1. Jonathan Sin-Jin Satayathum, LEED Accredited Professional
16131 Lake Avenue
Lakewood, Ohio 44107
phone 216.262.5756
e.mail sinjin.designspace@gmail.com
online linkedin.com/in/sinjindesignspace
sinjin-designspace.com
Précis A flexible, focused and dependable designer. Comfortable in the role of both Leader and
lieutenant. Innovative and talented in many disciplines of aesthetic design.
My contributions will demonstrate a team-oriented work ethic, attention to detail,
and versatility derived from my diverse professional and educational experience.
Skill Set Interior Design
o space planning of interior architecture : commercial + residential
o specification of interior finishes and furnishings
o manual rendering & drafting - floor plans, elevations, sections, details & perspectives
o professional presentation & sales
o comprehension / interpretation of architectural construction documents & specs
Sustainability + Green Building
o materials, methods and technology
o networked-in with key green builders and planners in Northeast Ohio
o experience with LEED and Green Restaurant Association [ GRA ] rating systems
Graphics + Computer
o Autodesk AutoCAD 2007 / 2011 : computer aided drafting + Accurender 3-D
o Autodesk Revit 2010 : 50 hours corporate training - BIM drafting software
o BeLight Live Interior 3D Pro
o Adobe Photoshop CS2 - CS5
o Adobe Illustrator CS5 – experience in Logo, Print and Signage Design
o Trimble/Google Sketchup – general proficiency
o Microsoft Office suite
o equally proficient in both Mac & Windows platforms + troubleshooting
Communication
o marketing, editorial and copy writing
o excellent graphic design skills + experience
o traditional film-based and digital photography
o working knowledge of written Spanish language. Foundational Japanese
Education LEED Accredited Professional - USGBC December 2008
United States Green Building Council, Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design
Virginia Marti College of Art & Design [ VMCAD ] September 2008
Lakewood, Ohio
Associate of Applied Business - magna cum laude
Major : Interior Design
Rochester Institute Of Technology [ RIT ] June 1994
Rochester, New York
Bachelor of Fine Arts - cum laude
Major : Photo Illustration [ integrated program of Graphic Design & Photojournalism]
Industry Affiliations : Northeast Ohio-USGBC : 2009 Program Development committee leader
Involvement ASID Ohio North : 2010 / 2011 Communications Director
ZeroLandfill Cleveland : 3+ year volunteer
International Interior Design Association [ IIDA ] : associate member
Student Internship - Spectrum Design Services @ mbi/2km Architecture 2008
o assist designers in preparation of client presentations and in compiling project specs
President, ASID - Student Chapter [ American Society of Interior Designers] 2007 / 2008

2. Work Ohio Authority Magazine Online - ohioauthority.com 2010 - Present
Cleveland Heights, OH
+History Contributing Writer - Regional Green Design + Sustainability
Self-Employed - DBA " ::designspace " 2008 - Present
Lakewood, OH
Interior Design + Sustainability Consulting
Restaurant, Residential & Light Commercial Design with 'Triple Bottom Line' approach.
Sustainable construction & materials, Budgetary performance, Community connectivity
o comprehensive interior design services + graphic/signage design
o specification of green-option interior Building Materials, Furnishings & Finishes
o high efficiency Building Systems and Waste Reduction strategies
o Barrier-Free and Aging In Place design integration
The Greenhouse Tavern - Restaurant Project 2008 - Present
Cleveland, OH
Principal Designer & Sustainability Director
Major restaurant startup located in Downtown E.4th Street neighborhood for Chef/Owner
Jonathon Sawyer [James Beard Award-nominee]. Total development budget $1.5 million
o space planning for Owner and the project Architect - Waddell + Associates
o design services for Interior Concept and design of Custom Furnishings & Lighting
o façade design for exterior renovation- Representative to Cleveland Landmarks Comm.
o sustainability R & D to specify solutions for : HVAC, lighting, water use,
construction materials & methods, finishes, furnishings, waste reduction
o as liaison to The Green Restaurant Association, succeeded in earning first national
Certified Green Restaurant in Ohio 2009, first 3-Star Rating in Ohio 2010
o successfully negotiated strategic Industry Partnerships with Local and Regional
Manufacturers & Vendors resulting in savings of over $25k in Materials / Marketing.
o headed Community Outreach events and Speaking Engagements with Chef Sawyer
Lolita Bistro & Wine Bar 2005 - Present
Cleveland, OH
Lead Bartender
High-profile, high-style urban bistro owned by Chef Michael Symon - creator of original Lola Bistro
and star of The Food Network's "Iron Chef America" & ABC's "The Chew"
o supplemental income + continued connection to current developments in the industry
The Johnny Mango World Cafés 2004 - 2005
Cleveland, OH / Willoughby, OH
General Manager
Responsible for quality, profitability and marketing of independent restaurant operation
o recruited by the owners for the opening of a second restaurant as a prototype
for future units, extended my involvement into Marketing and Corporate Identity
o entrusted to reinvigorate original 9 year-old establishment in Ohio City
$1.2 million annual gross sales.
The Great Lakes Brewing Company 2000 - 2004
Cleveland, OH
General Manager – Restaurant, Pub & Catering Division
Responsible for quality and profitability of all Restaurant Operations and Physical Plant
$2.7 million annual gross sales
o established Sustainability practices within restaurant operations
- audit / retrofit of energy and lighting systems for efficiency and reduced costs
- implementation of company-wide recycling program
- evaluation / introduction of Sustainable product vendors
o initiated energy retrofit + ongoing renovation of company’s historic Victorian buildings
o development of new Food & Beverage Specifications :
Locally produced, Naturally raised, Organic constituents where appropriate
o leadership & development of a team of 6 dept managers and staff of 60+ employees