Natalie Lacey
Interior Designer
Cape Town
Summary
A creative visionary with a passion for transformative spaces. As a highly skilled and innovative interior designer, I specialize in creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces that reflect clients' unique visions and needs. With a strong foundation in interior design and two years of experience in residential design, I excel at delivering bespoke solutions that combine creativity, practicality, and attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Interior Designer
JK Architects
01.2025 - Current
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed comprehensive design concepts through sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
- Implemented multiple high-end residential interior design projects within cost, quality and timeframe targets.
Interior Designer
SOTA Joinery
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Joinery Design: Conceptualized and designed custom joinery solutions for a variety of projects, including residential homes and developments.
- Client Collaboration: Liaised directly with clients to understand their design preferences, functional requirements, and budget constraints, ensuring their vision was incorporated into the joinery designs.
- Material Selection: Carefully selected and recommended materials for joinery construction, considering factors such as aesthetics, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Detailed Quoting: Prepared detailed and accurate quotations for the joinery designs, providing clients with transparent cost breakdowns and project estimates.
- Technical Drawings: Created comprehensive service and production drawings that served as essential guidelines for the installation of joinery, ensuring precise and efficient execution by craftsmen and contractors.
- Project Management: Managed joinery design projects from concept to completion, overseeing all phases of design, fabrication, and installation to ensure alignment with client expectations and project timelines.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborated with architects, contractors, and other design professionals to ensure seamless integration of joinery designs into overall interior spaces.
Au Pair
Otto Family
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Acted as a responsible role model by demonstrating respect, kindness, and healthy habits to the host family''s children.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
- Enhanced family''s daily routine by providing attentive childcare and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
Au Pair
Mackenzie Family
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Childcare: Provided attentive and nurturing care to two children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- School Transportation: Consistently picked up the children from school and drove them safely home, maintaining a reliable and punctual schedule.
- Recreational Activities: Participated and helped assist in recreational activities.
- Emergency Preparedness: Demonstrated composure and quick decision-making in handling emergencies or unexpected situations, ensuring their safety.
- Communication: Maintained open and effective communication with the children’s parents, as well as with the children.
- Transportation: Occasionally accompanied the children to extracurricular activities or appointments, ensuring they arrived safely and on time.
Restaurant Hostess
Fyn Restaurant
01.2019
- Guest Seating: Greeted and warmly welcomed guests upon their arrival, guiding them to their designated tables and ensuring a pleasant dining experience.
- Seating Management: Effectively managed the restaurant’s seating chart.
- Customer Service: Provided exceptional customer service by addressing guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests with professionalism and courtesy.
Education
BA - Interior Design
IIE Vega Cape Town
01.2022
High School - undefined
St Cyprians School
01.2018
Skills
Communication
Adaptability
Collaboration
Patience
Proficient in Autocad
Space planning
Working drawings and procedures
Client communication
EXPERTISE
- Problem Solving: Adept at identifying design challenges and implementing innovative solutions.
- Joinery Design: Specialized knowledge and proficiency in designing custom joinery solutions for various interior spaces.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Time Management: Effective time management skills.
- Adaptability: Capacity to adapt to evolving project requirements, design trends, and client preferences.
- Innovation: Ongoing interest in staying updated with industry trends and incorporating innovative design elements.
References
Brendan Hepburn, brendan@sotajoinery.co.za, +27 72 761 3620
Jurgen Kieslich, jurgen@jkarchitects.co.za, +27 82 490 0691
Timeline
Interior Designer
JK Architects
01.2025 - Current
Au Pair
Otto Family
08.2024 - 08.2025
Interior Designer
SOTA Joinery
01.2023 - 01.2025
Au Pair
Mackenzie Family
01.2020 - 01.2022
Restaurant Hostess
Fyn Restaurant
01.2019
High School - undefined
St Cyprians School
BA - Interior Design
IIE Vega Cape Town