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John Kenneth So

John Kenneth So

Sucat, Paranaque
Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett

Summary

Certified Interior Designer offering 8-year history of designing innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and creative aesthetic design. Experienced design leader, skilled in writing proposals, delivering client presentations and building key relationships to grow client base.


Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure high-level managerial positions. Ready to lead and help team achieve company goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Interior Designer

Own Practice
11.2014 - Current

August 2021 - Current

2 Townhouse Units, 3 floors (800 sqm)

BF Homes, Paranaque


July 2021 - Current

2 houses with 1 clubhouse, Bi-level Residential Project (2400 sqm)

Imus Cavite


March 2021 - Current

Bi-level residential project

Teoville West Subd. BF Homes, Paranaque


Jan 2020 - Nov 2020

Loft type condo unit (50 sqm)

Twin Oaks Place at Greenfield Residences


Nov 2019 - Aug 2020

Studio type condo unit (23.5 sqm)

Viceroy Residences, McKinley Hills


Sept 2019 - May 2020

2 Bedroom Condo unit (135 sqm)

Proscenium by Rockwell land


Nov 2017 - Apr 2018

Pet & Hobbies (70sqm)

Cartimar Pet Center, Pasay


Dec 2016 - July 2017

Loft Type Condo unit (55 sqm)

Twin Oaks Place at Greenfield Residences


Feb 2014 - Nov 2014

Bi-Level residential Project (700sqm)

5 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom


Assistant Supervisor, Interior Design Department

Global-Estate Resorts Inc.
11.2017 - 10.2020
  • Supported the manager by preparing production reports and collating quality documentation.
  • Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and meet production goals.
  • Recommended changes to policies and procedures to maximize team efficiency and productivity.
  • Tracked department resources and expenses.
  • Met with vendors to review purchase options and negotiate contract terms.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with the project needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and management demands.
  • Close coordination with multiple departments and disciplines to ensure that all factors are in place and our design is up to the quality expected by upper management.
  • Onsite visits to ensure that our intent is being translated onsite and that site conditions are addressed accordingly.

Junior Interior Designer

Ideaforma Designers Co.
02.2016 - 07.2017
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications
  • In charge of design supervision for projects assigned. Made sure that all design intent is applied onsite and troubleshoot design solutions based on site conditions
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.

Education

Certificate Course - Interior Design

Philippine School of Interior Design, Bayani Rd. Bonifacio Global City
11.2014

Bachelor of Science - Hotel Restaurant And Institute Management

De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 2544 Taft Avenue, Manila 1004 Philippines
10.2011
  • Graduated Honorable Mention

Skills

  • Sustainable Design
  • Space Planning
  • Construction Work Inspection
  • Presentation Design
  • Design Rendering
  • Engineer and Architect Collaboration
  • Shop Drawing Review
  • Vendor Subcontracting
  • Client Advisory and Recommendations
  • Artwork Selection
  • Contractor Oversight
  • Skilled Tradesmen Oversight
  • Design Planning
  • Furnishings Layout Plan
  • Accessories Selection
  • Residential Renovation
  • Commercial Projects
  • Proficiency in SketchUp
  • Electrical Layouts
  • Strong Analytical Abilities
  • Visual Representations
  • Lighting Selection
  • Commercial Interior Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • 3D Rendering Software
  • Schematics Interpretation
  • Project Implementation

Media features

 

Some of my projects are also in Realliving if you also want to check those out.

1.  https://www.realliving.com.ph/home-tours/condos/this-loft-type-condo-is-the-industrial-home-of-your-dreams-a00010-20171218

2.  https://www.realliving.com.ph/home-tours/condos/industrial-style-bachelor-pad-in-makati-city-a00010-20210814-lfrm

3.  https://www.realliving.com.ph/home-tours/condos/a-lawyer-s-mancave-like-studio-unit-a00010-20211224?utm_source=Facebook-RealLiving&utm_medium=Ownshare&utm_campaign=20220417-fbnp-home-tours-a-lawyer-s-mancave-like-studio-unit-a00010-20211224-fbold&fbclid=IwAR1ohy5lIWqc5NT3xpVNU-T7GxTcha3TWOsb04UqwPLgbfCMSbJ8JcvxiSA

4. https://www.realliving.com.ph/home-tours/condos/modern-touches-complete-this-industrial-style-loft-type-unit-a1810-20221007?fbclid=IwAR24eIBard199XEG6KTWp3TK9Ayt9gcE9npSTbW5beBmfNMnNHZomBye-UA

Work Availability

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Timeline

Assistant Supervisor, Interior Design Department - Global-Estate Resorts Inc.
11.2017 - 10.2020
Junior Interior Designer - Ideaforma Designers Co.
02.2016 - 07.2017
Freelance Interior Designer - Own Practice
11.2014 - Current
Philippine School of Interior Design - Certificate Course, Interior Design
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde - Bachelor of Science, Hotel Restaurant And Institute Management
John Kenneth So