SUMMARY OF SKILLS:

• 14 + years of junior/senior level design and project management experience (both in building design and interior works).

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management abilities. • Excellent manual sketching presentation and communication skills.

 • Proven record of successfully designing and managing Interior projects from conceptualization through completion. • Strong clientele relationship skills.

 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

 Interiors by Steven G, Pompano Beach, FL Designer / Renderer (2009 – present)

• Conduct preliminary review of architectural and MEP drawings, site inspection and data gathering. • Prepare perspective drawings and visual aid presentation. • Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of project contracts, scope and services.

Perla Lichi Design, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Senior Designer / Project Manager for Middle East projects (2007 – 2009)

 • Prepare conceptual designs and conduct preliminary review of architectural drawings specifically for high end residential and commercial projects. • Monitor day to day activities of on going projects, providing oversight and supervision if projects are being executed according with firm’s policies, standard documentation and contract terms. • Maintain and enhance effective work flow, scheduling, provide updates, and participate in external and internal coordination project meetings.

Design Club, Dubai, UAE Senior Architect / Designer (2004 – 2007)

• Conduct clientele meetings, on site data gathering and formulates design concepts and issue preliminary drawings. (to next page) • Undertake material sourcing and vendors, review and recommend bids for sub-contractors. • Review scope of projects prior to execution, coordinate with production and process necessary permits from government agencies.

Emirates Décor, Dubai, UAE Head Designer (1999 – 2004)

• Develop project planning strategies, design concepts and guidelines for each project starting from inception, presentation, production/ installation to completion. • Attend to day to day activities of design department and estimation, distribute work assignments, target goals, scheduling and monitor staff accomplishment. • Preside of regular design staff meetings, update status of projects, and enhance design pool productivity.

 Manila Hotel Group, Manila, Philippines Project Architect (1997 – 1999)

 • Review of project proposals, monitoring of site work and regular inspection. • Prepare periodic report on project status, troubleshoot on site problems. D.M.Consunji Inc. Makati, Philippines Junior Architect (1992 – 1997) • Conduct extensive research on “Waffle crete-sytems” as the most economically viable construction method for low-cost mass housing projects being pioneered by the company. • Prepare work schedules and progress reports, attend regular site meetings/ inspections, and handle construction technical drawings.

 EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT:

 Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (1986 – 1992) Technological Institute of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines Architect’s Professional License (1994) Professional Regulation Commission, Manila, Philippines

 AFFILIATION:

United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) Regular member (since 1994) SPECIAL SKILLS: Extensive manual sketching abilities (building design and interior) Technical works using Autocad 2009, Archicad 2010 and Photoshop (minimal use)

PERSONAL REFERENCES:

 Ms. Valerie Libonati -Interior Designer- (954) 6489858

Yolanda Signore- Interior Architect- (954) 4838304

Molly Silverstein -Interior Designer- (954)4480382