Hi, I'm Shawna Carpenter. I am a design professional focused on 2D/3D drawings, photorealistic renderings, and virtual design for new construction and remodel projects. I translate conceptual ideas into clear visuals that support client decision-making, sales, and execution, with a luxury residential and custom home emphasis. I excel at coordinating with clients and teams to manage budgets, sourcing FF&E, and delivering polished presentations that communicate design intent and value.

Shawna Carpenter

Hi, I'm Shawna Carpenter. I am a design professional focused on 2D/3D drawings, photorealistic renderings, and virtual design for new construction and remodel projects. I translate conceptual ideas into clear visuals that support client decision-making, sales, and execution, with a luxury residential and custom home emphasis. I excel at coordinating with clients and teams to manage budgets, sourcing FF&E, and delivering polished presentations that communicate design intent and value.

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Hi, I’m Shawna Carpenter. I am a design professional focused on 2D/3D drawings, photorealistic renderings, and virtual design for new construction and remodel projects. I translate conceptual ideas into clear visuals that support client decision-making, sales, and execution, with a luxury residential and custom home emphasis.
I excel at coordinating with clients and teams to manage budgets, sourcing FF&E, and delivering polished presentations that communicate design intent and value.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner/Designer at 2 SISTERS EVENTS & DESIGN LLC DBA Shawna Carpenter Designs
August 31, 2000 - Present
Design industry - Interior and Architectural Design
2D & 3D Visualization Designer (Consultant) at Self-employed
March 1, 2018 - Present
Produce refined 2D drawings and 3D models for interior design and residential projects; develop photorealistic renderings using Lumion to communicate materiality, lighting, scale, and atmosphere; partner with designers and clients to interpret aesthetic direction, functional needs, and budget parameters; create polished, studio-quality presentations that support client approvals and design storytelling.
2D & 3D Visualization Designer/Interior Design Specialist at 2 Sisters Events & Design
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2025
Led all creative direction and design development for client projects from concept to execution; created design boards, proposals, and scaled 2D/3D drawings for presentations and approvals; managed full project lifecycle including vendor coordination, material sourcing, and on-site execution; oversaw financial management, budgeting, and cost tracking for each project.
Interior Designer – Custom Home Builder at Hickman Home Inc.
January 1, 2019 - Present
Guide clients through interior and exterior finish selections for newly built custom homes; produce 3D models, elevations, and photorealistic renderings showcasing completed homes with furnishings when contracted; support builder sales and client clarity through visual storytelling and spatial accuracy.
2D & 3D Visualization Designer (Consultant) at Self-employed / Consultant
March 1, 2018 - Present
Produce refined 2D drawings and 3D models for interior design and residential projects, ensuring visual clarity and spatial accuracy. Develop photorealistic renderings to communicate materiality, lighting, scale, and atmosphere. Partner with designers and clients to interpret aesthetic direction, functional needs, and budget parameters. Create polished, studio-quality presentations that support client approvals and design storytelling.
Owner / Designer at 2 Sisters Events & Design
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2025
Led all creative direction and design development for client projects from concept to execution. Created design boards, proposals, and scaled 2D/3D drawings for presentations and approvals. Managed full project lifecycle including vendor coordination, material sourcing, and on-site execution. Oversaw financial management, budgeting, and cost tracking for each project.

Education

AutoCAD Candidate 1 & 2 at VDCI - Virtual Design and Construction Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Interior Design Certification at Sheffield College of Interior Design - Online
September 1, 2015 - January 14, 2026
2D & 3D Modeling Certification at SketchUp for Professionals - Brightman Design - Online
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
3D Modeling for Interior Design Certification at SketchUp for Interior Design, San Luis Obispo, CA
January 1, 2017 - January 14, 2026
Certificate at VDCI - Virtual Design and Construction Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Interior Design Certification at Sheffield College of Interior Design - Online
September 1, 2015 - January 14, 2026
2D & 3D Modeling Certification at SketchUp for Professionals - Brightman Design - Online
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
3D Modeling for Interior Design Certification at SketchUp for Interior Design San Luis Obispo, CA
January 1, 2017 - January 14, 2026

Qualifications

AutoCAD
April 1, 2020 - October 29, 2020
GPA - 4.0 with Certificate in 1 and 2
Sheffield college of Interior Design
September 29, 2014 - October 15, 2015
Certificate of Interior Design
Sketchup for Professionals - Brightman Design
February 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Certificate for both 2D and 3D modeling
Sketchup for Interior Design
January 1, 2017 - March 1, 2019
Certificate of interior design
AutoCAD Candidate 1 & 2
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Interior Design Certification
September 1, 2015 - January 14, 2026
2D & 3D Modeling Certification
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
3D Modeling for Interior Design Certification
January 1, 2017 - January 14, 2026
VDCI - Virtual Design and Construction Institute Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Interior Design Certification
September 1, 2015 - January 14, 2026
2D & 3D Modeling - SketchUp for Professionals
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
3D Modeling for Interior Design - SketchUp for Interior Design
January 1, 2017 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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