I am a senior designer that has 20 years’ experience conceiving, designing and executing projects of moderate-high complexity from proposal through concept, construction and closeout.
I am seeking a position as a creative lead in interior architecture responsible for designing, directing and coordinating hospitality, commercial / retail, multi-unit residential and residential projects. I am looking to build on my leadership skills as both a mentor and director who efficiently meets deliverables and effectively manages client requests and relationships.
Skills:
BraytonHughes Design Studios, San Francisco, CA, US, Senior Designer
Project designer generating concept, schematic design, design development, construction documents, as well as bidding, tender phases and value engineering budgets for projects. Direct and review design development and construction documents and shop drawings for content, accuracy, and overall design integrity. Work with FFE teams to develop interior materials and finish specifications. Served as principal contact for clients, contractors and suppliers to achieve project goals and targets. Mentor project designers of all levels in design practice, office standards and policies.
TJ Morgan Architecture & Design, Los Angeles, CA, US, Senior Designer
Independent architectural designer of hospitality and commercial interior architecture. Lead concept design and material specifications with strong aptitude for technical issues and detailing. In 2016 produced concept design through contract documents for 160 room Hotel with 44 private condominium luxury ski lodge in Big Sky, Montana for the Montage Hotels & Resorts. Pursued sound business practices through the development of systems for improved design, technical quality and client services.
Grocery Outlet, Berkeley, CA, US, Store Designer
Director of all store design and store design roll out. Created new store concepts that were evaluated for cost management and sales performance resulting in a 20% improvement over previous store designs. Directed the development of architectural practices and processes for implementation of store design in line with brand continuity and cost management. Built 24 new stores in Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, & California.
Established the systems and protocols to continue the rollout of this proven new store design following my departure.
Karo Group Inc., Calgary, AB, CA, Designer
Key influencer in leading the interior design within an integrated creative branding & marketing. Participated and contributed to proposal preparation, marketing efforts and events that helped grow & secure work for the firm. Developed a diverse portfolio of crafted corporate, medical and retail projects that developed a reputation for furniture & millwork design.
The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, CA, Fine Art
One year of study in Fine Art, focusing on sculpture.
