Award-winning industrial designer working at the intersection of product design, interior architecture, sculpture, and material innovation. I specialise in transforming complex technical, spatial, and sensory challenges into design outcomes that are rigorous and visually distinctive, combining conceptual thinking with practical expertise in prototyping, fabrication, visualization, and project delivery across the full design process. From research and narrative development to technical resolution and implementation.

David McGill

Award-winning industrial designer working at the intersection of product design, interior architecture, sculpture, and material innovation. I specialise in transforming complex technical, spatial, and sensory challenges into design outcomes that are rigorous and visually distinctive, combining conceptual thinking with practical expertise in prototyping, fabrication, visualization, and project delivery across the full design process. From research and narrative development to technical resolution and implementation.

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Award-winning industrial designer working at the intersection of product design, interior architecture, sculpture, and material innovation.

I specialise in transforming complex technical, spatial, and sensory challenges into design outcomes that are rigorous and visually distinctive, combining conceptual thinking with practical expertise in prototyping, fabrication, visualization, and project delivery across the full design process. From research and narrative development to technical resolution and implementation.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sculptural Installation Designer at McGill Industrial Design
June 1, 2024 - Present
Independently managed the full lifecycle of bespoke design commissions, from sales and client acquisition through to concept design, budgeting, project management, and final delivery. Designed sculptural installations and bespoke product concepts for luxury residential interiors, tailored to individual client narratives, spatial conditions, and practical requirements. Produced photorealistic renders, large-scale interior visualisations, and animations to communicate proposals clearly and support sales, presentations, and design sign-off.
Designer and Project Manager at Clarke Infinity LTD
February 1, 2025 - Present
Led the design and management of high-value residential cinema rooms and bespoke AV environments from concept through to delivery. Managed client relationships to develop bespoke interior and product solutions that improved acoustic performance, AV integration, and aesthetic quality. Produced photorealistic renders and interior visualisations to support presentations, design development, and client sign-off.
Product Design Intern at Pat Pending LTD
June 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Contributed to packaging design and development across live studio projects. Supported UX research and design development to inform user centred product and brand experiences.

Education

BA Hons Product and Industrial Design at Central Saint Martins, UAL
June 28, 2025 - September 15, 2022
First Class honours
AS Levels / A Levels in Design & Technology, Physics, Business at Royal Hospital School
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Qualifications

Emerging Talent Award (Inaugural Recipient), Surface Design Awards
February 4, 2026 - February 4, 2026
I received the inaugural Emerging Talent award at the Surface Design Awards for Ruvi Acoustic Tile, a final-year project developed at Central Saint Martins. The project was internationally recognised for its innovative combination of ceramic manufacturing, acoustic performance, and inclusive design thinking, the project reflects a practice positioned between product design, architecture, and sculpture.
Triumph Design Awards Finalist
July 14, 2022 - July 14, 2022
I was 1 of 10 finalists in the 2022 Triumph Design awards, where I had submitted my A Level Design and Technology project, a suction cup roof mounted bike rack.

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Other
    paper Design Portfolio 2026
    This portfolio demonstrates my skills as a designer across a variety of projects from Awards winning Architectural facades to luxury interior design