Experience

Smith & Ragsdale Interior Design

• United States
• Design Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Interior Designer, Owner

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  Abby Smith is known for her ability to conceptualize design criteria and aesthetically appropriate strategies that create sophisticated and timeless interior spaces. Previous to her successful residential interior design business, Abby had her own graphic design studio that specialized in packaging design. Four of her kitchen designs have been chosen as regional finalists in the international Sub-Zero | Wolf Kitchen Design Contest. Her work has been featured on HGTV, chosen as a Houzz Kitchen of the Week, and appeared in numerous books and magazines. Show less



Abby Smith Interiors

• Principal

  • Jan 2011 - Present

  Visionary: Ability to conceptualize a well thought out, aesthetically appropriate design strategy – refocusing the goals and direction of the company to create residences that are sophisticated and timeless design solutions. Vast Knowledge Base of Building Materials, Finish-Out and Furnishings: Ability to execute all the details that goes into creating a turn key residence with a focus on creating interior design and furniture selections appropriate for residential or commercial remodeling clients. Award-winning Kitchen Designer: Singled out for the ability to successfully balance function with form– Received the prestigious Sub-Zero/Wolf International Kitchen Design Award three years in a row. Show less



Quorum Design + Construct

• Designer and Principal of Firm

  • Jan 1999 - Sep 2010

  Lead designer and principal of a premier high-end custom home building and interior design firm in Dallas. My most valuable asset is my ability to conceptualize a well thought out and aesthetically appropriate design strategy for a project, and then be able to execute all the details that goes into creating a turn-key residence. During my tenure and with my input with the firm, we were able to triple the number of homes successfully designed, built and sold in a year. The company, known for their sophisticated interior design aesthetic, was featured regularly on television and in the international media. My kitchen designs have been singled out to receive the prestigious SubZero-Wolf® International Kitchen Design Award three times in-a-row. As principal of the firm I was able to define the design criteria for each project, make staff related decisions, and oversee the decorative selections and purchasing of materials and furnishings. Show less



Egan Design Associates

• Principal, Creative Director

  • 1981 - 2001

  • Extensive Graphic Design Experience: Fifteen-plus years experience as a Principal, Creative Director and Graphic Designer for a successful design studio with the emphasis on marketing design and production for nationally branded clients. • Skilled Dealing with issues of Professional Responsibility: Initiated contact and made presentations to new prospects; maintained relationships with established clients; conducted problem-solving discussions; framed marketing strategy specific to the product; presented specific design solutions. • Marketing Driven Strategist: Successfully integrated the big-business picture– taking into account distribution, marketing, budget and manufacturing criteria; summarized this information in a creative brief that sets the creative strategy. • Possess a High level of Concept and Design Skill: Adept at translating strategic brand communication into a visual message – emphasizing the company’s unique selling proposition. • Successful Management and Supervisory Experience: Directed a team in all phases of the design process, from creative through press-runs; evaluated the capabilities of vendors; prepared specifications and managed the bidding process; directly interfaced with all suppliers– including photographers, illustrators, copywriters, designers and printers. • Positive Attitude and Unquestionable Work Ethic: Ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple projects simultaneously; a dedicated team player; able to brainstorm, mentor, motivate and build esteem; strong organizational skills. • Possess Advanced Technical Production Skills: Skilled in basic software design programs, art directing copywriters and photographers, utilizing proofreaders marks, specifying type and paper, press specifications and press proofing. Awards Show less