My Philosophy:
Design should make a difference. As a designer, my job is to create the alchemy that bridges the creative and the tangible. I strategically combine elements of design to help my clients achieve a specific set of objectives. For a corporate client, that could mean creating arresting showrooms, exhibits, and web images that inspire people to buy their products. For individuals it could mean developing functional and awe-inspiring spaces that express their unique style and outlook on the world.
About me:
My 15 year design heritage is rooted in creating scenic designs for stage plays. I have designed over 75 visually and emotionally engaging interior and exterior spaces. They ranged from grand to intimate, and from opulent to austere – each crafted to the last detail to be used night after night and to elicit a specific effect with an audience. I have also created compelling and thought-provoking exhibit spaces that inspired increased exhibit footfall and elevated the impact for each attendee. My experience gives me a unique perspective and approach to designing spaces and the ability to blend the right design elements into the right solutions for my clients.
How I Work:
I see design as a collaborative endeavor. I get to know my client’s job requirements - both emotional and practical – and generate software or hand-drafted renderings of the finished product for client feedback and input. To achieve the desired result for my client I may:
Skills:
Creative:
Design should make a difference. As a designer, my job is to create the alchemy that bridges the creative and the tangible. I strategically combine elements of design to help my clients achieve a specific set of objectives. For a corporate client, that could mean creating arresting showrooms, exhibits, and web images that inspire people to buy their products. For individuals it could mean developing functional and awe-inspiring spaces that express their unique style and outlook on the world.
About me:
My 15 year design heritage is rooted in creating scenic designs for stage plays. I have designed over 75 visually and emotionally engaging interior and exterior spaces. They ranged from grand to intimate, and from opulent to austere – each crafted to the last detail to be used night after night and to elicit a specific effect with an audience. I have also created compelling and thought-provoking exhibit spaces that inspired increased exhibit footfall and elevated the impact for each attendee. My experience gives me a unique perspective and approach to designing spaces and the ability to blend the right design elements into the right solutions for my clients.
How I Work:
I see design as a collaborative endeavor. I get to know my client’s job requirements - both emotional and practical – and generate software or hand-drafted renderings of the finished product for client feedback and input. To achieve the desired result for my client I may:
- Lend authenticity through historical elements from rustic to luxury, period to modern
- Employ delightful and unexpected use of space
- Introduce textures through the use of textiles, wood, steel, stone, or other materials
- Apply custom paint treatments to achieve one-of-a-kind surfaces with impact
- Develop coordinated color palate and graphic elements that unite other design choices
- Use shapes and lighting to affect desired mood
Skills:
Creative:
- Proficient in CAD (Vectorworks 3D models and renderings)
- Photoshop
- Fabrication
- Miniature model construction
- Artistic and custom paint treatments
- Work seamlessly with required trades people
- Excellent relationships with technical directors, art directors
- Professional, driven to deliver value
- Operate effectively and creatively within time, budget, and space constraints