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Laura Colagrande

Laura Colagrande

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

Born & Raised in Milan, Italy. I began to study Art & Design in London at Central Saint Martin School of Art & Design. I then moved to the United States for College at VCU in Richmond, VA.                    

I am a driven and detail oriented designer with an approach to see things in a holistic way. Moving around between Europe and the United States forced me to develop the ability to adapt to any situation that presents itself,  which reflects in my personality and work ethic. I learn quickly, collaborate well in groups/teams and not afraid to take on leadership roles. 

As a recent graduate I am looking for a job that can propel my career in the right direction as well as expand my horizon of knowledge. 

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Employment 

3North, Richmond, VA, US, Junior Designer

Worked on concepts and Design Presentations for Grove Park Inn Hotel and Redskins Training Facility; Produced Autocad construction documents; assisted with finishes and furniture selection; managed resource library; met with product representatives.

Jan 2013 - May 2013
 

Warren Techentin Architecture (WTARCH), Los Angeles, CA, US, Junior Designer Intern

Developed 3D renderings for Hollywood Hills Residence and AIA award winning project Antelope Valley (Merit); used Rhino and Revit for 3D modeling; produced Autocad construction documents; assisted with finishes and furniture selection.

May 2012 - Aug 2012
 

Baskervill, Richmond, VA, US, Junior Designer Intern

Assisted with building Revit families, finishes and furniture selection for Marriott’s Chicago and Marriott’s Nashville; created client presentation; managed resource library and met with product representatives.

Jan 2012 - May 2012
 

Annette English + Associates, Los Angeles, CA, US, Junior Designer Intern

Assisted with presentations, finishes and furniture selection, produced Autocad construction documents.

Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
 

Education 

Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, US, Bachelors, Interior Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts // Interior Design // Focus in Architectural Studies -- Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Aug 2009 - May 2013
 

Awards 

ASID Legacy Scholarship, 1st Place

-- Outstanding Undergraduate Portfolio --

The Legacy Scholarship for Undergraduates is awarded to a creatively

outstanding student as demonstrated through their portfolio.

2012
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills