I'm a highly experienced Space Planner and Interior Designer with over 28 years in the retail and commercial sectors. I'm passionate about creating innovative, client-focused design solutions and take pride in managing projects smoothly from concept and design through to installation. I have excellent communication skills and a strong ability to lead and motivate teams, thriving in fast-paced environments, where attention to detail and creative problem-solving are key. I bring a collaborative approach to projects and take pride in leading teams to deliver exceptional results. I’m now seeking a dynamic remote-based role with the flexibility to travel for meetings and site visits as required, where I can contribute my energy, expertise and professionalism.

Lee Dixon

I'm a highly experienced Space Planner and Interior Designer with over 28 years in the retail and commercial sectors. I'm passionate about creating innovative, client-focused design solutions and take pride in managing projects smoothly from concept and design through to installation. I have excellent communication skills and a strong ability to lead and motivate teams, thriving in fast-paced environments, where attention to detail and creative problem-solving are key. I bring a collaborative approach to projects and take pride in leading teams to deliver exceptional results. I’m now seeking a dynamic remote-based role with the flexibility to travel for meetings and site visits as required, where I can contribute my energy, expertise and professionalism.

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I’m a highly experienced Space Planner and Interior Designer with over 28 years in the retail and commercial sectors. I’m passionate about creating innovative, client-focused design solutions and take pride in managing projects smoothly from concept and design through to installation.

I have excellent communication skills and a strong ability to lead and motivate teams, thriving in fast-paced environments, where attention to detail and creative problem-solving are key. I bring a collaborative approach to projects and take pride in leading teams to deliver exceptional results. I’m now seeking a dynamic remote-based role with the flexibility to travel for meetings and site visits as required, where I can contribute my energy, expertise and professionalism.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Space Planner & Interior Designer at LD Interior Design Solutions Ltd
January 1, 2009 - Present
Producing tailored space planning and CAD drawing solutions for clients across the commercial and retail sectors. I collaborate closely with clients and contractors at each stage of the project, from initial concept through on-site installation. I ensure a seamless design journey and smooth execution to exceed client expectations. Services include space planning, interior design, CAD drawing packages for manufacture and fit-out, mechanical and electrical drawings, and local authority planning applications. I have delivered projects for retail units, offices, builders merchants, warehouses, trade suppliers, showrooms and displays. I create schemes that capture each client’s vision, enhance space functionality, and elevate end-user experiences.
Project / Account Manager at Equinox Design Ltd
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Working for blue-chip clients on projects for Exhibitions, Museums, Displays, Experience Rooms and Showrooms throughout Europe. Managed and developed key accounts, obtaining design briefs, producing site surveys, and coordinating design teams to deliver innovative design solutions. Presented schemes to clients and coordinated designs proposals to meet client’s approval. Liaised with suppliers, in-house manufacturing and logistics teams and overseeing projects on site from manufacture through to installation.
Group Showroom & Exhibition Design Manager at Jacuzzi UK
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2009
Starting role as Group Showroom and Exhibition Designer for the UK, Ireland and the Middle East. Promoted to Group Design Manager in 2006. Managing a design team responsible for the design, management, manufacture and installation of Showrooms, Exhibitions, Hot Tub Centres, Road Shows and Displays, throughout the UK, Ireland and the Middle East. The role encompassed design and project manager skills, overseeing a small design team producing presentations for the Jacuzzi Group. Meeting clients and developing valuable working relationships. Obtaining design briefs and carrying out site surveys. Designing and overseeing the production of creative design solutions. Presenting schemes to clients to achieve design approval. Co-ordinating programmes, logistics teams, project costs, manufacture, product fitting, then overseeing projects on site from installation to project completion and handover.
CAD DESIGN MANAGER at Hurst Group Northern Ltd
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2003
Managing a small CAD department for Hurst Electrical Contractors (HEC) and Hurst Stores and Interiors (HSI). HEC: producing detailed Electrical and Mechanical installation drawings for Fire Alarm, Access Control, Power, Lighting, Ceilings, Heating and Ventilation, Water Supply and Waste pipework installations. Liaising with contracts managers and on-site installation teams to produce As Fitted Drawings. HSI: responsible for overseeing CAD design proposals and 3D Studio Max presentations. Coordinating projects between shop fitting and Joinery departments. Liaising with contracts managers and installation teams.
CAD DESIGNER / CAD DESIGN MANAGER at Hurst Group Northern Ltd
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2003
Managing a CAD department, producing detailed Electrical and Mechanical installation drawings for Fire Alarm, Access Control, Power, Lighting, Ceilings, Heating and Ventilation, Water Supply and Waste pipework installations. Liaising with contracts managers and on-site installation teams to produce As Fitted Drawings. Managing databases and producing CAD model templates. HSI: overseeing CAD design proposals and 3D Studio Max presentations.

Education

SMSTS Certification (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) at Leeds College Of Building
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
CSCS Certification (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) at Leeds College Of Building
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
HND Interior Design at Leeds College Of Art & Design
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995
OND 3D Design at Leeds College Of Art & Design
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1993
GCSEs at Benton Park Grammar School, Leeds
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
HND Interior Design at Leeds College Of Art & Design
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995
OND 3D Design at Leeds College Of Art & Design
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1993
GCSEs (8 GCSEs, grades C and above) at Benton Park Grammar School, Leeds
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025

Qualifications

SMSTS Certification (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
January 1, 2009 - December 5, 2025
CSCS Certification (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
January 1, 2009 - December 5, 2025
SMSTS Certification (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
January 1, 2009 - December 5, 2025
CSCS Certification (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
January 1, 2009 - December 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Other, Real Estate & Construction, Education