Ruby Alkoudsi
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Unique Interior Architect with 10+ years of experience specializing in Residential/ Commercial .
Adept at project management from start to finish and designing cross-functional spaces.
Offering superior, creative problem-solving and innovative plans.
Sale the product for the client by helping them visualize it in the space.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Architect
Self Employed Services
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated remodels from initial design to final color schemes and layout.
- Maintained relationships with suppliers to deliver orders for each client.
- Monitored orders, client requests and construction crews closely throughout redesign process, enabling delivery of high-quality final designs.
- Designed layouts and presentations for remodels of interior spaces.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
Associate Interior Designer
Restoration Hardware
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Supported business objectives by seeking out new customers and networking at key events.
- Participated in development meetings for high-value customers and business operations updates.
- Developed proposals for clients outlining project scope and timeline.
- 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.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
- 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.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
Freelance Designer
Ruby Design
06.2015 - 05.2020
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Used Cad to create layouts.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements.
- Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy.
- Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
- Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
Art Teacher
Bechtel International Center/ Stanford
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
Event Planner
Evento Group
04.2005 - 06.2009
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Design the event concept.
Interior Designer Intern
Masoud Architect & Co
07.2004 - 07.2006
- Defined and developed spatial and functional requirements for old and new spaces and calculated projected costs.
- 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.
Education
Certificate - Aided Study Cad
UC Berkeley Extension University
San Francisco, CA06.2016
Home Staging Certificate - Home Staging
Canada College
Redwood City, CA06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
Damascus University
Damascus, Syria09.2005
Skills
- Color Theory Understanding
- Autodesk Homestyler Understanding
- AutoCAD Expert
- 3D Design Knowledge
- Lighting design
- Budget management
- Interior detailing
- Client communication
- Furniture design
- Architectural visualization
Timeline
Interior Architect
Self Employed Services
08.2022 - Current
Associate Interior Designer
Restoration Hardware
05.2020 - 08.2022
Freelance Designer
Ruby Design
06.2015 - 05.2020
Art Teacher
Bechtel International Center/ Stanford
01.2014 - 05.2015
Event Planner
Evento Group
04.2005 - 06.2009
Interior Designer Intern
Masoud Architect & Co
07.2004 - 07.2006
Certificate - Aided Study Cad
UC Berkeley Extension University
Home Staging Certificate - Home Staging
Canada College
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
Damascus University
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