Interior and exhibition designer passionate about crafting immersive environments that make people feel something. My work blends storytelling, material exploration, and spatial design to create experiences that live beyond the visual.…

Tshegofatso Mchoenyane

Interior and exhibition designer passionate about crafting immersive environments that make people feel something. My work blends storytelling, material exploration, and spatial design to create experiences that live beyond the visual.…

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Interior and exhibition designer passionate about crafting immersive environments that make people feel something. My work blends storytelling, material exploration, and spatial design to create experiences that live beyond the visual.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Interior/ Set Designer at Maxhosa Africa
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Assisted in interior design development, technical documentation, and 3D modelling. Produced plans, sections, elevations, and presentation visuals. Supported consultant coordination and site inspections. Contributed to concept development and client presentations.
Interior Design Intern at AcuTe Innovation SA
June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Assisted in concept development, materials sourcing, and presentation preparation. Supported technical drawings, project documentation, and design coordination. Conducted design research and suppliers sourcing. Assisted with site visits, installations, and final styling. Maintained organized project files and schedules.
Lifestyle Lead / Project Manager at Maxhosa Africa
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Led end-to-end delivery of luxury retail fit-outs, pop-ups, and exhibition sets from concept to installation. Managed budgets, suppliers, and production timelines to ensure on-time, on-brand project execution. Coordinated cross-functional teams to translate creative directions into high-impact spatial experiences. Conceptualised and delivered seasonal and limited-edition collections across textiles, décor, and functional objects. Managed product development from ideation through prototyping, sampling, and production. Mentored junior designers and coordinated freelance creatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Interior design at Vega school
February 20, 2020 - December 20, 2022

Qualifications

Leadership in Action Award
December 30, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Built Design Awards 2023
November 30, 0002 - March 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment