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HJARDEIR DUNN

Pflugerville,TX

Summary

INTERIOR DESIGN | PROJECT MANAGEMENT | EVENT PLANNING

Dedicated and passionate business professional with extensive experience in managing projects, fueled by an ambitious entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to take on new challenges. Unwavering commitment to delivering excellence in projects and events that exceed expectations and foster long-term client relationships.

Looking for new opportunities as a project leader that will allow me to contribute to the successful development and growth of the company and the team through my knowledge and experience and to develop new skills in this area.

Work History

Sales | Events | Interior Designer

Five Star Deck & Patio
  • Built strong relationships with existing and new customers through personalized service, enhancing client loyalty and repeat business
  • Elevated new business opportunities by attending networking events, realtor mixers, and new homebuilder open houses
  • Collaborated with clients to discuss project scope, budgetary details and clients vision for outdoor living spaces
  • Delivered value-added solutions tailored specifically for each client's unique requirements
  • Advised on design layout and color palette
  • Specified and sourced commercial grade materials and finishes
  • Oversaw project installations
  • Managed company events from concept to completion

Founder | Principal Designer

Hjardeir Dunn Design
  • Conducted client consultations to discuss and identify design vision and project scope
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals
  • Created professional presentations to creatively communicate design intent and direction
  • Specified material recommendations and project cost estimates for client review and approval
  • Sourced furnishings, lighting, artwork accessories, flooring and window coverings
  • Hired and managed day-to-day progress of contractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials, smooth project installation and on-time completion
  • Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements from inception to completion for successful execution of design plans
  • Stayed up-to-date on industry developments by attending trade shows, workshops, networking events and maintaining professional certifications consistently honing expertise in field and hosted realtor open houses

Senior Design Consultant

Wilshire Homes & Design Group
  • Consulted with homebuyers to determine their personalized needs, tastes and design preferences
  • Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options
  • Assisted homebuyers with product selections and provided guidance for exterior finishes, interior finishes and color schemes
  • Prepared and finalized detailed specification report of design selections
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously from inception through completion
  • Collaborated with architects, construction superintendents and contractors during all phases of homebuilding development process to ensure seamless integration of design elements
  • Specified exterior and interior materials and finishes for Spec Homes (new, move-in-ready homes) in four communities
  • Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into design center

Education

Master of Science, Business -

Texas A&M University
Prairie View, TX

Bachelor of Science, Communications & Interior Design -

University of Texas
Austin, TX

Associate of Science, General Studies -

Austin Community College
Austin, TX

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Time Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Creative
  • Problem-Solver

Affiliations

  • Design Trade Associates, Founder | Chair
  • American Society of Interior Designers, Member
  • Interior Design Society, President Texas Hill Country Chapter
  • Texas Women in Business, Member
  • Pflugerville Architectural Review, Board Member

Timeline

Sales | Events | Interior Designer

Five Star Deck & Patio

Founder | Principal Designer

Hjardeir Dunn Design

Senior Design Consultant

Wilshire Homes & Design Group

Master of Science, Business -

Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science, Communications & Interior Design -

University of Texas

Associate of Science, General Studies -

Austin Community College

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