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Hi, I’m Negin Karimi, a Vancouver-based interior designer with an architectural background. I specialize in creating detailed 2D drawing packages, from schematic design through permit and construction, and I enjoy turning concepts into buildable, code-compliant solutions. I lead design teams, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and help clients translate ideas into functional, beautiful spaces, with a focus on sustainable material choices and energy efficiency. With 5+ years of experience producing 2D drawings (plans, RCPs, elevations, furniture layouts) and permit packages in AutoCAD and Revit, I’ve supported remote and on-site teams across residential and hospitality projects. I’m passionate about clear documentation, client communication, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality interiors that meet goals and codes.…Hi, I’m Negin Karimi, a Vancouver-based interior designer with an architectural background. I specialize in creating detailed 2D drawing packages, from schematic design through permit and construction, and I enjoy turning concepts into buildable, code-compliant solutions. I lead design teams, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and help clients translate ideas into functional, beautiful spaces, with a focus on sustainable material choices and energy efficiency. With 5+ years of experience producing 2D drawings (plans, RCPs, elevations, furniture layouts) and permit packages in AutoCAD and Revit, I’ve supported remote and on-site teams across residential and hospitality projects. I’m passionate about clear documentation, client communication, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality interiors that meet goals and codes.

Negin Karimi

Interior Designer, Designer, Architect, +2

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Hi, I’m Negin Karimi, a Vancouver-based interior designer with an architectural background. I specialize in creating detailed 2D drawing packages, from schematic design through permit and construction, and I enjoy turning concepts into buildable, code-compliant solutions. I lead design teams, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and help clients translate ideas into functional, beautiful spaces, with a focus on sustainable material choices and energy efficiency. With 5+ years of experience producing 2D drawings (plans, RCPs, elevations, furniture layouts) and permit packages in AutoCAD and Revit, I’ve supported remote and on-site teams across residential and hospitality projects. I’m passionate about clear documentation, client communication, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality interiors that meet goals and codes.…Hi, I’m Negin Karimi, a Vancouver-based interior designer with an architectural background. I specialize in creating detailed 2D drawing packages, from schematic design through permit and construction, and I enjoy turning concepts into buildable, code-compliant solutions. I lead design teams, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and help clients translate ideas into functional, beautiful spaces, with a focus on sustainable material choices and energy efficiency. With 5+ years of experience producing 2D drawings (plans, RCPs, elevations, furniture layouts) and permit packages in AutoCAD and Revit, I’ve supported remote and on-site teams across residential and hospitality projects. I’m passionate about clear documentation, client communication, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality interiors that meet goals and codes.

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Hi, I’m Negin Karimi, a Vancouver-based interior designer with an architectural background. I specialize in creating detailed 2D drawing packages, from schematic design through permit and construction, and I enjoy turning concepts into buildable, code-compliant solutions. I lead design teams, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and help clients translate ideas into functional, beautiful spaces, with a focus on sustainable material choices and energy efficiency.

With 5+ years of experience producing 2D drawings (plans, RCPs, elevations, furniture layouts) and permit packages in AutoCAD and Revit, I’ve supported remote and on-site teams across residential and hospitality projects. I’m passionate about clear documentation, client communication, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality interiors that meet goals and codes.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Excel

3Ds Max

Experience Level

Adobe Photoshop

Expert

Microsoft Excel

Expert

3Ds Max

Intermediate

Work Experience

Interior Designer at Hedayat Ab-e Ilam Company

April 1, 2021 - November 1, 2023

Produced design and construction drawing packages from schematic design through permit and construction phases, ensuring alignment with design intent, codes, and client requirements. Led design teams by preparing drafting, layout adjustments, and 3D renderings to translate concepts into buildable solutions. Managed small to mid-size project tasks and coordinated communications between consultants, contractors, and clients. Produced permit packages in AutoCAD and Revit and organized drawing files to reduce revisions and improve efficiency. Notable projects included a single-family house (16,146 ft²); a 7-storey mid-rise (13,993 ft²) interior space planning, with sustainability strategies achieving up to 15% energy savings.

Interior Designer at Hedayat Ab-e Ilam Company

November 1, 2018 - April 1, 2021

Prepared interior drawings including plans, elevations, and detailing; collaborated with architects, engineers, and consultants to revise drawings; assisted in site evaluations and maintained detailed project records. Created 3D models, architectural diagrams, and presentation graphics to support design development. Wrote technical reports and specifications, prepared complete documentation packages and drawing sets, reducing design revisions and rework costs by 12%. Processed permit submissions and liaised with municipalities.