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Vanessa Ramos, TECHNICAL DESIGN EXECUTIVE

Vanessa Ramos

TECHNICAL DESIGN EXECUTIVE·NORDIC HOMEWORX LLC

United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's degree, Interior Design - Undergrad

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 5 months

TECHNICAL DESIGN EXECUTIVE

September 2024 - April 2026

NORDIC HOMEWORX LLC

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

September 2024 - April 2026

drawing coordination, and timely delivery of outputs.

Company industry:
Interior design

AWTAD KITCHENS FURNITURE FIX & METALLIC CONSTRUCTION

February 2012 - August 2024

AWTAD TRADING EST.

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

February 2012 - August 2024

Achievements
• Directed cross-functional workflow planning and coordination across sales, showroom, and factory teams, while
leading and mentoring design teams across multiple UAE showrooms
• Spearheaded design development and product innovation for interior fit-out projects, delivering bespoke,
technically compliant, and market-driven solutions
FF&E Design & Development
• Developed FF&E concepts aligned with overall design intent and client requirements
• Selected and specified furniture, lighting, artwork, accessories, and equipment
• Prepared mood boards, material boards, and client presentation packages
• Produced detailed FF&E specifications, schedules, and documentation
• Sourced suppliers and vendors, obtained quotations, and evaluated product suitability
• Reviewed samples, finishes, and materials to ensure quality and design compliance
• Managed budgets and implemented value engineering strategies without compromising design intent
Coordination & Project Execution
• Collaborated closely with interior designers, architects, contractors, and procurement teams
• Tracked procurement processes, delivery schedules, and installation timelines
• Conducted site inspections and oversaw final styling during project handover
Technical Design & Production
• Led technical design development, producing detailed AutoCAD drawings, layouts, and concept packages
• Created high-quality 2D/3D presentations to support client approvals and project visualization
• Coordinated CNC machining and cutting processes to ensure accuracy in production
• Oversaw material selection and construction detailing, resolving technical challenges during fabrication and
assembly
Showroom & Visual Merchandising
• Planned and executed furniture layouts, showroom setups, and visual merchandising displays to enhance
customer experience and brand identity

Company industry:
Industrial Production

SENIOR CONCEPT DESIGNER

May 2008 - June 2011

S.S. LOOTAH – HOME GALLERY

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

May 2008 - June 2011

• Developed innovative concept design ideas, including manual sketches, detailed drawings, and sectional
details to communicate design intent effectively.
• Executed technical design development using AutoCAD for space planning, layout preparation, and concept
drawings.
• Managed project design requirements and supported product development from concept through final design
stage.
• Reviewed and finalized customized design details for client orders, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and
compliance with project specifications.
• Prepared product specifications, including material selection, finishes, and colour schemes aligned with project
concepts.
• Coordinated team task distribution and daily workflow scheduling to ensure timely project progress.
• Conducted site visits and field measurements to verify dimensions and ensure precise implementation of designs.
• Created mood boards, concept boards, and design presentation materials to effectively present ideas to clients
and stakeholders.

Company industry:
Interior design

Education

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

March 2005

March 2005

Bachelor's degree, Interior Design - Undergrad

Philippines

Skills

CONSTRUCTION
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
COST ESTIMATION
Intermediate
COST ESTIMATION
Intermediate
CROSS FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION
Intermediate
CROSS FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION
Intermediate
IMPLEMENT PROJECTS
Intermediate
IMPLEMENT PROJECTS
Intermediate
INTERIOR DESIGN
Intermediate
INTERIOR DESIGN
Intermediate
PRESENTATION DESIGN
Intermediate
PRESENTATION DESIGN
Intermediate
PRODUCT DESIGN
Intermediate
PRODUCT DESIGN
Intermediate
SELF MOTIVATION
Intermediate
SELF MOTIVATION
Intermediate
SPACE PLANNING
Intermediate
SPACE PLANNING
Intermediate

Languages

English
Beginner
Tagalog
Beginner

Training and Certifications

Certifications
With UAE driving license