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Results-driven Interior Design & FF&E Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience delivering luxury residential, high-end retail, and premium hospitality fit-out projects across the UAE. Proven track record of leading cross-functional design teams, managing multi-million AED project portfolios, and driving design excellence from concept development through construction administration and final handover. Strategic partner to premier UAE developers including Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, and ALDAR, with deep expertise in FF&E specification, procurement, vendor coordination, shop drawing approvals, and authority compliance (DM, DDA, Trakhees). Commercially astute design leader who scaled a business unit revenue from AED 2M to AED 12M and established a high-performing design department of 15 professionals.…Results-driven Interior Design & FF&E Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience delivering luxury residential, high-end retail, and premium hospitality fit-out projects across the UAE. Proven track record of leading cross-functional design teams, managing multi-million AED project portfolios, and driving design excellence from concept development through construction administration and final handover. Strategic partner to premier UAE developers including Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, and ALDAR, with deep expertise in FF&E specification, procurement, vendor coordination, shop drawing approvals, and authority compliance (DM, DDA, Trakhees). Commercially astute design leader who scaled a business unit revenue from AED 2M to AED 12M and established a high-performing design department of 15 professionals.

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Results-driven Interior Design & FF&E Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience delivering luxury residential, high-end retail, and premium hospitality fit-out projects across the UAE. Proven track record of leading cross-functional design teams, managing multi-million AED project portfolios, and driving design excellence from concept development through construction administration and final handover. Strategic partner to premier UAE developers including Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, and ALDAR, with deep expertise in FF&E specification, procurement, vendor coordination, shop drawing approvals, and authority compliance (DM, DDA, Trakhees). Commercially astute design leader who scaled a business unit revenue from AED 2M to AED 12M and established a high-performing design department of 15 professionals.…Results-driven Interior Design & FF&E Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience delivering luxury residential, high-end retail, and premium hospitality fit-out projects across the UAE. Proven track record of leading cross-functional design teams, managing multi-million AED project portfolios, and driving design excellence from concept development through construction administration and final handover. Strategic partner to premier UAE developers including Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, and ALDAR, with deep expertise in FF&E specification, procurement, vendor coordination, shop drawing approvals, and authority compliance (DM, DDA, Trakhees). Commercially astute design leader who scaled a business unit revenue from AED 2M to AED 12M and established a high-performing design department of 15 professionals.

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Results-driven Interior Design & FF&E Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience delivering luxury residential, high-end retail, and
premium hospitality fit-out projects across the UAE. Proven track record of leading cross-functional design teams, managing multi-million AED
project portfolios, and driving design excellence from concept development through construction administration and final handover. Strategic
partner to premier UAE developers including Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, and ALDAR, with deep expertise in FF&E specification, procurement,
vendor coordination, shop drawing approvals, and authority compliance (DM, DDA, Trakhees). Commercially astute design leader who scaled a
business unit revenue from AED 2M to AED 12M and established a high-performing design department of 15 professionals.

Skills

3ds Max

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Experience Level

3ds Max

Expert

Adobe Illustrator

Expert

Adobe Photoshop

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Arabic

Fluent

Work Experience

Interior Design & FF&E Manager at Mercurius International

April 1, 2024 - Present

Established and built the interior design department from the ground up, recruiting and mentoring a team of 10 specialist designers focused on luxury residential and hospitality fit-out. Directed end-to-end interior design and FF&E management for 25 luxury residential apartments (holiday homes) and 8 high-end villas, supervising the full project lifecycle from concept design through final handover. Led shop drawing reviews and approvals for all active projects, ensuring strict adherence to design intent, technical specifications, UAE construction standards, and authority requirements (DM, DDA). Devised and implemented FF&E procurement strategy for 4- and 5-star hospitality projects, coordinating with international and local vendors to deliver premium quality within budget and schedule. Managed multi-developer collaborations with Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, and ALDAR for comprehensive FF&E packages and residential fit-out coordination. Conducted site supervision and QA/QC inspections, resolv

Business Group Leader - Interior Design & FF&E at IKEA - Al Futtaim

November 1, 2021 - April 1, 2024

Scaled departmental revenue from AED 2M to AED 12M through strategic design leadership, developer partnerships, and expanded service offerings. Led a team of 15 interior designers delivering fit-out projects with average values of AED 500K–2M across 100+ annual projects. Directed shop drawing coordination and approvals for all active fit-out projects, ensuring full compliance with Dubai Municipality and developer standards. Managed end-to-end Design & FF&E specification, procurement, and installation coordination for diverse residential and commercial projects. Collaborated with high-profile developers such as Al Futtaim Properties and Emaar on large-scale interiors requiring complex coordination. Implemented systematic QA/QC site supervision protocols, coordinating with main contractors and subcontractors throughout project lifecycles. Maintained a 95% client satisfaction rate and earned an 'Exceeding Expectations' performance classification for FY2020, FY2021, and FY2023.

Senior Interior Designer at IKEA - Al Futtaim

November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2021

Executed luxury residential and commercial fit-out projects for ALDAR Properties and leading Abu Dhabi real estate developers, delivering projects from design brief to final handover. Coordinated shop drawing submissions, technical reviews, and authority approvals with consultants and main contractors across Abu Dhabi. Supervised installation teams on-site, ensuring adherence to design intent, construction documentation, and quality benchmarks. Managed Design & FF&E selection, specification, and procurement for multiple simultaneous residential developments, coordinating with international and local vendors. Delivered the highest conversion and sales performance for Al Futtaim Retail's regional interior design department within the Al Futtaim Group, achieving top regional ranking across GCC & Egypt network. Trained and upskilled installation teams on technical specifications, material compliance, and installation quality requirements for luxury fit-out projects. Applied value engineeri

Senior Interior Designer - Luxury Residential Fit-Out at CITICORE Interior Design & Fit-Out

November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2019

Designed and supervised bespoke fit-out execution for VIP and UHNW residential clients in Abu Dhabi, managing design briefs, material selection, and client presentations from concept to handover with budgets ranging AED 2M–8M. Reviewed and approved custom furniture shop drawings, coordinating directly with specialist manufacturing teams to ensure precision, quality, and design compliance. Managed Design & FF&E procurement and quality control for luxury custom furniture and bespoke fit-out elements, maintaining strict quality standards throughout manufacturing and installation. Conducted full site supervision across manufacturing and installation phases, ensuring all custom elements aligned with approved design documentation and client expectations.

Interior Architect & Designer at AURA – ARKAN

June 1, 2015 - August 1, 2018

Led and delivered luxury residential and commercial projects, managing full design workflow in large communities across Egypt. Coordinated shop drawing preparation, client approval, and technical documentation for all active projects with design managements. Supervised on-site teams across multiple concurrent projects, conducting regular quality inspections and ensuring compliance with design specifications. Managed community and mixed-use development projects across multiple regions in Egypt, coordinating with contractors, suppliers, and client representatives. Produced complete construction documentation including technical drawings, material schedules, finish specifications, and installation guides for interior finishes.