Laurie Souza
Online business owner/writer
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Accomplished online business owner with a proven track record at my own interior design company, adept in transforming spaces into aesthetically pleasing environments. Expert in 3D rendering software and interior styling, with a flair for fostering key client relationships and delivering projects within budget. Demonstrates exceptional client communication, ensuring innovative design solutions that exceed expectations. Known as creative professional bringing high level of expertise to interior design. Recognized for transforming client visions into reality through innovative design solutions. Highly collaborative and results-driven, adaptable to changing project needs. Skilled in space planning, color theory, and client relations.
Overview
2014
2014
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Self Employed Writer
- 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.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Developed comprehensive design concepts through sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
- 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.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- 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.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- 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- Transformed outdated living spaces into modern environments that reflected current trends while adhering to clients'' preferences.
Interior Designer
Pottery Barn
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- 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.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- 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.
- Produced detailed cost estimates and coordinated with vendors to deliver budget-friendly solutions.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire design process, ensuring timely communication with clients at all stages.
Interior Designer/Intern
Dept. Head Interior Design, American River College
08.2010 - 10.2013
Skills
- Client Communication
- Interior design
- 3D rendering software
- Interior Styling
Timeline
Interior Designer/Intern
Dept. Head Interior Design, American River College
08.2010 - 10.2013
Interior Designer
Self Employed Writer
Interior Designer
Pottery Barn
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