Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Timeline
Generic

Valeria Martinez

New York,NY

Summary

Creative Interior Designer with 4 years of experience in designing and leading luxury residential projects. Passionate about spatial planning that is inspired by function and feels exotic, and detailed oriented. Taking pride in increasing revenue and connecting with clients through innovative design concepts, carefully selected materials, and furnishings. Exceptional skills in project management, vendor and contractor relationships, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality design that evokes emotion.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

ASSOCIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER

RH MEATPACKING GALLERY
03.2022 - Current
  • Independently created original designs for luxury residential interiors for high-net worth individuals.
  • Lead a minimum of 12 projects at a time for projects with budgets ranging from 75k-500k.
  • Responsible for design development of comprehensive bespoke projects including architectural drawing on CAD, design direction, furniture selection, fabric specification, spatial planning, elevations, and final presentations.
  • Coordinated art, lighting, and fully layered furniture delivery installations on site as well as internationally with freight forwarding partners.
  • Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
  • Mentored Design Consultants by revising plans and presentations, taught them CAD techniques, as well as communication strategies to lead their own projects.
  • Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
  • Client's main point of contact every phase of design process amplified assertive communication regarding budget and timeline.

INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT

RH MEATPACKING GALLERY
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Manage full scale multi room projects weekly and simultaneously luxury experience for walk in clientele.
  • Interpret individual client aesthetic supporting with client selections and customizations, fit and procurement of elevated furnishings.
  • Cultivated valuable relationships with Associate Designers to grow projects from 50k budgets to 75-100k.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through clear communication and quality service, leading to referrals and repeat business.
  • Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.

ASSOCIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER

PEDINI
06.2020 - 07.2021
  • Scheduled site visits and client briefings that were followed with floor plans and renderings designed using CAD and SketchUp for 50+ baths, closets, and kitchens suitable for Pedini fabrication standards.
  • Part of launch team for second showroom by making partner relationships with Architects, external Designers, and luxury Realtors.
  • Influenced Design Principal to participate in the Florida Design Home Show of Palm Beach to enhance design styles unique to Palm Beach clientele.
  • Collaborative Designer assigned to the first Palm Beach water front residential property featured on Haute Residence to have Pedini cabinetry.

INTERIOR DESIGNER

DREAMER DESIGN FREELANCE
02.2019 - 06.2020
  • Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
  • Responsible for managing projects from scope conversation through design development, demolition, construction, installation, and styling.
  • Balanced aesthetics with functionality by choosing appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that met client needs.
  • Solved issues related to any structural elements that weren't suitable with clients expectations including electrical and plumbing.

INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN

GIL WALSH INTERIORS
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Collaborated with all design teams on project goals by developing proposals, creating client binders, organizing spec sheets and maintaining design library up to date with Design Coordinator.
  • Drafted custom furniture designs, floorplans, lighting elevations for residential and commercial projects.
  • Participated in multiple vendor presentations connecting with trade contacts to ensure the best industry practices in terms of fabrication, lead times, and quality.


Education

BA of Fine Arts, Interior Design -

NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN
New York, NY
03.2020

Associate in Arts -

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE
Palm Beach, FL
12.2018

INLET GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
Riviera Beach, FL
05.2016

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • InDesign
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • SketchUp
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

References

Available upon request. 

Timeline

ASSOCIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER

RH MEATPACKING GALLERY
03.2022 - Current

INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT

RH MEATPACKING GALLERY
07.2021 - 03.2022

ASSOCIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER

PEDINI
06.2020 - 07.2021

INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN

GIL WALSH INTERIORS
04.2019 - 06.2019

INTERIOR DESIGNER

DREAMER DESIGN FREELANCE
02.2019 - 06.2020

BA of Fine Arts, Interior Design -

NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN

Associate in Arts -

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE

INLET GROVE HIGH SCHOOL

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Valeria Martinez