JOHN BUCKLEY

• Designed bespoke furnishings and interiors for high-end residential projects, managing budgets up to 2.5 million dollars.Collaborated with various manufacturers and vendors to oversee design specifications, fabrication, and installation of goods.
• Led and mentored team members, fostering a collaborative environment that inspired innovative design solutions.
• Jupiter project appeared in Veranda magazine, showcasing exceptional design work.
• Sourced antique and vintage art objects, textiles, and carpets for projects, enriching design aesthetics and authenticity.

• Assembled and mentored design team of 10, guiding firm from startup to publication in Architectural Digest.
• Designed custom furnishings, including upholstery, case pieces, light fixtures, wallpapers, and window coverings, enhancing overall design aesthetics.
• Led full renovation of historic Arts and Crafts Tudor residence in Piedmont and large Hamptons-styled shingled family home in Tiburon, both published in Architectural Digest.

Designed large Spanish Colonial Revival projects in California, collaborating in team meetings to align on project goals and creating custom upholstery, case pieces, carpets, light fixtures, and window coverings.

Sourced antiques, art objects, antique textiles, and carpets for projects nationally and internationally, enhancing project authenticity and design quality.

Pursued ongoing education through online courses with ICAA, advancing design knowledge and skills.

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Led design team of six, collaborating with senior management to drive project success at firm of 28 employees.

Designed numerous large residential projects across US, managing budgets up to six million.

Oversaw selection and procurement of custom upholstery, case pieces, carpets, wall coverings, fabrics, and light fixtures, enhancing overall project aesthetics.

Redesigned bungalows at Auberge du Soleil in Napa, creating bespoke furnishings for each.

Traveled extensively with team to source antique and vintage art, textiles, and furnishings.

Reported directly to owner, aligning design initiatives with organizational goals and maintaining high standards.