Melissa Pratt

MA, Interior Architecture & Design

Atlanta, GA | 706-410-5659 | melissa.schnaubelt@gmail.com | www.linkedin.com/in/melissamspratt

Professional Summary

After earning a master’s degree in interior architecture & design, I am transitioning from accounting into the design profession, bringing strong project management, organizational, and client-focused experience. During COVID, I launched and operated a successful independent bakery, fulfilling a lifelong dream, and learning first-hand about entrepreneurship in a creative field. I am motivated to apply my creative design skills, business mindset, and visual communication abilities to contribute thoughtfully to residential interior projects.

Design Skills & Strengths

  • Digital 3D modeling & rendering

  • Material, finish & furniture research

  • Space planning & layout development

  • Brand integration & hospitality experience design

Design Software

Autodesk Revit • SketchUp • Twinmotion • Enscape • Adobe InDesign • Adobe Photoshop • Canva • Microsoft Office

Select Portfolio Highlights

  • Concept development & visual storytelling

  • Strong visual and written communication

  • Design documentation & presentation board

  • Hospitality Studio Project (Academic) – Designed hospitality environment focused on guest experience, spatial flow, and cohesive material palettes. Produced layouts, 3D models, and presentation boards.

  • Medical Practice Interior Design – Developed healthcare interior emphasizing efficient patient flow, functional zoning, and calming environment. Created spatial plans, digital models, and client-ready presentation graphics.

  • Bakery Interior & Brand Concept – Designed bakery interior integrating brand identity, customer flow, and display strategy. Combined spatial design with visual branding and presentation development.

  • Residential Interior Concept – Created functional, aesthetically cohesive residential layouts supported by digital models and presentation visuals.

  • Community Center – Designed a functional interior supporting cultural gathering, education, and shared resources. Emphasized inclusive, flexible space planning and welcoming design strategies to meet diverse user needs. Communicated concepts through layouts, digital models, and presentation boards.

  • Architectural Miniature Interiors (1:12 Scale) – Designed and fabricated highly detailed miniature interior environments demonstrating spatial awareness, scale accuracy, material sensitivity, and craftsmanship.

Professional Experience & Business Ownership

Pratt & Co Bakery, Founder & Operator Independent Baker & Small Business Owner | 2020 – 2022

  • Launched and operated customer-facing bakery business during COVID

  • Developed brand identity, visual storytelling, and in-store customer experience

  • Managed vendors, operations, budgeting, and client-facing communications

Hallway Plumbing, LLC — Cumming, GA Senior Staff Accountant | 2022 – 2026

  • Manage complex, detail-intensive projects requiring organization and precision

  • Coordinate across teams to meet deadlines, documentation, and quality standards

  • Apply transferable project management and coordination skills to design work

Education

MA, Interior Architecture & Design, Academy of Art University

BS, Accounting, University of North Georgia