Tori Michael
About Tori Michael
Tori Michael serves as the Head of Design for North America at Knotel, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in interior design and a degree from the University of Technology Sydney, she has held various positions in the field, including roles at Knotel, The Bold Collective, and PMG Group.
Current Role at Knotel
Tori Michael serves as the Head of Design for North America at Knotel. In this role, she oversees design initiatives and strategies across the region. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's design vision and execution for four years. Additionally, she co-founded the FemiNetwork, an employee resource group at Knotel, in 2019, promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Previous Experience at Knotel
Prior to her current role, Tori Michael worked at Knotel in various capacities. She began as a Senior Interior Designer in 2019, where she focused on design projects for approximately ten months. Following this, she transitioned to the role of Interior Design Manager in New York City, serving for one year until 2020. Her experience at Knotel has allowed her to develop a strong understanding of the company's design philosophy.
Educational Background
Tori Michael studied at the University of Technology Sydney, where she earned a Bachelor of Design in Interior and Spatial Design from 2011 to 2013. This educational foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary for her career in interior design. Earlier, she completed her Higher School Certificate at Pymble Ladies' College from 1996 to 2009, laying the groundwork for her future studies.
Professional Experience in Interior Design
Before joining Knotel, Tori Michael gained extensive experience in interior design through various roles. She worked at The Bold Collective in Sydney as an Interior Designer from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, she was an Interior Designer at PMG Group from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she completed an internship at Siren Design Group in 2013 and held a position as an Assistant Manager at kikki.K from 2011 to 2014.
Visual Merchandising Experience
Tori Michael also has experience in visual merchandising, having worked at West Elm in Sydney as a Visual Merchandising Manager and Assistant Store Manager for five months in 2014. This role complemented her design skills and provided her with insights into retail environments, enhancing her overall design approach.