Yana Khudyakova
West Hollywood,CA
Summary
Dynamic Principal Designer with a proven track record at Studio Khudyakova, delivering luxury residential projects that achieved 95% client satisfaction. Expert in AutoCAD and project management, I excel in client collaboration and trend forecasting, driving innovative design solutions that elevate spaces and enhance client experiences.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Designer
Studio Khudyakova
Los Angeles, CA
01.2010 - Current
- Led design and execution of luxury residential projects including Franklin Residence –2024 and Courtney Residence –2011–2024
- Collaborated directly with clients to deliver personalized, innovative interiors, ensuring 95% client satisfaction
Store Manager
Diva Group
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed showroom operations, customer relations, and merchandising for luxury furniture brands
- Enhanced sales by implementing strategic product placement, contributing to a 20% increase in monthly revenue
Store Owner/Manager
Grow Venice
Venice, CA
01.2013 - 01.2024
- Oversaw full retail operations including inventory, purchasing, trend forecasting, P&L analysis, and staff management
- Achieved 25% over projected sales annually through curated product sourcing and marketing strategies
Interior Designer
Ilan Dei Studio
Venice, CA
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Designed multiple Lemonade Restaurants and Oliver Peoples stores across California
- Produced construction documents, FF&E schedules, and collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams
Interior Designer
Clive Wilkinson Architects
Los Angeles, CA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Selected furniture, fixtures, finishes, and accessories to achieve desired aesthetics; collaborated with clients to determine design preferences, budget, and project goals; developed design concepts, and presented proposals to clients for approval; created detailed floor plans and elevations using AutoCAD. • Managed project timelines, budgets, and coordination with contractors and vendors • Conducted site visits to ensure design implementation met quality standards and client expectations
Interior Designer
Moore Ruble Yudell
Santa Monica, CA
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Created design ideas and showcased proposals to clients for their endorsement • Created detailed floor plans, sections/elevations using AutoCAD. • Handpicked furniture, fixtures, finishes, and accessories to attain the desired aesthetic appearance. • Oversee project schedules, financial plans, and coordination with contractors and vendors.
Junior Designer
Janice Stevenor Dale & Associates
Los Angeles, CA
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Selected furniture, fixtures, finishes, and accessories to achieve the desired aesthetics • Managed project timelines, budgets, and coordination with contractors and vendors • Conducted site visits to ensure design implementation met quality standards and client expectations • Communicated regularly with clients to provide updates and address any concerns or changes
Education
Certificate - Interior and Environmental Design
UCLA Extension
Los Angeles, CA06-2001
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe CC
- AutoCAD
- Interior Design
- Mailchimp
- Microsoft Office
- Photoshop
- POS systems
- Illustrator
- Gmail
- Space planning
- Project management
- FF&E specification
- Construction documentation
- Client collaboration
- Trend forecasting
Accomplishments
- Led projects improving client satisfaction to 95%, enhancing client relationship management.
- Implemented strategies increasing retail sales by 25% annually at Grow Venice store.
- Enhanced showroom efficiency, increasing monthly revenue by 20% at Diva Group.
- Designed over 10 commercial venues, boosting brand presence for Lemonade Restaurants.
Timeline
Store Manager
Diva Group
01.2024 - 01.2025
Store Owner/Manager
Grow Venice
01.2013 - 01.2024
Principal Designer
Studio Khudyakova
01.2010 - Current
Interior Designer
Ilan Dei Studio
01.2007 - 01.2018
Interior Designer
Clive Wilkinson Architects
01.2006 - 01.2009
Interior Designer
Moore Ruble Yudell
01.2001 - 01.2005
Junior Designer
Janice Stevenor Dale & Associates
01.1999 - 01.2001
Certificate - Interior and Environmental Design
UCLA Extension
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