“Design is like a love story - you want people to fall in love with it.”
Project completed during tenure with Curioso
Photo credit: Avel Chuklanov
ATELIER Playa Mujeres
New Construction Luxury 600 Key All-Inclusive Resort in Cancún, Mexico
Worked with Principal and Senior Creative Designer to develop and execute designs for the guestrooms and public areas
Implemented graphic and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas during the schematic and design development phases
Worked with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators
Developed all aspects of selections, presentation, and specifications of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, FF&E, color palettes, and lighting for the family oriented public areas
Project completed during tenure with Curioso
Photo credit: Megan Ellis
The Wheelhouse Hotel
A boutique hotel located in the heart of Wrigleyville
Assisted in project execution through all phases of design while actively collaborating with senior leadership during renovation
Worked in conjunction with the team lead on cost estimates and project schedules
Selected materials, developed finish palettes, consulted with vendors, and specifications
Prepared detailed working drawings, designs, plans, models and schemes
Project completed during tenure with Curioso
Photo credit: Jessica Ruscello
Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Aventura Mall
An extended stay hotel located Aventura, Florida
Oversaw the construction document phase while directing the Chicago and Mérida studios
Assisted in managing client expectations, team communication, and coordination with architect of record, MEP, and GC
Served as subject matter expert for project management and scheduling
Provided design support and documentation during execution of design concepts
John Cinelli
Director of Architecture
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Inc.
“There is no question that Jessica has superior technical abilities in terms of CAD and rendering. More importantly she has many characteristics that cannot be taught but serve her well in a business environment. Chief among these are her attitude, initiative and work ethic.”
Curioso
Hospitality Interior Design Firm
Chicago, Illinois
"Jessica understands FF&E design philosophies and current trends throughout the hospitality industry, including planning strategies, design and space planning, design software technology and delivery methods.
She fully anticipates and responds to the technical implications of FF&E design decisions. Her work in the studio promotes firm and project goals of excellence in FF&E design, execution and sustainability."
Ronald Degen
Designer / Business Leader
“Jessica and I worked together extensively and I was impressed by her innovation, imagination and technical knowledge. Whether it was concept creation, design development or documentation, she contributed with enthusiasm and creativity.”
additional collaborations
2TEN Coffee Roasters
El Paso
Beatrix
Streeterville, Chicago
Big Bowl
Denver International Airport
Big City Chicken
Navy Pier, Chicago
Crave Kitchen and Bar
El Paso
Holt’s
Park Ridge
Machine
Wicker Park, Chicago
The Magic Pan
Denver International Airport
Marina Grand Resort
New Buffalo, Michigan
Naoki Sushi
Chicago
Oyster Bah
Chicago
RPM Italian
Washington, D.C.
Roti Modern Mediterranean
North and Sheffield, Chicago
Roti Modern Mediterranean
Ogilvie Transportation Center, Chicago
Terrace Room
New Buffalo, Michigan