I'm Steban, an experienced Interiors and 3D Designer who thrives on turning creative visions into tangible spaces. I enjoy tackling challenges both solo and in a team, delivering retail, hospitality, and branding-led interior schemes that translate brand assets into bold, buildable environments. My early years across studios and client-facing projects have grounded me in craft, delivery, and a strategic approach to space planning. I excel at concept development, trend-led insights, and client collaboration, managing suppliers and presenting schemes with clarity. I'm always seeking new challenges to push my thinking, grow as a creative professional, and contribute innovative solutions that elevate brand experiences.

Steban Morales Franco

I'm Steban, an experienced Interiors and 3D Designer who thrives on turning creative visions into tangible spaces. I enjoy tackling challenges both solo and in a team, delivering retail, hospitality, and branding-led interior schemes that translate brand assets into bold, buildable environments. My early years across studios and client-facing projects have grounded me in craft, delivery, and a strategic approach to space planning. I excel at concept development, trend-led insights, and client collaboration, managing suppliers and presenting schemes with clarity. I'm always seeking new challenges to push my thinking, grow as a creative professional, and contribute innovative solutions that elevate brand experiences.

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I’m Steban, an experienced Interiors and 3D Designer who thrives on turning creative visions into tangible spaces. I enjoy tackling challenges both solo and in a team, delivering retail, hospitality, and branding-led interior schemes that translate brand assets into bold, buildable environments. My early years across studios and client-facing projects have grounded me in craft, delivery, and a strategic approach to space planning.

I excel at concept development, trend-led insights, and client collaboration, managing suppliers and presenting schemes with clarity. I’m always seeking new challenges to push my thinking, grow as a creative professional, and contribute innovative solutions that elevate brand experiences.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Interior Designer at Formroom
July 1, 2025 - Present
Leading and supporting the design of interior schemes and temporary window schemes for existing and emerging brands, translating brand assets into exciting physical spaces. Developed bold, buildable concepts through trend research and insight-led strategy. Managed clients, presented schemes, and liaised with suppliers.
Interior/3D Designer at Twelve Studio
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
Collaborated with diverse retail brands to create immersive brand experiences. Promoted to Mid-Weight Designer within the first year and contributed to the European Airport Duty-Free redesign. Responsibilities included architectural visualizations, designing custom fixtures, and producing technical drawings, layout plans, and lighting schemes.
Sales Assistant at Caravane Design
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
In Coal Drops Yard, collaborated with customers to curate bespoke furniture and homeware. Advised on colour, fabrics and styles, and explored sustainable sourcing and materials.
Junior Interior Designer at Space A
September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020
Designed for high-end residential and commercial projects in London. On-set interior styling for project photo-shoots; concepts featured in publications such as Grazia, Architectural Digest and The Evening Standard. Worked on 'Barge East' to bolster dining-in experiences, producing concept visuals and tender drawings.
Interior Design Assistant at Sampson Associates
November 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018
Designed for pubs, bars and restaurants, collaborating with brands such as Young’s & Co, Greene King and Shephard Neame. Detailed joinery solutions for bespoke fixtures and bars; created spatial layouts and selected finishes, fixtures and fittings to suit proposals.
Architectural Assistant at Purcell
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2017
Gained experience in conservation and restoration projects, including the £31 million Nottingham Castle re-development. Worked across RIBA work stages with drawing packages and conceptual studies.

Education

MA Interior Design at University of Westminster
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Part 1 Bachelor of Architecture, 2:1 at University of Nottingham
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
A-Levels at John F Kennedy School
September 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Best MA Interior Design Thesis Project
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

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