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Elizabeth Steigerwald

Hartwell,GA

Summary

Innovative interior designer skilled in creating personalized interior spaces within specifications, budget, and functionality. Proven leader in preparing sleek proposals, delivering presentations, and fostering client relationships to build a strong and reputable practice. Collaborative team player driving creative projects in a results-driven industry. Expertise in diverse interior design projects.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Owner

The Perfection of Color
Naples, FL
02.2016 - 09.2022
  • Created store guidelines to enhance customer experience
  • Created a unique shopping experience for customers by providing personalized service.
  • Organized and scheduled staff to maximize efficiency in the store.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Cultivated relationships with customers to promote repeat business.
  • Promoted additional services such as decorative finishes, faux finishes, wall coverings.
  • Applied faux finishes to surfaces such as wood, stone, metal, or plastic.
  • Provided advice on techniques for achieving desired effects such as decorative finishes or faux finishes.
  • Consult with customers regarding their preferences for color schemes and finishes.
  • Matched colors from samples for custom finishes.
  • Provided professional advice on kitchen layout, fixtures, finishes and appliances to meet customers' needs.
  • Applied stains, paints, lacquers, varnishes and other finishes to furniture pieces using brushes and spray guns.
  • Mixed ingredients to create specific finishes and achieve desired looks.

Lead Interior Design & Store Manager

Barleys Interiors
Naples, FL
03.2005 - 01.2016
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
  • Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
  • Developed detailed project plans, including timeline and budget goals.
  • Provided technical guidance on interior design projects to clients.
  • Coordinated with contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Researched and recommended furniture, flooring, wall coverings, window treatments and other materials for interior design projects.
  • Collaborated with architects and builders to create a cohesive look across all aspects of the project.
  • Performed site visits to assess existing conditions in order to develop design solutions that meet client needs and expectations.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other documents related to interior design projects.
  • Selected fabrics, lighting fixtures, artwork and accessories for specific spaces.
  • Conducted color consultations with clients to determine their desired aesthetic direction for a space.
  • Created presentations showcasing various design concepts for approval by clients.
  • Facilitated meetings between contractors, vendors and clients during the course of the project.
  • Prepared cost estimates based on materials selected by the client.
  • Provided ongoing support after installation was complete as needed.
  • Advised clients on how best utilize their available space within budget constraints.
  • Attended trade shows in order to stay abreast of industry trends.
  • Collaborated closely with customers, adjusting plans to satisfy client needs and requirements.
  • Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Ringling Brothers School of Art
Sarasota, FL
05-2001

Skills

  • Strong analytical ability
  • Interior Architectural Detailing
  • Homeowner relations
  • Digital design
  • Design process
  • Color and material application
  • Commercial interior design
  • Interior design
  • Graphic presentations
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Digital drafting
  • Design concept development
  • Space Planning
  • New construction support
  • Color theory
  • Sales expertise
  • Project Management
  • Client Communication
  • Excellent attention to detail

Certification

  • 2006 ASID

Timeline

Store Owner

The Perfection of Color
02.2016 - 09.2022

Lead Interior Design & Store Manager

Barleys Interiors
03.2005 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Ringling Brothers School of Art

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