Major Product/SVS:
Space planning; Color schemes; Finish selections; Furniture planning
Hobbies/Sports:
Skiing; Hiking; Bicycling; Reading
Education Degrees:
Certified in Healthcare Design, New York University; Accredited in Evidence Based Design, The Center for Health Design
Affiliations Awards:
American Society of Interior Designers; Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Charity:
Marketing Committee, ASID, NJ; Volunteer, Architectural Committee
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
20
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her love for what she does.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession when she was young, she would drive around at night with her parents and loved to look in people's windows to see how they decorated.
Extended Bio Profile:
After working for BFI as lead health care designer for 18 years, Ms. Chirico got laid off due to this economy. Out of necessity, she started her own design firm one year ago.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working on design projects for clients including doctors offices, corporate space, some residential, landlords and contractors, clients from initial consultation to final project, furniture plans, furniture selection and furniture finishes, floor plans and patterns, color schemes, window treatments, artwork, signage; Looking for new work; Offering freelance interior design consulting services
Education Certifications:
Certification, National Council for Interior Design Qualification, Inc.
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Chirico hopes to increase her business, get more notary in her area, and also to be an expert in the health care environment.