SHERRIE KHALAF
Summary
Dynamic Interior Designer with over 20 years of extensive experience in interior design and luxury home furnishing sales, seeking to leverage expertise in a challenging new role. Renowned for a disciplined and detail-oriented approach, thriving in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments while fostering collaborative relationships with clients and colleagues. Proven track record of success includes multiple industry awards and consistently exceeding sales goals, achieving an impressive average of $1.5 million in annual sales. Passionate about transforming spaces and enhancing client experiences through innovative design solutions and exceptional service.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interior Design Sales Consultant
NATUZZI ITALIA
11.2020 - Current
- Assisted customers in identifying needs, preferences, and budget for home furnishings. Utilized active listening to provide tailored recommendations and customized options. Engaged with clients to enhance their shopping experience.
- Demonstrate comprehensive product knowledge, including details about furniture collections, materials, design options and the latest industry trends.
- Developed and presented diverse room solutions utilizing floor planning software and expertise in color theory, space planning, scale, and composition.
- Facilitated quote preparation and effectively closed sales transactions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Achieved revenue growth by proactively identifying and pursuing sales opportunities. Cultivated relationships with trade and residential clients, maintaining an organized sales pipeline. Delivered weekly updates to showroom manager, enhancing visibility into sales projections.
- Collaborated with clients on home design projects and managed installation activities to ensure seamless execution.
- Utilized design tools, including configurator, floor planner, and mood boards, to craft impactful presentations.
Owner/Interior Designer
INTERIOR DETAILS
11.2003 - Current
- Work with clients to develop overall design direction, solutions, budget and goals.
- Create professional presentations to include presentation boards, space-planning, Interior finish schedule to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
- Selection, designing, purchasing and overseeing installation finish materials, to include, flooring, countertop, cabinets, paint and built-ins.
- Selection, designing, purchasing, and installation of furniture, soft goods, lamps, window/wall coverings, art and accessories.
- Maintaining accurate specifications and budget for each project.
- Purchasing, Expediting, and invoice of all projects.
- Research and sourcing material.
- Daily operations of business duties to include accounts payable and receivable, marketing, and business development.
Furniture Home Depot Head
WORLD MARKET
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Responsible for driving sales in the furniture department by providing excellent customer service while maintaining visual standards and in stock position.
- Setting and maintaining visual merchandising standards.
- Partner with logistics supervisor to maintain on hand and incoming inventory through inventory managing reports, receiving reports and on hand physical counts.
- Team Leadership through motivating, training and managing sales associates to increase sales performance using sales tools on hand, product knowledge, and on-line ordering or ship to store procedures.
Senior Designer/Director Design/Freelance
PACIFIC DIMENSIONS, INC.
11.1994 - 12.2013
- Facilitated communication between marketing teams and new home builders throughout the design and installation phases to optimize interior environments for master planned community.
- Designed and delivered presentations that creatively communicate design vision and objectives.
- Facilitated the selection and installation of interior home furnishings to enhance aesthetic appeal and functionality, encompassing drapery, wall coverings, bedding, lamps, art, and accessories.
- Assisted in selecting interior finishes, including flooring, cabinets, countertops, bathroom materials, paint, and specialty lighting. Supported adherence to builder standards and upgrade options.
- Oversaw production and management of working drawings with interior specifications in collaboration with AutoCAD department for subcontractor and construction site utilization.
- On-site framing and drywall walks, and client presentations.
- Developed and produced content for material boards, specification binders, and PowerPoint presentations.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate project specifications. Supported project teams in aligning vision and design intent with budget constraints.
- Oversaw project installation and facilitated follow-up communications to ensure client satisfaction.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Interior Design
FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
LOS ANGELES, CA06.1993
Skills
- Effective time management
- Client relationship management
- CRM expertise
- Effective objection resolution
- Project coordination
- Space planning
- Construction documentation
- Concept development
- Material selection
- 3D rendering software
- Excellent attention to detail
- Design presentation
- Visual design
- Design process
- Residential interior design
- Detailed product specifications
- Budget management
- Vendor sourcing
- Working drawings and procedures
- Product selection
Affiliations
ASID Allied Member
Certification
CAD Institute
Timeline
Interior Design Sales Consultant
NATUZZI ITALIA
11.2020 - Current
Furniture Home Depot Head
WORLD MARKET
09.2018 - 08.2020
Owner/Interior Designer
INTERIOR DETAILS
11.2003 - Current
Senior Designer/Director Design/Freelance
PACIFIC DIMENSIONS, INC.
11.1994 - 12.2013
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Interior Design
FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING