I'm a freelance Senior Interior Designer with over 20 years of experience supporting design studios across residential, hospitality and commercial interior projects. I understand how valuable it is for design studios to have a trusted freelance designer they can call on when workloads increase — someone who can step in quickly, maintain momentum and integrate seamlessly into existing teams. I also bring a fresh perspective shaped by working across a range of studios and project types. I work with efficiency and confidence without compromising quality, bringing a calm, detail-driven approach. Comfortable both leading and collaborating, I contribute clarity and intent to every stage of the design process through clear communication and a highly motivated approach. Please find my resume and work examples attached to my application.

Karen Wilson

I'm a freelance Senior Interior Designer with over 20 years of experience supporting design studios across residential, hospitality and commercial interior projects. I understand how valuable it is for design studios to have a trusted freelance designer they can call on when workloads increase — someone who can step in quickly, maintain momentum and integrate seamlessly into existing teams. I also bring a fresh perspective shaped by working across a range of studios and project types. I work with efficiency and confidence without compromising quality, bringing a calm, detail-driven approach. Comfortable both leading and collaborating, I contribute clarity and intent to every stage of the design process through clear communication and a highly motivated approach. Please find my resume and work examples attached to my application.

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I’m a freelance Senior Interior Designer with over 20 years of experience supporting design studios across residential, hospitality and commercial interior projects. I understand how valuable it is for design studios to have a trusted freelance designer they can call on when workloads increase — someone who can step in quickly, maintain momentum and integrate seamlessly into existing teams.

I also bring a fresh perspective shaped by working across a range of studios and project types. I work with efficiency and confidence without compromising quality, bringing a calm, detail-driven approach. Comfortable both leading and collaborating, I contribute clarity and intent to every stage of the design process through clear communication and a highly motivated approach. Please find my resume and work examples attached to my application.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Interior Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Working nationally and internationally for various companies & individuals across multiple sectors, leading interior design and creative direction projects from concept through to completion.
Interior Designer at Mason Studio
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Contributed to immersive hospitality and brand environments, translating conceptual design ideas into considered design packages through implementation and completion.
Interior Designer at II BY IV
June 1, 2016 - October 30, 2016
Career Break at Relocation
April 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016
Interior Designer at Modus Group
August 1, 2014 - March 31, 2016
Intermediate Interior Designer at Studio Munge
April 1, 2014 - June 30, 2014
Intermediate Interior Designer at Dialogue 38
June 1, 2013 - March 31, 2014
Intermediate Interior Designer at Fusion Design & Architecture
April 1, 2011 - May 30, 2013
Intermediate Interior Designer at Real Studio
June 1, 2008 - March 31, 2011
Career Break at Travel
February 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
Junior Interior Designer at Modus Group
January 1, 2007 - January 31, 2008
Interior Designer at IDG Group
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006

Education

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Qualifications

Diploma in Interior Design (Distinction)
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2005

Industry Experience

Retail, Travel & Hospitality
    paper Work Examples
    DESIGN RESPONSIBILITIES ✱ Lead client engagement from initial brief through design presentations and competitive pitches, ensuring a clear understanding of project objectives, scope and design direction. ✱ Develop and direct interior design concepts, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive and innovative spatial solutions. ✱ Produce and oversee high-quality presentation materials, including freehand sketches, 2D visualisations and detailed 3D models that effectively communicate design intent. ✱ Select and specify furniture, fixtures, finishes and materials, balancing aesthetic vision with functionality, durability, budget parameters and programme requirements. ✱ Coordinate with external consultants including architects, lighting designers, engineers and contractors to ensure integrated and technically resolved design solutions. ✱ Prepare and review comprehensive design and tender documentation, including drawing packages, specifications, access statements and design risk assessments across all project stages. ✱ Manage and coordinate internal project teams, including junior designers, CAD technicians, visualisers and specialist consultants ensuring timely and accurate delivery of design packages. ✱ Monitor project budgets, schedules and design deliverables, maintaining design quality while responding to programme and cost constraints. ✱ Oversee FF&E procurement processes, including supplier coordination, sample approvals, lead-time management and installation scheduling. ✱ Collaborate closely with contractors on site during construction, managing design queries, snagging and defect resolution to achieve successful project completion and final sign-off.

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