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Estelle Dore

Interior Designer / Interior Decorator
Mandurah,WA

Summary

Since 2017, Estelle has worked as an Interior Designer and Decorator specializing in bespoke and boutique interiors.


Prior to the pandemic Estelle ran her own interior design practice where throughout the resume you can see her experience.


Throughout her journey, she has accumulated a wealth of knowledge by working for herself and then moving onto project builders for a season, where she now is a full time Interior Designer who works for personal clients and boutique builders alike.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior Designer / Interior Decorator

Estelle Dore Interiors
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive design concepts through sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
  • Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
  • Worked closely with local Boutique Builders providing Interior Design and Interior Selections for large scale new builds.
  • Effectively presented design concepts to clients through mood boards, sketches, floor plans, and 3D renderings.
  • Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
  • Presented compelling design proposals to clients, securing new projects and repeat business.
  • Increased property value through strategic interior renovations tailored to market trends.
  • Implemented multiple high-end residential and interior design projects within cost, quality and timeframe targets.
  • Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
  • Balanced aesthetics with functionality by choosing appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that met client needs.
  • Transformed outdated living spaces into modern environments that reflected current trends while adhering to clients'' preferences.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality materials at cost-effective prices, benefiting overall project budgets.
  • Leveraged 3D modeling Sketchup software to present realistic project visualizations, facilitating client approval and project advancement.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts, followed by FF&E Schedule Writeups.
  • Used AutoCAD, Sketchup, InDesign softwares to present design proposals to clients and builders to establish clear project expectations and goals.

Prestart Consultant

Summit Homes Group
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Undertook duties associated with the role and occasional responsibilities outside of the position's scope.
  • Maintained first point of contact for all communications and new build clientele.
  • Booked and arraned clients for prestart selections on a daily basies via Outlook Calandar.
  • Tracked Jobs via 'Events' in Business Craft software.
  • Conducted prestart process with clients and showed selections throughout the showroom on a daily basis.
  • Thoroughly read plans to clients and drew markups for draftsmen to update.
  • Reviewed and confirmed shire design guidelines, energy efficiencies, BAL ratings or any documentation prior to meeting with a client.
  • Worked with a friendly, transperant and professional persona throught the process until handover.
  • Wrote variations according to Addenda, plans, PPA, PV and builder specs.
  • Shared opinions and professional advise to clients regarding colour selections, finishes, fixtures and layouts.
  • Problems solved and deat with client conflict on a regular basis.
  • Corresponded with Summit Homes suppliers regarding each build.
  • Worked closely with each team throughout required departments.

Leed Nestor - Draftsman

Azztek Kitchens
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Modified CV designs to correct operating deficiencies and reduce production problems.
  • Trained on sending CV drawings to production for assembly.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Organized web-based storage sites and collaboration project sites using ProjectWise or cloud storage to share drawings with project and subcontractors.
  • Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
  • Conducted notes during handover between sales reps to provide initial concept drawing/s.
  • Drafted concept drawings in Cabinet Vision
  • Strong understanding in detailed drawings
  • Conducted Detailed drawings for production
  • Conducted detailed drawings to present to client
  • Cabinet Vision experience
  • Worked within a team mindset throught the company departments.
  • Understood differences of of material orders and appliance requirements prior to installation.
  • Maintained excellent communication between all parties involved in the project.
  • Worked and communicated effectively with architects, designers, builders and project managers over CV drawings.
  • Converted CV drawings to Vortek Spaces Software where 3D renders were to be presented.

Interior Designer

Estelle Dore Interiors
01.2018 - 02.2020
  • Full project management and interior design service
  • Cabinetry design, furniture selection
  • 3D and 2D drawing and visualization with SketchUp & CAD
  • Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
  • Conducted Technical hand drawings
  • Administration and project management
  • Remain at the forefront of current design trends
  • Schedule trades
  • Bathroom design and stone and tile selection
  • Engage and liaise with design representatives and suppliers
  • Manage orders and deliveries
  • Sales and Estimating
  • FF&E schedules

Interior Designer / Team Leader

3 Strand Studios Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Bathroom and residential selections for finishes and furniture
  • Hand sketching, 3D & 2D drawings with SketchUp and CAD
  • Sales, estimating, FF&E schedules
  • Engage and liaise with design reps and suppliers
  • Work with builders and prestart consultants
  • Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
  • Produced detailed cost estimates and coordinated with vendors to deliver budget-friendly solutions.
  • Collaborated with contractors and suppliers for smooth execution of design plans.
  • Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.

Clerk / Legal Secretary

Deacons Lawyers
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Administration and switchboard operation
  • Scheduling
  • Prepare legal documents
  • Deliveries for lawyers to all 4 courts
  • Cleaning office
  • Stock management

Education

Diploma of Interior Design & Decoration -

Billy Blue College of Design
Torrens University
02.2017 - 1 2019

Certificate IV Office Administration - undefined

Alexander College

Skills

    Interior design

    Rendering

    2D and 3D modeling

    3D rendering software

    Sketching

    Space planning

    Proficient in sketchup

    Working drawings and procedures

    Client communication

    AutoCAD proficiency

    Furniture selection

    Material selection

    Product specifications

    Design research

Additional Information

  • My Family
  • Interior Design
  • Architecture
  • Rugby
  • Running and Fitness
  • Nutrition

Software

Cabinet Vision Version 12

Cabinet Vision Version 23

Vortek Space

SketchUp

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Reference

Wayne Ranson

Azztek Kitchens Draftsman (No longer at Azztek)

0413 601 034


Daryn Burke

Director / Builder

D.A Burke Builders

0409 643 584


Marian Don

Recent Client

0417 428 837

Timeline

Interior Designer / Interior Decorator

Estelle Dore Interiors
09.2024 - Current

Prestart Consultant

Summit Homes Group
02.2024 - 08.2024

Leed Nestor - Draftsman

Azztek Kitchens
07.2023 - 08.2023

Interior Designer

Estelle Dore Interiors
01.2018 - 02.2020

Diploma of Interior Design & Decoration -

Billy Blue College of Design
02.2017 - 1 2019

Interior Designer / Team Leader

3 Strand Studios Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2018

Clerk / Legal Secretary

Deacons Lawyers
01.2002 - 01.2004

Certificate IV Office Administration - undefined

Alexander College

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