CET Designer- Independent Contractor at Design Support Partners LLC (2026-03 – 2026-04)
- Provided CET Designer and space planning support for U.S. based commercial furniture projects, developing furniture layouts based on client requirements, space constraints, and product specifications.
- Prepared and reviewed design documentation, drawings and project deliverables, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project requirements.
- Worked independently and coordinated directly with the Design Director on project requirements, revisions and deliverables.
Project Designer at Design Support Partners LLC (2025-08 – 2026-03)
Project Designer at Bold Business PH Inc. (2025-08 – 2025-08)
- Developed space plans, test fits, and detailed design drawings using CET, SketchUp, CAD Workspace and generated project specifications using Configura ProjectSpec for corporate workplace projects with a Chicago based Haworth Best-in-Class dealer.
- Prepared complete design documentation and specifications, coordinated with project teams, salespersons and vendors, and ensured accuracy, quality control and timely delivery.
- Created PowerPoint visual presentations to effectively communicate design concepts, layouts, and project solutions to clients.
- Worked with multiple product lines, including Haworth, AIS, Groupe LaCasse, JSI, Byrne, Humanscale, Stylex and others.
Supervisor at Studio West PH Inc. (2022-10 – 2025-08)
DesignAudit Team Lead at Studio West PH Inc. (2021-05 – 2022-09)
Senior DesignAuditor at Studio West PH Inc. (2017-09 – 2021-04)
DesignAuditor at Studio West PH Inc. (2015-02 – 2017-09)
Designer/Space Planner at Studio West PH Inc. (2013-08 – 2015-02)
- Supported major U.S. commercial furniture dealerships primarily Steelcase accounts, through CET-based space planning, AutoCAD drafting, generation of specifications, performing detailed design audits and project documentation across high-volume projects.
- Applied knowledge of commercial furniture systems and manufacturer specifications to resolve design issues and ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Mentored designers and design auditors, supported team members through design reviews, technical guidance and process-support, helping maintain consistent quality and productivity.
- Contributed to key projects, including creating efficiency benchmark calculator, improving training curriculums, automations, Power BI reports and analysis, designing the SW Philippines office in Mandaluyong City, and co-developing the digitized audit process during the transition from onsite to remote/hybrid set-up during the pandemic.
- Corporate Values Awardee (Q2 of 2022) for Excellence, People Focus, Thinking out of the Box and Can-Do Attitude
- Hall of Fame Awardee (2021) for garnering the highest score in all Rewards Criteria including punctuality, quality and accuracy
- Corporate Values Awardee (Q4 of 2019) for Excellence; Accountability and Integrity; Teamwork; Creative Thinking and Innovation; Best-People; Can-Do-Attitude
- Extra Mile Awardee (Dec 2017)
Jr Designer- ProjectBased at Freelance (2011-10 – 2013-08)
- Offered freelance design consultations and supported Principal Designers by conducting site visits, proposing layouts and designs, preparing shop drawings and contract documents (using CAD, SketchUp, and V-Ray), and collaborating with architects and contractors.
- Involved in sourcing, cost engineering, and project management for various residential, commercial, and restaurant projects.
JuniorInterior Designer at Bo Bedre Inc. (Empire Designs) (2011-03 – 2011-08)
- Provided design assistance to Principal Designers by proposing layouts and designs, preparing shop drawings and contract documents, sourcing and cost engineering, and project management of various residential and condominium projects.
JuniorInterior Design Trainee at Rchitects Inc. (2010-07 – 2010-09)
- Provided assistance to Senior level designers and architects through space planning, sourcing and procurement of FFE.
- Projects involved schools, major resorts and commercial banks.
