Maksymiliana Kowal
Sevenoaks,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished interior designer with expertise in space planning, client consultation, and project management. Demonstrates proficiency in budgeting, cost estimation, and furniture selection, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Skilled in mood board preparation and trend analysis to create visually appealing designs. Strong leadership abilities with experience in team training and development. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service while managing inventory and conducting data analysis for informed decision-making. Aspires to leverage design skills to lead innovative projects that enhance client satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Interior Design Consultant
Brewers
Sevenoaks
2021.05 - 2025.03
- Led interior design projects from concept to completion.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and preferences.
- Selected and sourced materials.
- Liaised with suppliers, makers and painters.
- Ensured projects stay within budget and timeline.
- Worked closely with clients for understanding their aesthetic preferences and needs.
- Conducted site visits.
- Monitored evolving design trends to offer innovative interiors solutions.
- Presented creative design concepts to potential clients, securing new business.
- Created mood boards to aid early design and planning phases.
- Recommended furniture, art and accessories to elevate interior design schemes.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions meeting needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Created appealing window displays and that increased footfall in showroom.
- Designed new showroom layout with room set to display newest collections.
- Increased sells by 50% within first year of employment.
- Coordinated installation schedules, ensured timely delivery of products.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering tailored interior design solutions.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or missing deadlines.
- Secured repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Assistant Manager
Laura Ashley
Sevenoaks
2018.04 - 2020.08
- Assisted in managing daily store operations.
- Supervised and trained sales staff.
- Provided exceptional customer service.
- Conducted inventory management and ordering.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards.
Team leader
Laura Ashley
Sevenoaks
2017.10 - 2018.04
- Led sales team to achieve targets.
- Assisted customers with product selection.
- Organized promotional events and sales.
- Analysed sales data and prepared reports.
Sales Advisor
Laura Ashley
Sevenoaks
2016.12 - 2017.10
- Advised customers on product choices.
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Assisted in maintaining store appearance.
- Processed transactions and managed cash register.
Manager
A2 Sushi
Warsaw
2016.03 - 2016.09
- Managed daily restaurant operations.
- Supervised kitchen and serving staff.
- Ensured customer satisfaction.
- Handled ordering and inventory management.
- Maintained hygiene and safety standards.
Laboratory Technician
University of Technology
Cracow
2015.01 - 2016.03
- Conducted laboratory experiments and tests.
- Analysed data and prepared reports.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Assisted in research projects.
Laboratory Technician
University of Technology
Cracow
2013.11 - 2014.01
- Conducted laboratory experiments and tests.
- Analysed data and prepared reports.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Assisted in research projects.
Intern
Regional Centre of Environmental Protection
Rzeszow
2012.07 - 2012.07
- Assisted in environmental protection projects.
- Conducted data collection and analysis.
- Prepared reports and presentations.
Education
Professional Interior Designer - Interior Design
British College of Interior Design
2023.07 - 2024.09
Master of Science - Organic Chemical Technology
University of Technology Named After Tadeusz Kosciuszko
Cracow 2014.03 - 2016.03
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering And Technology
University of Technology Named After Tadeusz Kosciuszko
Cracow 2011.10 - 2014.02
Bachelor of Science -
University of Technology Named After Ignacy Lukasiewicz
Rzeszow 2010.10 - 2011.09
Skills
- Interior Design and Space Planning
- Client Consultation and Communication
- Project Management
- Budgeting and Cost Estimation
- Furniture and Material Selection
- Mood Board Preparation
- Visual Merchandising
- Trend Analysis
- Team Leadership and Training
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Data Analysis
- Report Writing
- MS office proficiency
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
Italian
Intermediate
Timeline
Professional Interior Designer - Interior Design
British College of Interior Design
2023.07 - 2024.09
Interior Design Consultant
Brewers
2021.05 - 2025.03
Assistant Manager
Laura Ashley
2018.04 - 2020.08
Team leader
Laura Ashley
2017.10 - 2018.04
Sales Advisor
Laura Ashley
2016.12 - 2017.10
Manager
A2 Sushi
2016.03 - 2016.09
Laboratory Technician
University of Technology
2015.01 - 2016.03
Master of Science - Organic Chemical Technology
University of Technology Named After Tadeusz Kosciuszko
2014.03 - 2016.03
Laboratory Technician
University of Technology
2013.11 - 2014.01
Intern
Regional Centre of Environmental Protection
2012.07 - 2012.07
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering And Technology
University of Technology Named After Tadeusz Kosciuszko
2011.10 - 2014.02
Bachelor of Science -
University of Technology Named After Ignacy Lukasiewicz
2010.10 - 2011.09