Stewart & Bloom Design GroupDesign Director/Co-Owner
Apr. 2008 - May. 2013Greater New York City AreaEntrepreneurship & Design Leadership: Co-founded and led a boutique interior design and merchandising firm specializing in model homes and multifamily environments, creating engaging spaces that enhanced user experience and sales performance. Research-Informed Design: Conducted market research, client interviews, site visits, and behavioral observations to uncover user needs and guide data-informed design strategies. Insight-Driven Design Solutions: Translated client goals and user insights into functional, visually appealing design concepts that balanced usability, aesthetics, and experience. Marketing, Branding & Strategy: Directed branding and marketing initiatives that strengthened visibility and business growth, using client feedback and audience data to refine messaging and design direction. Operations & Stakeholder Management: Oversaw daily operations, budgets, and project timelines while collaborating closely with builders, vendors, and clients to ensure high-quality, on-brand delivery.