Elizabeth Genova
Cuddebackville
Summary
As the visionary behind L.A. Design, LLC, I elevate spaces with innovative solutions, blending impeccable interior design skills with unparalleled customer relations. My expertise in space planning and commitment to client satisfaction foster significant repeat business, showcasing my ability to transform visions into reality while maintaining a keen eye for detail and functionality. I've been fortunate to work with many wonderful clients over the past twenty years and my client reviews speak for themselves.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Interior Designer
L.A. Design, LLC
05.2003 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Coordinated installations of fixtures, furniture, artwork ensuring proper placement alignment within each space according plan specifications.
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by choosing appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that met client needs.
- Transformed outdated living spaces into modern environments that reflected current trends while adhering to clients'' preferences.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering innovative and functional interior design solutions.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire design process, ensuring timely communication with clients at all stages.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry developments by attending trade shows, workshops, networking events, maintaining professional certifications consistently honing expertise in the field.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
- Presented compelling design proposals to clients, securing new projects and repeat business.
- Conducted site visits to ensure design implementations were executed according to plan, maintaining high standards of quality.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by developing personalized design solutions tailored to individual preferences and needs.
- Transformed spaces with creative and functional design concepts, enhancing aesthetic appeal and usability of interiors.
- Streamlined communication with clients to better understand their vision and requirements, resulting in more accurate design executions.
- Curated unique color schemes and materials palettes to create visually appealing and cohesive interior environments.
- Assisted in resolving unforeseen design challenges, ensuring projects stayed on track without compromising quality.
- Improved project efficiency, coordinating with architects and contractors to ensure timely completion of design implementations.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
- Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
- Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
New York, NY07-2009
High School Diploma -
Port Jervis High School
Port Jervis, NY06-1990
Skills
- Customer relations
- Client communication
- Small business operations
- Interior design
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Interior styling
- Furniture selection
- Space planning
- Project management
- Custom furniture design
- Design research
- Sketching
- Excellent attention to detail
- Material selection
- Design process
- Consulting
- Rendering
- Visual design
- Design presentation
- Drafting
- Sustainable design
- Vendor sourcing
- Product selection
- Product specifications
- Homeowner relations
- Strategic project planning
- Detail-oriented
- Client engagement optimization
- Art history knowledge
- Design coordination
- Historical architecture awareness
- Style recommendation
- Furniture layout planning
- Renovation project coordination
- Customer service
- Floor plan development
- Decision-making
- Palette creation
- Lighting design
- Hand sketching
- Presentation board development
- Desktops, laptops, and mobile devices
- Customer retention
- Color and material application
- Interior planning
- Furnishings selection
Timeline
Owner/Interior Designer
L.A. Design, LLC
05.2003 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
High School Diploma -
Port Jervis High School
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