Emmanuel Castuera
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Summary
Professional designer with strong background in kitchen design, skilled in space planning, materials selection, and aesthetic integration. Known for effective collaboration and delivering results that align with client needs and project goals. Adaptable and reliable, with focus on innovative solutions and seamless project execution.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Design Specialist
KASSI Distributors Inc.
Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Designed functional and aesthetically pleasing kitchen layouts using CAD software.
- Collaborated with clients to assess needs and preferences for customized kitchen solutions.
- Developed material specifications and product selections to meet design criteria.
- Conducted on-site measurements and evaluations to confirm design feasibility.
Kitchen Design Supervisor
ALI ABDULWAHAB AL-MUTAWA Commercial Co.
Shuwaikh , Kuwait
05.2010 - 10.2022
- Led design team in developing innovative product concepts and visual solutions.
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget constraints.
- Mentored junior designers, enhancing their skills and fostering creative growth.
- Implemented design processes that improved workflow efficiency and reduced errors.
Senior Kitchen Designer
HASSAN ABUL Establishments
Hawally , Kuwait
04.2005 - 04.2010
- Provided accurate project estimates and timelines to ensure client satisfaction.
- Assisted in managing vendor relationships for timely procurement of materials.
- Delivered presentations on design concepts, enhancing client engagement and understanding.
- Designed detailed kitchen layouts based on client needs, budgets and available supplies.
Modular Kitchen Designer
ABDULRAHMAN SHAIKHAN AL-FARSI Kitchens
Shuwaikh Industrial Area, Kuwait
02.2000 - 03.2005
- Designed innovative modular kitchen layouts tailored to client specifications and preferences.
- Collaborated with contractors and suppliers to ensure timely project completion and quality standards.
- Utilized CAD software for precise design visualization and modifications based on client feedback.
- Conducted site measurements and assessments to develop accurate installation plans.
AutoCAD Drafter
KAFCO Factory
2nd Industral Area , Riyadh , K.S.A
02.1999 - 03.2000
- Developed detailed AutoCAD drawings for manufacturing projects, ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize design processes and improve production efficiency.
- Reviewed and revised technical drawings based on feedback from project stakeholders and clients.
- Mentored junior drafters in best practices for AutoCAD usage and design standards.
Education
No Degree - Interior Architecture
Technological Institute of The Philippines
Cubao, Metro Manila, Philippines04-1992
Skills
- Strategic thinking
- Interaction design
- Color theory application
- Design leadership
- Presentation design
- Print design experience
- Team collaboration
- CAD software proficiency
- Proficient in Cabinetry Softwares
Timeline
Senior Design Specialist
KASSI Distributors Inc.
11.2022 - 05.2025
Kitchen Design Supervisor
ALI ABDULWAHAB AL-MUTAWA Commercial Co.
05.2010 - 10.2022
Senior Kitchen Designer
HASSAN ABUL Establishments
04.2005 - 04.2010
Modular Kitchen Designer
ABDULRAHMAN SHAIKHAN AL-FARSI Kitchens
02.2000 - 03.2005
AutoCAD Drafter
KAFCO Factory
02.1999 - 03.2000
No Degree - Interior Architecture
Technological Institute of The Philippines