I’m an interior designer with 20+ years of progressive experience delivering residential, commercial, and mixed-use interiors from concept through site execution. I act as the design point-of-contact on select projects, ensuring consistency of design intent across drawings, site execution, and stakeholder reviews. I translate creative vision into buildable, regulation-compliant, high-quality interiors with zero ambiguity on site. I have deep expertise in ArchiCAD/BIMx construction documentation, consultant coordination, and on-site problem solving within fast-paced Dubai project environments.…

Nesferson L. Olayta

I’m an interior designer with 20+ years of progressive experience delivering residential, commercial, and mixed-use interiors from concept through site execution. I act as the design point-of-contact on select projects, ensuring consistency of design intent across drawings, site execution, and stakeholder reviews. I translate creative vision into buildable, regulation-compliant, high-quality interiors with zero ambiguity on site. I have deep expertise in ArchiCAD/BIMx construction documentation, consultant coordination, and on-site problem solving within fast-paced Dubai project environments.…

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I’m an interior designer with 20+ years of progressive experience delivering residential, commercial, and mixed-use interiors from concept through site execution. I act as the design point-of-contact on select projects, ensuring consistency of design intent across drawings, site execution, and stakeholder reviews.

I translate creative vision into buildable, regulation-compliant, high-quality interiors with zero ambiguity on site. I have deep expertise in ArchiCAD/BIMx construction documentation, consultant coordination, and on-site problem solving within fast-paced Dubai project environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Interior Designer at iR Design LLC FZ – Dubai Design District, UAE
September 1, 2016 - December 29, 2025
Acted as design lead on 20 commercial and 6 residential interior projects, overseeing concept development, documentation standards, and alignment through site execution. Directed the delivery of ArchiCAD construction packages and BIMx hypermodels, reducing RFIs and design revisions by providing contractors with integrated, navigable 3D documentation. Coordinated daily with consultants, contractors, and suppliers, reviewed shop drawings and material submittals, and provided guidance to junior designers to maintain quality and schedule.
CAD Draftsman at TAO Design LLC
August 1, 2015 - June 1, 2016
Prepared detailed AutoCAD interior drawings for residential and commercial projects, supporting senior designers from schematic design through IFC documentation. Developed space planning layouts, elevations, and technical details compliant with Dubai authority and consultant requirements. Supported project teams by coordinating drawing updates, revisions, and issue logs under tight delivery schedules.
CAD Draftsman / Graphic Artist / 3D Visualizer / Design Consultant at Anthropology – Makati City, Philippines
November 1, 2013 - June 1, 2015
Supported the design team by conducting on-site surveys and translating data into accurate lighting simulations to validate performance before installation. Recommended specialized Designer and Architectural lighting tailored to project aesthetics. Streamlined the transition from design to procurement by managing BOQ creation and technical layouts, ensuring projects stayed within budget and technical scope.
Interior Designer / 3D Visualizer / CAD Draftsman at Elev8 Interior Design Studio – Quezon City, Philippines
June 1, 2013 - May 1, 2015
Produced full interior drawing sets and design support for residential and commercial fit-out projects. Assisted in FF&E layouts, material selections, and coordination drawings to support smooth site execution.
CAD Draftsman / Engineering Technician at Swift Engineering / ESCO Corporation – Quezon City, Philippines
February 1, 2009 - June 1, 2013
Generated mechanical and engineering drawings supporting construction, manufacturing, and installation activities. Modified and refined drawings based on site conditions, technical constraints, and consultant inputs. Supported multidisciplinary teams by maintaining drawing accuracy and revision control.
Interior Designer / Draftsman / 3D Visualizer at Freelance Interior Designer / Design Consultant
January 1, 2004 - Present
Delivered end-to-end interior design services for private residential clients, from concept development to site completion. Managed space planning, technical drawings, material selections, and contractor coordination. Achieved repeat client engagements through reliable delivery, site presence, and design clarity.
Interior Designer / Design Consultant at Freelance Interior Designer / Design Consultant
January 1, 2004 - Present
Delivered end-to-end interior design services for private residential clients, from concept development to site completion. Managed space planning, technical drawings, material selections, and contractor coordination. Achieved repeat client engagements through reliable delivery, on-site presence, and design clarity.
CAD Draftsman at TAO Design LLC – Dubai, UAE
August 1, 2015 - June 1, 2016
Prepared detailed AutoCAD interior drawings for residential and commercial projects; developed space planning layouts, elevations, and technical details compliant with Dubai authority and consultant requirements; coordinated drawing updates, revisions, and submittals under tight delivery schedules.
Freelance Interior Designer / Design Consultant at Freelance
January 1, 2004 - Present
Delivered end-to-end interior design services for private residential clients, from concept development to site completion; managed space planning, technical drawings, material selections, and contractor coordination; cultivated repeat client engagements through reliable delivery and design clarity.
Interior Designer at iR Design LLC FZ
September 1, 2016 - December 1, 2025
Acted as design lead on 20 commercial and 6 residential interior projects, overseeing concept development, documentation standards, and alignment through site execution. Delivered high-end interiors aligned with client briefs, brand standards, and authority regulations. Directed the delivery of 26 ArchiCAD construction packages and BIMx hypermodels, drastically reducing site RFIs and design revisions by providing contractors with integrated, navigable 3D documentation. Coordinated daily with consultants, contractors, and suppliers, reviewed shop drawings and material submittals, conducted regular site inspections, and provided technical guidance to junior designers to maintain documentation quality and program timelines.
CAD Draftsman / Graphic Artist / 3D Visualizer / Design Consultant at Anthropology
November 1, 2013 - June 1, 2015
Supported the design team by conducting on-site surveys and translating data into accurate lighting simulations to validate performance before installation. Recommended specialized designer and architectural lighting tailored to project aesthetics. Streamlined the transition from design to procurement by managing BOQ creation and technical layouts, ensuring projects stayed within budget and technical scope.
Interior Designer / 3D Visualizer / CAD Draftsman at Elev8 Interior Design Studio
June 1, 2013 - May 1, 2015
Produced full interior drawing sets and design support for residential and commercial fit-out projects. Assisted in FF&E layouts, material selections, and coordination drawings to support smooth site execution.
CAD Draftsman / Engineering Technician at Swift Engineering / ESCO Corporation
February 1, 2009 - June 1, 2013
Generated mechanical and engineering drawings supporting construction, manufacturing, and installation activities. Modified and refined drawings based on site conditions, technical constraints, and consultant inputs. Supported multidisciplinary teams by maintaining drawing accuracy and revision control.
Interior Designer / Draftsman / 3D Visualizer at Freelance
January 1, 2004 - Present
Delivered end-to-end interior design services for private residential clients, from concept development to site completion. Managed space planning, technical drawings, material selections, and contractor coordination. Achieved repeat client engagements through reliable delivery, site presence, and design clarity.

Education

Interior Design Certification (Basic & Advanced) at Phil's School of Interior Design – Makati, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
AutoCAD Certification (Basic & Advanced) at Asia Pacific College – Makati, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Far Eastern University – Manila, Philippines
June 9, 1997 - March 8, 1999

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Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Other

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