1411 Kings Road
Schenectady New York 12303
518 608 6088 Cell: 518 221 8855
Email: INTERIORSBYC[at]AOL.COM


I am enclosing my resume, which highlights more than fifteen years of design and utilization planning experience in both the commercial and residential market.

My resume provides a brief overview of the diverse projects successfully undertaken during my career, that have involved working with project teams and coordinating the efforts of architects, town planning departments, engineers and craftsmen, among others. I am well-versed with all architectural phases of construction.

Throughout my career, I have faced and resolved many design challenges. I have worked closely with space and renovation architects to do on-site renovations of office interiors where the design required the camouflaging of existing steel support columns and I have also collaborated with historical architects to preserve the historical faade of buildings.

My knowledge of various building materials, construction methods and finishes is substantial and I have successfully completed complex interior furnishing projects, some with special lighting requirements and others with unique design challenges.

Rest assured that I am a team player, professional in approach to my work, and possessing strong communication skills, both verbal and written. I am eager to discuss my background in relation to your needs for an Interior Designer.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,



Carol Anne DeChiro

Enc: Resume



Carol Anne DeChiro
1411 Kings Road
Schenectady New York 12303
518 608 6088 Cell: 518 221 8855
Email: INTERIORSBYC[at]AOL.COM




OBJECTIVE

Continued career growth and challenge in Interior Design and Space Utilization that will draw upon fifteen years plus of professional experience.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

A creative, innovative design professional who has successfully headed both commercial and residential projects ranging from single dwellings to major commercial renovations, with a consistent record of achievement in finding workable solutions to unique design challenges. Have collaborated extensively with builders, developers, architects, engineers, town planning boards, and tenants during initial design phase and successfully coordinated the efforts of engineers, electricians, construction crews, craftsmen and landscapers to complete projects on time and within budget. B.A. Interior Design, Russell Sage College, Albany, NY (1992)

Traveled extensively through Europe and the Orient from 1988 thru 2002 taking Design Courses independently in Florence, Italy and Rome, Italy.
Toured Oriental Carpet workshops in Bangkok and Singapore.
Imported Silk Screen Prints from Hong Kong and Thailand.
Imported Italian Statuary and Tiles from outside of Milan, Italy.
Shipped Furniture from Bali for Projects in the States.

EXPERIENCE

Project Highlights:

2008 Currently designing Saratoga Showcase Home for Camelot Builders.
Arts and Crafts Style 3,000 square foot home designed with Empty Nesters in mind. An open floor plan with master bedroom suite on first floor.Creating a warm atmosphere with a less formal appeal. Chocolate brown cabinets and quartz island counter create a dramatic contrast to warm granite back counter and Italian Style stainless steel appliances. Stained Glass Pendants and recessed lighting subtly illuminate the Gourmet Kitchen which gently draws your eye into the Great Room transitioning to a Cathedral Ceiling and stacked Limestone Fireplace. Walls are painted in Empire Gold which tie the rooms together with a soft glow. Kick your shoes off and plunge into Dark Chocolate covered Faux Velvet Sofas and Ottomans handsomely contrasted by two slightly oversized Tuxedo Chairs covered in a soft green/gold grasscloth weave.A round glass coffee table is centered on the fireplace and allows the rich colors of the Pakistani Oriental Carpet to stand out. The entire flooring is done in rich oak planks and stained a warm walnut.
Come to The Saratoga Builders Showcase of Homes to view the rest of my home which is nestled at the foot of the Adirondack Mountains near Moreau State Park.
Shoecase is open to the public starting September 27 2008.


2006 Hired by CDA Architecture, Trinidad-Tobago West Indies 800,000 sq ft of newly constructed Government office space which is to house,Customs, Dept of Ministry, Finance and Foreign Affairs into four buildings and a retail shopping mall.Turner Construction and VOA Associates, Orlando,Florida original architects and engineers. I was hired to work with the local firm,CDA,to complete the space planning and design. This was projected to be a Three year project. Government funded project. Funding has however slowed down this project because of political influences and Trinidadian Government Policies and Proceedures.

I was hired because of my expertise and experience as a Senior Designer who would be capable of making quick, accurate design decisions. I would be working closely with Government Directors who would be overseeing the project. I would be working with CDA Architecture as lead designer with their architects and engineers to complete this enormous project..

