My name is Amanda Salamone and I am a recent graduate with honors at the University of New Haven with a B.A in Interior Design. I am a hard working, driven designer that is passionate about what I can achieve in the field of design.
My view on design:
“Interior Design is the freedom to create a remarkable space combining light, texture, shape, and form. It is a space that tells an original story by mixing the pieces of the world around us, while creating a space that improves our everyday lives. It is when a vision becomes reality. Transforming a space to create something aesthetically pleasing will drastically enhance the occupants’ experience by creating a functional environment.”
Arlene Angard Designs, New York, NY, US, Intern
• Managed storefront while greeting guests, answering phone calls and providing extensive information on products located in the showroom
• Provide assistance to head designer in areas including client meetings, client budgets, and FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment)
• Researched and maintained 1stdibs website on new and existing furniture
• Conducted site measurements and created detailed elevations and floor plans to provide accurate FF&E installations
• Organized incoming and outgoing invoices on QuickBooks
• Maintained responsibility for credit card and cash purchases; kept detailed records
• Created materials including, documents, AutoCAD plans, presentational materials, and spreadsheets
University of New Haven, West Haven, CT, US, Bachelors, Interior Design
At the University of New Haven I started my studies with hand drafting and later moved to AutoCAD and Revit. I also worked with Indesign, photoshop, and sketchup.
Institute for American Universities, Aix-en-Provence, FR, Bachelors, Interior Design
Studying abroad in France really inspired me and helped open my eyes to a whole new spectrum of design. I was able to paint in the landscapes of Aix where Cezanne had painted Sainte Victoire and traveled to many cities in France where Van Gogh had lived painted and studied. I was also able to analyzing his paintings almost on the exact spot where it was painted. I was also completely immersed by Monet’s greatest works in the Musee de l'Orangerie in Paris. Standing in front of some of Gaudi famous works was one of the most memorable moments I could ever image. This is just a small piece of what I learned while living in Europe that will help continue to drive my passion in design.
