About Me
I’m a furniture designer who is focused on delivering products that convey both function and form. I am fluent and have a firm foundation in design and CAD software that allow me to translate my strong ideation and refinement skills to tangible products.
My excellent communication skills have aided me in the supporting aspects of my career such as managing international vendor relations, overseeing a team of design interns, and in presentation of concepts to executives.
Skills
Research & Development
Collaborate with vendors and internal team to value engineer furniture to achieve target pricing
Construct functional models and rapid prototyping
Working knowledge of shop equipment for laser cutting and 3D printing
Employ Anthropometric data in creating ergonomic products
Design & Problem-Solving
Design and refine luxury furniture collections
Translate licencee and archive 2D design elements to 3D furniture concepts
Follow and Implement design trends
Conceive elegant solutions to balance functionality with aesthetics.
Engage in thoughtful critiques, receiving and offering constructive feedback
Software Proficiency
Mastery of Solidworks - experienced in implementing templates and technical drawing standards
Proficiency in Alias and Rhino including manually manipulating and refining surfaces
Vast understanding of rendering photo realistic product renders with Keyshot or equivalent software
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Proficiency in Office Suite.
Leadership & Collaboration
-Oversee and mentor a team of design interns, fostering growth and collaboration.
-Manage vendor relations across Southeast Asia, ensuring quality, consistency, and on-time deliverables.
-International experience traveling to factories and trade shows in India, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore to oversee production and gather design insights.
-Translate abstract sketches into production-ready assets, bridging communication between design and manufacturing teams.
Experience
Industrial Designer 2022-Present
Pottery Barn - San Francisco
Associate Industrial Designer 2021-2022
Pottery Barn - San Francisco
Junior Industrial Designer 2017-2021
Selamat Designs - South San Francisco
Intern 2017
Selamat Designs - South San Francisco
Education
Academy of Art University - San Francisco, CA 2014-2018
Industrial Design - Product Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
