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I am Divya Chandru, an Interior Architect with 6+ years of experience creating customer-centered, premium interior concepts by translating trends, user insights, and brand values into feasible physical design solutions. I bring a strong CMF strategy background and high-impact 2D/3D visual storytelling, with a solid understanding of manufacturing and production constraints. I collaborate across disciplines to present design intent clearly to stakeholders and keep momentum on projects from concept through execution. I’m currently upskilling for the aviation sector with a Professional Certification in Aircraft Cabin Design, which is expanding my expertise in high-performance interior solutions.…I am Divya Chandru, an Interior Architect with 6+ years of experience creating customer-centered, premium interior concepts by translating trends, user insights, and brand values into feasible physical design solutions. I bring a strong CMF strategy background and high-impact 2D/3D visual storytelling, with a solid understanding of manufacturing and production constraints. I collaborate across disciplines to present design intent clearly to stakeholders and keep momentum on projects from concept through execution. I’m currently upskilling for the aviation sector with a Professional Certification in Aircraft Cabin Design, which is expanding my expertise in high-performance interior solutions.

Divya Chandru

Architect, Interior Designer, Designer, +4

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I am Divya Chandru, an Interior Architect with 6+ years of experience creating customer-centered, premium interior concepts by translating trends, user insights, and brand values into feasible physical design solutions. I bring a strong CMF strategy background and high-impact 2D/3D visual storytelling, with a solid understanding of manufacturing and production constraints. I collaborate across disciplines to present design intent clearly to stakeholders and keep momentum on projects from concept through execution. I’m currently upskilling for the aviation sector with a Professional Certification in Aircraft Cabin Design, which is expanding my expertise in high-performance interior solutions.…I am Divya Chandru, an Interior Architect with 6+ years of experience creating customer-centered, premium interior concepts by translating trends, user insights, and brand values into feasible physical design solutions. I bring a strong CMF strategy background and high-impact 2D/3D visual storytelling, with a solid understanding of manufacturing and production constraints. I collaborate across disciplines to present design intent clearly to stakeholders and keep momentum on projects from concept through execution. I’m currently upskilling for the aviation sector with a Professional Certification in Aircraft Cabin Design, which is expanding my expertise in high-performance interior solutions.

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I am Divya Chandru, an Interior Architect with 6+ years of experience creating customer-centered, premium interior concepts by translating trends, user insights, and brand values into feasible physical design solutions. I bring a strong CMF strategy background and high-impact 2D/3D visual storytelling, with a solid understanding of manufacturing and production constraints.

I collaborate across disciplines to present design intent clearly to stakeholders and keep momentum on projects from concept through execution. I’m currently upskilling for the aviation sector with a Professional Certification in Aircraft Cabin Design, which is expanding my expertise in high-performance interior solutions.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

German

Intermediate

Hindi

Fluent

Kannada

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Architectural Consultant (Remote) at Self-employed / Freelance

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021

Translated client requirements into coordinated architectural drawings and full design packs (HOAI LP1-5) for over 10 residential projects, coordinating spatial plans and design development while supporting cost estimation and budgeting to ensure feasibility.

Architect Trainee at FMA Consulting

August 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Processed HOAI LP-3 to LP-5 (Design Development to Execution Planning/Construction Drawings) for a New Construction and Extension project, ensuring compliance and buildability. Assisted in updating the HOAI LP-5 execution drawings for a Wood Construction extension, demonstrating a detail-focused approach to technical execution.

Senior Designer at Atom Interiors

November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2017

Led a multi-functional team of 6 and coordinated with the manufacturing and installation teams to ensure the design intent was maintained during execution. Prepared tender and construction documentation by researching and documenting material specifications and product catalogs using MS Excel. Liaised with subcontractors and stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication at the design-construction interface.

Design Lead at Rubenious Interiors

August 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015

Led design discussions and negotiations for recurring commercial projects with key clients (e.g., Hewlett-Packard), demonstrating advanced client management skills. Prepared client presentations and supervised production drawings, including lighting details. Handled initial client meetings and design pitches.

Junior Architect at Dinesh Hangal & Associates

August 1, 2012 - March 1, 2013

Developed comprehensive interior design concepts for residential projects, specializing in customized furniture, lighting layouts, and detailed construction detailing.

Freelance Architectural Consultant (Remote) at Self-employed / Freelance

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Translated client requirements into coordinated architectural drawings and full design packs (HOAI LP1-5) for over 5 residential projects. Coordinated spatial plans and design development while supporting cost estimation and budgeting to ensure feasibility.

Senior Architect at Atom Interiors

November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2017

Led and coordinated a multidisciplinary team of six designers; oversaw interior projects from concept to execution and installation; directed FF&E systems, furniture layouts and lighting integration; translated design intent into coordinated drawings, specifications, and vendor-ready documentation; acted as primary interface between design, suppliers and installation teams; ensured feasibility, quality control and adherence to project timelines.

Design Lead at Rubenius Interiors

August 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015

Prepared and presented design concepts through structured client presentations, supporting informed decision-making and approvals; oversaw production drawings and detailing, including furniture systems and lighting elements, coordinating with fabrication teams to support accurate execution; acted as primary contact during early project phases, translating client requirements into clear design directions and scoping deliverables; introduced standardized documentation and review workflows, improving coordination efficiency and reducing execution-phase issues on site.

Architect (Freelance) at Remote / India

January 1, 2018 - December 1, 2021

Led interior design projects from early concept to execution-ready documentation; translated client requirements into coordinated layouts, FF&E drawings and technical design packs. Produced high-quality 2D and 3D visuals to communicate spatial intent and coordinated with contractors and suppliers to ensure design intent continuity through production and on-site installation.

Architect (Freelance) at Remote / India

March 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024

Led interior design concepts for client projects, translating requirements into coordinated layouts, FF&E packs and technical drawings; delivered design narratives and visuals to support approvals and on-site execution.

Career Break at Hamburg, Germany

January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023

Maternal / Parental Break. Maintained professional continuity through focused upskilling in Adobe CC, Blender and advanced visualization workflows; prepared for re-entry into architecture and interior design projects.

Career Break at Hamburg, Germany

December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025

Continued professional development during a subsequent break; upskilled in Adobe CC, Blender and aviation interior concepts.