I am an Interior Designer with experience across hospitality, residential, workplace, and commercial projects. Passionate about creating memorable guest experiences, I specialise in concept development, space planning, FF&E selection, and material storytelling. With strong skills in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite, I enjoy designing authentic interiors that balance functionality, atmosphere, and brand identity.

Julia Kafeena

I am an Interior Designer with experience across hospitality, residential, workplace, and commercial projects. Passionate about creating memorable guest experiences, I specialise in concept development, space planning, FF&E selection, and material storytelling. With strong skills in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite, I enjoy designing authentic interiors that balance functionality, atmosphere, and brand identity.

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I am an Interior Designer with experience across hospitality, residential, workplace, and commercial projects. Passionate about creating memorable guest experiences, I specialise in concept development, space planning, FF&E selection, and material storytelling. With strong skills in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite, I enjoy designing authentic interiors that balance functionality, atmosphere, and brand identity.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Interior Designer at IHG Hotel
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Led a large-scale hotel project from concept to completion, producing space plans with AutoCAD and CET, and creating a cohesive FF&E strategy. Initiated and programmed projects from conception, provided product specifications, pricing, and discounts. Collaborated with teams, sales representatives, and vendors; conducted site research, visits, and analysis; presented design boards and progress updates throughout all design phases.
Lead Designer / Real Estate Assistant at CMP Group
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Led design for real estate projects; developed design boards and presentations; collaborated with architects and engineers; supported project delivery through effective communication with clients and vendors; contributed to site visits and on-site problem solving.
Interior Investments Project Designer at Interior Investments
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Researched luxury materials for upscale residences; created interior and exterior renderings for city plans and client visuals; managed content and collaborated with architects on site visits to deliver built solutions.
Junior Designer / Boutique Manager at Pieces Inc.
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Managed boutique stores and high-end residential projects, created mood boards, placed orders, and organized showrooms; contributed to design decisions and client-facing presentations.

Education

Masters of Interior Architecture at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Interior Architecture at Black Design Architecture
January 11, 2030 - June 18, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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