I am an interior architect with over 20 years of experience delivering high-end design projects across hospitality, retail, and residential sectors throughout Europe. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams and take a proactive, collaborative approach to guide concepts through to completion, always respecting a brand’s heritage and values. I am dedicated to creating innovative, functional, and aesthetically impactful spaces that elevate guest and user experiences, aligned with companies that value strong brand identity and rich historical legacies. As a proactive and adaptable leader, I excel at coordinating with designers, contractors, and craftsmen to ensure flawless execution, rigorous quality, and on-time delivery. My strengths include creative thinking, problem-solving, technical rigor, and the ability to manage budgets and tender processes while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship across all project phases.

Maria CHATZISTAVROU

I am an interior architect with over 20 years of experience delivering high-end design projects across hospitality, retail, and residential sectors throughout Europe. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams and take a proactive, collaborative approach to guide concepts through to completion, always respecting a brand’s heritage and values. I am dedicated to creating innovative, functional, and aesthetically impactful spaces that elevate guest and user experiences, aligned with companies that value strong brand identity and rich historical legacies. As a proactive and adaptable leader, I excel at coordinating with designers, contractors, and craftsmen to ensure flawless execution, rigorous quality, and on-time delivery. My strengths include creative thinking, problem-solving, technical rigor, and the ability to manage budgets and tender processes while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship across all project phases.

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I am an interior architect with over 20 years of experience delivering high-end design projects across hospitality, retail, and residential sectors throughout Europe. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams and take a proactive, collaborative approach to guide concepts through to completion, always respecting a brand’s heritage and values. I am dedicated to creating innovative, functional, and aesthetically impactful spaces that elevate guest and user experiences, aligned with companies that value strong brand identity and rich historical legacies.

As a proactive and adaptable leader, I excel at coordinating with designers, contractors, and craftsmen to ensure flawless execution, rigorous quality, and on-time delivery. My strengths include creative thinking, problem-solving, technical rigor, and the ability to manage budgets and tender processes while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship across all project phases.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Greek, Modern
Fluent

Work Experience

Interior Architect - Project Leader at Lime Deco
January 1, 2022 - Present
Full lifecycle management of hospitality design projects, including concept development as well as interior and exterior design, for luxury clients. Oversight of construction drawings, furniture engineering, and product design, with strict cost and budget control. Analysis and implementation of technical and construction drawings, ensuring accuracy and feasibility; basic understanding of construction economics. Team management and coordination with construction companies, contractors, and craftsmen to ensure flawless execution. Management of tender processes, budget allocation, negotiations, and payment processing. On-site and remote project supervision to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality results.
Interior Architect - Creative manager at Lime Deco
October 1, 2007 - December 31, 2021
Renovation and transformation of hotels and private residences, turnkey solutions as well as refurbishments. Project management from client consultation through concept development, detailed design, site supervision, and final execution. Enhancement of functionality, aesthetics, and user experience while optimizing space and material use. Close collaboration with property owners, contractors, and craftsmen to ensure delivery with quality, budget, and timeline.
Senior Retail Architect at Dimopoulos 360 Shopfitting
July 1, 2002 - June 30, 2007
Creation of retail design concepts and development of presentation materials for clients, including alternative design scenarios. Production of technical drawings and construction plans, including floor plans, sections, and 3D renderings. Sourcing and obtaining quotations from craftsmen, manufacturers, and contractors. Project budget management and quality control throughout all design phases. Task delegation to craftsmen, contractors, and manufacturing partners. Supervision of construction work both on-site and remotely to ensure project success. Problem-solving and proactive management of unforeseen issues during all project stages. Delivery of final projects within agreed deadlines.

Education

Interior Architecture Degree, Decorative Arts and Design at Technological Educational Institute of Athens, Greece
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2002
Executive MBA at UNIGE, Geneva, Switzerland
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Professional Services