Interior Design professional with a Master’s in Industrial Design and ongoing Interior Design certification. Strong foundation in space planning, material selection, color theory, and visual presentation, supported by extensive experience in client-facing design work and project coordination. Detail driven Known for translating concepts into functional, cohesive, and visually compelling interiors with clarity and precision.
ASID Affiliate Member
Design Consultation
Space Planning
Color Theory
Simplified Design Solutions
Typography
Gallery Exhibitions
Technical Drawing
Project Management
Time Management
Client Management
Client Relations
Interdepartmental Communication
Consistent Branding
Product and Design Research
Adobe Creative Cloud
Canva
Floorplanner
Google Drive
Adept at learning new software
Liana Interiors LLC
Design Consultant | Spatial & Interior Design Consulting, 2022–Present
Consult with residential clients on redesigning and optimizing interior spaces through thoughtful space planning, furniture layouts, circulation improvements, and visual cohesion. Develop visual layouts and presentations to guide client decision-making, increasing usable living space by up to 50% in select projects. Translate lifestyle needs, functional requirements, and aesthetic preferences into clear, actionable design solutions.
Liana Kaminsky Consulting, Nationwide
Visual & Graphic Design Consultant, 2009–2024
Led complex design projects for cultural institutions, nonprofits, and thought leaders, delivering systems-driven visual solutions that required strong spatial logic, hierarchy, and user experience thinking—skills directly transferable to interior and spatial design.
Selected Clients & Projects
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum: Redesigned the award-winning museum guide, later adopted by Guggenheim Bilbao, demonstrating systems thinking, spatial logic, and visual hierarchy.
French Heritage Society: Designed publications and event materials supporting increased membership engagement and fundraising outcomes.
American Friends of the Musée d’Orsay: Designed a corporate brochure contributing to a 30% increase in nonprofit assets.
Knight Foundation: Designed multi-page research reports, translating complex information into clear, accessible visual formats.
TEDx Seattle: Collaborated with a speaker to design presentation visuals supporting a live talk.
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York
Graphic Designer, 2006–2009
Designed exhibition signage and managed projects from concept through press, mentoring interns and ensuring accuracy.
Oversaw and designed branding and collateral for multiple departments, including the award-winning Corporate Membership Brochure.
Led rebranding initiatives, revitalizing fundraising and educational materials while aligning with institutional branding.
Created child-friendly activity brochures and converted the Family Activity Pack into reusable card decks, saving $15K annually.
Collaborated with the Foundation Director’s office on presentations for Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Museum construction and prospective exhibitions.
Forbes Inc. / The Forbes Magazine Galleries, New York
Gallery Exhibition Designer, 1998–2006
Designed gallery exhibitions and spatial displays for public and corporate audiences.
Researched historical and conceptual themes to inform spatial layouts and design narratives.
Coordinated installation teams and managed on-site execution.
Led transition from analog to digital design workflows, improving efficiency and reducing costs.
DESIGN & INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT
The Art of The Home, Upper Saddle River, NJ, October 2025
Docent
Guided visitors through professionally designed residential show house, discussing space planning, material palettes, furnishings, and designer intent.
Gained exposure to contemporary residential interior design practices, trends, and client-facing presentation strategies.
Communicated design narratives clearly and confidently to the public, translating professional design language into accessible conversations.
Built professional relationships with interior designers through direct conversations about workflow, client considerations, and project development.
ADVANCED EDUCATION
Interior Design Certification Program: Bergen Community College, Paramus, NJ
Master of Industrial Design: Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
AWARDS and HONORABLE RECOGNITION
American Alliance of Museums, Museum Publications Design Competition
Guggenheim Guide, Second Prize, Calendars of Events
Guggenheim Corporate Membership Brochure, Second Prize, Fundraising/Membership Materials
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Yoga Instructor, Seattle, 2017-2020
Developed inclusive, client-centered teaching environments; strengthened communication, empathy, and client trust—skills directly applicable to interior design consultations.