I'm Amy Aiston. I've always been creating and try to see things from different perspectives (hobbies abseiling and horse riding). For me there is nothing more thrilling than starting a new design project and seeking out inspiration. I'm passionate, positive, hard working and enthusiastic. I especially enjoy challenging the way Read More...

I'm Amy Aiston. I've always been creating and try to see things from different perspectives (hobbies abseiling and horse riding). For me there is nothing more thrilling than starting a new design project and seeking out inspiration. I'm passionate, positive, hard working and enthusiastic. I especially enjoy challenging the way people think and manipulating light and texture to create different atmospheres in my designs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA (Hons) degree in 3D Furniture and interior design
• Art BTEC (DMM)

EXPERTISE

• Spatial Awareness

• Google Sketch Up

• Adobe Photoshop

• Apple Mac

• Exhibition Planning

• Presentation of proposals

• Interfacing with Manufacturers

• Material and colour Awareness

CURRENT ROLE

December 2012 - Present: Freelance Interior Designer

Since December 2012 have operated as a Freelance Interior Designer completing two assignments for the Petersfield Museum as follows: Produced CAD site model and visualisations for trustees which involved reading original sections/elevations; drawing to scale plans by hand; taking exterior measurements and creating clear images for trustees of the Museum to view. For the second assignment I re-designed the layout of the main exhibition space which required the following: Interviewing the Curator; measuring the interior space (including the features and display cases); drawing to scale plans by hand, creating several CAD models in order to experiment with different layout plans and creating a final CAD model that the new measurements for the re-designed space, could be taken from. 

PORTFOLIO OF ASSIGNMENTS

 The University of Plymouth. Student Interior Designer (approx 4 weeks) Prepared and exhibited work at the New Designers exhibition (London). Assisted with spatial planning, organisation and construction to create a professional display, that clearly branded the university.

 Private Home Owner, Hampshire. Designer (approx 3 weeks) Commissioned to design and make bespoke sign for residential property in Hampshire. Researched the history of the property and produced a sign that was sympathetic to the surroundings that clearly marked the property.

 East Hants District Council Youth Council. Volunteer Mentor (approx 1 month) Helped with a proposal to attract a new youth clothes shop for Petersfield, Hampshire. Presenting previous knowledge, experience and providing advice and inspiration that helped the young people put together a strong proposal.

Plymouth Central Hall Methodist Church. StudentInterior Designer (approx 6 weeks) Provided ideas for re-design of Church youth centre. Teamed up with a product designer, conducted extensive observations and interviews with clients. Produced an exciting design concept that opened up the available space and allowed more natural light to flood in.

 Petersfield Snooker and Bowls Club. Student Interior Designer (approx 3 weeks) Advised with plans for the layout of the snooker club. Provided several CAD models, provided practical advice on re-design (including wallpaper samples) that could be achieved on a low budget.

 Private Home Owner, Plymouth. Student Interior Designer (approx 2 weeks) Provided advice for interior re-design of a house. Advised on correct use of colour to apply to different room sizes and ensured client understood the advice.