Karla Roel

With a Bachelor's degree in Product Design and a recent Interior Decorating Diploma from Bow Valley College, I found my passion in residential design. I love helping clients create homes that reflect who they are through thoughtful design, custom furniture, and carefully selected materials and finishes. I'm naturally organized, curious, and always eager to learn.

I'm looking for an opportunity to continue growing within Calgary's residential design industry, contribute to a collaborative team, and create spaces that people truly enjoy living in.

Capstone Interior Design Project at Bow Valley College (2026-01 – 2026-04)

• Developed a complete residential interior design proposal for a multigenerational condominium, guiding the project from initial concept through final presentation.
• Created space plans, furniture layouts, elevations, mood boards, and 3D renderings to communicate design ideas and support client decision-making.
• Selected furniture, materials, finishes, lighting, and décor to create a cohesive, functional, and accessible home tailored to the client's lifestyle and needs.
• Collaborated with a teammate throughout the project, presenting design solutions, incorporating feedback, and refining the final proposal.
• Produced technical drawings and design documentation using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Enscape to support the final design package.

Visual Content & Brand Designer at Roel Botines (2021-02 – 2025-09)

• Developed the brand's visual identity by creating graphics, marketing materials, and digital content that reflected its story, values, and long-term vision.
• Collaborated directly with clients to understand their goals and translate their ideas into creative visual solutions that supported their brand and business objectives.
• Designed multimedia content for digital platforms, helping strengthen brand recognition, engage new audiences, and attract potential customers.
• Presented design concepts, gathered client feedback, and refined creative solutions while maintaining clear communication throughout each project.

Product & Interior Design Specialist at Momoto (2021-05 – 2023-03)

• Worked closely with clients to understand their lifestyle, needs, and personal style, helping them create spaces that felt functional, welcoming, and uniquely their own.
• Designed custom furniture and developed personalized interior solutions through space planning, material selection, and finish coordination tailored to each project.
• Created visual presentations, product catalogs, and marketing materials that showcased new collections while communicating the brand's identity through thoughtful storytelling.
• Styled and refreshed the showroom with seasonal displays and new product launches, creating an inviting environment that enhanced the customer experience.
• Collaborated with suppliers and the design team to coordinate materials, product availability, and project details, ensuring projects moved forward smoothly and on schedule.

Junior Product Designer at Momoto (2019-10 – 2021-05)

• Supported the design team in developing custom furniture and interior solutions for residential and commercial projects.
• Assisted in creating visual presentations, product catalogs, and marketing materials that showcased new collections and communicated design concepts.
• Helped prepare material palettes, finish selections, and product specifications to support client presentations and project development.
• Produced product photography and edited visual content using Adobe Creative Suite to enhance catalogs, social media, and promotional materials.
• Collaborated with the design team on project documentation, supplier coordination, and material sourcing while gaining hands-on experience throughout the design process.

Diploma in Interior Decorating – Bow Valley College (2024-09 – 2026-05)

Semester International Exchange – ELISAVA (2019-08 – 2019-12)

Bachelor in Product Design – Universidad Iberoamericana (2017-09 – 2021-12)