Simon Insell

Responsible for accurate, clear and concise interpretation of client vision and brief, producing visuals and working drawings for production using SketchUp and hand drawn illustrations.

Leasing with the interior designer and customer to ensure strong understanding of the project.

• Adapted quickly to changing client requirements during the design phase, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Utilised CAD software to create detailed 3D models of furniture pieces, improving project visualization.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Worked closely with manufacturing teams to ensure design specifications were functional and practical.

• Created CAD drawings and model proposals for customer appraisal ahead of proposed manufacture.
• Designed Library's, Bedrooms, Study's and Dressing rooms to personalise customer briefs using Sketch Up Pro design software.
• Illustrated design concepts via hand sketches or 3D diagrams.

Over many years, I have designed and created outstanding luxury commissions for clients in private and public sectors, I pride myself on attention to detail, superb hand-built quality and product finish.

Having my own business has meant that I have had to wear a number of different hats, I have had to learn quickly and get things right first time. I was responsible for my own diary, customer meetings, on site surveys, translation of information into working drawings, selection of materials and techniques, construction and installation of projects. In addition to this I manage my work pipeline, cash flow, advertising and machine maintenance.

I am confident and precise with my designs and measurements, which will always be backed up by extensive site visit to gain information and asses any potential issues. I would discuss specific design elements with customers and introduce ideas that could be beneficial. Having great understanding of how something will be constructed is a huge advantage in design processes which enables me to communicate clearly to customers.

Being friendly, professional and approachable is extremely important when you are invited into clients homes, I am courteous, respectful, engaging and enthusiastic. I am a good listener and happy to discuss design elements in a knowledgeable way.

Responsible for the design, organisation, site management, quality control and logistics for a privately owned company specialising in design, construction and installation of bespoke outdoor classrooms and play apparatus for the education sector.

• Established positive relationships with construction management and contractors, aligning team priorities, goals and objectives.
• Evaluated product and process disadvantages and solutions, enabling key changes to meet desired standards.
• Effectively managed a diverse portfolio of projects with high-value budgets, enhancing brand capabilities and reputation.

Responsible for the management and growth of specific high street retail accounts working within a team. Organising my own work diary and customer meetings, sales and product negotiations with head buyers of some of the tier one retailers within the UK, to include Apple, HMV, Debenhams, Costco, Ryman and WH Smith.

• Managed several long-term customer relationships, totalling annual profit to the company of £300,000
• Asked appropriate open-ended questions to discover prospects' needs and requirements.
• Built strong client relationships and provided high value services.