1. SAMANTHA STRANG
th
2291 34 Avenue 814.935.2517
San Francisco, CA samanthastrang@gmail.com
EDUCATION: Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA - 2008 FIDER
Accredited
Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture & Design Cumulative GPA:
3.84
Minor: Business Administration
Minor: Fine Art
WORK
EXPERIENCE: Technical Designer August 2009 -
Present
Poggenpohl U.S., Inc. San Francisco,
CA
• Collaborate with designers & architects on interior layout concepts for multi-unit,
residential, commercial, & international projects
• Develop 3D rendered perspectives throughout the design development phases and for final
client presentations, not only for the SF office, but other offices across the U.S.
• Create and utilize an AutoCAD template for construction of CAD DWG Sets including plans,
elevations, blocking, electrical, and details using Poggenpohl 3D CAD Blocks
• Arrange pricing quotations of cabinetry, countertops, and appliances
• Instruct training courses & developed a teaching plan for new employees to learn Planit 3D
Modeling
• Attend appliance training courses to better target clients needs (Thermador, Gaggenau,
Miele)
Interior Designer (Intern) September 2006 – April 2007
Elizabeth Shapiro Murphy Interior Design Sewickley, PA
• Designed and produced hand-drafted and computer generated CAD DWG sets of new build
and remodeled homes, offices, and healthcare facilities
• Executed site surveys – worked in a team with developers, architects, & interior designers
• Discussed ideas – presented project concepts, material selections and interior/exterior
perspectives
• Researched and advised fixture, appliance, and material selections
Interior Designer (Intern) October 2006 – April 2007
Jean Bugay Interior & Architectural Design Pittsburgh,
PA
• Efficiently created perspectives and floor plans of residential projects
• Maintained and built strong relationships with reps by discussing design concepts, placing
purchase orders, updating library materials, and obtaining new product information
Textile Consultant (Intern) January 2007 – April 2007
Marforth Design Center Pittsburgh,
PA
• Assisted designers in selecting appropriate textile applications based on anticipated wear,
purpose, & aesthetics
• Selected and organized incoming new textile inventory from vendors
TECH. SKILLS

2. & TRAINING: AutoCAD, Planit 3D Professional Modeling, Form Z Modeling, Primefact, Adobe
Illustrator & Photoshop, Gimp, Microsoft Office Suite
• Studios – Retail, Residential, Hospitality, Commercial
• Interior Systems, Interior Detailing, Interior Materials & Construction Documents,
Lighting & Textiles
• Contract Documents, Codes & Professional Practice, Interior Environmental Issues