Design Director with 15+ years specialising in luxury hospitality and F&B design across London and Europe. I've delivered some of London's most celebrated restaurant spaces, including Gloria Shoreditch, a Capri-inspired Italian trattoria where I led every design decision from spatial planning and materiality through to bespoke ceiling details and the complete sensory atmosphere of the space. I have a deep understanding of contemporary Italian and European restaurant aesthetics, warm materiality, considered lighting, authentic atmosphere that feels genuinely lived-in rather than themed. I know the difference between a space that looks Italian and one that feels it. For this project I can develop a cohesive concept direction, refined colour palette, wall finish and lighting recommendations, moodboards, and sourcing guidance, giving you everything you need to bring the vision to life with confidence. Based in London. Available for remote collaboration and immediate start.

Demet Ogutler

Design Director with 15+ years specialising in luxury hospitality and F&B design across London and Europe. I've delivered some of London's most celebrated restaurant spaces, including Gloria Shoreditch, a Capri-inspired Italian trattoria where I led every design decision from spatial planning and materiality through to bespoke ceiling details and the complete sensory atmosphere of the space. I have a deep understanding of contemporary Italian and European restaurant aesthetics, warm materiality, considered lighting, authentic atmosphere that feels genuinely lived-in rather than themed. I know the difference between a space that looks Italian and one that feels it. For this project I can develop a cohesive concept direction, refined colour palette, wall finish and lighting recommendations, moodboards, and sourcing guidance, giving you everything you need to bring the vision to life with confidence. Based in London. Available for remote collaboration and immediate start.

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Design Director with 15+ years specialising in luxury hospitality and F&B design across London and Europe. I’ve delivered some of London’s most celebrated restaurant spaces, including Gloria Shoreditch, a Capri-inspired Italian trattoria where I led every design decision from spatial planning and materiality through to bespoke ceiling details and the complete sensory atmosphere of the space.
I have a deep understanding of contemporary Italian and European restaurant aesthetics, warm materiality, considered lighting, authentic atmosphere that feels genuinely lived-in rather than themed. I know the difference between a space that looks Italian and one that feels it.
For this project I can develop a cohesive concept direction, refined colour palette, wall finish and lighting recommendations, moodboards, and sourcing guidance, giving you everything you need to bring the vision to life with confidence.
Based in London. Available for remote collaboration and immediate start.

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Interior Designer at David Collins Studio
January 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted in concept development for luxury residential suites and high-end F&B spaces within a global cruise hospitality project. Contributed to spatial planning, FF&E selection, and material curation to create immersive guest experiences aligned with brand aesthetics. Collaborated with project teams to refine bespoke detailing, lighting schemes, and overall ambiance across high-profile hospitality projects.
Senior Designer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led design development and delivery of a 12,558 sqm Cat B fit-out for a global tech company’s London headquarters, ensuring brand identity integration and user experience optimization. Collaborated with external consultants and design guardians to execute a luxury hotel concept in London, ensuring brand consistency, technical feasibility, and seamless execution. Integrated FF&E, branding, and spatial planning strategies to enhance guest experience while maintaining alignment with global hospitality standards.
Design Director at Soul Spaces
July 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Developed long-term business partnerships, particularly with co-working space providers and high-value corporate clients, ensuring repeat business and revenue growth. Worked closely with consultants and on-site teams to translate design concepts into seamless, high-quality project executions. Secured 90% of pitches, generating £3M+ in revenue, by delivering compelling brand-driven concepts that resonated with clients. Mentored and managed a team of designers, ensuring project excellence and creative innovation across multiple workplace projects.
Head Of Design at Soul Spaces
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Establishing and scaling the design function at a high-growth design & build startup, defining workflows, standards, and operational processes. Mentored and managed a team of designers, ensuring project excellence and creative innovation across multiple workplace projects. Worked closely with consultants and on-site teams to translate design concepts into seamless, high-quality project executions.
Interior Designer at Big Mamma Group
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Developed and delivered workplace design solutions, collaborating closely with clients and internal teams to meet business objectives. Produced detailed technical drawings and documentation sets, ensuring clarity and precision in project execution.
Interior Designer at Gorkem Volkan Design Studio
September 1, 2016 - February 1, 2018
Contributed to high-end hospitality and retail projects, ensuring seamless brand integration, material selection, and architectural coordination. Developed FF&E specifications and collaborated with international suppliers to maintain quality and authenticity in design execution.
Interior Designer at SPDO | SPArchitects
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Produced concept designs and prepared moodboards, material boards and sourced furniture and fixtures. Visualized design ideas quickly using hand sketch and Adobe Suite.
Interior Designer at Evrenol Architects
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Developed concepts for commercial and social spaces for the company’s large-scale mixed-use and commercial projects. Prepared presentations and conceptual designs through hand sketching and Adobe Suite.
Interior & Product Designer at Transformist Design
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Interior Designer at BLU Lab
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Graphic Design Intern at KRETON
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Graphic design internship involving branding, layouts, and promotional materials.

Education

Interior Architecture at Yeditepe University
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Erasmus Exchange in Architecture at University of Genoa
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

First Place in University Entrance Exam (Full Scholarship)
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet