Stephanie Raimo
Boston,MA
Summary
Driven Interior Decorator and entrepreneur with broad-ranging expertise in design, staging and styling. Highly successful in translating clients' visions into unique living spaces. Passionate about devising and initiating strategies to drive vision and sustain organizational operations. Committed to leveraging artistic vision to create innovative, welcoming and contemporary spaces.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
Allendale, New Jersey
05.2025 - Current
- Developed design plans and concepts for client projects utilizing a variety of materials, colors, textures, lighting, furniture and accessories.
- Researched trends in interior design elements such as color palettes, fabrics, furnishings and materials.
- Provided clients with advice on selecting decorative items such as wall coverings, window treatments and flooring options.
- Visited showrooms to select products from various suppliers including furniture stores and fabric shops.
- Assisted clients in creating comfortable living spaces that reflect their individual styles.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding design ideas, product availability or pricing information.
- Stayed within budget parameters set by clients while still providing them with stylish solutions for their space needs.
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
Hoboken, NJ
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided clients with advice on selecting decorative items such as wall coverings, window treatments and flooring options.
- Attended continuing education classes or workshops to stay up-to-date on new products or techniques.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding design ideas, product availability or pricing information.
- Completed accessory purchases to coordinate with furniture purchases and enhance rooms.
- Planned, designed and furnished residential properties to create aesthetically unique living spaces.
- Performed minor room adjustments to freshen up environments.
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
Wading River, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with clients to discuss project scope and desires for spaces.
- Gathered and organized furniture and accessories for staging projects.
- Used natural and artificial lighting strategies to highlight features and areas of rooms.
- Developed design plans and concepts for client projects utilizing a variety of materials, colors, textures, lighting, furniture and accessories.
Education
N/A - Interior Design
British College of Interior Design
England05-2023
Etiquette And Cultural Studies
Manhattan School of Etiquette
NYC02-2010
Master of Arts - Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ01-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-1992
Some College (No Degree) - Wine Studies
American Sommelier Association
NYCSkills
- Interior Decor
- Spatial Planning
- Furniture Arrangements
- Accessorizing Rooms
- Budgeting Understanding
- Home Styling
Affiliations
Attention to detail and the authentic nature of day-to-day living is what makes a stylized room a unique, cozy home for me. Whether it's selecting the perfect accent for a room, pairing the right flavors for a delightful meal, or nurturing each plant in my garden, I find immense joy in the finer nuances of creating a harmonious and stylish living space. This meticulous approach, combined with the genuine experiences of daily life, transforms a space into more than just a room—it becomes a reflection of my personality and a sanctuary for comfort.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
05.2025 - Current
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
06.2023 - 08.2023
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
06.2022 - 08.2022
N/A - Interior Design
British College of Interior Design
Etiquette And Cultural Studies
Manhattan School of Etiquette
Master of Arts - Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Texas At Austin
Some College (No Degree) - Wine Studies
American Sommelier Association