Senior Interior Architectural Designer & Detailer
My Sound and Vision
I believe that the true magic of design lies not only in aesthetics but also in the profound connection between people and their spaces. My holistic approach goes beyond the surface, delving deep into the soul of a space and its inhabitants. It's about creating environments that resonate with culture, lifestyle, values, and emotion.
Design is meaningful only when it seamlessly blends with functionality. This balance create harmony and connectivity to the built environment. Functionality allows us to experience space through movement. Every layout and every detail is thoughtfully curated to enhance connectivity through vision, sound, touch, and scent.
Heather Giovannelli, is a Los Angeles native, born and raised in Granada Hills, California. She has a diverse commercial, hospitality, and residential architecture and interior design background. Since 2003, she has designed a number of large, and small-scale projects from the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai, to residential projects all over California, and the Virgin Islands. Always thinking 10 steps ahead, her intense attention to detail, architecture, construction knowledge, project management, and problem-solving lend a unique well-managed, and organized approach to each project.
Career Experience
2018 - Current
Ritual House Inc.
2016 - 2018
House of Honey Inc.
2014 - 2016
Hawk and Co.
2008- 2014
Boffi Los Angeles
2006-2008
La Dolce Vita Design
2003-2005
F+A Architects
Owner / Principal Designer / Consultant // Residential and Commercial Design
· Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Bid Set Documents, Construction Documents, Construction Administration
· Space Planning, Color and Materials, Architectural and Millwork Details
· Project Management and Coordination
· Project Budget Development
· Client Relations and Negotiations
· FF&E Sourcing, Documentation, Procurement, Logistics, Installation
· Millwork / Architectural Details; Furniture Design and Documentation
· Bookkeeping: Proposals / Purchase Order / Invoicing / Billing
Senior Interior Designer // Commercial and Residential Design
· Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Bid Set Documents, Construction Documents, Construction Administration
· Space Planning, Color and Materials, Architectural and Millwork Details
· Project Budget Development
· Project Management and Coordination
· FF&E Sourcing, Documentation, Procurement, Logistics
· Millwork / Architectural Details; Furniture Design and Documentation
· Bookkeeping: Proposals / Purchase Order / Invoicing / Billing
Senior Interior Designer // Large-Scale Residential Design
· Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Bid Set Documents, Construction Documents, Construction Administration
· Space Planning, Color and Materials, Architectural and Millwork Details
· Project Budget Development
· Project Documentation (Drawing Sets, Schedules, Specs etc.)
· Project Management and Coordination · FF&E Sourcing, Documentation, Procurement, Logistics
· Millwork / Architectural Details; Furniture Design and Documentation
Designer/ Senior Project Manager // High-End Residential Kitchen and Bath Design
· Project Manager/ Designer, Sales, Client Relations, and Budget Negotiation
· Space Planning, Color and Materials, Architectural and Millwork Details
· Shop Drawings and Millwork Details · Color/Material Specification
· Technical Electrical and Plumbing Plan
Owner / Principal Designer // Residential Design
· Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Bid Set Documents, Construction Documents, Construction Administration
· Space Planning, Color and Materials, Architectural and Millwork Details
· Project Management and Coordination
· Project Budget Development
· Client Relations and Negotiations
· FF&E Sourcing, Documentation, Procurement, Logistics, Installation
· Millwork / Architectural Details; Furniture Design and Documentation
· Bookkeeping: Proposals / Purchase Order / Invoicing / Billing
Junior Designer // Commercial Architecture
· Architectural Design Research and Presentation Layout
· Color and Materials Development Team
· Design Development Plan Set and Packages
Programs Procedures Design Development
Auto CAD
Sketchup
Enscape
InDesign
Photoshop
Google Suite
Microsoft Suite
Mac and Windows Proficient
Concept Design
Schematic Design
Design Development
Bid-Set
Contract Documents
Construction Administation
FF&E / Procurement / Logistics
Project Management
Schedule and Timelines
Hand Sketch
Presentation Packages
Architectural Space Planning
Architectural Details
Millwork Design and Details
Power/ Electrical Plans
Lighting Design
Finish Floor Plans
Schedules