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Patricia Korum

Minneapolis,Minnesota

Summary

Results-oriented Interior 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.


Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior Designer

Gabberts
08.2009 - 06.2022
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Developed key client relationships, 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.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
  • Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
  • Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
  • Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation

Design Consultant

Rubble Tile
02.2006 - 08.2009
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
  • Prepared original and relevant options for clients suitable to individual requirements.

Design Consultant

Marshall Fields Home Store
01.2002 - 02.2006
  • Met with over 30 customers per week to discuss design vision and individual needs.
  • Consistently stayed under client's budget for projects.
  • Prepared strategies and proposed concepts for client approval.
  • Prepared original and relevant options for clients suitable to individual requirements.
  • Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • 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.
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
  • 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.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
  • Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.30

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design And Architectural Studies

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
05.2006

Skills

  • Develop Designs
  • Space Planning Methodology
  • Furnishings Selection
  • Excellent Attention to Detail

Timeline

Interior Designer

Gabberts
08.2009 - 06.2022

Design Consultant

Rubble Tile
02.2006 - 08.2009

Design Consultant

Marshall Fields Home Store
01.2002 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design And Architectural Studies

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Patricia Korum