Thomas J. Bonacci
Interior Designer
ad1wy0@r.postjobfree.com • 702-***-****
www.designhousecorp.com • Las Vegas, NV 89147
Summary
Energetic creative, and enthusiastic interior designer with wide ranging experience offering innovative plans that integrate style and function, Show casing a. History of successful collaboration with architects, developer, contractors, and homeowner(design build ), to create, beautiful, welcoming spaces for clients to enjoy.
Areas of Expertise
Residential design
Commercial design
Custom furnishings
Design build, renovations
Client relations
Contract negotiations
Design project management
Quick problem solving
Color theory
Window treatments
Adaptable & organized
Detail oriented
Professional Experience
International Design House Inc., Las Vegas, NV 2009 – Present
Senior Designer
Motivated interior designer, providing awe-inspiring environments, for residential and commercial clientele. While multi tasking on multiple projects, I would focus on researching unique materials and furnishings. Activities include client meetings, vision clarification, detailed scope of work preparation, budget finalization, and merchandise procurement. Foster productive relationships with vendors and contractors while effectively juggling deliveries and, strict schedules.
Consulted per requests on wedding design. Offering theme ideas, colors, décor, accessories, and lighting, creating the desired ambiance which was then recorded by the venue for future advertising
●Prepared Industry market showroom exhibitions at the Las Vegas World Market Center and the Dallas Market Center.
Furniture Showcase, Henderson, NV 2003 – 2006
Assistant Manager
Streamlined the customer experience. On boarded new employees, and coached staff on procedures to increase sales. Analyzed sales orders for accuracy. Audited daily sales. Influenced showroom merchandising and arranged deliveries.
●Personally participating in at home design consultations resulting in over $1M in new sales during first six months.
●Mastered the art of de-escalating problem situations.
LaStrada Furniture and Interiors, Lauderhill, FL 1994 – 2002
Senior Designer
Directed designer’s work. Authored scope of work statements that included electrical, plumbing & audio, for design/build projects. Facilitated budget meetings, authorized invoices, and negotiated with trades. Utilized understanding of blueprints to verify measurements for demolition according to architectural specifications. Developed client presentations detailing custom-designed and custom-made products. Plans included bespoke designs of furniture, furnishings, finishes, and case goods, as well as specifics about made-to-order upholstery, window treatments, wall coverings, and accessories. Products crafted into existence at our location. Scheduled trades people and maintained job site presence during crucial times. To ensure quick solutions to potential setbacks. Traveled out of state and country for full interior designs. Displayed merchandise for advertising photography. Attended trade shows to remain current.,
●Designed and supervised the implementation of custom built-ins, as well as additional furnishings, electronics, and all accessory items providing complete turnkey-models for a luxury condominium resulting in a dramatic increase in sales.
●Designed and furnished the interior of a new club house and house sales center for the 2nd tower of the luxury condominium
●Designed and furnished model homes and apartments, including club house/sales center for several national builders