I am a well-established award-winning commercial designer with over twenty years of international experience. I am a registered Licensed Building Practitioner Design 1 and am able to lodge Building Consent Applications as required. I am proficient in using CAD, in particular Revit. I conceptualise, document [In Revit , SketchUp and Enscape - 3D real-time rendering & virtual reality plugin] and deliver projects including Procurement [FF&E Schedules with associated trade account privileges]. I have excellent references from clients in the film industry [Roger Murray & Felicity Letcher], attesting to my ability to work to budget[s] and deliver accordingly. My ability to create built environments including not only unique design direction interpretation of a clients brief, as well as integrated services [HVAC, Electrical & Structural liaison through sub consultants] within the workplace environment. I deliver highly creative and compliant environments in an efficient, contractually compliant and timely manner. End to end delivery. My recent completion of a new build, in a sub alpine environment in New Zealand puts me in a position of strength through proven relationships with a local mill, ordering and delivering unique timber species as well as distinctive stone crafting. My work spans across various regions including New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Canada, and the UK, offering uniquely integrated concepts and project management skills. I am available 'immediately'.

Bridget Thornton

I am a well-established award-winning commercial designer with over twenty years of international experience. I am a registered Licensed Building Practitioner Design 1 and am able to lodge Building Consent Applications as required. I am proficient in using CAD, in particular Revit. I conceptualise, document [In Revit , SketchUp and Enscape - 3D real-time rendering & virtual reality plugin] and deliver projects including Procurement [FF&E Schedules with associated trade account privileges]. I have excellent references from clients in the film industry [Roger Murray & Felicity Letcher], attesting to my ability to work to budget[s] and deliver accordingly. My ability to create built environments including not only unique design direction interpretation of a clients brief, as well as integrated services [HVAC, Electrical & Structural liaison through sub consultants] within the workplace environment. I deliver highly creative and compliant environments in an efficient, contractually compliant and timely manner. End to end delivery. My recent completion of a new build, in a sub alpine environment in New Zealand puts me in a position of strength through proven relationships with a local mill, ordering and delivering unique timber species as well as distinctive stone crafting. My work spans across various regions including New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Canada, and the UK, offering uniquely integrated concepts and project management skills. I am available 'immediately'.

Available to hire

I am a well-established award-winning commercial designer with over twenty years of international experience. I am a registered Licensed Building Practitioner Design 1 and am able to lodge Building Consent Applications as required. I am proficient in using CAD, in particular Revit. I conceptualise, document [In Revit , SketchUp and Enscape - 3D real-time rendering & virtual reality plugin] and deliver projects including Procurement [FF&E Schedules with associated trade account privileges]. I have excellent references from clients in the film industry [Roger Murray & Felicity Letcher], attesting to my ability to work to budget[s] and deliver accordingly. My ability to create built environments including not only unique design direction interpretation of a clients brief, as well as integrated services [HVAC, Electrical & Structural liaison through sub consultants] within the workplace environment. I deliver highly creative and compliant environments in an efficient, contractually compliant and timely manner. End to end delivery.
My recent completion of a new build, in a sub alpine environment in New Zealand puts me in a position of strength through proven relationships with a local mill, ordering and delivering unique timber species as well as distinctive stone crafting.
My work spans across various regions including New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Canada, and the UK, offering uniquely integrated concepts and project management skills. I am available ‘immediately’.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

Senior Designer at Woodhams Meikle Zhan (WMZ) Architects
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2006
Responsible for retail design development, conceptual visual identity, and documentation. Worked on high-profile projects including restaurant designs and supermarket refurbishments.
CEO at BTInteriors
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2014
Managed all business activity including design direction, client liaising, project management, and staff management. Won awards for innovative retail and residential designs.
Senior Designer at Ithemba Design Studio
February 1, 2020 - Present
Managed residential and commercial projects, focusing on design direction, client consultations, and documentation.

Education

Matriculation with University Entrance at Waverley Girls High School
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988
Diploma in Design at Greenside Design Center
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1991
NQF Level 05 at College of Design
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1991

Qualifications

Licensed Building Practitioner
January 1, 2000 - April 20, 2026

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