Natalie Sharkey Design

Natalie started her career at a commercial Architecture firm in Montgomery, Alabama. Here she moved from an entry level Draftsman position to Production Manager for the firm. During her time at this firm, Natalie learned the importance of working in a group environment, which was key in the development of her organizational skills. While working at... this firm, Natalie was involved in numerous commercial projects ranging from small renovations to 500,000 square foot new construction projects. In addition to developing and implementing the firm's drawing design standards, drawing construction documents, attending meetings with clients and consultants, her time spent at this firm was often focused on learning practical and cost-effective building methods and details. This would be experience that would come in handy consistently throughout her work in the future. In December of 2011, Natalie began working as a Project Manager/Coordinator for an Architecture firm of the Emerald Coast of Florida. During her time there, Natalie was able to frequently apply the common-sense detailing and practical building methods she learned during her time in the commercial field in Montgomery. The ability to think outside of the typical "residential design box" turned out to be a skill she was able to use in many instances. Natalie spent much of her time in this position focusing on honing and developing her residential design skills and point-of-view. Natalie's position included seeing a project through from first pen stroke of the Schematic Design and Design Development phases, to Construction Documents, Interior Design, all the way to completion of construction. She was also able to work closely with clients and consultants, alike, to ensure that all involved parties were aware of each stage of the project and all parties were satisfied with the nature of the work. Through Natalie's experience working for Architects and Designers across the country, she has explored a wide range of design styles from neoclassical to modern, ...Read More