Steve Hall

Senior Development Designer and CAD Professional with extensive experience delivering bespoke retail, commercial interiors, furniture, POS and shopfitting solutions. Skilled in concept development, 3D CAD modelling, technical drawing production, supplier management and manufacturing liaison. Experienced in translating architectural concepts into practical, cost-effective production solutions.

Kitchen Sales Designer at Howdens Joinery (2026-01 – 2026-06)

Temporary assignment (6 months)

Residential Property Renovation Project Manager at Self-employed (2024-01 – 2025-12)

Career Break - Completed the full renovation and modernisation of a residential property, managing project planning, budgeting, contractor coordination and construction works.

Kitchen Designer at Wren Kitchens (2024-01 – 2024-04)

Temporary assignment (4 months)

Designer at Rhubarb Seating (2024-01 – 2024-03)

Temporary assignment (3 months)

Senior CAD Technician / 3D Development Designer at MBD Ltd (2017-01 – 2024-12)

• Developed architectural concepts into manufacturable workplace and furniture solutions.
• Produced detailed 3D models, renders and technical production drawings.
• Coordinated external suppliers and manufacturers throughout project delivery.
• Managed bespoke commercial interior projects from concept through production.

Frame Designer / Technician at G Plan Upholstery Ltd (2016-01 – 2017-12)

• Frame design and technical development for upholstery manufacturing.

Senior Development Designer at Frontline Display International (2014-01 – 2016-12)

• Designed and developed bespoke POS and display solutions.
• Produced production-ready CAD drawings and specifications.

Freelance Industrial 3D Designer at 3D3 Design Consultancy (2013-01 – 2014-12)

Delivered shopfitting, signage and retail design solutions for UK display companies.

Design & CAD Manager at Albion Design & Fabrication Ltd (2006-01 – 2013-12)

• Led design and CAD operations for bespoke POP and retail display projects.
• Managed CNC production drawing output and departmental activities.

Various design, studio management, creative leadership and CAD management roles at Multiple (HL Display UK, MMC Ltd, Signature Marketing & Design Communications, TRG Design Consultants, BFK H Bloom Signs, Astley Signs) (1981-01 – 2006-12)

Progressed through design, studio management, creative leadership and CAD management roles.

• Developed expertise in retail environments, signage, exhibition design, print production, client management and commercial project delivery.

NWRC in Advertising & Design (City & Guilds Equivalent) in Advertising Art & Design – Tameside College of Technology, Ashton-under-Lyne (1979-01 – 1981-12)