Şebnem Sezgin, an innovative interior architect and environmental designer, blends advanced technology with artistic vision, drawing inspiration from nature to create sustainable and distinctive designs that redefine conventional aesthetics.

Şebnem Sezgin

Şebnem Sezgin, an innovative interior architect and environmental designer, blends advanced technology with artistic vision, drawing inspiration from nature to create sustainable and distinctive designs that redefine conventional aesthetics.

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Şebnem Sezgin, an innovative interior architect and environmental designer, blends advanced technology with artistic vision, drawing inspiration from nature to create sustainable and distinctive designs that redefine conventional aesthetics.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Community Member & Freelance Designer at ANKARA AKS
June 1, 2020 - October 1, 2022
Freelance design projects, concept development, and coordination with clients; focus on interior design and environmental design tasks.
Intern & Junior Interior Architect at DZINE Design and Consultancy
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Internship involving 3D visualization, rendering, concept and technical drawings, and client meetings for interior projects.
Intern & Junior Interior Architect at Hazeri Interior Design
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Furniture design drawings, production details, three-dimensional visualization, rendering, and client meetings.
Junior Interior Architect at STUDIO 26
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Private villa project: technical drawings, concept designs, 3D visualization, rendering, and client meetings; strategic design process management and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Interior Architect at NERGİZ DECORATION INC. / DAFADOOR
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Contributed to interior implementation of high-security diplomatic projects, including custom furniture production for US Embassy buildings; prepared detailed shop drawings and coordinated fabrication from design to on-site delivery; assessed and approved contractor submittals.
Interior Architect at ANIDRID Design
June 1, 2025 - Present
Preparing detailed specification documents covering materials, finishes, dimensions, and performance standards for hospitality and residential projects; developing 3D models and technical drawings; contributing to branding and product design; cross-border collaboration with Italy, India, and USA.
Executive Advisor (Project Development & Management) at Yoldaş Bio Architecture Studio
June 1, 2024 - Present
Project development and management; executive advisory on algae-based IoT and HCI interaction and architectural integration; research on sustainable and biodegradable materials; exploration of bio-architecture, adaptive environments, and sustainability practices; designing exhibition elements with spatial layouts, interactive displays, and lighting concepts tailored to client needs.
Freelance Designer at Ankara AKS
June 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Community member and freelance designer contributing to design projects and collaborations.
Junior Interior Architect at Studio 26
February 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Technical drawings and concept designs for private villa projects; 3D visualization, rendering, and client meetings.
Community Member & Freelance Designer at Ankara Arts
June 1, 2021 - May 31, 2023
Community member and freelance designer, engaged in freelance design tasks and collaborations with creative industries.
Intern & Junior Interior Architect at DZINEDesign & Consultancy
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Intern & Junior Interior Architect; hotel projects concept development, technical drawings, 3D visualization, and client meetings.
Interior Architect at Nergiz Decoration Inc. / Dafadoor
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Contributed to high-security diplomatic projects; produced furniture design details, shop drawings, 3D renderings; on-site construction coordination.
Interior Architect at Anidride Design
June 1, 2025 - Present
Preparing detailed specification documents; developing 3D models and technical drawings; contributing to branding and product design; cross-border collaboration with Italy, India, and USA.
Community Member & Freelance Designer at ANKARA AKS
June 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Contributed to community design projects and freelance work, supporting concept development and visual communication within a collaborative design environment.
Intern & Junior Interior Architect at DZINE Design and Consultancy
June 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Supported intern and junior interior architecture tasks, including concept development, drawings, 3D visualization, rendering, and client meetings.
Intern & Junior Interior Architect at AZER I Interior Design
November 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
Private house projects; construction site coordination; technical drawings for furniture design; manufacturing–production details; 3D visualization and client meetings.
Interior Architect at NERGIZ DECORATION INC. / DAFADOO R
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Contributed to high-value projects including private villas and other interiors; produced technical drawings and coordinated with fabrication teams.
Interior Architect at ANID RID E DESIGN
June 1, 2025 - Present
Preparing detailed specification documents; developing 3D models and technical drawings; supporting branding and product design; coordinating cross-border collaboration with Italy, India, and the USA.

Education

Executive Education: Architectural Imagination at Harvard University Graduate School of Design
February 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Bilkent University
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2019
High School Diploma at Izmir Bornova Anatolian High School
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015
Executive Education Certificate at Harvard University, Graduate School of Design
February 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Bilkent University
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Executive Education: Architectural Imagination (ENG) at Harvard University Graduate School of Design
February 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Izmir Bornova Anatolian High School
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2015
Bachelor's Degree in Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Bilkent University
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
High School Diploma at Izmir Bornova Anatolian High School
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026

Qualifications

Nature Inspired Sustainable Solutions Program
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Passive House Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Sustainable Architecture Certifications
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Passive House Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Nature-Inspired Sustainable Solutions Program
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Sustainability and Passive House Systems Program
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (ENG)
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2019
IELTS (C1/CILS) and B2 English Language Proficiency
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Italian Language Proficiency Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Nature Inspired Sustainable Solutions Program
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Sustainability & Passive House Program
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
IELTS English Language Proficiency
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
Italian Language Proficiency Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
AutoCAD
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
SketchUp
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
3D Visualization Training Program
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026

Industry Experience

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