Dynamic Interior Designer with extensive experience, excelling in project management and design concept development. Proven track record in delivering aesthetically pleasing environments while managing budgets and timelines effectively. Skilled in CAD drafting and adept at collaborating with diverse teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interior Designer
Veterans Health Administration VHA
04.2023 - 10.2023
Designed space plans, elevations, and material boards for review and presentation.
Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing health care environments.
Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
Interior Designer
Texas Christian University - Facilities Management
05.2004 - 05.2011
Worked on interior project management in facility planning.
Worked on LEED Gold new construction and renovated buildings.
Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
Developed timelines and budgets for small and large projects.
Coordinated departmental space moves, from conception to installation.
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.
Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
Interior Design Associate
Dallas Market Center - Design and Construction
01.2003 - 01.2004
Facility management, in-house designer and move coordinator.
Designed apparel showrooms for new Apparel Mart in the Dallas World Trade Center
Coordinated with over 100 tenants for showroom relocation
Furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E) selection and specification.
Coordinated drawings and plans from initial concepts to executable CAD documents and specifications.
Collaborated with architects, and contractors to complete projects.
Managed client requests for changes and revisions during project.
Residential Designer
The Market Antiques
03.2001 - 01.2003
Managed inventory and sales at retail shop that sold furniture and interior gifts.
Developed comprehensive design solutions, addressing clients' preferences, budget constraints, and site-specific challenges.
Staged model homes with aesthetically pleasing furniture and accessories to fit the look and scale of the property.
Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
Interior Design Associate
Page Southerland Page
09.1999 - 03.2001
Worked closely with in-house architects, and engineers to complete commercial, healthcare, religious, and restaurant projects.
Coordinated drawings and plans from initial concepts to construction documents and specifications.
Met schedules, budgets and targets with well coordinated and executed designs.
Managed on-site installations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.
Skills
Project management
Interior architectural detailing
Design concept development
Facility management
Departmental moves
CAD drafting
Space planning methodology
FF&E procurement
ADA compliance
Cost estimation and budgeting
Certification
NCIDQ registered Interior Designer since 2007
Registration Number 10509
Timeline
Interior Designer
Veterans Health Administration VHA
04.2023 - 10.2023
Interior Designer
Texas Christian University - Facilities Management
Director, Planning and Operations at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Integrity and Compliance (OIC)Director, Planning and Operations at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Integrity and Compliance (OIC)