Katie Christensen
Interior Designer
Othello,WA
Summary
Accomplished Interior Designer with a robust history of delivering high-end residential and commercial projects for clients including Brighton Homes. Expert in design concept development and project management, ensuring projects meet quality, cost, and timeframe targets. Skilled in SketchUp and homeowner relations, consistently enhancing living spaces through innovative design and strategic resource allocation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Self Employed Designer
02.2010 - Current
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Implemented multiple high-end residential and commercial interior design projects within cost, quality and timeframe targets.
- Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
- Collaborated with contractors and suppliers for smooth execution of design plans.
Interior Designer
Brighton Homes
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
Interior Designer
S&S Construction
01.1999 - 08.2001
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
- Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT05-1995
Skills
- Interior design
- Digital design
- Rendering
- Graphic presentations
- Image manipulation
- Strong analytical ability
- Design concept development
- Proficient in SketchUp
- Homeowner relations
- Floor plan development
- Cost Estimation
- Project Management
hobbies
Cooking: Enjoy utilizing home grown produce to create healthy cuisine.
Outdoor Recreation: Hiking, camping, spending time outdoors with family and friends.
Sports Fan: Supporting and cheering on my kids in athletic events.
Timeline
Interior Designer
Self Employed Designer
02.2010 - Current
Interior Designer
Brighton Homes
01.2007 - 01.2010
Interior Designer
S&S Construction
01.1999 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Brigham Young University
Accomplishments
- Trained and mentored several designers newly introduced to the design industry.
- Designed and documented the interiors for Marion Surgical Center in Lehi, Utah.
- Designed and documented the interiors for Today's Dentistry in Nampa, Idaho.
- Documented and resolved architectural issues which led to a successfully completed project.
Work Availability
monday
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saturday
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morning
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evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursCareer advancementWork from home optionPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsQuote
Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.
Steve Jobs
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