I'm Abdul Kayum, a versatile creative designer specialising in luxury retail environments, with extensive experience delivering high-end 3D concepts across multiple platforms. I translate brand identity into immersive spatial experiences through strong conceptual thinking, refined materiality, advanced CAD visualization, and AI-driven design processes that enhance creativity, efficiency, and innovation. Having collaborated with prestigious brands such as Alexander McQueen and Dr Barbara Sturm, I bring a sophisticated understanding of craftsmanship, storytelling, and customer journey design, thriving in fast-paced, detail-driven environments while continuously advancing my expertise within the luxury retail sector. Based in London, I thrive in fast-paced, detail-driven environments and continuously push my design craft across architecture and retail spaces. My work blends craft and technology—from architectural visualisation to real-world store design—driven by clear brand storytelling and a passion for creating engaging customer journeys.

Abdul Kayum

I'm Abdul Kayum, a versatile creative designer specialising in luxury retail environments, with extensive experience delivering high-end 3D concepts across multiple platforms. I translate brand identity into immersive spatial experiences through strong conceptual thinking, refined materiality, advanced CAD visualization, and AI-driven design processes that enhance creativity, efficiency, and innovation. Having collaborated with prestigious brands such as Alexander McQueen and Dr Barbara Sturm, I bring a sophisticated understanding of craftsmanship, storytelling, and customer journey design, thriving in fast-paced, detail-driven environments while continuously advancing my expertise within the luxury retail sector. Based in London, I thrive in fast-paced, detail-driven environments and continuously push my design craft across architecture and retail spaces. My work blends craft and technology—from architectural visualisation to real-world store design—driven by clear brand storytelling and a passion for creating engaging customer journeys.

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I’m Abdul Kayum, a versatile creative designer specialising in luxury retail environments, with extensive experience delivering high-end 3D concepts across multiple platforms. I translate brand identity into immersive spatial experiences through strong conceptual thinking, refined materiality, advanced CAD visualization, and AI-driven design processes that enhance creativity, efficiency, and innovation. Having collaborated with prestigious brands such as Alexander McQueen and Dr Barbara Sturm, I bring a sophisticated understanding of craftsmanship, storytelling, and customer journey design, thriving in fast-paced, detail-driven environments while continuously advancing my expertise within the luxury retail sector.

Based in London, I thrive in fast-paced, detail-driven environments and continuously push my design craft across architecture and retail spaces. My work blends craft and technology—from architectural visualisation to real-world store design—driven by clear brand storytelling and a passion for creating engaging customer journeys.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Store Designer at Dr Barbara Sturm
January 25, 2025 - Present
Designing and delivering design and build proposals across Europe and America for luxury retail environments.
Designer at Kayum Designs
January 1, 2024 - Present
Working on a variety of creative projects, including collaborations with LadBible to design and produce a Walrus mask for a Virgin Media campaign.
Lead Store Designer at Clarins UK
July 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Lead store designer across various store typologies and fixtures for Clarins UK.
Architectural Visualiser and Store Planner at Alexander McQueen
March 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
Architectural visualisation and store planning for multiple stores worldwide; collaborated in a small team to achieve planning approval.
3D Designer at Ackroyd Lowrie
September 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Designing 3D models in SketchUp and detailing plans, sections and elevations within Vectorworks for large-scale residential and commercial units.
Designer at Ackroyd Lowrie
September 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Worked on large-scale residential and commercial units; created 3D models in SketchUp and detailed plans, sections, and elevations in Vectorworks.
Assistant at PLP Architecture
May 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Assisted on a consented Masterplan scheme for Westferry London; prepared illustrative plans, elevations, sections, and 3D massing models.
Designer at Design Haus Liberty
August 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016
Worked in a team of six; participated in and contributed to the RIBA Regents Street window project, undertaking various designing and manufacturing tasks.

Education

BA Architecture at Ravensbourne
January 3, 2025 - January 3, 2025
BA (Hons) Architecture (First Class Honours) at Ravensbourne University
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018
BA (Hons) Architecture (First Class Honours) at Ravensbourne University
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018
UAL Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at Ravensbourne University
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2015

Qualifications

Venice Biennale Exhibition (RSA)
September 1, 2018 - May 11, 2026
Robert Owen Nursery Project
July 1, 2017 - May 11, 2026
NEWH Winning Hotel Competition
June 1, 2017 - May 11, 2026
SPACE International Hotel Design Issue 4
January 1, 2017 - May 11, 2026
RIBA Windows Street Project
September 1, 2016 - May 11, 2026

Industry Experience

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