Erica G.

Experience

• Interior Designer House Curate Company, Inc. · Self-employed Aug 2016 – Present 9 yrs 4 mos Crown Point, IN, United States At House Curate Company Inc., I lead with a design-forward approach to interior styling, staging, and space planning. I oversee all aspects of the creative process—from concept development and material selection to installation and final styling. My role includes:
  
  - Designing modern, minimalist interiors tailored to client lifestyles and brand identities
  - Managing staging projects for real estate listings to enhance market appeal and buyer engagement
  - Coordinating with contractors, vendors, and clients to ensure seamless execution
  - Creating visual presentations, mood boards, and FF&E packages
  - Overseeing budgets, timelines, and procurement logistics
  Integrating design with real estate strategy to maximize property value and impact
  
  I combine design expertise with business acumen to deliver spaces that are both beautiful and strategic.
• Interior Designer Forms + Funktion, Inc. · Full-time Feb 2007 – Aug 2016 9 yrs 6 mos Gary, IN, United States At Forms + Funktion, I led interior and architectural design projects from concept through completion. My role involved:
  
  - Programming, space planning, and design development
  - Producing construction documents and overseeing site inspections
  - Creating 3D renderings, presentation boards, and finish/material specifications
  - Coordinating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings
  - Acting as Owner’s Representative, managing contractor communications, reviewing proposals, and handling change orders
  - Preparing RFQs, RFIs, and project documentation
  - Managing move-ins, installations, and post-occupancy evaluations
  
  I brought a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to every phase of the design and construction process, ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.