KARI BAUM INTERIOR DESIGNER  

Design Portfolio!

DESIGNER: Takara Belmont USA 2011-Present Takara Belmont USA, Inc. is a furniture manufacturing company specializing in the beauty industry. I execute sales, promote the brand through local marketing, initiate client consultations and provide space planning and custom millwork design. - Increased 2012 annual sales 30% from 2011 to achieve a 2 million dollar sales goal - Travel to and present at industry trade shows to educate consumers on products and innovations - Manage national accounts including Army/Air Force, State Beauty/RDA, and JC Penney - Develop award-winning designs with high end industry entrepreneurs, including Salon Today’s “Salon of the Year” and “Cutting Edge Design” awards

DESIGN STUDIO SPECIALIST: Pottery Barn 2010-11 Rallied associates in a high-energy retail atmosphere to gain loyal clients through product education, design services, event marketing and record-setting sales. -Developed floor plan and furnishing proposals -Organized and taught monthly design classes -Drove over $40,000 in sales over the course of 2 private shopping events -Motivated customers and team members to raise $4,000 in donations to St. Jude -Received the district-wide customer service award

DESIGN INTERN: University of Central Missouri 2008-09 Assisted the Director of Capital Development in design, planning, marketing and administration. -Assisted on-site job construction observance for a $36 million dollar LEED Gold recreation center -Promoted fundraising for the development of a new Golf Pro Shop on campus -Redesigned the offices of the Arts and Sciences department and updated university floor plan records

ASSOCIATE IIDA: CRE8 Committee Volunteer ALPHA GAMMA DELTA: Collegiate Chapter President

SALES: Client Relationship Building, Product Knowledge, Negotiation, Trade Shows, Key Training, Goal Setting and Optimizing Productivity MARKETING: Adobe Photoshop, Email Blasts, Print Newsletters, Brochures, Social Media SPACE PLANNING: AutoCAD, ADA Compliance, Commercial Interior Design, Systems Furniture CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT: Google Sketch Up, FF&E, Presentation Boards, Hand Rendering ADMINISTRATION: Microsoft Office, Meeting and Event Planning

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL MISSOURI Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design

Education!

Skills!

Involvement!

Professional Experience!

KARI BAUM

LEED ACCREDIDATION: Gain additional experience working with sustainable and green projects. NCIDQ CERTIFICATION: Mentor under qualified, experienced professionals, gain certification and develop innovative designs.

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INTERIOR DESIGNER  

Phone: (314) 706.5110 | Email: karibaum@aol.com 7121 Siena Place # 215, The Colony, TX 75056

WEBB CONSULTING

SENIOR SEMINAR, UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL MISSOURI

Webb Consulting Inc. was modeled to senior students as a corporation that included

separate divisions who worked as a team, yet all reported to the CEO and COO, who

emphasized open door policy. I designed the floor plan to mimic the way a tree works, with

the main offices at the core, or trunk, and divisions of the company branching off. Color

selections also reflect an organic palette.

Concept Development!Corporate Development

NAVY EXCHANGE SALON, SPA AND BARBER SHOP

PEARL HARBOR, HI

The Navy Exchange (NEX) is part of a retail store that provides services to Military and

their families at discounted prices. This space was part of a major renovation on the base.

The design concept was to provide customers with a relaxing atmosphere and give them the

best possible space to enjoy an indulgent experience. At the NEX, they know just how

much Military and their families need pampering. They promote special packages

and encourage groups to book the salon for a day or evening. It is a great space to prepare

for a “welcome home day” and a great place for groups to celebrate the half way home time of a deployment. I designed the floor plan to achieve privacy with the division of salon, spa and barber. The styling station

walls were designed to create an intimate feel for each station and add an architectural

element.

Concept Development!Salons

DC Studio Salon and Day Spa HARKER HEIGHTS, TX

A relaxing and contemporary design reflects the personality of the client in this quaint salon. The open floor plan makes this 1200 square foot space feel larger and quieter. Rooms are situated in the back for quiet and privacy.

SHAMPOO AREA

OFFICE

WASHROOM

BREAK ROOM

Concept Development!Salons

SALON

RECEPTION/RETAIL

Mary Cates Salon St. Louis MO

An ambitious entrepreneur, this client opened her first salon after several other successful small business ventures. I designed the floor plan and custom cabinetry, shown in AutoCAD/hand renderings.

Cambria  Canterbury              Pionite  Black  Laminate                    Wilsonart  Amber  Cherry                      Lumicor  Sedona  Crush  

RECEPTION DESK COLOR BAR

MAKEUP TABLE

Concept Development!Salons

Concept Development!Salons

Jimmy Loves Hair Frisco, TX

A seasoned veteran in the beauty industry moved his business to his home. The rendering in Google SketchUp was chosen to reflect the the current designs in his home.

Rendering!Magazine Interiors

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL MISSOURI

To develop hand rendering skills, these drawings were produced with markers and ink pen.

Marketing!Emails

Marketing!Print Ads

Marketing!Print Ads

D-GALLEY TROLLEY The  D-­‐Galley  is  the  highest  quality  cart  for  your  salon.  Made  of  rust-­‐proof  stainless  steel  and  lightweight  for  easy  maneuvering.    Comes  with  a  pullout  tool  holder.  Order  with  the  drawer  opGon  for  hidden  storage.    

Phone: (314) 706.5110 | Email: karibaum@aol.com 7121 Siena Place # 215, The Colony, TX 75056

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