INTERIOR DESIGNER
MARIA COLLINS
PORTFOLIO
ABOUT ME
I am from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Yes, I do love colors and textures! Yet, I balance it into a minimal aesthetic by using relevant materials and objects.
The more information you share with me about your needs, the better I will accomplish your expectations.
Shall we start?
SKILLS
SketchUp, Layout, Enscape, OpenCutList, Revit, AutoCad, Power Point, Canva
WORK EXPERIENCE
Remodeler
Various Residential Projects
2009 - Present
Applied construction and design skills by successfully flipping several apartments in São Paulo, Brazil. Maximized profitability by strategically purchasing apartments to market finished products to high-end buyers. Upheld high standards by staying on top of new design trends while ensuring compliance with government regulations. Directed complex renovations by creating detailed drawings and developing layouts to exceed expectations. Remodeled bathrooms by performing demolitions to install new cabinetry, sinks, fixtures, and flooring.
April 2020 - Present
Internship
Company: Habitat For Humanity , National City, CA
Executed projects by coordinating with a 10-member team to strengthen construction site operations Performed diverse tasks by installing wall insulation and overlapping siding, hanging drywall, and painting interior and exterior walls to meet strict deadlines Served as project manager by prioritizing and delegating tasks to achieve positive outcomes Optimized performance by safely operating tools, including screw gun, impact gun, pneumatic nail gun, jig saw, table saw, orbital sander, miter saw, razor knife, putty knife, and caulking gun Analyzed blueprints while communicating clearly and concisely with leadership to ensure budget alignment Prioritized safety by always wearing Personal Protection Equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, safety vest, boots, gloves, and mask
Let’s get into my portfolio
(picture from Charles Mackintosh public collection)
Services
Work with me
I am convinced that every space or object has to have its place for a reason. Because each person has a different background and a different expectation for their spaces, it is necessary to include a variety of form, function and aesthetic into my projects. As a designer, my job is to thoughtfully put my clients well-being into my design.
(Bossacucanova Band, such a good inspiration!)