I am a designer with 15+ years of experience leading design projects from concept to completion. I specialise in concept development, technical detailing, 3D visualization, and production-ready documentation that bridge creative intent and manufacturable solutions. I communicate ideas clearly and persuasively, manage stakeholders, and motivate cross-functional teams. I thrive in fast-moving, iterative design environments and have extensive experience collaborating with fabricators, suppliers, and international partners to deliver consistent, high-quality design projects.

Francisco Sarria Salazar

I am a designer with 15+ years of experience leading design projects from concept to completion. I specialise in concept development, technical detailing, 3D visualization, and production-ready documentation that bridge creative intent and manufacturable solutions. I communicate ideas clearly and persuasively, manage stakeholders, and motivate cross-functional teams. I thrive in fast-moving, iterative design environments and have extensive experience collaborating with fabricators, suppliers, and international partners to deliver consistent, high-quality design projects.

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I am a designer with 15+ years of experience leading design projects from concept to completion. I specialise in concept development, technical detailing, 3D visualization, and production-ready documentation that bridge creative intent and manufacturable solutions.

I communicate ideas clearly and persuasively, manage stakeholders, and motivate cross-functional teams. I thrive in fast-moving, iterative design environments and have extensive experience collaborating with fabricators, suppliers, and international partners to deliver consistent, high-quality design projects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Danish
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Furniture and Interior Designer at Kontrapunkt
December 31, 2019 - August 13, 2025
Worked on furniture design and interiors for hospitality, retail and residential projects. Managed and art directed all aspects of the work including concept, design, prototyping, tendering, manufacturing and implementation. Developed bespoke furniture and lighting pieces and produced client and project presentations including 3D visuals, moodboards, and drawings. Managed budgeting and liaised with stakeholders from concept to completion. Key projects included new boutiques, product displays, public areas design for major clients like Holly Golightly, AESOP, KPMG, and Carlsberg.
Lead Designer at Francisco Sarria / Design Studio Kirt Thomsen
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provided strategic consultancy using design thinking and visual communication to accelerate innovation in green energy and mobility industries. Illustrated R&D processes and created communication tools to simplify complex technology. Designed and developed 3D visualizations, infographics, company presentations, booklets, exhibitions, and investor pitch decks for both print and digital media.
Furniture & Interior Designer - Freelance at Kontrapunkt
December 31, 2018 - August 13, 2025
Part of the team that contributed to ØRSTED's rebranding by conceptualizing and designing reception areas of new offices globally. Developed a modular reception desk system adaptable to various spaces, implemented in Denmark, UK, Taiwan, and USA offices. Produced client and project presentations including 3D visuals and detailed technical drawings with FF&E design packages.
Senior Furniture and Interior Designer at BIG - Bjarke Ingels Group
December 31, 2017 - August 13, 2025
Led conceptual and design stages of the new Galeries Lafayette concept store in Paris. Designed and developed bespoke furniture and display pieces. Managed a team responsible for fixtures, furniture, and lighting. Produced client presentations with 3D visuals and drawings. Oversaw weekly site visits, development meetings, project documentation, and coordinated schedules with senior management.
Retail Designer at Umage
December 31, 2016 - August 13, 2025
Designed and developed brand experience concepts in retail environments worldwide including branded spaces, shop-in-shops, exhibition stands, showroom concepts, and product displays. Produced project presentations with 3D visuals, moodboards, and drawings, as well as delivery drawings and specifications for design intent packages.
Lead Designer - Freelance at Spekta
December 31, 2016 - August 13, 2025
Conceptualized and designed TV2 pavilion placed in front of the Danish parliament and TV sets for Danish general elections coverage including debates and opinion programs. Prepared pitch presentations with 3D visuals and moodboards. Produced detailed delivery drawings and design intent specifications.
Lead Designer & Project Lead - Freelance at Better Place
December 31, 2012 - August 13, 2025
Designed and produced the 1100 m2 Better Place visitor centre in Copenhagen from concept to completion. Developed bespoke furniture, branding, exhibition design fixtures, lighting, models, and interactive installations to communicate information related to energy, environment, and electric cars. Managed multidisciplinary production teams and sourced materials and craftsmen.
Interior Designer at Ignite Retail Design
December 31, 2010 - August 13, 2025
Conceptualized and designed exhibitions, site-specific installations, and interior retail spaces for major fashion and cosmetic brands including Dior, Armani, Rock and Republic, Sassoon, and D&G. Produced client presentations with 3D visuals, moodboards, and technical drawings including FF&E design packages.
Partner - Design Lead at Sarria Hannam Associates
December 31, 2007 - August 13, 2025
Led visual identity and creative direction of the design studio in London. Designed and developed furniture ranges and bespoke furniture. Managed all aspects of design work, prototyping, and implementation while overseeing freelancers and suppliers. Produced client presentations including 3D visuals and moodboards.
Senior Furniture Designer at Moss Furniture and Interiors
December 31, 2004 - August 13, 2025
