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Esraa Kalil

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I've spent the past 8 years doing work I genuinely love — turning empty spaces into places that feel considered, beautiful and purposeful.

About

I’ve spent the past 8 years doing work I genuinely love — turning empty spaces into places that feel considered, beautiful and purposeful. From hospitality fitouts and hotel lobbies to workplaces and educational hubs, I’ve worked across a wide range of environments and learned that great design lives in the details and the relationships.

I’m equally at home in a client meeting, reviewing drawings on site, or deep in a finishes schedule — and I take real pride in seeing a project through from the first sketch to the day the doors open. I’m particularly drawn to projects where a strong brand identity sets the standard for every design decision, and where getting the details right genuinely matters to the people you’re working for.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined May 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • ArabicFluent
  • FrenchBeginner

Industry experience

  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 6 roles

Principal Designer · Comma Design StudioDec 2021 – Present · 5 yrs

Lead end-to-end project delivery for workplace, hospitality and residential projects across Sydney's Lower North Shore, including design, documentation, contractor coordination, and site management. Manage client and stakeholder relationships across the full project lifecycle, ensuring brand intent and design standards are upheld at every stage. Oversee scheduling, budgets and programme for concurrent projects, proactively resolving site constraints and adapting to shifting priorities. Produce comprehensive design packages including plans, elevations, finishes schedules, joinery documentation and material specifications to exacting standards. Champion sustainable design practices and incorporate environmental considerations into project briefs and material selections.

Interior Designer · Scott CarverFeb 2021 – Dec 2021 · 11 mos

Contributed to a diverse portfolio of premium hospitality and workplace projects from concept through to construction documentation and site delivery. Served as a key coordinator between internal design teams, clients and contractors, facilitating clear communication and programme alignment across all project phases. Key projects included Hotel Indigo NZ, Adina Fremantle, Sydney Simulator Golfspace and End of Trip Facilities (Goulburn St). Reviewed and refined project drawings and layouts to ensure design intent was maintained through construction.

Interior Designer · Designinc SydneyJul 2019 – Nov 2019 · 5 mos

Led the interior design of the University of Wollongong Student Hub refurbishment — a complex, multi-zone fitout encompassing educational service areas, call centre and workplace environments. Managed full documentation package including plans, sections, elevations, finishes schedules, 3D impressions and MEP coordination, ensuring delivery ahead of the 2020 academic year. Coordinated across multiple consultants and university stakeholders to maintain programme and resolve design constraints on site.

Interior Designer · Billard Leece PartnershipJan 2019 – Jul 2019 · 7 mos
Career Break · Travel SabbaticalApr 2018 – Jan 2019 · 10 mos
Graduate Project Architect · Haviland ArchitectsMar 2015 – Apr 2018 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Education

BSc Architectural Engineering · The American University in Cairo2008 – 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration · The American University in Cairo2008 – 2014
Student Exchange Program · Drexel University, Philadelphia2012
International Architectural Summer School · TU Darmstadt2013

Certifications and awards

UIA Accredited2008 – 2014

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