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I am Zeina Kalthoum, an interior designer and architect dedicated to creating spaces that blend function, beauty, and sustainability. My work spans luxury residences, hospitality, and cultural spaces, where I lead multidisciplinary teams from concept through completion with a collaborative, hands-on approach.
I thrive on turning client aspirations into tangible environments and I continually refine design strategies that elevate human experience while honoring craftsmanship and sustainability.
Experience Level
Language
Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Senior Interior Designer - Architect at Treasures International
March 1, 2025 - PresentLead high-end residential projects in a design–build framework from concept to handover. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, align design vision with technical execution, manage client presentations, secure approvals and satisfaction. Prepare design packages with drawings, specs, and FF&E schedules to luxury standards. Coordinate with project managers, site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors for timely, quality delivery. Apply value-engineering strategies without compromising design integrity. Mentor junior designers in design development, detailing, and presentation.
Senior Interior Designer - Architect at B8 Architecture
October 1, 2022 - March 1, 2025Led design stage to design development with the team, overseeing projects from concept to completion. Met with clients to understand their requirements and design preferences, creating mood boards and concepts. Track project progress to ensure alignment with client requirements and deadlines. Coordinate with suppliers and luxury brands to source required items, contributing to smooth project execution and client satisfaction. Provide detailed responses to RFIs from contractors, ensuring prompt and comprehensive information delivery.
Design Consultant at CB2 (Majid Al Futtaim Group)
June 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022Created mood boards and provided 3D visualizations and 2D plans to meet clients' requirements. Successfully achieved targets for client satisfaction, project completion, and design quality within specified timelines.
Head of the Design Team – Architectural Designer at DIAB Group
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022Led a design team in developing proposals for residential, commercial, and educational projects. Created design proposals across multiple regions, including the UAE, USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia.
Architect at Avenue Engineering Company
July 1, 2019 - December 1, 2020Developed proposals for various projects, including a major shopping mall in Damascus. Created an urban vision for Hamam Al Karamni archaeological site. Produced urban design for Emmessa City. Delivered designs for residential buildings.
Education
MSc Regional Planning of Infrastructure and Services at High Institute of Regional Planning, Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026Bachelor degree in Architecture with an honor degree at Damascus University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019Summer School at HafenCity Universität Hamburg
April 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020Qualifications
Industry Experience
Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other
Experience Level
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