I am an architect and project manager specializing in interior design for retail, hospitality and high-end spaces. I lead cross-border teams, shape concept-to-construction strategies, and collaborate with top studios to deliver bold, functional environments across Europe. My work blends creative vision with practical project management, ensuring designs come to life on time and within budget. Driven by curiosity and collaborative problem-solving, I thrive on turning complex briefs into elegant spaces, balancing design intent with budget and schedule, from concept through on-site supervision.…

Simone Barnabei

I am an architect and project manager specializing in interior design for retail, hospitality and high-end spaces. I lead cross-border teams, shape concept-to-construction strategies, and collaborate with top studios to deliver bold, functional environments across Europe. My work blends creative vision with practical project management, ensuring designs come to life on time and within budget. Driven by curiosity and collaborative problem-solving, I thrive on turning complex briefs into elegant spaces, balancing design intent with budget and schedule, from concept through on-site supervision.…

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I am an architect and project manager specializing in interior design for retail, hospitality and high-end spaces. I lead cross-border teams, shape concept-to-construction strategies, and collaborate with top studios to deliver bold, functional environments across Europe. My work blends creative vision with practical project management, ensuring designs come to life on time and within budget.

Driven by curiosity and collaborative problem-solving, I thrive on turning complex briefs into elegant spaces, balancing design intent with budget and schedule, from concept through on-site supervision.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Architect at Lazzarini Pickering Architetti
September 1, 2007 - November 1, 2013
Architect on a range of interior and architectural projects, contributing to concept development, documentation and coordination across Italy.
Project Architect
January 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Project Architect role focusing on design development and coordination of architectural projects.
Architect at Stipa Architettura
February 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Rome-based architectural projects with emphasis on interior and building design.
Head of Retail Design at Acne Studios
January 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
In charge of global retail designs, concept development, and collaboration with Brand Image Director through to construction.
Project Leader at Nude Atelier
September 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019
Hospitality, restoration, retail, office and furniture design across projects in Europe.
Project Management / Branding at VIU Eyewear
August 1, 2019 - October 1, 2020
Branding and development of boutiques across Europe; project management.
Project Leader at Lynk & Co
November 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Development, design and construction of Lynk & Co clubs across Europe.
Founder / Director at SMN Design
January 1, 2016 - Present
Founder and director focusing on global retail design, branding and project/construction management of high-end interior projects.
Project Leader at NIO
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
Project leader for development, design and construction of NIO Houses, Spaces and Hubs across Europe; concept creation through on-site supervision; collaboration with leading firms such as MVRDV and Schmidt Hammer Lassen.

Education

Master's Degree in Architecture at La Sapienza University
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment