TAYLOR LEWIS

lewistaylor.93@gmail.com 604-354-8370 www.taylor-lewis.weebly.com

PROFILE
Passionate, competent and creative interior designer eager to gain experience in an innovative and dynamic environment. Looking for a
challenging position, one which will make best use of my strong creative skills and flair for design and also to further my personal and
professional development.

SKILLS
Interior Design Commercial and residential planning from concept to completion of a project.
Presenting design concepts visually to effectively communicate with clients.
Design and sourcing of custom millwork and furniture to suite the functional and aesthetic needs
of each client.

AutoCAD Complete construction drawing and specification sets from building permit submital all the way
to the construction phase of the project.

Computer Skills AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Textiles & Applications FF&E selection and ordering through wholesale and retail vendors.
Knowledge of trending materials and products to create and furnish a space.

Building Codes Understanding of regulatory structural requirements, health/safety issues and ADA requirements.

Project Management Aware of the planning, organization and communication skills to get a job done on-time
and on-budget.

History of Decorative Arts Possess in depth knowledge of various decorating styles and their origins.

EDUCATION
Interior Design Diploma Oct 2014 - Sept 2015
The Art Institute of Vancouver, British Columbia
Graduated on the Deans List

Interior Decorating Diploma Sept 2012 - Apr 2014

Sheridan College, Ontario, Canada
Graduated with High Honors and a 4.0 GPA

Interior Decorating Certificate Sept 2010 - Apr 2011

Barbados Community College, Barbados

WORK EXPERIENCE
Interior Designer June 2015 - Present
Curve Interiors, Vancouver, British Colombia
Create full working drawings, elevations, sections, drawing details and specifications for residential
and commercial projects.
Present schematic drawings, concepts, boards and SketchUp models as part of the development
process to help clients visualize the space more eciently.
Responsible for the coordination, procurement, sourcing & budgeting of materials and FF&E selections.
Liase with residential and A+D trades on a daily basis.
for new construction, renovations and tenant improvements.
Facilitate in the production, installation and delivery process of jobs.
Primarily responsible for social media upkeep.
Responsible for time, organization and relationship management.
WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
Interior Decorator July 2014 Sept 2014
Archers Hall Design Centre, Speightstown, Barbados
Involved in a large scale project at a luxury marina and resort: sourcing FF&E
selections; produced drawings for custom made pieces; liaised with contractors
as well as fabric and furniture designers; facilitated in the final purchase orders.
Collaborated with the head designer to present initial ideas to clients.
Personally liaised with clients during the design process: producing
lighting and furniture drawings on AutoCAD for their new residence.

Apr 2014 June 2014

Jacqueline Glass and Associates, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Assisted the head designer with a model home, sourcing linens and
finishing accessories for the residence.
Facilitated in the final styling of a clients home.
Attended client consultations with Designers.
Produced AutoCAD drawings for clients.
Assisted Jacqueline Glass with a bedroom inspired demonstration
at Burlington Mall.

Lead intern at Interior Design Firm May 2013 Aug 2013

Stephanie Barnes Design Studio, Barbados
On-site measuring for materials and soft furnishings to my discretion.
Experience with the installation and delivery process of a private million dollar home.
Helped to stage a penthouse suite at Portico, St James, Barbados.
Sourced finishing accessories and touches for a private luxury home.

AWARDS
Mavis Addison Quaile Award of Excellence for Drawings and Communications April 2014
Sheridan College Institute of Technology, Ontario, Canada

Award of Excellence for Drafting and Detailing April 2014

Sheridan College Institute of Technology, Ontario, Canada

Irving Burgie award for excellence in Literary and Creative Art June 2009
The National Cultural Foundation, The Government of Barbados

COMMUNITY SERVICE
As a student of St. Winifreds School I voluntered in the Pediactric ward
of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados

Car wash to raise funds for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti

INTERESTS
In my spare time I enjoy hiking, playing the guitar, socialising with friends,
traveling and creating design boards on Pinterest.

My personal motto is - A GOAL WITHOUT A PLAN IS JUST A WISH