Chelsie Zhou MFA, Interior Architecture & Design Contact
Profile
chelsiezhou@outlook.com
I am a Junior Interior Architect Designer, passionately dedicated to sus-
628-235-3795
tainable and functional design in both commercial and residential spaces.
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My ability to manage tasks with a friendly, cooperative approach makes a
San Francisco, CA
harmonious and productive member of any creative team.
Education
Experience
MFA, Interior Architecture and Design
Intern | 6/2023-12/2023
Academy of Art University
Ronbow Corporation | Livermore, CA
San Francisco, CA | 2020 - 2023
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Developed the Design Specification Guide for internal use.
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Efficiently assisted designers in transitioning designs from 2020 de-
BFA, Industrial Art Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts Xi’an, China | 2015 - 2019
Key Skills
sign software to new design platforms. •
Collaborated with colleagues to conceptualize and draft kitchen and bathroom designs for showroom displays.
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Supported in conducting accurate site measurements and through design verifications for showroom setup.
Interior Design Commercial and residential space
Intern - Design Drafter, Marketing Assistant | 4/2023-6/2023, 8/2022-12/2022
planning, site and building analysis,
Demetra Cabinetry Inc. | San Jose, CA
sketching and concept development,
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Prepared cabinet Revit drawing to meet team specifications.
floor plan and renderings, construc-
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Skillfully created and formatted the Designer Specification Guide Book
tion documents, specifications, and material selection
by using Adobe software and Revit. •
lead designer’s specific instructions.
Interpersonal Skills Communication, organizational abilities, welcoming and friendly, task and project management Tools Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Hand drafting, 2020 Design Software Languages
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Crafted social media content to enhance product and service visibility.
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Worked with photographers and writers for monthly project showcases.
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Updating the company website for content accuracy and relevance.
Academic Project Oasis Assisted Living Center | Thesis Project | 2023 •
Conducted building and site research, including comprehensive checking building codes and regulations.
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Performed client surveys and interviews to gather project needs.
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Developed the concept statement and programming. Selected materi-
English Mandarin
Developed initial kitchen/bathroom designs and quotes based on the
als aligned with project requirements. •
Created Construction Document Set and Specification Book.