Shifra is a self-motivated and creative interior designer, currently working at a boutique, multi-disciplinary studio in New York City. Prior to her present role, Shifra gained experience in the luxury residential and hospitality sectors while working for an acclaimed Las Vegas-based studio. What excites Shifra most as a designer is her ability to influence the way people interact with, and ultimately feel, in a space. Shifra's designs are narrative-driven, informed by her travels, and show an attention to detail.
Meyer Davis Studio, New York, NY, US, Designer
• Thoughtfully incorporate client program into space plans for new builds
• Produce drawing sets at all phases of the design process
• Develop client presentation packages
• Render elevations and floor plans in Photoshop
Woogmaster Studio, Las Vegas, NV, US, Associate Designer
• Selected furnishings & finishes for residential & hospitality projects
• Wrote specs for various item types, including custom furniture & lighting
• Designed all client-facing presentations & produce Photoshop renderings
• 3D-modeled custom furniture designs for manufacture
• Spearheaded, designed & implemented new branding package, presentation
template & social media presence for studio
• Collaborated on submission to international casino design competition
IA Interior Architects, Philadelphia, PA, US, Interior Design Intern
• Strategically space-planned workspaces in Revit for clients including Fortune
500 companies
• Prepared client presentations in InDesign
• Assisted in pitching big-picture design ideas to clients
Dyer Brown & Associates, Boston, MA, US, Interior Design Intern
• Developed schematic designs, design development, & construction
documentation for workplace & hospitality sets
• Surveyed existing sites & accurately drafted conditions into Revit
• Consulted with clients to identify project goals & requirements
• Selected finishes & assisted with furniture specification
• Participated in industry events to learn about new product offerings
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, US, Bachelors, Interior Design
BS in Interior Design with Sustainability in the Built Environment Minor
Valedictorian of Interior Design Program, Award
Highest overall GPA within graduating class of Drexel Interior Design program
Work Featured in CIDA Exhibition, Other
Seven projects featured in exhibition by Drexel Interior Design department as part of CIDA re-accreditation process
