NASIM BAIKOGHLI
Moraga,CA
Summary
Results-oriented Interior Architecture Designer uses experience and knowledge to create unique and innovative design solutions. Offers excellent problem-solving and communication skills for providing highest level of customer service. Dedicated to staying current on latest industry trends and developments. Organized Interior Designer adept at multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. History of success in coordinating with vendors and managing construction teams to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Space Planner
Pivotal Retail Group At Ross Corporate Inc
03.2019 - Current
- Working as a senior space planner to create and maintain internal floor plans, Collaborates with construction and other departments during all phases, Acts as a primary representative to assist planning and execution teams with resolving store layout questions or installation issues, review store layouts through surveys and reported data to recommend adjustments to optimize the store’s layout to fit the need of business and customer purchasing patterns, analyzing and solving occupancy.Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules. Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.Team Lead for Future of Work/Hybrid Workplace planning and implementation.Support headcount forecasting reports by delivering data on capacity, occupancy, churn, and space allocation.
Interior Architecture Designer(Self Employed)
Xinati Design Group
01.2017 - Current
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Defined space requirements from schematic design to construction phase and installation.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
- Produced detailed cost estimates and coordinated with vendors to deliver budget-friendly solutions.
- Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Implemented multiple high-end residential and commercial interior design projects within cost, quality and timeframe targets.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Applied green building and environmental design into business and residential projects.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
Interior Architecture Designer
Solar Dwellings Inc
04.2016 - 03.2019
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Defined space requirements from schematic design to construction phase and installation.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Applied green building and environmental design into business and residential projects.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
- Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
- Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
- Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
Interior Architecture Designer
GAIA Construction Inc
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Space planning, as well as decorative planning (including colors, furniture, lighting, and materials)
- Met with clients to go over interior design plans and demonstrated ideas with 3D crafted computer modeling
- Working on conceptual design, schematic design, and staging.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Defined space requirements from schematic design to construction phase and installation.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Applied green building and environmental design into business and residential projects.
- 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.
- Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
- Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
- Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Created professional presentations using CAD, BIM, 3D, Office to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, wall hangings and accessories items.
Space Planning Coordinator
TJX, Inc
07.2007 - 04.2012
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
- Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings to archive proceedings.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Used job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Inventoried and ordered office supplies to maintain availability of products.
- Handled incoming and outgoing shipping and receiving activities.
- Studied processes, implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.
- Utilized proactive communication abilities to resolve employment-related disputes.
- Collected and analyzed business data from various departments to prepare reports and presentations for management.
- Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.
- Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
- Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
- Created materials and designs CAD and office for use in client presentations and communications.
- Appointed design consultants and encouraged performance pursuant to deed and scope of service.
- Chaired design team meetings and issued action items.
- Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
- Worked with technical teams to effectively incorporate lighting, sound and other features.
- Collected details about unique features and constraints of each space, as well as potential themes and budget limitations to complete optimal designs.
- Use Revit & Sketch up to create computer-generated three-dimensional visuals for effective presentation.
Head of Graphic Design Unit(Remote Based Position)
Patina Finishes Design Inc
02.2009 - 11.2011
- Worked with a team of graphic designers, as well as consultants, furniture dealers, product reps, and fabricators
- Designed graphics for websites, logos and promotions for marketing purposes.
- Assisted with design of print materials such as flyers and ads by producing basic layouts, selecting colors and tracking down appropriate images.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones.
- Assisted in managing client expectation, team communication, and consultant coordination.
- Used Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Indesign to develop new images.
Assistant Interior Designer
Graphic Production LLC
03.2003 - 02.2004
- Discussed objectives, requirements, and budgets of the projects with the production team
- Prepared drawings, furniture contract packages and finish boards for upcoming and ongoing projects.
- Developed project design documents and presentations for clients to seek construction approval.
- Welcomed showroom guests and displayed available design samples to clients.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with construction crews and project managers to achieve interior design goals.
- Specified and selected furniture, fixtures and lighting conditions to achieve desired effects.
- Analyzed and prepared reports and documents after project completion for clients and stakeholders.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
- Defined and developed spatial and functional requirements for old and new spaces and calculated projected costs for project activities.
- Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
- Created professional presentations using CAD&3D to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
Interior Design Consultant
Narvan Design, Inc.
06.2000 - 03.2001
- Designer specialized in space planning by AutoCAD drafting, concept design, and design consultant
- In depth experience in finish and furniture selection
- Excellent skill for analyzing occupancy problems
- In depth evaluation and programming of clients prior to inception of projects
- Experience in writing specifications for finishes, furnishings, lighting, accessories, plumbing, and mill work
- Broad knowledge of floor plans, furniture, lighting, wall covering, and window treatment
- Consistently stayed under client's budget for projects.
- Prepared strategies and proposed concepts for client approval.
- Applied skill in color theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition.
- Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations
- Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture & Design
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA12.2014
Associate of Arts -
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA05.2010
Skills
- Project Presentations
- Material Selection
- Project Management
- Concept Development
- Design Implementation
- Teamwork Skills
- Client Presentation Delivery
- Creative Design Layouts
- Model Development
- Photography
- Space planning
- Auditing and Field Surveying
- MS Office Suite
- Product Specifications
- Interior Architectural Detailing
- Painted Finishes
- Proficient in AutoCAD
- Space Planning Methodology
- Strong Analytical Ability
- Design Process
- Excellent Attention to Detail
- Budget Management
- 3D Modeling(Revit, Sketchup, 3D Max)
- Product Selection
- Graphic Design
Certification
PROJECT MANAGEMENT BY COURSERA
Timeline
Senior Space Planner
Pivotal Retail Group At Ross Corporate Inc
03.2019 - Current
Interior Architecture Designer(Self Employed)
Xinati Design Group
01.2017 - Current
Interior Architecture Designer
Solar Dwellings Inc
04.2016 - 03.2019
Interior Architecture Designer
GAIA Construction Inc
06.2013 - 03.2015
Head of Graphic Design Unit(Remote Based Position)
Patina Finishes Design Inc
02.2009 - 11.2011
Space Planning Coordinator
TJX, Inc
07.2007 - 04.2012
Assistant Interior Designer
Graphic Production LLC
03.2003 - 02.2004
Interior Design Consultant
Narvan Design, Inc.
06.2000 - 03.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture & Design
Academy of Art University
Associate of Arts -
Diablo Valley College
PROJECT MANAGEMENT BY COURSERA
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