Samantha Mercado
Summary
Dynamic Senior Interior Designer with a comprehensive background in luxury residential interior design, specializing in beautifully functional spaces utilizing spatial design and technical skills. Expertise in AutoCAD, FF&E, custom millwork, managing high-budget projects, client and trade relations, with proven ability to lead teams to successful project completion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Interior Designer
Casey Howard Interior Design
11.2022 - Current
- Drafts and refines construction documents to clearly convey design intent to all trades and project teams, ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identifies and resolves design challenges on-site by implementing functional, solution-based approaches, maintaining project momentum, and client satisfaction.
- Develops and communicates comprehensive design expectations, timelines, and budgets to clients, ensuring projects remain on track and within scope.
- Manages and maintains schedules for all deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely updates across all teams.
- Researches and creates project inspiration, room schemes, FF&E selections, and custom millwork/furniture designs, coordinating specifications with trades for seamless execution.
- Cultivates and nurtures relationships with trade partners and consultants, while mentoring internal teams on technical design elements to uphold project standards.
Interior Designer
Fiorella Design
09.2019 - 10.2022
- Produced construction documents and interior design sets for multi-million dollar residential projects, with expertise in space planning and detailed elevations communicating design intent.
- Curated and selected finishes for all project elements including plumbing fixtures, tile, interior door and cabinet style and hardware, decorative lighting, furniture, artwork and accessories with precise scaling in plans and elevations.
- Collaborated with Principal Designer to present luxury design concepts and materials to clients and coordinated with contractors and trade partners to ensure projects adhered to budgets and timelines.
- Reconciled financial accounts and managed all procurement and material tracking, maintaining accurate schedules and ensuring timely deliveries.
Production Manager
Only Child
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Streamlined the new hire process by developing job descriptions, posting positions, screening candidates, and conducting interviews, successfully training over 8 new hires.
- Implemented innovative sewing techniques, reducing production time by 30 minutes per piece and enhancing the overall quality of garments.
- Compiled the company's Style Guide Notebook, including line sheets and tech packs, providing a comprehensive reference for the sewing team each season.
- Coordinated production timelines with the Owner and Production Assistants, delegating daily tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
- Sourced new materials and trims, tracked inventory, and ordered supplies as needed to maintain production continuity.
- Created, adjusted, and graded over 50 patterns, conducted test fits, and ensured all patterns were production-ready.
Tile & Stone Designer
Siena Tile & Stone
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships through exceptional interpersonal skills, generating approximately $500k in annual sales and contributing significantly to company profits.
- Designed residential, commercial, and outdoor projects for homeowners and contractors, successfully managing up to 30 unique projects simultaneously.
- Liaised with contractors and vendors daily, ensuring efficient ordering processes and that project deadlines were consistently met.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
FIDM
12.2012
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Studio Designer
- Ivy/Houzz Pro
- QuickBooks
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office Suites
Timeline
Senior Interior Designer
Casey Howard Interior Design
11.2022 - Current
Interior Designer
Fiorella Design
09.2019 - 10.2022
Production Manager
Only Child
10.2017 - 09.2019
Tile & Stone Designer
Siena Tile & Stone
07.2016 - 04.2018
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
FIDM
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