Valerie Wylie
Atlanta
Summary
At Dakota Grey Interiors, I excelled in transforming spaces with innovative designs. My approach—balancing aesthetics with functionality—resulted in enhanced client satisfaction and projects delivered within budget. I successfully managed key relationships, ensuring high-quality materials at cost-effective prices, and fostered collaboration with architects and contractors.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Dakota Grey Interiors
11.2011 - Current
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Coordinated installations of fixtures, furniture, artwork ensuring proper placement alignment within each space according plan specifications.
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by choosing appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that met client needs.
- Transformed outdated living spaces into modern environments that reflected current trends while adhering to clients'' preferences.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering innovative and functional interior design solutions.
- Worked closely with vendors to negotiate cost-effective pricing for materials while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration -
Dakalb College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Client communication
- Interior design
- 3D rendering software
- Interior styling
- Design research
- Sketching
- Budget management
- Concept development
Timeline
Interior Designer
Dakota Grey Interiors
11.2011 - Current
Associate Of Business Administration -
Dakalb College
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