Driven by a desire to create striking spaces while drawing inspiration from past travels and seeking out captivating culinary hotspots. Having collaboratively crafted a spectrum of high-end residential and hospitality projects at a boutique firm in Manhattan, now in pursuit of the next dynamic professional opportunity.
Chris Shao Studio, New York, NY, US, Junior Designer
- Gathering visuals for ideation to inform crafting of spaces, furniture and lighting on Sketch-up, to swiftly produce realistic renderings using V-Ray.
- Post production of renderings on photoshop to ensure efficient use of time.
- Utilizing Adobe Indesign to record design progress and create client presentations during Schematic Design phase of projects.
- Drafting construction documents (Floor plans, Elevations, Sections and Details) using AutoCAD from start to end of Design Development phase.
- Creating schedules and dimensioned layouts for custom manufacturing of furniture and lighting pieces, supported by specified finishes and samples.
- Acquiring vendor quotes and maintaining invoiced and purchased items using formulas on Excel and subsequently supervising client deliveries.
CB2, San Francisco, CA, US, Sales Associate
- Provided styling input with furniture and accessories for customers with knowledge of current merchandise and design collaborations.
- Handled sales transactions including purchases, returns and warehouse shipping, whilst enthusiastically hitting daily sales goals.
- Updated concise notes on all customer sales to keep everyone on the team informed on matters to be resolved.
The Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA, US, Bachelors, BFA Interior Architecture and Design
