My name is Luis M. Ramirez. I have a great appreciation for architecture, design and the preservation of interiors. I obtained a Master's degree in Sustainable Interior Environments and a Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology.
I am looking for the opportunity to utilize my education, exposure and artistic skills in the interior architecture and design industry. Versed in sustainable and environmentally sensitive products and practices; preservation, restoration, renovation, and environmental sensitivity in the architectural and design fields are all areas of major interests.
Possess strong problem-solving skills, with experience in working on high-end residential and commercial projects. I have trained as a decorative artist specializing in the restoration and preservation of historical styles in interiors, exteriors and furnishings.
I am skilled in the architectural and design industry software such as AutoCAD, creating renderings and floor plans. Additional skills include working knowledge of Sketch-Up, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and presentation software such as PowerPoint and Prezi.
I have a flexible schedule and can able to work during weekends/holidays.
I invite you to please take a look at my enclosed resume.
Benjamin Moore Paint, Montvale, NJ , Project Manager / Interior Designer
This was a contract position, helping to re-brand and redesign 500 retail outlets in the USA and Canada. Assisted in rolling out the latest premium paint product tailored to the architectural and design communities.
EVENSONBEST LLC, New York, NY , Freelance Designer / Assistant Project Manager
Primary roll, assisted project manager in planning and implementing the furniture designs of corporate environments. Helped manage any customer issues or concerns regarding project orders.
JJ Falk Design Architecture, New York, NY , Resource Librarian / Interior Designer
Assisted small group of talented architects and project managers while supporting the front of house. Created and maintained relationships with the design resource library vendors. Responsible for scheduling lunch and learn sessions with office staff and resource material suppliers.
The Alpha Workshops, New York, NY , Decorative Artist
Worked closely with leading design professionals in creating award winning interiors for corporate, hospitality and residential projects.
American Christmas Decorators -, Bronx, NY , Decorative Artist, Seasonal Decorator / Driver
Created exclusive hand-made seasonal displays for Tiffany’s and Saks Fifth Avenue department stores.
Fashion Institute of Technology, State University of New York, Fashion Institute of Technology, State University of New York, Masters, Sustainable Interior Environments
My thesis is based on minimizing asthma triggers by improving indoor air-quality through the use of sustainable, environmentally sensative products and design practices.
Fashion Institute of Technology, State University of New York, Fashion Institute of Technology, State University of New York, Bachelors, Interior Design
Successfully pursued a BFA-Interior Design, Completed May, 2013
• Finalized academic career studying a surface design course in Paris France 6/2013
• Overall GPA 3.54
• Officer-FIT Interior Design Club 2009 - 2013
• Dean’s list since 6/12
• Versed in AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Power Point, Photoshop, Prezi Sketch- Up and NXT Computer rendering software.
