I am Chris Snyder, a highly accomplished, award-winning interior and furniture designer with over 30 years of experience developing luxury designs for residential and commercial spaces. I created a custom high-end furniture company in 2001 and have drawn on experience in boat and yacht design since 1990. I have also designed high-end 3D lighted sculptures and owned a luxe fashion boutique/art gallery/furniture showroom. As the President/Owner of a full-service interior design firm, I guide projects from concept to completion, coordinating outside contractors, architects, developers, and vendors, while selecting fabrics, finishes, and equipment. My early career included AutoCAD work for major commercial projects such as Denver International Airport and large corporate clients.

Chris Snyder

I am Chris Snyder, a highly accomplished, award-winning interior and furniture designer with over 30 years of experience developing luxury designs for residential and commercial spaces. I created a custom high-end furniture company in 2001 and have drawn on experience in boat and yacht design since 1990. I have also designed high-end 3D lighted sculptures and owned a luxe fashion boutique/art gallery/furniture showroom. As the President/Owner of a full-service interior design firm, I guide projects from concept to completion, coordinating outside contractors, architects, developers, and vendors, while selecting fabrics, finishes, and equipment. My early career included AutoCAD work for major commercial projects such as Denver International Airport and large corporate clients.

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I am Chris Snyder, a highly accomplished, award-winning interior and furniture designer with over 30 years of experience developing luxury designs for residential and commercial spaces. I created a custom high-end furniture company in 2001 and have drawn on experience in boat and yacht design since 1990. I have also designed high-end 3D lighted sculptures and owned a luxe fashion boutique/art gallery/furniture showroom.

As the President/Owner of a full-service interior design firm, I guide projects from concept to completion, coordinating outside contractors, architects, developers, and vendors, while selecting fabrics, finishes, and equipment. My early career included AutoCAD work for major commercial projects such as Denver International Airport and large corporate clients.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

President / Owner at Smoke and Mirrors Design
January 1, 1994 - Present
President/Owner of a full-service interior design firm focusing on modern but timeless high-end luxury design for residential homes, condos, and commercial spaces; manages projects from concept to completion including coordinating outside contractors, subcontractors, builders, developers, and architects.
Founder at CD Collection
January 1, 2001 - Present
Created a custom luxury furniture line; worked with hospitality, commercial, and residential clients; established showroom presence and built global dealer network; master in textiles, materials, finishes and jewels; expert in handcrafted construction of luxe products.
Associate Designer at Nancy Freedoff Interior Design
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1994
Assisted with interior design concept development, client coordination, and material selections for residential projects.
AutoCAD Designer at Murata Outland Architects
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1992
Entry-level position using AutoCAD and affiliated software to design for commercial projects including Denver International Airport, Coors Brewing Company, and Japanese corporate projects.
Boutique Owner at Boutiques (Luxe fashion boutique / art gallery / furniture showroom)
January 1, 2001 - Present
Owned a high-end luxe fashion boutique/art gallery/furniture showroom sold worldwide to luxury clientele.

Education

Bachelor's degree at Ringling College of Art + Design
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1991

Qualifications

AIA Award for Office Space Design & Renovation
January 1, 2001 - May 21, 2026
Sarasota Season of Sculpture – 2nd Place
January 1, 2005 - May 21, 2026
Interior Design Magazine 2000
January 1, 2000 - May 21, 2026
Architectural Digest Magazine 2000
January 1, 2000 - May 21, 2026

Industry Experience

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