Felipe Lopez

Apply value engineering and solutions to preliminary and existing design of fixtures and displays; evaluate and finalize shop drawings and additional documentation for Metal, Plastic and Millwork Fabrication; lead designer engineer for permanent displays projects, predominantly within the Cosmetic and BodyCare brands for big box retailers such Target, Walmart and CVS.

Develop, design and adjust fixtures and components for brands such as Amazon, Allbirds, ParisBaguette and others.
Value engineering to existing fixtures, delivering a cost-effective and improved fixture within the current design.
Assist and support sales process through 3D explanatory sketches and Approval drawings, defining design intent and
point of definition, providing clear and sufficient information to Engineering/Production for seamless process.

Produce Shop Drawings for Architectural/Design approval and coordinate production and installation in conjunction
with project manager and foremen.

Visual Merchandising for Store Windows *Finalize, adjust and compliment designs for seasonal windows, based on guide lines dictated by the brand. *Draw and simulate in 3D new designs for all store locations, proposing solutions and variations to accommodate basic design in different scenarios maintaining production-budget restrictions. *Supply all information for production and installations (Materials orders, shop drawings, and programs for machining)

Specialized in merchandising solutions and retail environments. *Design & Engineer fixtures / displays components for the cosmetic and fragrance retail field. (L'oreal brands) *Generate detailed construction documents for estimating, production and installation, 3D & 2D drawings. *Management project assistance, predominantly within the "Retail Environments and Store Fixturing". *General engineering department office duties and field work (measuring, site survey, and coordination)

Wooden craftsmanship on high-end furniture and accents. *Establish the Design Department as engine of innovation and quality. *Facilitate communication in between clients and production, creating 3D sketches and technical shop drawings while assisting production in fabrication of pieces. * Developing designs and prototypes of fine wooden furniture and accents with diverse finishes, exploring new markets and possible trends.

Focus on customized furniture design and development, commercial spaces, and branding.
Design customized furnishings for clients, specifically in the kids and babies market. *
Develop wide range of small commercial spaces for emerging businesses and brands, including showrooms and pop-up shops. *Compile presentations of concepts based on key trend research, preparing all sketches and technical drawings. Ensure products are aligned with customers' needs, expectations, and goals.
Led creation of complete line of customized nursery furniture and accents (20 pieces) for production overseas. Also developed 3 crib designs for out-of-state entrepreneur and bedroom/walk-in closet for millwork company. *Chartered development of advanced concepts, product, merchandising, and branding for emerging companies and businesses, including "Duchess of Winter" brand and design for pop-up shop in Brooklyn. *Provided key consultancy for Architectural Woodworking companies.

Customized commercial and residential furniture developer, specializing in cabinetry and libraries. Directed furniture concept, design and development process, leading engineering team of 7. Provided key support in closing deals, consulting on design, styles and finishes Developed accurate plans in AutoCad along with 3D hand-drawn illustrations to facilitate better client understanding of job and contract, adding technical information to be sent to production plant in Bolivia. Supervised production process overseas, communicating virtually via video calls and screen sharing and approving every stage of fabrication process. Compiled documents for installers to ensure quality of final product. *Generated 260% increase in sales in 18-month time frame by streamlining and optimizing design and production process. Efforts also resulted in better designs that boosted company reputation and attracted new customers. *Established and structured design department, defining all protocols, forms, and procedures, while promoting new ideas, designs, and pieces to launch. *Facilitated strong communications between New York and overseas production facilities, while creating effective bridge between sales and production department.

Drafting company, focusing on projects involving exterior and interior stone architecture. Orchestrated preparation of shop drawings for production and installation of interior and exterior stone. Ensured accurate alignment with original architectural drawings by taking field dimensions and consulting with architects, general contractors, installers, and manufacturers. Supervised drafters. *Composed shop and installation drawings for one of biggest beach houses in United States. *Promoted highly efficient work environment by streamlining processes and ensuring strict delivery on all deadlines.

involved in development of commercial spaces aligned with corporate identity. Led all creative design aspects of commercial space development for retail stores and showrooms. Worked collaboratively with sales and marketing to establish design department and set up commercial/sales strategy. Built relationships with new clients and presented compelling new spaces, furniture, and objects aligned with their brand. Managed design and execution of front window displays for seasonal and special event marketing purposes. Developed display cases and other structures for showcasing merchandise. Coordinated production and installation of showrooms. Provided key support for brand identity and corporate image of new businesses via collateral material designed. *Drove 50% increase in sales by successfully promoting client branding and corporate image, expanding market presence and building strong client loyalty. Delivering 15% to 20% in budget savings by optimizing resources and designing inexpensive solutions while retaining highest level of quality and innovation. *Led design and production of 700 kiosks for street markets commissioned by city mayor. Earned award for best solution design for informal street sales.

Manufactures and markets customer tissue and personal care products. Designed several new packaging systems, including promotional case-to-go for new product launch and new revolutionary pop-up packaging for new product for several markets across South and Central America. Modified feminine, baby, and hygiene care products for major brands such as Kotex, Light Days, Kleenex, and Huggies. Worked in collaboration with marketing teams on all developments.