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Alexander Flikshteyn

Alexander Flikshteyn

New Jersey, Cliffside Park

 
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About 

A passionate and well- rounded Architectural ,Interior and product designer with over 20 years of experience in the high-end custom furniture, architectural millwork and interior design industry for residential and commercial market. 

A versatile professional with and edge, well versed in architectural millwork, excellent freehand drawing, cad skills and 3d computer rendering. Developed a fluid ability for creative concepts and elegant solutions. Demonstrated strong ability to creatively layout space based on existing architectural conditions and designated appliances. Strong ability to manage multiple projects from initial concept to completion.

Employment 

LR Custom, Brooklyn, NY, US, Project Manager

Conducted Zoom conference calls with draft people overseas
Introduced and Explained working drawings to millwork shops
Verified on-site dimensions and conditions prior to building and installation
Consulted with Architects and on-site Super intendant

Mar 2022 - current
 

SmithMarran Architecture+Interiors, Montclair, NJ, US, Project Architect

Worked closely with the principals to design and produced complete sets of cad drawings consisting of plan, elevation, and sections. Provided 3d design concept for all interior including studies for staircase design and furniture.
Designed and provided working drawings of architectural millwork for all interiors from commercial to residential

Jan 2020 - Jun 2020
 

Juan Pablo Molyneux Studio, NY,US, Project Manager

Hired as an Architectural Designer promoted to Project Manager.
Designed interiors and exterior facades for private estates, homes and major
institutional projects including principal's private residence.
Provided design presentations for clients consisting of complete design sets rendered elevations and 3d.Produced full set of cad drawings consisting of plan, elevation and sections. Took measurement on site survey for production of cad drawings. Managed multiple projects from initial concept to completion coordination with all trades to complete project.

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019
 

Newmark Interiors, Brooklyn, NY, US, Head designer

Head designer, company specializing in commercial and residential custom furniture and cabinetry fabrication with in house design department.
Designed multipurpose interiors for high end homes consisting of kitchens,
master bath, master bedrooms, living rooms/family rooms, studies/home office,
luxury walk in closet, wine rooms, dining rooms, spas and etc.
Provided presentations for clients and architects consisting of 3d renderings.
Produced shop drawings for production.

Jan 2010 - Jan 2018
 

Education 

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, US, BArch, Industrial Design

Jan 2023 - current
 

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, US, BArch, Industrial Design

Industrial design degree programs provided me the theoretical and practical design skills necessary to develop, implement, and evaluate the design of a wide range of products. Some focus courses are also available in areas such as exhibit design , furniture design and interiors. Very often our projects would crossover into interior and exterior architecture. Todays technology advances created an atmosphere of fusion between all the design practices, I found my education, provide me an edge in well roundness as demonstrated from working in various architectural and design studios.

Jan 1988 - Jan 1992
 

Awards 

Emerson Design Competition Concept Award, Honorable Mention

Designed a ceiling fan concept for Emerson Corporation.
The concept design won an honorable mention.

1992
 

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