Michelle Ayyiya Habila

 

Education and Certification

Bellevue College: Bachelor of Applied Arts in Interior Design (In Progress)
Anticipated Graduation: June 2026 

 

Relevant Coursework: AutoCad, Revit, Sketchup, Enscape Rendering, Interior Design Principles, Space Planning, Photoshop, Sustainable Design, Color Theory, Contract Documents, Design Drawing. Design Presentation

 

Washington State University: Interior Design | August 2018 - March 2020

Coursework: Design Studio, Architectural Drawing, History of Interiors, Lighting Design

 

Highline College: Associate in Art | September 2016 - June 2018
 
Skills
Design Software: SketchUp, Photography, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite

 

Technical Skills: Space Planning, Color Theory, Material Selection, Sustainable Design Practices

 

Communication: Virtual and in-person communication, teleconference platforms, visual communication

Project Management: Organization, time management, collaboration

Design Projects and Experience

Freelance Design Projects | Various Locations | January 2024 – Present

-Collaborated with clients to understand their design needs and preferences
-Created mood boards and design presentations to convey design concepts
-Developed detailed floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings using Revit and SketchUp
-Sourced materials and furnishings, ensuring adherence to client budgets and timelines
-Assisted in on-site visits to oversee project progress and ensure design integrity

 

Academic Design Projects | Bellevue College and Washington State University

 

Residential Design Studio – Designed a sustainable family home centered around spatial flow, comfort, and connection to nature

 

Commercial Retail Space – Reimagined a snowboarding brand retail experience, emphasizing kinetic movement, natural textures, and experiential design language

 

Historical Adaptive Reuse – Researched and restored a heritage building by integrating modern amenities while preserving architectural authenticity

 

Honors and Awards

Phi Theta Kappa International College Honor Society

 

Professional Affiliations

Board Member, El Roi Board of Trustees | January 2024- Present

IIDA (International Interior Design Association) Student Member | May 2024- Present

 

Work Experience

Interior Design Intern — FADD Architects, Naples, Italy
September 2025 – December 2025
-Contributed to the design of a custom headboard and bed for a master bedroom project
-Developed concept mood boards to communicate aesthetic direction
-Created hand sketches, SketchUp models, and Enscape renderings to support design development
-Produced detailed technical drawings for the final furniture design
-Collaborated with senior designer to refine materials, proportions, and construction details

 

Lead Interior Designer — El Roi Center For Women And Children Empowerment, Puyallup, WA
May 2024 – Present
-Led the development of the project’s interior design concept and overall design intent
-Created concept boards, sketches, and preliminary spatial studies to establish design direction
-Edited and refined floor plans to improve layout, flow, and functionality
-Coordinated with land surveyors to obtain accurate site information for planning and documentation
-Produced technical drawings and supporting materials for project advancement

 

Digital Media Lead — El Roi Center For Women And Children Empowerment, Puyallup, WA
November 2025 – Present
-Managed social media strategy, content creation, and brand communication

-Designed marketing visuals and messaging aligned with organizational goals
-Supported fundraising initiatives through outreach materials, digital campaigns, and donor engagement
-Communicated project updates and visual storytelling across digital platforms
 

Front Desk / Admin Support — Bellevue College, WA
2023 – Present

-Provided administrative support across departments, enhancing organizational systems and communication pipelines

 

Paraeducator — Federal Way Public Schools
Sept 2022 – Present

-Led small group instruction with a focus on environment-sensitive learning spaces

 

Private Tutor — Living Spring Fellowship, Puyallup
2020 – 2023

-Designed and implemented personalized learning tools and visual aids

 

Student Fundraiser — WSU Foundation / Ruffalo Noel Levitz
2018 – 2021

-Developed persuasive communication and donor engagement strategies 

 

 

Portfolio Available Upon Request

References Available Upon Request

Working portfolio: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGKBoI8NoU/Pg1wWrY-AnjjIAxI1r5rXg/view?utm_content=DAGKBoI8NoU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hb24687b473