Melanie Rebolledo
New York
Summary
Innovative Interior Designer with 10 years of experience in project management, space planning, and computer-aided design. Proven ability to transform client ideas into beautiful, functional design solutions. Skilled in color combination and illumination in the use of complex materials to innovate and create personalized designs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Designer
Tiffany & Company
New York
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Lead concept development and interior design execution for Tiffany retail stores across domestic and international markets, aligning design language with brand heritage and luxury standards.
- Develop mood boards, material palettes, and FF&E schedules (carpets, custom furnishings, lighting, wallcoverings), collaborating with internal stakeholders and vendors to bring design visions to life.
- Produce detailed design documentation including custom furniture drawings, scaled plans and elevations, and millwork/shop drawing reviews using AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Coordinate closely with architecture, visual merchandising, marketing, and procurement teams to ensure consistency, budget adherence, and project timeline alignment.
- Conduct market research to identify new material sources and vendor opportunities, optimizing production quality, lead times, and cost.
- Mentor junior designers, providing creative and technical guidance across design deliverables and presentations.
- Prepare senior leadership presentation decks with rich visual and technical content to communicate regional design directions and material strategies.
Interior Designer III
Olson Kundig
New York
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Provides expert consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of interior projects
- Collaborates effectively with project management, architects, interior design team members, and consultants
- Develops and articulates the leading technical viewpoint for projects
- Coordinates with partners, directors, and project principals to determine optimal technical solutions, products, and project delivery strategies
- Reviews, compiles, and prepares project specifications
- Manages external project communication and prepares presentations in collaboration with subcontractors and clients
- Prepares comprehensive construction documents, including technical interior design components, detailed drawings, material specifications, FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment), art selections, and outfitting specifications
- Supervises and mentors junior interior designers, providing guidance and ensuring quality of work
- Actively contributes innovative ideas, solutions, and deliverables within team and project environments
Intermediate Interior Designer
GRADE NYC
New York
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Managed the entire interior design process from initial concept through development, budgeting, and procurement for high-end residential spaces
- Maintained direct communication with architects, suppliers, and subcontractors to coordinate all project aspects, including initial documentation, shop drawings, submissions, and installation methods
- Created accurate and cohesive furniture plans, interior/furniture elevations, 2D interior renderings, and detailed custom furniture drawings
- Facilitated inquiries regarding product information, installation methods, and product upgrade options
- Developed schedules for architectural finishes, plumbing fixtures, appliances, furniture and lighting
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Junior Interior Designer
Poggi
Miami
06.2014 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with the Senior Designer to oversee projects from initial concept through design development
- Conducted extensive research to select high-quality materials and distinctive pieces
- Took accurate field measurements at job sites to inform design decisions
- Produced comprehensive CAD drawings including floor plans, elevations, custom piece shop drawings, and ceiling plans
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Miami International University of Art And Design
Miami, FL01-2014
Skills
- Sketching
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Sketchup
- 3DMax
- Fluent in Spanish
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Residential Projects
- West Palm Beach (Junior) - 10,800 sq.ft
- Coral Gables (Junior) - 8,000sq.ft
- UWS (Junior) - 2,120sq.ft
- Recordati (Intermediate) - 1,183sq.ft
- Jerusalem (Intermediate) - 3,280 sq.ft
- Westchester ( Designer 3) - 7,000 sq.ft
- Amanera (Designer 3) - 50,000 sq.ft
- Overlake ( Designer 3) - 22,000 sq.ft
Hospitality / Commercial projects
- Senses Yatch ( Junior) - 10,000sq.ft
- Seattle (Designer 3) - 60,000 sq.ft
- Townhouse (Intermediate) - 12,000 sq.ft
- Montana (Designer 3) - N/A
Published
- Nov 2023 - Galerie Magazine
- Oct 2024 - Galerie Magazine (Cover)
Timeline
Store Designer
Tiffany & Company
12.2024 - 07.2025
Interior Designer III
Olson Kundig
08.2022 - 12.2024
Intermediate Interior Designer
GRADE NYC
01.2019 - 09.2022
Junior Interior Designer
Poggi
06.2014 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Miami International University of Art And Design