I am a creative and detail oriented interior architect and design consultant, bringing a refined sensitivity to color, materials, and atmosphere to custom projects. I thrive on shaping spaces that balance aesthetics with practical function, and I enjoy guiding clients through bespoke solutions that elevate everyday experiences. With solid experience in interior architecture and retail, I have cultivated deep expertise in client engagement, personalized guidance, and the showcasing of products and spaces. I value aesthetics and service excellence to deliver professional, human-centered experiences that are inspiring and accessible.

Soraya Journy

I am a creative and detail oriented interior architect and design consultant, bringing a refined sensitivity to color, materials, and atmosphere to custom projects. I thrive on shaping spaces that balance aesthetics with practical function, and I enjoy guiding clients through bespoke solutions that elevate everyday experiences. With solid experience in interior architecture and retail, I have cultivated deep expertise in client engagement, personalized guidance, and the showcasing of products and spaces. I value aesthetics and service excellence to deliver professional, human-centered experiences that are inspiring and accessible.

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I am a creative and detail oriented interior architect and design consultant, bringing a refined sensitivity to color, materials, and atmosphere to custom projects. I thrive on shaping spaces that balance aesthetics with practical function, and I enjoy guiding clients through bespoke solutions that elevate everyday experiences.

With solid experience in interior architecture and retail, I have cultivated deep expertise in client engagement, personalized guidance, and the showcasing of products and spaces. I value aesthetics and service excellence to deliver professional, human-centered experiences that are inspiring and accessible.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Interior Architect & Design Consultant at Freelance / Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Client consulting and bespoke project support: retail spaces, villas, apartments. Technical plans and design packages; project monitoring up to handover. Collaborations with MLG Architecture, MAD Menuiserie, Madrona Monaco. Ongoing projects for L’Occitane en Provence, Baccarat, Moët Hennessy. Regular client communication via phone and email.
Retail Project Manager at LUCA Consulting
April 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Store, VIP space and office design for major brands: Baccarat, Hermès, Printemps Haussmann, Stade Français, DFCO Dijon. International concept roll-outs: Dinh Van, Maison Margiela, Giorgio Armani, Lancel. Client relations, tight deadlines, teamwork, visual merchandising involvement.
Junior Project Assistant at LONSDALE
February 1, 2019 - March 1, 2019
Creation of concept books and client presentations for retail projects.
Retail Design Intern at VOLCAN DESIGN
February 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Trend book creation: 'Volcan Design Colour'. Boutique concepts: Promod, Orchestra. International concept deployment: Canal+.
Sales Associate at TAPE À L’OEIL
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Customer greetings, personalized advice, and checkout. Merchandising, stock management, fitting rooms. Teamwork and energy on the sales floor.
Sales Associate at CHARVIN NICE
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Customer service focusing on selecting colors and materials for decorative projects. Highlighted color and texture harmonies.
Youth Activity Leader (BAFA) at Conseil Général des Alpes-Maritimes
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Group supervision, creativity, educational engagement, and human interaction across Nice, Cannes, and Corsica.

Education

Master’s Degree in Global Design at Faculty of Arts, Strasbourg
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
DSAA Design, Spatial Design at ESAA La Martinière Diderot, Lyon
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
BTS in Spatial Design at Lycée Saliège, Balma
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
STD2A - Applied Arts High School at Lycée Léonard de Vinci, Antibes
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

CFAI Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

Industry Experience

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