andy lewis

andy lewis design

andy lewis design

development design - prototype - project management - site surveys

In brief17 Years experience as a designer for manufacture, working within the contract furniture, retail & promotional display and leisure industries, with responsibilities that include:

- All aspects of 3D design, in particular the development of furniture and display equipment for prototype and production- Close links with both client and manufacturers to ensure the - Close links with both client and manufacturers to ensure the final solution meets all expectations- Conversant with Autocad LT and Solidworks, to produce detailed drawings for design intent and production, including the supply of suitable files for direct manufacturing and dimensioned layouts for graphic design/artwork- Project management from brief to installation- Experience in sourcing of all materials, equipment and - Experience in sourcing of all materials, equipment and fixings to meet the needs of the project, including the specification of technology and multimedia equipment for interactive displays- Detailed & dimensioned site surveys with photographic back-up

For the last 5 years I have successfully run my own business as a freelancedesigner, working with numerous UK agencies on high profile accounts, suchas Motorola, BP, HSBC, Nike, Adidas, Harvey Nichols, BAT, DKNY etc. My skills are much in demand due to my ongoing commitment to quality and service are much in demand due to my ongoing commitment to quality and service as well as my attention to detail.

The futureRecent success with a number of international projects has encouraged meto pursue my career overseas. I am keen to take the knowledge that I haveaccrued over the years, along with my recent experience managing bluechip clients, to challenge myself with new opportunities

Name Andy Lewis

Address 109 Pierrepont RoadNottinghamEnglandNG2 5DXNG2 5DX

DOB 27.11.1966

Contactt 00 44 115 981 3710m 00 44 7903 661 290e [email protected]

RRelevant qualificationsBA Hons 3D Design (Furniture & Related Product Design) 2:1Ravensbourne College of Design & Communication, London BTEC National Diploma in 3D DesignCumbria College of Art & Design

Computer literacySolidworks 3D CAD, Autocad Solidworks 3D CAD, Autocad LT, Microsoft Word & Excel,Photoshop

andy lewis design

Professional Experience

2000 –2001, 2002 - Present Day Andy Lewis Design (Freelance)Development DesignerDesign and development of POS & retail display equipment, including fully specified and detailed drawings for manufacture. Outsourcingmanufacture & Project Management.Clients include: Ogilvy Action (formerly 141 Clients include: Ogilvy Action (formerly 141 Worldwide), Fitch, Greenroom Retail, Coutts Arken, Oakley Young, Artform,SD2,Diam International,Clements Retail Solutions, Michael Sheridan Company, Design 4 Retail, Pointer Design, Vivid Retail, SDI, Beswick Design etc

2001 – 2002 Artform International, LoughboroughSenior Development DesignerDesign and development of POS & retail display equipment, including fully specified and detailed drawings for manufacture. including fully specified and detailed drawings for manufacture. Project Management of prototype and first-off fabrication in Metal, Wood and plastic extrusion & injection mouldings. Design Managerfor a team of 3D & Graphic Designers. Member of Steering Group committee (alongside Company Directors) responsible for theimplementation of protocols for new business

1999 - 2000 Shaw Design Associates, LeicesterSenior Development DesignerSenior Development DesignerResponsibilities include design and development of freestanding and fitted products for retail interiors. Preparation of layout proposals and schematics for client approval and fully specified workshop drawings for manufacture.Visiting UK & European sites to prepare full survey for concept design proposals and layouts. Project management responsibilities for all aspects of development work, including direct client contact for ongoing account managementclient contact for ongoing account management

1996 - 1999 PTT Design Ltd, NottinghamDesigner/Project ManagerResponsibilities include preparation of quotations for bespoke and standard ranges of furniture, from casegoods to reception desks. Production of presentation and workshop drawings for client approval and workshop use, including origination of cutting lists for manufacture. Software programming for CNC computer controlled fabrication of furniture components. Sourcing and specifying of materials, fixings and fittings for use furniture components. Sourcing and specifying of materials, fixings and fittings for use on standard and special furniture products. Full project management from initial client brief through to completion, including all site surveys and product detailing. Design and development of new ranges of case good furniture for the hotel and contract market, including adapting existing ranges for specific projects.

1994 - 1996 Technology Desking Ltd, LondonDesignerDesign and detailing solutions for specialist banking furniture, involving the preparation Design and detailing solutions for specialist banking furniture, involving the preparation of presentation isometrics, space-plans and desk sections. Responsible for supplying detailed production drawings on CAD for sub-contractors, to manufacture precision sheet steel components to house technology, desk frames, accessories and timber cladding panels. Responsible for the up-keep of suppliers and samples library, and the sourcing of potential suppliers and sub-contractors.

1993 - 1994 The Splinter Group, LondonDesign Co-ordinatorDesign Co-ordinatorResponsibilities as draughtsman, including interpretation of brief direct from client. Design and detailing of all items prior to production drawings. Time and quality management of projects during factory production. Project management during installation and aftersales back-up.

1990 - 1993 The Splinter Group, LondonDraughtsmanPPreparation of working drawings for client approval and workshop production, of items of bespoke furniture and specialist joinery. Design presentation drawings, including layouts, elevations, isometrics and perspectives. Sourcing and procurement of materials and fixings to meet performance specifications. Researching, documenting and monitoring of approved supplier and sub-contractor file in accordance with BS5750 guidelines.


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Project: Sheppherd & Wedderburn, EdinburghA premium reception area for a new build site in Scotland which included a 7 metre reception desk (with storage)

& library wall. All manufactured in quarter cut American Red Oak and patinated pewter panels. Responsibilities included taking architects brief, material sourcing and selection, detailed production drawings,

project management & installation overview

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Project: Public (Germanos), GreeceA new brand image for one of the largest retailers in Greece. New free standing fixtures and

wall bays were required, including a series of cash and information desks. The store was brokeninto departments to cover home entertainment, books, CD’s & DVD’s. After consultation withthe department managers, layout drawings were produced to show stock loading and product

assignment. Detailed production drawings were then supplied to the local shopfitter formanufacture and installation.manufacture and installation.

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Project: 5 Star Bathrooms, BP, Vienna8 Trial sites for BP to re-furbish existing forecourt bathrooms. Site surveys of all stores were taken to

produce detailed drawings of the existing space, then developed to include new fixtures andfittings as well as some architectural elements. All finishes and fixtures were sourced specifically

with the environment in mind and had to be efficient, renewable or re-cycled. The programwill be tested and rolled out to over 20,000 sites.

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Project: MOTOSPACE (Motorola), Mobile Exhibition, EuropeA series of mobile exhibitions built into vintage Airstream Caravans. The ends were cut open, reinforced and hinged to

create access and presentation space. My role was to survey and supply fully detailed drawings to themanufacturer as well as full project management of all stages of the design & build. The displays included

interactive product drawers with inbuilt screens, plasma displays with internet access and illuminated showcases for new product launch

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Project: Motorola Experiential, UKDevelopment of display fixtures for Motorola within the Car Phone Warehouse stores. Examples

of development GA’s which were then expanded into production drawings for all elements, includingacrylics, timber and metalwork. Development included specific detailing of security elements to

guard against theft of the handsets. Photographs indicate on site results

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present day andy lewis