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Sharon ( Chan Sau Yee ) Chong
Summary
Licensed Builder (BCA Singapore) with 20+ years of experience in interior design, architecture, and construction. Award-winning design entrepreneur with accolades such as Top 100 Entrepreneur Award 2024 (ATC Singapore) and recognition as a Top Design Leader. Specialize in leading A&A projects for landed homes and founded a successful design practice. Committed to mentoring the next generation of designers with a focus on integrating hard and soft skills. Advocate for inclusive education and support diverse learning styles. Encourage students to embrace new technologies while maintaining a human-centered mindset and designing with purpose in an innovative and empathetic world.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Exodus 31 Design Pte Ltd
Design Director
10.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Planned space planing, optimizing efficient use of space while maintaining worker satisfaction.
- Subcontracted installation of carpeting, fixtures, accessories, draperies, paint and wall coverings, artwork and furniture.
- Consulted with construction contractors, architects, electricians and plumbers to achieve safe and compliant design paradigms.
- Planned and oversaw photography shoots and retouching, consistently completing tasks within budget.
- Juggled multiple projects simultaneously, never losing strategic vision and always maintaining focus.
- Advised clients on interior design choices such as space and color allocations, layout and coordination of furnishings.
- Drafted capital and expense planning reports for design projects, incorporating prescribed budgetary limitations and timeframes.
- Used computer-aided drafting and other design software to produce visual layouts of living and working space.
- Met with clients to walk through ideas and determine factors affecting planning interior design needs.
- Estimated costs of material requirements and labor, and worked with client on approvals.
- Managed procurement and installation of equipments and furnishings, applying clients' requested parameters to product selection.
- Oversaw construction work on-site to confirm adherence to design plans.
- Participated in construction planning and management phases, incorporating interior design requirements into floor plans and blueprints.
- Trained team, delegating tasks and offering insight to help meet tight deadlines.
- Created interior design plans to be practical, aesthetically pleasing and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity and increasing sales.
- Oversea Accounts profit & loss, working with external Accountants on company tax
- Pitching & closing sales
- Assisted in developing integrated marketing strategies for small businesses.
Exodus 31 Studio Pte ltd
Interior Designer
10.2003 - 10.2008
Job overview
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
Elements ID consultants Pte Ltd
Interior Designer
04.2002 - 05.2003
Job overview
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Produced detailed cost estimates and coordinated with vendors to deliver budget-friendly solutions.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
Designworx Interior Consultant Pte Ltd
Junior Interior Designer
08.2000 - 03.2002
Job overview
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
- Assistance to the Design Director
TDC & Associates
Internship Student & Junior Interior Designer
06.1998 - 12.1999
Job overview
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
Education
Business Administration
BBA from Business Management
04-2025
University Overview
- BA, Royal Holloway University of London, 2025
Nanyang Acdemey of Fine Arts
High School Diploma
07-2000
Skills
- Business Opportunity Development
- Client Requirements
- Space Planning
- Design and Implementation
- Critical Thinking
- Oversee Projects
- Preparing Designs and Estimates
- Presentation Skills
- Creative Design Layouts
- Final Design Delivery
- Working with Designers
- Multitasking Abilities
- Visual storytelling
Accomplishments
Key Accomplishments
- Top 100 Entrepreneur Award 2024 – ATC (Trade & Associate Commerce, Singapore)
Recognized for entrepreneurial excellence and innovation in the built environment sector. - Recognized Design Leader – Future London Academy
Honored as a top global design professional for leadership and forward-thinking contributions to the design industry. - Licensed Builder (BCA Singapore) – Specialist in Additions & Alterations (A&A) for Landed Homes
Over 20 years of experience in designing and executing complex A&A projects for Singapore landed properties, combining architectural insight, regulatory knowledge, and practical site management. - Public Speaker & Advocate for Inclusive Education in Design
Engages diverse audiences with real-world storytelling, drawing from personal experience overcoming dyslexia and turning perceived limitations into teaching strengths. - BA Graduate – Royal Holloway, University of London
Recent academic achievement that complements decades of industry experience with a refreshed, research-backed foundation in design and cultural studies.
Certification
- Design Director, Exodus 31 Design Pte Ltd
Additional Information
Testimony Letter from employer
Public speaking , Diving & Sking
Love to challenge my Fears
Software
Timeline
Design Director
Exodus 31 Design Pte Ltd
10.2008 - Current
Interior Designer
Exodus 31 Studio Pte ltd
10.2003 - 10.2008
Interior Designer
Elements ID consultants Pte Ltd
04.2002 - 05.2003
Junior Interior Designer
Designworx Interior Consultant Pte Ltd
08.2000 - 03.2002
Internship Student & Junior Interior Designer
TDC & Associates
06.1998 - 12.1999
Business Administration
BBA from Business Management
Nanyang Acdemey of Fine Arts
High School Diploma
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