I'm a 3D environment artist with a background in architecture and interior design, focused on cinematic 3D modelling and visualization in Unreal Engine 5. I blend architectural thinking with digital and real-time workflows to create believable spaces that tell a story. Having run my own creative studio, I’m comfortable taking projects from concept to final delivery and collaborating with teams to communicate design intent and deliver production-ready assets.

MARIËTTE KÜHN

I'm a 3D environment artist with a background in architecture and interior design, focused on cinematic 3D modelling and visualization in Unreal Engine 5. I blend architectural thinking with digital and real-time workflows to create believable spaces that tell a story. Having run my own creative studio, I’m comfortable taking projects from concept to final delivery and collaborating with teams to communicate design intent and deliver production-ready assets.

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I’m a 3D environment artist with a background in architecture and interior design, focused on cinematic 3D modelling and visualization in Unreal Engine 5. I blend architectural thinking with digital and real-time workflows to create believable spaces that tell a story.

Having run my own creative studio, I’m comfortable taking projects from concept to final delivery and collaborating with teams to communicate design intent and deliver production-ready assets.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Environment Artist at Anavrin
October 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and developed detailed 3D environments with thoughtful composition, materials, and spatial clarity. Produced photorealistic renders to communicate design intent using cinematic camera composition and realistic lighting setups. Managed UV mapping, texturing, and PBR material workflows. Collaborated closely with the team to develop accurately scaled 3D models that are ready for production.
Design Intern at Byzantian Interactive
July 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Assisted with design tasks and early concepts.
Intern at Byzantian Interactive
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Design internship; assisted with design development and project visualization.
Interior & Multi-Disciplinary Designer at Self-employed
December 31, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Worked independently designing interiors and multi-disciplinary projects with active involvement in all phases of design. Industries included educational, healthcare, corporate, retail, commercial, and residential sectors. Produced design proposals including layouts, space plans, mood boards, 3D renders, and technical drawings. Designed custom specialty products and furniture, managed client assistance through quotations, order tracking, and timeframe management, and coordinated projects with cross-functional departments.
Interior Architect at Doos Arkitekter
May 1, 2023 - Present
Designed interiors for Scandic, Radisson Blu, and various other hotels. Developed room layouts, spatial concepts, and design variations. Integrated BIM models and design libraries into architectural drawings. Coordinated FF&E items through documentation and quantification.
Interior Architect - Contract at Doos Arkitekter
January 1, 2023 - Present
Currently working on interior architectural projects on a contract basis. Responsibilities include room concept implementation in hospitality design, with a focus on designing interiors for hotels such as Scandic and Radisson Blue. Tasks involve identifying and drafting room type variations and layouts, coordinating FF&E items through documentation and quantification, attending on-site meetings for monitoring and measurement control, and supporting the team through diverse design and administrative tasks across multiple project stages.
Design Intern at Design Effect Intl & Lugar Architects
June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Assisted with design tasks and project studies during internship.
Intern at Design Effect Int / Lugar Architects
June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Assisted with architectural visualization and drafting during internship.
Intern at Lugar Architects
June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Internship supporting design development and documentation.
3D Artist & Interior Architect / Owner at Silver Lining
April 1, 2017 - May 31, 2023
Produced design proposals and architectural visualizations for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. Designed realistic 3D furniture models for custom manufacturing. Took full ownership of projects from client acquisition to delivery. Oversaw all aspects of business operations: client management, project coordination, financial planning, and delivery.

Education

Game Art Program - Specializing in Environment Art at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Visual Communication - Interior Design at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Game Art Program at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Visual Communication - Interior Design at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Game Art Program - Environment Art at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Visual Communication - Interior Design at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2019
Game Art Program - Environment Art at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Visual Communication - Interior Design at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Certificate at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Diploma at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2019
Game Art Program - Environment Art at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Visual Communication - Interior Design at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2019
Game Art Program - Environment Art at Vertex School
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Visual Communication - Interior Design at Tshwane University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2019

Qualifications

UE Authorized Training Center
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025
UE Authorized Training Center - Unreal Engine 5 Environment Art
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet