Autumn C.

Experience

• Principal Interior Designer Studio Amalou · Self-employed Feb 2018 – Present 8 yrs 7 mos San Diego, CA, USA Founder and Principal Interior Designer of Studio Amalou, an independent interior design studio specializing in residential and commercial interiors. I lead projects from initial concept through design development, documentation, sourcing, procurement, and installation.
  
  My work includes space planning, AutoCAD drawings and construction documents, SketchUp modeling, finish and material selections, FF&E sourcing, custom millwork, and coordination with clients, architects, contractors, fabricators, and vendors.
  
  Projects range from budget-conscious spaces requiring creative, resourceful solutions to highly detailed, high-end residential renovations. As a small studio, I oversee both the creative and operational sides of each project, with a hands-on approach from concept through completion.
• Interior Designer Self-employed · Freelance Jan 2018 – Feb 2026 8 yrs 1 mos San Diego, CA, USA Provide full-service interior design and technical design support for residential and boutique commercial projects, from initial concept through installation. Experienced working both in-person and remotely, independently and collaboratively with clients, architects, contractors, fabricators, and vendors to develop thoughtful, functional spaces and execute projects from concept to completion.
  
  Services include space planning, AutoCAD drafting and construction documentation, floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting plans, elevations, custom millwork and detailing, SketchUp 3D modeling, finish and material selections, FF&E sourcing and specification, procurement, vendor coordination, project management, and final styling.
  
  Experienced in both ground-up and renovation projects, with the ability to step into projects at any stage and provide flexible design, drafting, sourcing, or project-based support based on the needs of the project and design team.
• Designer Basile Studio · Full-time Feb 2018 – Oct 2019 1 yrs 8 mos San Diego, CA, USA Worked as part of the design team at Basile Studio, a multidisciplinary design and fabrication studio specializing in hospitality and commercial interiors. Supported projects through various stages of the design process while gaining hands-on experience in a highly collaborative studio environment.
  
  Responsibilities included assisting with design development, space planning, material and finish selections, sourcing, drafting and documentation, presentation materials, and project research. Worked alongside designers, architects, and fabricators to develop custom, detail-driven interiors and gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between design, fabrication, materials, and construction.