Merylin Ortac

About Merylin Ortac

I have a deep passion for various design disciplines, including fashion, graphic, industrial, and architectural, with a focus on the built environment. My career in interior design is driven by a fascination with the connection between people and spaces. With extensive experience and advanced skills in AutoCAD and SketchUp, I specialize in concept design, space planning, project management, business development, and client service. My bilingual fluency in English and Spanish and international experience enable me to blend diverse cultural perspectives and design trends. Key skills and qualifications include:• Capable of working independently and as part of a team, offering original solutions and collaborative ideas.• Understands and applies architectural concepts, building codes, and collaborates effectively with construction teams.• Balances multiple projects from concept to completion, merging imaginative vision with practical execution.• Leads projects with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring unique concepts are thoroughly realized.• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills, with a talent for inventive expression.• Deep understanding of the design process, with a focus on strategic design solutions.• Proactively identifies and addresses potential issues and needs, employing creative thinking to resolve challenges.• Strong foundation in interior design theory and practice, enriched by an original approach to solving design challenges.• Proficient in client needs identification, concept development, and presentation, leveraging originality to meet client expectations.• Skilled in hand-sketching, illustration, and hand drafting, enhancing effective communication and design development.• Knowledgeable in furnishings, décor, lighting, materials sourcing, and procurement, with a keen eye for modern and practical selections.• Experienced in project management and budgeting, integrating novel approaches with efficient resource management.• Bilingual in English and Spanish, utilizing creative communication skills to bridge diverse client needs and perspectives.An avid networker currently seeking an interior design position in the Seattle area. I welcome relevant conversations at m••••••••@outlook.com.\"

Experience

1. Interior Designer

   Tenhulzen Remodeling

   Oct 2025 — Present · Woodinville, WA, US

Education

• Bellevue College

  Bachelor's degree, Interior Design

• Bellevue College

  A.A. Degree, Interior Studies

  2018

• Altos de Chavon, School of Design

  A.A. Degree, Fashion/Apparel Design

  2001