2003-2004 - Hired by Camelot Builders to design and decorate their Showcase Home in the prestigious Preserve of Saratoga Springs, New York. This 4,000 sq. ft. custom home was accepted into Saratoga Builders Showcase of Homes - 2004. It was one out of ten homes accepted because of its unique design. Presented the Peoples Choice Award for Outstanding Interior Design.

2004 - Peoples Choice Award (This award is determined by individual votes of people touring all ten homes in the Showcase of Homes.) This award is to recognize the best overall design and decoration and was presented to the builder and designer for our home at One Preserve Way.

2005 - Renewed NYS Real Estate Salespersons License. Affiliated with Realty USA, Saratoga Springs, New York.

May 2003 - Architectural Digest Award for one of the top four Outstanding Designers of New York. I was featured (Interiors by Carol) in Architectural Digests, May 2003 publication and given a memorable plaque for Outstanding Recognition in the field of Interior Design.

2001-2002 - Renovated an 1,800 sq. ft. historical building, first floor in Saratoga Springs, New York. Converted this space from a photo lab into an authentic Italian Caf. Demolition and redesign of the space included using original tin ceilings which were hidden by a suspended ceiling, removed sheetrock and restored original brick walls. Added amber color hanging pendant chandeliers, terra cotta tile floor, and copper covered counters to give this space a rustic, old world, Tuscan feeling. Im sure this space will be used over and over again for any business as the look is traditional and timeless.

1995-1996 - Planned, designed and renovated a 4-story historical building in downtown Plattsburgh, NY, overseeing the conversion from department store to a full-scale diagnostic facility. Coordinated efforts with Planning Commission to secure grant monies, and collaborated with building owner and historical architect to preserve buildings historical faade.

1998-1995 - Designed and furnished numerous older home renovations and new construction projects in the Albany, NY area, with projects ranging in size from 1,500 sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft.

1994-1995 - Planned layout and design of a handicap-accessible 10,000 sq. ft. addition to Greenville Diagnostics facility. Worked closely with builders, developers, town planning board, tenants, doctors, technicians and construction crews to facilitate construction and made final decision on exterior faade.

1994 - Completed layout, design and furnishing of primary Diagnostic Associates building, incorporated indirect/soft lighting, earth tones and fabric and window treatments designed to create a relaxed at home feeling.

1994 - Planned and implemented layout, design and furnishing of Imagex Services corporate offices, Albany, NY. Collaborated with Picotte Realty in layout, electrical, computer and telephone wiring and with cabinet maker to erect and install custom mahogany bookcases, dentil molding, French paned doors and Grand Entrance.

1991 - Redesigned and rebuilt a 4,000 sq. ft. 2-story contemporary raised ranch in Guilderland, NY to an 8,000 sq. ft. 4-story French traditional home (2-year project). Teamed with architects, engineers, electricians, landscapers in all phases of layout and design. Totally furnished and accessorized home (Two-year project), including installation of marble floors, silk window treatments and a vintage fieldstone wine cellar.

1997-2001 - Completed layout, design and interior furnishing for Ten Legal Offices (each 10,000 to 15,000 sq. ft.) of the Law Centers for Consumer Protection in Albany, Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo, Manhattan, Long Island, and New Jersey . Hired space and renovation architects for on-site renovations of office interiors, with the task of camouflaging existing steel support columns to create a new sleek look that would blend with traditional theme of the space and satisfy both asthetic and corporate needs.

1991- Awarded certificate of excellence from Strathmore Graphics Gallery for Outstanding use of Graphics Arts in Effective Communications.

1992 - Developed a Corporate Logo, Letterhead, Financial Statement and Brochure for Imagex Services, Inc. Awarded Strathmore Paper Companys Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding use of Graphic Arts in effective Communications.

1988-1992 - Created Television, Radio,and Billboard Advertising for Law Offices of well known local Personel Injury Attorney. Also produced and directed a television commercial for the same Attorney.

1985 - Refurnished and redesigned a model apartment and newly constructed recreational lounge for Capitol Hill Apartments, Rensselaer, NY.

Completed layout, design and furnishing of new 6,000 sq. ft. Bizzarro Funeral Home , Troy, NY overcoming challenges associated with building on a cement slab on a narrow real estate lot.


1991 1998 Assisted proprietors of The Maga Circe Hotel, San Felice Circeo, Italy
Redesign and refurbish Hotel Suites and convert antiquated Disco Ballroom into a full fledged Day Spa and Exercise Center.
Approximately 40 suites and a 4000 sq ft area into a Spa/ Exercise Center.