Maggie O’Neill

About

Background -I have always found joy in creative work. This has evolved from painting and drawing, to dance choreography, visual merchandising, calligraphy and interior design. -I spent the last 10 years in retail management for a company I adore. This helped me develop personal and professional skills such as prioritization, communication, responsibility, entrepreneurship and collaboration. -I'm obsessed with realizing the evolution of ideas, which once lived in my head, find their way into the world. Goals -ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST: My work makes it to the front cover of AD before my 40th birthday. -INSPIRATION: I inspire 5000+ followers on my Instagram page by the end of 2024 (@ripe.reveries) Design Inspiration -Kelly Wearstler -Pierre Augustin Rose -Athena Calderone -Zaha Hadid -Noa Santos -Alexander McQueen Elements of My Personal Design Style -Visual texture -Colours found in nature -Creating impact through Simplicity

Experience

• Principal Designer and Founder · Ripe Reveries05-01-2022

  As an Interior Designer, I assist clients in their residential improvement projects. My experience includes: Architectural Space Planning, Construction Drawings (AutoCAD), 3D Visualizations (SketchUp) including video walkthrough and 2D images, 3D Rendering (Enscape), FF&E Specification.

• Furniture and Millwork Designer · Mark Anthony Group03-01-2024 – 09-01-2024

  As a Furniture and Millwork designer I am responsible for: Conceptualizing and creating commercial and residential millwork and furniture designs, Conducting thorough research on materials, finishes, and hardware, Staying updated on industry trends and new technologies to bring fresh perspectives to my projects, Develop detailed design concepts, drawings, sketches and 3d models for all projects, Create comprehensive design documentation (drawings, specifications/cost, material selection) for clients/trade and manufacturing teams, Work closely with the trade and manufacturing teams to address design/fabrication/cost challenges.

• Head of Staging · Meme Brooks Design Inc.09-01-2023 – 04-01-2024

  As the Head of Staging, responsible for overseeing staging projects, coordinating with clients and vendors, and ensuring high-quality presentation of spaces.

• Visual Merchandiser/Educator · lululemon11-01-2020 – 10-01-2023

  Work in partnership with the Visual Merchandising team and cross functionally with store and head office partners to create strategies and drive results in guest experience and product sell through. Utilize the company's Standard Operating Procedures and Visual Merchandising best practices to maintain consistency across multiple stores. Leverage design elements and principles to create a visual appeal and functional ease for both guests and employees.

• Assistant Store Manager · lululemon06-01-2016 – 08-01-2020

  Accountable for managing all aspects of a high volume business with a focus on People and Product. Refined training and development skills while creating an environment of integrity, fun, and camaraderie. Built and executed product sell through strategy through visual merchandising, community partnerships, smart consolidations, and maintaining a high team level of product knowledge. Responsibilities included leading and developing a staff of 30-50, recruiting, hiring, and onboarding, managing payroll and store budget, and executing business-specific sellthrough strategy.

Education

• British Columbia Institute of TechnologyDiploma, Interior Design
• Concordia UniversityContemporary Dance
• Fanshawe CollegeFine and Studio Arts

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