Diligent Architectural Designer with keen eye for design . Successfully led multiple architectural projects from concept to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to timelines. Demonstrated expertise in using CAD software and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and sustainable design solutions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Designer
AJC Interior Design
01.2015 - Current
- Worked closely with multi-disciplinary teams to design hospitality and restaurant projects in Texas, NYC, and Boston, MA. including Marriott, Sonesta and Hilton
- Developed comprehensive construction documents to ensure accurate execution of architectural concepts during the building process.
- Researched building codes and requirements and applied to design planning.
- Lead production on all projects from schematic design to construction administration.
Architectural Designer
LF Design
01.2000 - Current
- Collaborate on design of high-end residential homes
- Source FF&E
- Prepare drawings of plans and millwork from schematic design to construction documentation.
- Coordinated all architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of fast-track projects.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality designs that met or exceeded expectations.
Architectural Designer
Beth Donner Design
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Manage several restaurant projects for Ruth’s Chris restaurants across the country
- Coordinate with other trades for installation of projects
- Developed comprehensive construction documents to ensure accurate execution of architectural concepts during the building process.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation for design of restaurants and hotels including Tony Scotto LLC and Ruth's Chris Steakhouses
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
Intermediate Architect
David Easton Design
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Optimized space utilization with innovative architectural solutions, resulting in improved user experience.
- Worked in conjunction with other trades as problems arose.
- Reduced construction costs through value engineering efforts without compromising the integrity of the design concept.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve cohesive and high-quality design outcomes of St. Regis Hotels in PR and Princeville, HI.
- Led production of drawings with juniors
- Answered RFI’s and solved any problems with design
- Specify FF&E.
Education
Architecture -
New York Institute of Technology
05.2007
AAS Interior Design -
Fashion Institute of Technology
05.1999
Skills
- AutoCAD proficiency
- SketchUp proficiency
- Hand Sketching Abilities
- Revit
- 3D Modeling Expertise
- Design development
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Architectural Designer
AJC Interior Design
01.2015 - Current
Architectural Designer
Beth Donner Design
01.2012 - 01.2015
Intermediate Architect
David Easton Design
01.2006 - 01.2009
Architectural Designer
LF Design
01.2000 - Current
AAS Interior Design -
Fashion Institute of Technology
Architecture -
New York Institute of Technology
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