Debbi Des Jardins

• Overcame project obstacles promptly through creative problem-solving strategies.
• Increased overall project success with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to budget constraints.
• Developed customized interior design solutions for clients, resulting in referrals and repeat business.
• Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery of all milestones without compromising quality.
• Leveraged strong communication skills to present design concepts clearly and persuasively to clients.
• Remained current on industry trends by attending workshops, conferences, and trade shows regularly.
• Co-ordination and project management of kitchen and bathroom renovations, flooring, painting projects.
• Designed and manufactured upholstered furniture items collaborating with local upholsterers
• Enhanced client satisfaction by managing interior design projects from initiation to completion.
• Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
• Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
• Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.

• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Developed and maintained strong relationship with apartment owners and the ongoing management of their investment properties.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Established foundational processes for in house refurbishment projects.
• Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, to create the best possible commercial items for projects
• Interacted well with investment owners and suppliers to build connections and nurture relationships
• Implemented, maintained and ran ongoing refurbishment requirements/projects such as painting logs, tile cleaning, apartment upgrades etc
• Assisted investment owners with queries in relation to their investment properties.
• Created and designed a 'signature coastal interior scheme' for the Q1 Resort and Spa
• Liaised and designed furniture with local upholsterers
• Co-ordination and project management of kitchen and bathroom renovations

• Conducted site visits to prepare quotes and design boards
• Streamlined internal processes by implementing efficient project management tools for superior organization.
• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized interior design consultations and recommendations.
• Collaborated with clients to create functional, aesthetically pleasing, and budget-friendly interior designs for commercial and residential properties.
• Selected appropriate color schemes, lighting fixtures, fabrics, furniture pieces that aligned with client vision while adhering to budget constraints.
• Coordinated with vendors and suppliers for the procurement of materials, maintaining project timelines and budgets.
• Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
• Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
• Collaborated with contractors and suppliers for smooth execution of design plans.

Visual Merchandising and styling of this upmarket florist and giftware retail outlet on a contract for the Christmas Campaign 2014.

• Co-ordinated client consultations and provided quotes
• Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and industry news, ensuring relevant styling suggestions for clients.
• Designed floral bouquets and event styles for weddings.
• On site event styling/set ups

• Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Participated in ongoing professional development workshops focused on enhancing expertise within the field of interior design consultation services.
• Increased sales revenue by effectively showcasing merchandise and tailoring presentations to client needs.
• Collaborating selection sheets and preparing contracts/administration for kitchen and bathroom renovations