I am Rashmini Bandara, an interior architect with over eight years of experience in luxury residential, healthcare, and FF&E specification. I excel in leading full project lifecycles from concept planning and 3D visualization to on-site fabrication and delivery. I thrive in cross-border collaboration, coordinating with vendors, fabricators, and multinational teams to ensure premium results. I bring a strong eye for materials and finishes, a hands-on approach to design development, and a collaborative leadership style that keeps projects on time and on brief.…

Rashmini Bandara

I am Rashmini Bandara, an interior architect with over eight years of experience in luxury residential, healthcare, and FF&E specification. I excel in leading full project lifecycles from concept planning and 3D visualization to on-site fabrication and delivery. I thrive in cross-border collaboration, coordinating with vendors, fabricators, and multinational teams to ensure premium results. I bring a strong eye for materials and finishes, a hands-on approach to design development, and a collaborative leadership style that keeps projects on time and on brief.…

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I am Rashmini Bandara, an interior architect with over eight years of experience in luxury residential, healthcare, and FF&E specification. I excel in leading full project lifecycles from concept planning and 3D visualization to on-site fabrication and delivery.

I thrive in cross-border collaboration, coordinating with vendors, fabricators, and multinational teams to ensure premium results. I bring a strong eye for materials and finishes, a hands-on approach to design development, and a collaborative leadership style that keeps projects on time and on brief.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Interior Designer / Sales at The Inside Project (Pvt.) Ltd.
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Led a team of 3 professionals (junior designer, 3D visualiser, and draftsperson) and achieved a 45% improvement in design turnover. Served as primary client contact, translating detailed requirements into fabrication-ready instructions for production. Coordinated with the workshop and site visits to ensure alignment with design and client expectations; supported showroom sales through product knowledge.
Junior Interior Designer / Sales Specialist at St. Anthony’s Design Studio
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Specialized in sensitive healthcare interior design, supported by professional 2D/3D drawings, mood boards, and site coordination. Worked with on-site visits to ensure design alignment and client communications; prepared detailed design concepts aligned with client briefs.
Intern to Head Architect / Junior Interior Designer at JAT Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd.
May 1, 2019 - August 1, 2021
Intern to Head Architect; contributed to interior design and architectural projects in healthcare settings, including understanding hospital workflows and spaces. Gained experience in healthcare design, supported design development, drafting, and client communications.
Intern to Head Architect at Design Cues (Pvt.) Ltd.
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2019
Intern to Head Architect; contributed to end-to-end interior design projects, assisted with drafting and material boards, and supported on-site implementations with architects.
Intern to Head Architect at Design Studio (Pvt.) Ltd.
September 1, 2014 - April 1, 2015
Intern to Head Architect; gained experience in healthcare interior design and healthcare facilities; participated in concept development and design coordination.
Interior Designer at Living. Furniture and Interiors
April 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Designed interior schemes for residential and showroom spaces; coordinated with suppliers, managed FF&E procurement, and on-site installation.
Photographer at Rashmi Bandara Wedding Photography (Portfolio)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Built a wedding photography portfolio; produced high-quality images, coordinated with clients and vendors to deliver on-brand visuals.
Senior Interior Architect at St. Anthony’s Design Studio
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Managing full-scope commercial and residential interiors with a focus on material innovation, end-to-end project execution, and on-site fabrication coordination.
Corporate Communications & Project Designer at The Inside Project (Pvt.) Ltd.
September 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023
Represented the firm at major industry events and supported client communications, design coordination and project execution.
Senior Designer & Sales at Design Cues (Pvt.) Ltd.
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2019
Specialized in high-end bespoke kitchen, wardrobe and vanity design; on-site fabrication oversight and client proposals.
Head Architect at 2:4 Designs (Pvt.) Ltd.
September 1, 2014 - April 1, 2015
Intern to Head Architect; CAD drafting and client engagements for residential and commercial projects.
Architectural Designer at JAT Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd.
May 1, 2019 - August 31, 2021
Supported design development and project coordination for interior projects across residential and commercial spaces.
Volunteer at Lanka Comic-Con / Event Support
January 1, 2016 - Present
Volunteer crew member coordinating with teams to ensure smooth operations for large public events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture at Limkokwing University, Malaysia
October 16, 2016 - December 12, 2018
at Limkokwing University, Malaysia
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare

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