I am Milena Arsic, a Lead Designer and FF&E Specialist with international experience shaping luxury residential projects in Serbia, the UAE, and the USA. I lead design direction, curate finishes and furniture, and manage vendor coordination to ensure cohesive aesthetics, budget alignment, and timely delivery. I also founded Studio 222 to pursue independent architecture and design work across markets. I thrive in collaborative teams and enjoy blending design polish with storytelling—building brands, creating impactful presentations, and delivering compelling visuals. My hands-on approach spans drafting, 3D modeling, FF&E sourcing, and project coordination, always with a focus on crafting environments that balance beauty, function, and client goals.…

Milena Arsic

I am Milena Arsic, a Lead Designer and FF&E Specialist with international experience shaping luxury residential projects in Serbia, the UAE, and the USA. I lead design direction, curate finishes and furniture, and manage vendor coordination to ensure cohesive aesthetics, budget alignment, and timely delivery. I also founded Studio 222 to pursue independent architecture and design work across markets. I thrive in collaborative teams and enjoy blending design polish with storytelling—building brands, creating impactful presentations, and delivering compelling visuals. My hands-on approach spans drafting, 3D modeling, FF&E sourcing, and project coordination, always with a focus on crafting environments that balance beauty, function, and client goals.…

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I am Milena Arsic, a Lead Designer and FF&E Specialist with international experience shaping luxury residential projects in Serbia, the UAE, and the USA. I lead design direction, curate finishes and furniture, and manage vendor coordination to ensure cohesive aesthetics, budget alignment, and timely delivery. I also founded Studio 222 to pursue independent architecture and design work across markets.

I thrive in collaborative teams and enjoy blending design polish with storytelling—building brands, creating impactful presentations, and delivering compelling visuals. My hands-on approach spans drafting, 3D modeling, FF&E sourcing, and project coordination, always with a focus on crafting environments that balance beauty, function, and client goals.

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Experience Level

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Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Serbian
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Lead Designer/FF&E Specialist at Nikki Bisiker Interior Design
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led design direction for high-end residential projects, oversaw FF&E, sourced and curated finishes, furniture and accessories, developed custom designs, and managed vendor coordination. Guided design team to ensure cohesive aesthetics, budget alignment, and timely project delivery.
Lead Designer at Fine Designs
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Developed residential design projects from concept to client approval, including creative direction, design proposals and client presentations.
Creative Director at One Accord
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Focused on brand storytelling through video editing, graphic design, and development of company presentations and visual identity.
Senior Architect at koprivica + associates
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Oversaw junior architects while collaborating on the design of luxury residential and commercial projects.
Founder and Principal Designer at studio 222
January 1, 2022 - Present
Founded independent architecture and design studio.
Lead Designer/FF&E Specialist at Ariana Designs and Architecture
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Leading the full design process and overseeing design execution, managing team workflows, coordination with engineers and vendors, scheduling, budgeting, and procurement.
Lead Designer at Ariana Designs and Architecure
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Led full design process and overseeing design execution, managing team workflows, coordination with engineers and vendors, scheduling, budgeting, and procurement.
Junior Architect at EXTENT Studio
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Responsible for visual presentation, drafting concepts and construction documentation, branding, 3D design, and coordination with engineers.
Architectural Intern at Musstir
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Assisted with urban planning and on-going development projects.
Architectural Intern at MITarh Studio
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Early exposure to urban planning and residential design.

Education

Master of Science in Architecture at University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Science in Architecture at University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Applied Science in Multimedia Technologies at Higher Technical Professional School, Zvecan
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Master of Science in Architecture at University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Science in Architecture at University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Applied Science in Multimedia Technologies at Higher Technical Professional School, Zvecan
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

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