Hello, I’m Laura Porteous, a designer, artist and entrepreneur based in Verbier, Switzerland. I blend visual rigour with practical problem‑solving to deliver brand identities and immersive experiences for premium clients. I run an independent studio (LP ARTWORKS), delivering end-to-end creative services from visual identity and branding to interior and kitchen design. I bring hands-on expertise in copywriting, digital marketing, project planning, and high-level client care to every project, while staying fluent in English and French and thriving in luxury lifestyle markets.…

Laura Porteous

Hello, I’m Laura Porteous, a designer, artist and entrepreneur based in Verbier, Switzerland. I blend visual rigour with practical problem‑solving to deliver brand identities and immersive experiences for premium clients. I run an independent studio (LP ARTWORKS), delivering end-to-end creative services from visual identity and branding to interior and kitchen design. I bring hands-on expertise in copywriting, digital marketing, project planning, and high-level client care to every project, while staying fluent in English and French and thriving in luxury lifestyle markets.…

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Hello, I’m Laura Porteous, a designer, artist and entrepreneur based in Verbier, Switzerland. I blend visual rigour with practical problem‑solving to deliver brand identities and immersive experiences for premium clients.

I run an independent studio (LP ARTWORKS), delivering end-to-end creative services from visual identity and branding to interior and kitchen design. I bring hands-on expertise in copywriting, digital marketing, project planning, and high-level client care to every project, while staying fluent in English and French and thriving in luxury lifestyle markets.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Head Chef at La Terrasse Blonde
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Supervision of a five-person kitchen team; ensured health and safety standards; delivered Swedish fusion cuisine; managed kitchen budget, supplies, logistics and accounts; recruitment and training; menu costing and pricing;
Personal Assistant at Ms. Johannah Bernstein – International Law
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Executive support: scheduling; confidential documentation; high-level administration.
F O U N D E R · C R E A T I V E D I R E C T O R · A R T I S T at LP Artworks
January 1, 2016 - Present
Independent creative studio: visual identity and brand design for commercial clients across Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Canva — from concept through to final delivery. Full digital marketing strategy and execution: Facebook Ads, Mailchimp campaigns, WordPress, Google Analytics — managed independently across multiple client accounts. Copywriting and content creation for brand communications, campaigns and social media. Gallery exhibitions curated and organised; original works across oil, palette knife, portraiture, stencil and abstract.
Client Concierge; Alpine Ski Instructor at Performance Verbier
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2024
Luxury client experiences and alpine instruction; CSIA 3. Trusted concierge for high-net-worth individuals and corporate groups — bespoke experience curation, event management and client care at senior level in high-pressure, fast-changing environments. Deep knowledge of the luxury lifestyle market: fine dining, wellness, alpine experiences.

Education

Diploma of Interior Design at National Design Academy, UK
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Complete Digital Marketing at Udemy
January 1, 2023 - June 19, 2026
Interior Design Software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape) at NDA, UK
January 1, 2026 - June 19, 2026

Qualifications

DELF B2 French Certificate
January 1, 2018 - May 6, 2026
Swiss Permit C (Independent)
January 1, 2016 - May 6, 2026
LHR Patente, Valais
January 1, 2021 - June 19, 2026
CSIA Level 3 Ski Instructor
January 1, 2010 - June 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Other, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet
    De Vries, Complete open plan living with connecting hallway.

    The De Vries family (3) have a dog and like to entertain. They wanted an open plan kitchen with sociable breakfast bar for 3 and enough dining and seating for up to 8. They work from home so needed to have a good sized office area and large entertainment unit. They wanted a taupe colour scheme and space for artworks to hang. https://www.twine.net/signin