Tracey Kessler

• Launched interior design firm one month after Sept. 11th, 2001. Work was inclusive of commercial, residential, hospitality and retail interior design/space planning projects
• Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development and construction document phases, spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
• Developed presentations using image boards, materials, elevations and space plans to convey design intent, created materials and designs in photoshop and Indesign for use in client presentations and communications
• Coordinated with architects, engineers and consultants to complete full construction document sets through permitting
• Managed project schedules/budgets and worked closely with various vendors, fabricators, contractors and design consultants on custom design products
• Supervised installations, client relations, marketing, public relations, advertising and P&L
• Developed business plans for funding, mentored junior designers , interns, brand building and media coordination
• Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team .
• Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
• Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
• Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for all furnishings, appliances, plumbing and electrical
• Carefully reviewed contractor submittals of finish materials.
• Achieved professional fine art career with gallery representation, solo and group shows across the country

• Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
• Drafter for construction documents using Autocad and hand-drafting
• Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
• Interfaced effectively with architects, contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
• Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.

• Documentation of specifications
• Prepared drawings, furniture contract packages and finish boards for upcoming and ongoing projects under Charles Gwathmey
• Recorded meeting minutes to provide historical account of actions

• Interior Design, Fine Art, Conservation and Restoration
• Continuing education throughout career in Textile, Ceramic, Surface Pattern Design and Painting
• Workshops in Entrepreneurship, business management, bookkeeping and project management

Internship in the painting/restoration department for https://ipce.culturaydeporte.gob.es/ipce/en/inicio.html