About
JOAQUIN ABREGO, RID, IIDA, LEED AP ID+C, NCIDQ
I am a licensed designer who believes beautiful interiors have the power to transform daily life. I am a native Texan with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and a well-trained eye for quality, craftsmanship, furnishings and textiles. With over 13 years of commercial and residential experience, I continue to be recognized for my colorful, clean and collected personal style. Each of my projects speaks to my client’s own interests, travels, budgets and lifestyles. I pride himself on customer service, attention to detail and love for local craftspeople.
EDUCATION:
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Bachelor of Science: Interior Design
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Master of Arts: Counseling
The University of Texas at Brownsville
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, minor in English
CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ORGANIZATIONS:
Registered Interior Designer #11117
• NCIDQ certification #26781
• LEED AP in Commercial Interiors
• AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign & Microsoft Office
• Bilingual: English & Spanish
• IIDA active member
• Contract work for designers including floor plans, furniture plans & as builts
• Self taught artist with a focus on pop culture, spray paint and stencils
JOB HISTORY:
PBK Architects, Interior Designer May 2019 - Current
• Development of construction drawings & finish schedules and furniture specifications
• Selection of furniture, fixtures & finishes
• Management of the interior materials library
• Assist in the overall management of interior product specifications
• Schedule and meet with local product reps
Munoz & Co., Interior Designer July 2008- May 2019
• Development of construction drawings & finish schedules
• Selection of furniture, fixtures & finishes
• Management of the interior materials library
• Assist in the overall management of interior product specifications
• Schedule and meet with local product reps
• Coordinate lunch and learns for the firm
MUNOZ & CO. PROJECTS
• DISD Pinkston High School, Dallas TX 2018
• University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Science Building, Edinburg TX 2016/18
• HISD Wharton Dual Language Academy, Houston TX 2016/18
• UTRGV Medical Academic Building, Edinburg TX 2016
• UTHSC Academic Learning & Teaching Center, San Antonio TX 2014/15
• HISD Sharpstown High School, Houston TX 2014/15
• University of Texas A&M San Antonio Campus, San Antonio TX 2011/14
• DISD Billy Dade Middle School, Dallas TX 2012
• Our Lady of The Lake University, San Antonio TX 2012
WAYFAIR, Online Interior Designer 2018-2019
• Development of room concept and furniture plan
• Selection of furniture, fixtures & finishes
• Production of digital finish boards
• Management of client’s budget
• Provide style tips for the client’s spaces
Moses Construction 2008-2020
• Development of all drawings for all house flips & renovations
• Selection & procurement of all finishes and fixtures
• Production of all finish boards
Moses Kitchen & Bath Design 2017-2020
• Development of all construction drawings for kitchens & baths
• Selection of all finishes and fixtures for kitchens & baths
• Production of all finish boards
PUBLICATIONS:
• Article “Feeling my Colors” in the November 2011 BLEEP online magazine.
Issue 106 pages 118-123.
http://issuu.com/bleepmag/docs/bleepmag106
• Our Lady of the Lake project featured in Texas Architect January/ February
2012 pages 54-59.
• Article “The Redesign Challenge” in the March 2012 BLEEP online magazine.
Issue 202 pages 58-69.
http://issuu.com/bleepmag/docs/bleepmag202
EXTRAS
• 2020, Featured artist at AIA Latinos in Architecture Heritage month event (digital gallery)
• 2019, WEST Austin Studio tour at AO5 Gallery (Austin TX)
• 2019, On & Off Fredericksburg Studio Tour
• 2018/ 2019, SA Current “Best Of” winner in the Interior Designer category
• 2019, SA Current “Best Of” runner up in the Visual Artist category
• 2018, Pop Up Shops at: Mockingbird Handprints, Period Modern & Feliez Modern
• 2018, Featured artist at AIA Latinos in Architecture Heritage month event
• 2016, "Low Brow Jesus Show" exhibit at Next Door Art Bar, Houston TX
• 2016, “Seven Artists” art show at The Blue Star Contemporary
• 2014, Public Art San Antonio window art installation at Kress Building
• 2014, Valley Forge Fabric competition: 3rd place overall portfolio