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Education |
1988 - 1992 Ryerson Polytechnic University, School of Interior Design Toronto, Ontario, Canada Awarded Bachelor of Applied Arts Interior Design Degree |
1982 - 1985 Fanshawe College London, Ontario, Canada Awarded Architectural Technician Diploma, Also completed first year of the Fine Art Program |
Work ExperienceAs a Senior Interior Designer, I have managed design projects from initial client meetings through to fruition including; design concepts, presentations, budgeting, specification writing, construction drawing production, scheduling, site administration and complete project management. Additionally, I have supervised junior and intermediate staff to ensure projects were completed on time and on budget. While owning my own design practice in the Cayman Islands, I was able to hone my marketing and business skills in order to secure new clients, prepare and present fee proposals and ensure profitable projects. Now based in the Middle East, I am responsible for managing the Interiors and FF&E documentation on multi-million dollar projects at Qatar Foundations Education City, Doha, Qatar. |
| KEO International Consultants (Project and Construction Management) June, 2007 - Present Doha, Qatar |
Position: Senior Interior
Designer / FF&E Design Manager Responsibilities: Review Architectural and Interior Design documents from Signature Architects for all phases (concept to tender) associated with interior finishes, details, FF&E and signage to ensure that the documentation is applicable, complete and accurate on QF - Education City projects. I also evaluate and issue reports on Consultants FF&E and Signage Tender submissions and ensure that the Contractor's proposals are in accordance with the Contract requirements. Projects:
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| Blue Ocean
Design (Commercial Residential & Hospitality Design) Sept. 2006 - June, 2007 Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands |
Position: Principal and Senior Interior Designer / Project Manager Responsibilities: Setting up and managing the design office. I implemented the business graphics, web site and marketing strategies. Was also responsible for managing projects through to invoicing. Projects: |
| OBM International, (Grand Cayman) (Interior Design & Architecture) May 2003 - August. 2006 Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands |
Position: Senior Interior
Designer / Project Manager Responsibilities: Headed up the Interior Design department supervising up to 3 junior/intermediate staff. Was also responsible for managing client relations and writing fee proposals and contracts to ensure profitability. I provided design solutions and managed projects through to fruition with services including: design concepts, presentations, budgeting, specification writing, construction drawing production, scheduling, site administration and complete project management. Projects:
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| Blueprint Interior
Design July 2002 - May 2003 Toronto, Ontario |
Position: Interior
Designer Responsibilities: Worked closely with the company owner in determining business strategies and completed various retail and residential projects. Projects:
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| OBM International, (Bermuda) (Interior Design & Architecture) June 2001 - June 2002 Hamilton, Bermuda |
Position: Interior
Designer Responsibilities: Provided design solutions and managed projects through to fruition. Managed executive offices projects including all coordinations with contractors & client. Projects:
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| Design Limited (Corporate Interior Design) June 1999 - June 2001 Hamilton, Bermuda |
Position: Project Designer Responsibilities: Worked under the company principle on all aspects of corporate design projects. Projects:
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| Bullock Associates Design
Consultants Inc. (Corporate Interior Design) 1994 - 1999 1991 - 1992 Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Position:Project Designer Responsibilities: Among other projects, I was principal designer and project manager for Towers Perrin new 20,000 sq.ft. call center in Mississauga, Ontario. I managed a team and was responsible for all aspects of the project from initial client meetings through to move coordination. Projects:
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Between 1987 and 1993 I
was employed at various firms including:
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AFFILIATIONS |
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ACTIVITIESWeb Site Design Design, implementation and updating of Web Sites:
Designers Online 1996 to 1999 Designers Online Founder of Designers Online, an Interior Designer Referral Service on the Internet. http://www.designersonline.com Habitat for Humanity 2001 to 2002 Volunteer for 'Habitat for Humanity' in Bermuda helping the underprivilaged on renovations for various residential projects. Sailing , 1999 - Present Part-Owner and crew of J24 sailboat, Bermuda, 1999 - 2002 Coastal Navigation course, Bermuda 2001 Marine Engine course, Bermuda 2002 Various sailing adventures in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Scuba Diving Certified PADI open water diver, 2003 Avid diver in Grand Cayman, 2003 - 2007 CPR & AED British Red Cross, Cayman Islands Branch, 2005 Given the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illness until advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Also trained on AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Self Employed Artist 1984 to present I create signs, paintings, and drawings for various commissions. Click here to view portfolio. Computer Programs Proficient in AutoCAD2006 and MS Office Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator Web design programs, HoTMetaL & Fireworks
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