An interior designer with a background in operational and financial business management, I first gained exposure to the design process through creating and opening my previous business, Modo Yoga North Vancouver. Through this experience I felt a strong pull to study Interior Design. In 2020, I went back to school as mature student and completed a Bachelors of Interior Design from Wilson School of Design KPU.
With a deep seated appreciation for health and wellness, I am dedicated to crafting beautiful environments that prioritize well-being, longevity and sustainability, and meaningful connection. I am currently studying to gain a LEED GA certification.
Education
Bachelors of Interior Design at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (2020 - 2024)
Skills
AutoCAD, Vectorworks, & SketchUp
Photoshop, Illustrator & Procreate
Collaboration/ Project Coordination Software- Miro, Trello, and Asana
Microsoft Office & Excel, Google Suites
Public Speaking & Presenting
Event Planning & Coordination
International Travel experience - Design Field School Colombia - April 2023
Accomplishments & Awards
Finalist- Staples Workplace Design Award (April 2023)
2nd Place Winner- LIV Student Design Challenge (Sept 2022)
Volunteer Experience
IDIBC Climate Action Emerging Professionals- Committee Member (Sept 2022- April 2024)
Publications/ Conferences
H. Bassiri, H. Bell, P. Gavilanez & G. Sudlow. 2023. Reimagining eportfolios for learning and employment: A case study in Interior Design. Supporting the Ambitions of Higher Education. Pebblepad. 21-25
Presented in Edinburgh Scotland at PebbleBash- June 9-13, 2024,
