Reshma Shah

Westfield, NJ 07090
rs5ed348@westpost.net
OBJECTIVE
To achieve a long-term career and embrace new challenges within the Interior Des
ign field which will allow me to fully encompass my extensive leadership, consul
ting, and interior design expertise.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head Designer/Consultant
2001a..
Medical/Beauty Spa Pisataway,NJ
a Design and Execution of a medical and Beauty Spa included as a turn key projec
t , Including flooring, electrical layout ,wall finishes , equipment selection ,
furniture layout,soft furnishing, esthetics as well functional results.
Residences in Hong Kong, Hong Kong China
a Created comfortable and well-organized areas for family life and guest enterta
inment. Implemented all carpet, paint, fabric, and other building material palet
tes for clientas interior bedroom and living room design
Santa Cruz House, Santa Cruz CA 2001-2008
a Completed this renovation of an elite house to include an entertainment area r
enovation to transform an uninviting space into a modern, fully integrated bar w
ith the public living space. Design elements included rugs, couches, curtains, b
ar stools, and other smaller decorative elements
Designs for Harmony Diamonds, Manhattan, NY
2005
a Headed this high-end project; a diamond firm in Manhattan, NYC from start to e
nd. Designed the floor plan layout, furniture layout, electric and ceiling plans
, and made all material color selections
a Worked closely with the client to make this project a key turn-around project
for the firm. Established and maintained major security measures for the in-hous
e designer showroom. Interacted frequently with the contractor to ensure adheren
ce to specifications at all times
Design Division, Dubai, U.A.E.
Assistant Designer
Jun 1997 a" Jul 1999
a Worked within the in-house Architectural and Designing Division for the Dubai
Royal Family. Lead some of the more challenging projects, including the full des
igns of the Personal and Private Court rooms, Nursery rooms, and outhouses for t
he Royal Family servants
a Served as the primary resource to the team, and provided clear direction to se
veral field associates, designers, and production staff
a Fully designed all floor lay-outs for each of the projects. Was in charge of a
ll material selections and purchases
Dry Flower Business, Dubai, U.A.E.
Small Business Owner
Feb 1997 a" Aug 1998
a Owned and lead a successful business in dried flowers; in partnership with ano
ther capable and experienced designer
a Worked with partner to purchase raw materials from some of the most artistic d
ealers in India. Then, worked with co-owner to finish the beautiful and innovati
ve designs in our design studio
a Served clients that included famous Royal associates who utilized the decorati
ons in their residences and offices
a Built a unique and well-recognized client base which included Hotel Hyatt and
other well-known hotels
a Participated in the Dubai Festival and purchased supplies to be included in th
e designs from the surrounding regions
Elysee Designs, Dubai, U.A.E.
Head Interior Designer
Nov 1994 a" Feb 1997
a Supervised work such as the gamut of design, selection, purchase, costs and bu
dgeting processes of each project
a Introduced clients to the team and managed all client interactions. Coordinate
d room lay-outs with ready-made furniture and specifically fabricated, self-enha
nced designs
a Managed sales correspondence in local and overseas markets; delegated duties a
nd responsibilities to increase efficiency and productivity of each project
Parekh Sahani & Associates, Mumbai, India

Associate Designer
Jun 1991 a
" Nov 1994
a Marketed proposed designs to clients and executed designs using most renowned,
high-end materials
a Carefully completed budget and cost analysis, including book-keeping and accou
nting for each project
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Aptech Institute of Computers, Dubai, U.A.E.
1989
Rachna Sansad Academy of Architecture, Bombay, India a" Interior Design Gradu
ate 1988 a" 1990
Bombay University, Maharashtra Board, India - Bachelor of Commerce with Major
in Management 1986 a" 1989
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Complete knowledge and experience with designer and graphic software application
s including Illustrator, Photoshop, and AutoCAD. Impressive portfolio of sup
ervised projects and print graphics are available upon request.