I am a creative and detail-oriented Interior & Lighting Designer with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Interior Design from the University of Central Lancashire. I am passionate about sustainable, human-centred design, biophilic concepts and creating spaces that improve wellbeing. Currently working as a Lighting Designer at LUMENATA, I develop technical and decorative lighting schemes for residential, hospitality and heritage projects. I am confident using both creative tools (SketchUp, V-Ray, Adobe) and technical tools (AutoCAD, Dialux), and I enjoy collaborating with clients, engineers and suppliers.

Ana Maria Mariuta

I am a creative and detail-oriented Interior & Lighting Designer with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Interior Design from the University of Central Lancashire. I am passionate about sustainable, human-centred design, biophilic concepts and creating spaces that improve wellbeing. Currently working as a Lighting Designer at LUMENATA, I develop technical and decorative lighting schemes for residential, hospitality and heritage projects. I am confident using both creative tools (SketchUp, V-Ray, Adobe) and technical tools (AutoCAD, Dialux), and I enjoy collaborating with clients, engineers and suppliers.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented Interior & Lighting Designer with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Interior Design from the University of Central Lancashire. I am passionate about sustainable, human-centred design, biophilic concepts and creating spaces that improve wellbeing.

Currently working as a Lighting Designer at LUMENATA, I develop technical and decorative lighting schemes for residential, hospitality and heritage projects. I am confident using both creative tools (SketchUp, V-Ray, Adobe) and technical tools (AutoCAD, Dialux), and I enjoy collaborating with clients, engineers and suppliers.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lighting Designer at LUMENATA Lighting Design
March 1, 2025 - Present
Design interior and exterior lighting schemes for residential, commercial and heritage projects. Develop AutoCAD lighting layouts, including circuiting, fitting schedules and basic calculations. Select appropriate lighting fittings (downlights, linear profiles, wall lights, track systems, LED strips) based on concept, budget, IP rating and application. Prepare PDF presentations and proposals for clients, including moodboards, product specifications and 3D visual examples. Collaborate with designers, engineers and clients to refine lighting concepts and respond to feedback. Gain experience in technical documentation, coordination with electricians and understanding basic regulations for lighting in different building types.
Front of House / Team Member at The Ginger Bistro
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provide friendly and efficient customer service in a busy hospitality environment. Coordinate bookings, table planning and communication between kitchen and front of house. Support with team organisation, training new colleagues and maintaining high standards. Developed strong people skills, time management and stress management, valuable in client-facing design roles.

Education

BA (Hons) Interior Design at University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
BA in Psychology at Romania
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment