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I am Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis, a Brazilian architect and interior designer with 10 years of experience leading high-end residential and commercial projects from concept through construction administration. Recently delivered construction documentation and FF&E specification packages to U.S. standards in remote collaboration with a Florida-based design studio. I founded an award-winning practice with 100+ completed projects, recognized by A’ Design Award, IDA, and LIV Hospitality Design Awards, and featured by MOOD Museum (Italy) and Casa e Jardim. After closing my Brazil-based practice in 2025 to focus on the U.S. market, I am seeking a Senior Interior Designer or Project Architect role with a U.S. firm.…I am Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis, a Brazilian architect and interior designer with 10 years of experience leading high-end residential and commercial projects from concept through construction administration. Recently delivered construction documentation and FF&E specification packages to U.S. standards in remote collaboration with a Florida-based design studio. I founded an award-winning practice with 100+ completed projects, recognized by A’ Design Award, IDA, and LIV Hospitality Design Awards, and featured by MOOD Museum (Italy) and Casa e Jardim. After closing my Brazil-based practice in 2025 to focus on the U.S. market, I am seeking a Senior Interior Designer or Project Architect role with a U.S. firm.

NATHÁLIA VILELA

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I am Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis, a Brazilian architect and interior designer with 10 years of experience leading high-end residential and commercial projects from concept through construction administration. Recently delivered construction documentation and FF&E specification packages to U.S. standards in remote collaboration with a Florida-based design studio. I founded an award-winning practice with 100+ completed projects, recognized by A’ Design Award, IDA, and LIV Hospitality Design Awards, and featured by MOOD Museum (Italy) and Casa e Jardim. After closing my Brazil-based practice in 2025 to focus on the U.S. market, I am seeking a Senior Interior Designer or Project Architect role with a U.S. firm.…I am Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis, a Brazilian architect and interior designer with 10 years of experience leading high-end residential and commercial projects from concept through construction administration. Recently delivered construction documentation and FF&E specification packages to U.S. standards in remote collaboration with a Florida-based design studio. I founded an award-winning practice with 100+ completed projects, recognized by A’ Design Award, IDA, and LIV Hospitality Design Awards, and featured by MOOD Museum (Italy) and Casa e Jardim. After closing my Brazil-based practice in 2025 to focus on the U.S. market, I am seeking a Senior Interior Designer or Project Architect role with a U.S. firm.

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I am Nathália Cristina de Souza Vilela Telis, a Brazilian architect and interior designer with 10 years of experience leading high-end residential and commercial projects from concept through construction administration. Recently delivered construction documentation and FF&E specification packages to U.S. standards in remote collaboration with a Florida-based design studio.

I founded an award-winning practice with 100+ completed projects, recognized by A’ Design Award, IDA, and LIV Hospitality Design Awards, and featured by MOOD Museum (Italy) and Casa e Jardim. After closing my Brazil-based practice in 2025 to focus on the U.S. market, I am seeking a Senior Interior Designer or Project Architect role with a U.S. firm.

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Senior Interior Designer (Remote Collaboration) at DAME Design House (Britany Stevenson)

June 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026

Collaborated on high-end residential and commercial interior projects for U.S.-based clients, delivering work to American construction and documentation standards. Produced full construction documentation packages: floor plans, RCPs, lighting plans, finish plans, elevations, and millwork details. Developed FF&E, plumbing, lighting, and millwork specification packages, ensuring coordination between design intent and field execution. Led design development on layouts, finishes, and material selection in partnership with the principal designer. Maintained technical precision and consistency across deliverables, supporting on-time project execution in a fully remote environment.

Principal Architect & Designer at Nathália Vilela Architecture and Interior Design

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025

Founded and led a design practice with 100+ completed residential, commercial, and hospitality projects across Brazil and international markets. Directed all phases from schematic design through construction administration: concept, technical documentation, 3D visualization, finish curation, FF&E specification, and on-site coordination. Specialized in custom millwork, sophisticated finish palettes, and detailed interior architecture for high-end clientele. Built international recognition through award-winning projects, jury participation, and publication across design platforms and yearbooks.

Project Architect at União Gonçalves Finishes & Furnishings

January 1, 2018 - Present

Licensed architect responsible for residential project development, technical documentation, and 3D visualization. Supervised and coordinated two junior architectural interns through project development. Curated custom interiors, finishes, and material specifications in partnership with clients.

Architectural Intern at União Gonçalves Finishes & Furnishings

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Supported the principal architect on residential project development, space planning, and presentation materials. Produced 3D visualizations for client meetings and assisted with construction material and finish selection.