Experience

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  Skulpod

  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  • Founder & Director

    • Jan 2018 - Present
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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  Southern Guild

  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  • Senior Production Manager

    • Feb 2020 - Apr 2022
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    I managed procedures and operations for Southern Guild's interior projects and exhibitions ensuring high-quality production of art, furniture, and hospitality items with strict adherence to timelines and finishes. I also oversaw logistics and quality control with manufacturers, while sourcing and developing new products. My role started with overseeing operations for Xigera, a unique 7-star luxury camp in Botswana's Okavango Delta, and I was later brought on as a permanent staff member.

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  Private Company • Architectural Services

  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  • Founder | Property Developer

    • Nov 2016 - Feb 2020
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Bought - AirBnb’d - re-designed - renovated and sold apartments in the Atlantic Seaboard area in Cape Town, South Africa.

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  HALDANE MARTIN DESIGN

  • Cape Town Area, South Africa

  • Senior Project Manager

    • Oct 2015 - Jul 2016
    • Cape Town Area, South Africa

    As Haldane's Senior Project Manager, I was responsible for managing and procuring his interior projects, including overseeing the design team and manufacturing and building detailed furniture pieces. It was an absolute pleasure to work with and manage such a talented team of designers and craftsmen, bringing Haldane's unique vision to life. Working with one of South Africa's most iconic furniture designers was a treat, and I am proud to have played a key role in the success of the business.

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  Private Fund

  • Marbella, Spain & London, UK & Cape Town, South Africa.

  • Senior Interior Designer & Production Manager

    • Jul 2011 - Dec 2015
    • Marbella, Spain & London, UK & Cape Town, South Africa.

    I was responsible for managing an international property development company that catered to high-end residential clientele, overseeing all aspects of the operation, including creating luxurious environments that reflected each project's unique location and clients' preferences, sourcing and managing high-end suppliers and consultants, overseeing the design team, controlling project budgets, and traveling internationally to manage architectural projects across different locations. It was an incredible opportunity to lead and manage such a diverse range of tasks on a global scale, and I am proud to have delivered successful projects that exceeded expectations.

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  Dish Design

  • Cape Town Area, South Africa

  • Founder & Interior Designer

    • Jan 2004 - Jul 2011
    • Cape Town Area, South Africa

    As the founder and owner of my own company, I was responsible for managing full turn-key projects for residential, commercial, and retail spaces. This included designing and creating space plans, technical drawings, and lighting/electrical layouts, managing budgets, selecting FF&E, and creating finishing schedules. I coordinated projects from start to completion and built long-term relationships with clients and suppliers through effective marketing and positive customer experiences. It was an incredible opportunity to run my own business and deliver successful projects that exceeded client expectations.

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  DB&B

  • Singapore

  • Interior Designer

    • Feb 2002 - Sep 2003
    • Singapore

    Responsibilities include working on commercial and retail projects, translating project goals into appropriate conceptual designs, creating proposals, and presenting designs to clients. Managing space planning, technical drawings, lighting/electrical layouts, selecting FF&E within budget, and creating finishing schedules. Reporting to a Design Director and collaborating with 3D visualizers and architects. Maintaining effective relationships with design studio resources, attending team and site meetings, taking minutes, and managing client relations and communications.