sarah koehn
INTERIOR DESIGNER
phone
616.443.2050
education
Master in Interior Architecture
Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Resourceful and quick-witted designer with a keen eye for detail and knack for befriending dogs. Never without a notepad and pen, I’m ready to challenge assumptions and find creative solutions through a design-thinking lens. Agile, approachable, and authentic, you can count on me to bring something extra to the table.
experience
July 2023 - Present
August 2023 - Present
January 2023 - May 2023
August 2021 - May 2023
August 2019 - March 2020
April 2015 - June 2019
INTERIOR DESIGNER
AE7 in Pittsburgh, PA
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Led all phases of interior design across a diverse portfolio of commercial projects, including programming, concept development, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
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Conducted field verification and site visits to document existing conditions, record measurements, and validate spatial data, ensuring alignment between design intent, project requirements, and client expectations
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams and remote coworkers (often international), including engineers and contractors, to coordinate design efforts, resolve issues efficiently, and support on-time, on-budget project delivery
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Developed and coordinated interior construction documents in Revit, while producing 3D models, renderings, and client-facing presentations using SketchUp, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite, supporting design development, coordination, and informed client decision-making
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA
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Developed and delivered a comprehensive curriculum in sustainable interior design, covering passive design strategies, sustainable material selection, and approaches for reducing environmental impact in built environments
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Mentored students in applying sustainability principles to real-world design projects, fostering critical thinking, technical rigor, and environmentally responsible decision-making
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Integrated contemporary sustainability frameworks, case studies, and industry standards into coursework to bridge academic theory with professional practice
INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN
RM Creative in Pittsburgh, PA
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Provided support for multiple healthcare and commercial projects; responsibilities included documenting existing conditions (Revit and hand-sketching), editing construction documents, developing 3D renderings, and assisting with FF&E selections
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Assisted partners and associates with company-wide initiatives including managing the resource library, developing proposals and resumes (content and design), and producing templates on inDesign
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT
Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA
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Provided the interior architecture department with administrative support, assisting with CIDA accreditation upkeep, and planning/managing department-sponsored events
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Assisted professors with one to two undergraduate courses per semester, tasked with grading all assignments and projects, managing the class roster, and assisting with lectures and in-class discussions
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Held weekly office hours for one-on-one student interactions, further supporting students’ comprehension of course content, improving overall learning outcomes
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Kent ISD in Grand Rapids, MI
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Fulfilled short-term substitute assignments across all subject areas, teaching students of varied academic levels (grades 4-12) and diverse backgrounds, instructing classes of as many as 30 students at a time
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Frequently requested by teachers and administrators due to exemplary classroom management, student engagement, and communication
PROJECT SUPERVISOR
Williams Group in Grand Rapids, MI
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Provided communications and marketing services, strategic planning, project and program management, and research support for national philanthropies, non-profits, and global corporations
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Produced, edited, and proofread content for print and digital communication, including articles, reports, presentations, blogs, and social media
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Orchestrated design and execution of cross-platform projects and branding initiatives with competing deadlines, working closely with project teams, graphic designers, clients, and external vendors