Michael Robinson Pro

- The Wave Modular Wall Unit designed by Michael Robinson for Planac Furniture is featured in "Market Hits" in Furniture Today - August 12, 2013

- The Rittenhouse Bedroom designed by Michael Robinson for Planac Furniture is featured in "Market Guide: Exclusive First Look" in Furniture Today - April 20, 2013
http://www.furnituretoday.com/article/562726-Bedroom.php

- The Philadelphia Bedroom designed by Michael Robinson for Planac Furniture is featured in "Market Hits" in Furniture Today - February 11, 2013

- Featured in “The Khloe Wall Unit embodies functionality with a dollop of class” by Chandrani Datta in the online design magazine & blog HomeTone.com – July 13, 2011 - http://www.hometone.com/entry/khloe-wall-unit-embodies-functionality-dollop-class/

- Featured in “Big Screen Decorating Ideas” by Susan Zevon in the South Jersey Courier Post - January 23, 2010; Pages D1-D4

- First Place in American Leather's 2009 Best “Pitcher” of the Year for the Northeast United States

- Selected to design a room for Local TV show host and weatherman, Bill Henley for NBC-10’s “Design Challenge” -featured on the !10 Morning Show and at the 2009 Philadelphia Home Show – January 2009

- Featured in "Becoming A Product Designer" by Bruce Hannah (ISBN #: 0-471-22353-0) – 1st Edition Published in 2004

- Featured in “Industrial Design Exhibition” at the Philadelphia University Design Center - March 2004

• Welcomes clients and interior designers to the high-end contemporary showroom and assists them with their design needs by recommending appropriate furniture, lighting and accessories for their living or work space
• Visits clients' homes regularly throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland to evaluate and measure as part of the Unique Interiors In-Home Interior Design Consultation
• Develops presentations for design clients that consist of floor plans, elevations and proposals for furniture, wall art, lighting, accessories, area rugs, flooring, wall finishes and window treatments that fit within the customers' tastes, styles and budgets
• Designs custom furniture pieces for clients and interior designers including wall-units, dining tables and occasional pieces
• Maintains regular contact with clients and suppliers through all stages of the sale process
• Creates all articles and content for the Unique Interiors Blog which consistently generates exceptional search engine ranking for the manufacturers and products featured, resulting in an average of five telephone calls and online inquiries daily based on its content
• Responds and follows-up with all telephone and online inquiries for product information and pricing through website
• Designs and develops all email marketing campaigns to existing clients, new leads and the trade to build and maintain client base through regular emails and referrals
• Attends industry events including Highpoint Furniture Market and ICFF

• Developed extensive sales experience and product knowledge of high-end contemporary furniture and accessories
• Provided in-store and in-home design consultations and established a high level of customer service

• Managed research projects, multimedia presentations, CAD modeling, prototyping, and contract negotiation for designs including graphic identity systems, packaging, lighting and furniture

• Obtained sales experience in art jewelry, crafts, fine art, and furniture
• Attended trade shows including the Philadelphia Buyer's Market, International Stationary Show and the New York Gift Fair

• Developed product design concepts for Benza Design, Bozart, and Soxbox
• Assisted in the design development and installation of vinyl signage and graphics for the critically acclaimed design exhibition “What is Design Today?” at Philadelphia University from October 2003 through March 2003
• “WIDT?” was featured in ID Magazine, Metropolis Magazine, Philadelphia Magazine, the New York Times, the Philadelphia Inquirer and on CBS “Sunday Morning”

• Developed design concept presentations for clients including Mikron Instruments Inc. and Mopsee Enterprises Ltd. which included research, drafting, multimedia presentations, CAD modeling, rendering and prototyping
• Developed internal design explorations including modular furniture systems

• Designed, fabricated and installed of outdoor advertising, signage and vehicle lettering
• Developed an advanced understanding of traditional sign making techniques and proficiency in the use of a CNC vinyl plotter running Flexi-Sign Pro software