BS Interior Design
University of Santo Tomas
I am a graduate of BS Interior Design from University of Santo Tomas (Philippines) and a Licensed Interior Designer. I have 4 years experience as a Virtual Interior Designer with a US based Company (Italian Kitchen Design) and 12 years experience in Project Management and Construction Management in the Philippines.
I used to be a Virtual Interior Designer back in 2012, I did drawings of kitchen cabinets, vanity cabinets and other modulars, I also did their proposals and at times, 3d models of the cabinets for better visualization of clients. Being a Virtual Interior Designer then, gave me the opportunity of flexible time to work and as well as to study for my Licensure Exam, -- fortunately, I passed the exam. Having the eagerness to learn more, I decided to explore the corporate world, I started being in a Rank and File position, slowly climbed the ladder to Supervisor, and now to Assistant Manager.
With all my experiences both virtual and on corporate world, I believe that I can do and complete tasks given to me with SMART goals and beyond ordinary. I am also keen on details and has initiative to perform tasks that would be helpful to the business.
University of Santo Tomas
Licensed Interior Designer, responsible for creating aesthetically pleasing and functional interior spaces bringing the client’s desired preference / design to life, this typically includes the following:
-Client Profile and Client Communication - Creating a client profile to understand their needs, budget and desired design on the space. Constantly providing regular updates on the project
-Space planning & Design concept - Analyzing and optimizing the use of available space considering client preferences. Planning and SPecifying appropriate lighting to enhance the ambiance and functionality of the space
-Material Selection including FF&E - choosing appropriate materials, colors and furnishings for the interior spaces. Creating custom furniture design, if needed, to suit the design theme and requirement. Choosing artwork, decorative items, and accessories that compliment the overall design
-Cost Estimate - provide design and services within client’s budget
-Presentation to client - creating visual presentation to client including 2D and 3D drawings, Mood boards and Swatch board
-Interior Design Assistant Manager of Proscenium at Rockwell, which consists of 5 Residential Towers, Retail Row, Office Building (LEED Gold) and state of the art Performing Arts Theater with the latest stage technology available in the world and the first of its kind in the Philippines.
-Directly involves management activities over and above the normal architectural and engineering services carried out during the pre-design, design and construction phase with the overall objective to have control over time, cost and quality relative to the construction of a project.
-Review drawings given by the US based Interior Designer, thus incorporating the standards and the needs of the space.
-Review of submitted construction drawings of local designers. Presided design workshop should there be clashes among the various allied professionals. Evaluation of technical drawings submitted by third party contractors of the project such as RFA, RFI, RFC, shop drawings through Autodesk BIM360.
-Direct coordination with consultants, contractors and trade experts for design conflicts arising on-site within the parameters of time, cost and quality.
-Sourced specified materials from different countries (e.g USA; Singapore;Europe)
-Evaluation and accreditation of contractors and suppliers bidding for each package of the project, starting from frequent ocular visits of projects completed, fabrication plant (as needed), review of technical submissions, cost analysis until the awarding
-Thorough and fair review of cost-related documents such as cost proposals, progress billings, augmentation and variation orders of architectural packages in a timely manner. Evaluates and delineates contractors' scope of works diligently and assess cost implications.
Site inspection and checking if the works are being carried out according to the approved plans.
-Manages a team of Site Architects that monitors the activities of contractors
-Micro managed Contractors’/Suppliers’ Project -Manager to Project-in-Charge down to its worker on site.
-Quality Control and Assurance of the space prior turn over.
PROJECTS HANDLED:
Proscenium at Rockwell
Rockwell Performing Arts Theater (January 2019- Present)
Proscenium Phase 2 Retail Row (November 2020 - Present)
1Proscenium Office Building (November 2020 - October 2022
Proscenium at Rockwell Residential Towers (July 2016 – March 2023)
Kirov Tower
Sakura Tower
Lorraine Tower
Lincoln Tower
The Proscenium Residences
The Grove by Rockwell (August 2015 - July 2016)
Full time supervision of 80 units Serviced Apartment on one of the six towers from construction works to turnover.
QA/QC inspection of construction works in progress to ensure compliance with plans, technical specifications and quality standards.
Provides the Client with means and measures to ensure the proper function and maintenance of the units and site after
-Made the Facebook Page of chiKorean Minimart - A Korean Specialty Grocery Store
-Social Media Management
-Social Media Plan Strategies
-Social Media Marketing
-Branding
-Content Creation
-Copywriting (Captions & Hashtags)
-Engagements
-Did the overall layout and production design for Signages, advertisements, brochures, magazines and corporate reports, via canva, photo shop and sketch up
-Interprets drawings submitted by the design consultant and prepares preliminary sketches/ schematic drawings for approval.
-Prepares working drawings showing plans, elevation, sections material finishes an other aspect of the project
-Prepares material take-offs and budgetary estimates from approved drawings.
-Prepares and update material and drawing checklists for record and monitoring
-Prepares scope of works and project schedule
-Coordinates with Engineers, Contractors and Suppliers to ensure on time and accurate delivery of the project
-Conducts site inspection and monitors project implementation to ensure that site works are carried out according to approved drawings
-Prepares Design Criteria drawings
-Prepares and present project update reports
-Proper documentation of approved drawings and materials for future reference
United Laboratories Inc. (UNILAB - PPMD
-Checks Plans and Construction for quality and consistency issues.
-Perform on-site inspections to assess workmanship, materials, and installation quality.
-Document and report non-conformities, defects, and deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
-Ensure that contractors and subcontractors adhere to quality control procedures and standards.
-Maintain accurate records of QA/QC inspections, findings, and corrective actions.
-Monitors construction issues and schedule.
-In charge of Certificate of Billing (COB) and Cash Flows.
-In charge of Budget Monitoring and Project Progress report.
-Produce detailed, dimensioned drawings and plans for modular cabinets, (kitchen, toilets, closets, linen and storages) using Autocad
-Prepares cost proposals via linear meter
-Make revisions to the design as needed based on feedback from clients.
-Do 3D as per Client request
-Involves selling furniture to clients.
-Meet with clients to understand their interior design needs, preferences, and budget constraints.
-Had a deep understanding of the company's furniture products including the details and advantages of the materials used.
-Provide Interior Design advice and recommendations to clients in choosing furniture that should go according to their preferred style and trends
-Assist clients in managing their budgets for design projects, offering cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality and design integrity.
-Provide exceptional customer service throughout the sales process and after the sale, addressing client inquiries and concerns promptly.
-Handles the company advertisements (Tarpaulin / Brochures / Newspaper Ads).
-In charge of the stores furniture layout and visual merchandising.
Graphic designers create visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform and captivate consumers.
Create functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing spaces.