Designed furniture ranges and bespoke furniture, producing client presentations including 3D visuals and technical drawings for manufacturing in the company workshop.
Furniture Designer - Internship at Bowles & Linares
December 31, 2002 - August 13, 2025
Designed bespoke furniture and lighting pieces, produced technical drawings for manufacturing, engaged in storytelling, concept development, design thinking, sketching, co-creation, budget planning, and workshop manufacturing.
Lead Designer at Francisco Sarria / Design Studio
January 1, 2011 - Present
Lead the design and development of bespoke retail fixtures and furniture systems from concept through production and installation. Produce detailed technical drawing packages, create 3D models, visualisations and renders, and collaborate with global and local suppliers, fabricators, architects and contractors. Ensure design consistency, quality, timing, and cost control while integrating lighting, materials, and functional requirements. Manage project workflows from concept to handover. Selected projects include Aesop (Denmark), Holly Golightly (Copenhagen), KPMG Scandinavian HQ, Carlsberg Brewery (Fredericia), and the Better Place Visitor Centre.
Senior Interior Designer (Contract) at OSK Design – Copenhagen
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Developed 2D plans and 3D spatial solutions for hospitality spaces onboard the M.V. Pacific Explorer. Delivered full technical packages for tender, production and installation; coordinated with engineers, suppliers and international stakeholders.
Graphic and Exhibition Designer (Freelance) at Kirt Thomsen – Copenhagen
January 1, 2022 - Present
Design exhibitions, spatial graphics, and interpretive environments. Produce 3D visualisations, diagrams, and technical drawings; translate complex technical and scientific content into clear spatial communication.
Senior Interior Designer at Kontrapunkt – Copenhagen
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Part of the design team developing Mitsubishi Motors’ global retail concept. Designed store layouts, fixture concepts, and customer flow strategies; produced technical design packages and rollout documentation.
Workplace Designer (Freelance) at Kontrapunkt – Copenhagen
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Contributed to the global rebranding of Ørsted (formerly DONG Energy): reception concepts and layouts, modular reception system for multi-market rollout, technical drawings, FF&E packages and supplier coordination.
Project Lead at BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group – Copenhagen
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Part of the design development team for the Galeries Lafayette flagship on Champs-Élysées. Developed bespoke furniture and fixture solutions, produced lighting layouts, 3D studies, and technical detailing; coordinated with contractors and brand stakeholders.
Interior Designer at Umage – Copenhagen
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Designed retail layouts, shop-in-shops, and display systems; created 3D visuals, material palettes, and technical drawings; developed guidelines for international rollout.
Lead Project Designer (Freelance) at Spekta – Copenhagen
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Designed the TV2 Pavilion and multiple TV2 scenographies for national election coverage; delivered concepts, layouts, 3D visuals, and fabrication drawings; coordinated directly with fabrication teams under tight timelines.
Project Manager & Lead Designer (Freelance) at Better Place Visitor Centre – Copenhagen
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Interior architecture, spatial flow and experience design; designed bespoke furniture, fixtures, lighting and interactive elements; produced full production-ready technical documentation and oversaw on-site coordination.
Designer at Ignite Design – London
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Worked on furniture, retail fixtures and exhibition design projects for international fashion and cosmetic brands including Dior, Armani and D&G.
Co-founder at Sarria Hannam Associates – London
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008
Co-founded a studio designing interiors, exhibitions, furniture and graphics.
Designer at Moss Furniture and Interiors – London
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Designed bespoke furniture for residential and commercial projects, refining technical knowledge of materials, detailing and fabrication.
Support Designer at Bowles & Linares – London
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Supported the design and production of custom furniture and lighting, gaining hands-on experience in workshop manufacturing and material experimentation.

Education

Product Design at Javeriana University
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1997
Industrial Design at Javeriana University
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Other
    paper Carlsberg - Multi Purpose Conference Room

    Design and production bar-conference room within Carlsberg’s main brewery in Fredericia / Denmark. The brief was to design a multi purpose space that as well as being used as a bar and games-room by the employees of the brewery could also be used for meetings, conferences and products launches.
    References to Carlsberg’s historica heritage are made by using the iconic images of J.C. Jacobsen and his son Carl Jacobsen. Other important elements of the company’s past and present are also used throughout. / https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Kpmg Headquarters

    Public areas for the new KPMG’s headquarters in Copenhagen​​​​​​​. The main concept of the spaces is to bring the Nordhavn area indoors. Branding installations, specially designed furniture, natural textures and innovative technology and lighting are all integrated with the idea of unveiling the new branding proposition of KPMG in Scandinavia. Entrance, reception and waiting areas are all designed in an inspiring nordic way, providing a calm, inviting and atmospheric environment for employees and visitors. / https://www.twine.net/signin