Neil Graham

Developed and executed architecture projects for local and international clients. Collaborated with all relevant studios throughout the process to ensure quality drawings and services were delivered. Opportunities to work with nonprofits, global technology companies, health care and local government projects. Used rendering expertise to visualize projects quickly and efficiently for a multitude of projects and disciplines. Supported multiple in-house projects and initiatives with our graphics and facilities teams.

Responsible for the design, development, project management and execution of footwear retail spaces around the globe. Primarily for Caleres’ “Healthy Living” brands Naturalizer, Bzees, Franco Sarto and Sam Edelman. Managed the design and architectural processes for branded retail spaces in our Domestic and International markets. Assisted our International franchisees with the design process, localized architectural specification, fabrication, construction and grand opening of Caleres’ branded retail environments. Ensured the ideal execution of brand design standards including the interior architecture, fixtures, finishes and visual merchandising programs of every space. Guided numerous projects through multiple vendors, affected Caleres departments and our retail field teams. Opened stores in the Middle East, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, Australia and South America. Most notably, I updated Naturalizer’s retail space experience during their (Fall 2017) re-branding. Additionally, I conceptualized and executed Bzees’ first stand-alone retail experience.

Assured the timely production of store designs and visual merchandising programs. Enhanced the customer’s in-store experience though design and visual merchandising. Reinforced and refined Famous Footwear’s brand identity through each project and object. Created fixture and furniture designs that were durable, easily manufactured and consistent with existing brand standards. Managed projects through design, refinement, and executive approval. Oversaw the manufacturing process, from prototype to delivery and installation in the retail stores.

Designed furniture, fixtures and interiors for commercial and residential spaces. Generated concepts for interiors, floor-plans, furniture, fixtures, signage and displays. Worked closely with the wood & metal shop teams to produce fabrication and installation drawings for every project. Managed established relationships with the clients, internal teams, contractors and vendors.