ALLISON GARBER
PORTFOLIO LINK
https://issuu.com/allisongarber/docs/allison_garber_-_portfolio_
EDUCATION
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN - Visual Arts- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
August 2021 - Projected Graduate December 2026
Major: Interior Design Professional Program - CIDA Accredited
Minor: Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.51
Dean’s List & Semester Honors
Carroll Jr/Sr. High School, Flora, IN
Graduated June 2021
High School Diploma with Academic Honors
DESIGN PROJECTS
NEXT Project: Steelcase Project- Los Angeles, CA
Fall 2025
• Analyzed site context and workplace research to inform a flexible office environment.
• Developed spatial zoning to support focused work, collaboration, and regeneration.
• Integrated material, color, and lighting strategies to create cohesion across departments.
• Produced construction documentation, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, and renderings.
Daily Center : ASID Project - Wanamaker, IN
Spring 2025
• Conducted site, community, and user research to inform program development.
• Developed a comprehensive interior design project from concept through final presentation.
• Created space planning layouts supporting daily services, offices, and flexible community use.
• Selected durable, accessible materials, furniture, and lighting to support well-being.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Terry Mckillip, Lafayette, IN - Personal Assistant May 2023 - August 2023
•Managed and organized expense records in Microsoft Excel.
• Maintained a clean, orderly office space to improve workflow and efficiency.
• Assisted with basic financial tasks, including bank deposits and payment collection.
• Coordinated collection of checks from vendor booths.
• Organized receipts and documentation using filing and record-keeping systems.
BT Humbles Catering, Lafayette, IN - Catering Employee June 2023 - December 2023
• Maintained and refined table presentations with attention to visual balance and detail.
• Assisted with layout and arrangement decisions to support circulation and user experience.
• Served guests while maintaining a welcoming, well-presented environment.
• Collaborated with team members to execute cohesive and efficient spatial setups.
• Communicated effectively with guests and colleagues in a dynamic environment.
Independent Online Seller, Remote - Depop
June 2025 - Current
• Created and managed product listings, including photography and descriptions.
• Priced items and processed online sales.
• Packaged and shipped orders in a timely manner.
• Communicated with buyers to answer questions and resolve issues.
• Managed inventory and maintained organized records.
Flora, IN allison.r.garber@gmail.com