I have over 10 years of multidisciplinary design experience within the Interior Industry, covering technical space planning to BIM level 2 standards, UK regulations, KBB joinery design, room design schemes, estimating, project management, and graphic design. Raised in the public house industry, I've developed a strong work ethic, excellent people skills, and real-life hospitality experience. Creativity and challenges inspire me. I combine my diverse skills to offer practical and affordable interior services to the public, and I continuously build strong client networks through both previous roles and collaborative projects. I am enthusiastic about bespoke joinery, kitchen and wardrobe designs, sales material creation, marketing, and operations development.

Kate Thomas

I have over 10 years of multidisciplinary design experience within the Interior Industry, covering technical space planning to BIM level 2 standards, UK regulations, KBB joinery design, room design schemes, estimating, project management, and graphic design. Raised in the public house industry, I've developed a strong work ethic, excellent people skills, and real-life hospitality experience. Creativity and challenges inspire me. I combine my diverse skills to offer practical and affordable interior services to the public, and I continuously build strong client networks through both previous roles and collaborative projects. I am enthusiastic about bespoke joinery, kitchen and wardrobe designs, sales material creation, marketing, and operations development.

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I have over 10 years of multidisciplinary design experience within the Interior Industry, covering technical space planning to BIM level 2 standards, UK regulations, KBB joinery design, room design schemes, estimating, project management, and graphic design. Raised in the public house industry, I’ve developed a strong work ethic, excellent people skills, and real-life hospitality experience. Creativity and challenges inspire me.

I combine my diverse skills to offer practical and affordable interior services to the public, and I continuously build strong client networks through both previous roles and collaborative projects. I am enthusiastic about bespoke joinery, kitchen and wardrobe designs, sales material creation, marketing, and operations development.

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Work Experience

Freelance Senior Contracts KBB Designer/BDM at thinK KT design
September 1, 2021 - Present
Providing bespoke joinery services, kitchen and wardrobe designs, sourcing, pricing, and operations development with a focus on client collaboration and upgrading showroom experiences. Responsibilities include lead chasing, dressing spaces for photography, and using SMART systems. Worked on high-end retail and residential projects.
KBB Sales Designer & Operations at Quest Joinery Ltd
May 1, 2023 - August 6, 2025
Managed pricing and design for volume kitchen and bedroom developments, liaised with suppliers and clients, and launched new kitchen design services with sole estimating responsibilities. Gained skills in M1 System, Barbour ABI, Pipedrive, and Asana.
Architectural CAD Tech & BIM Manager at Thames Valley Police
October 1, 2019 - August 6, 2025
Maintained estate drawings library, space planning, prepared planning and tender drawings, asbestos management, and conducted site security surveys. Introduced CAD systems, BIM processes, and standards, and completed CPNI Designing for Security course. Enhanced technical knowledge in BIM level 2 and project management.
Marketing & Creative Assistant at Morleys Of Bicester
May 1, 2021 - August 6, 2025
Handled educational space planning, catalogue and email design, proofing, events planning, supplier liaison, customer data handling, and product photography. Introduced 3D visualizations and rendering techniques to the company. Utilized marketing tools such as SAP and Adobe Bridge.
Estimator - Head of Design (Acting) at Whiteleaf Furniture Ltd.
October 1, 2019 - August 6, 2025
Responsible for kitchen and bedroom design, space planning, pricing and estimating, sourcing, tender submissions, showroom design, project management, social media content creation, and kitchen brochure development. Managed team allocation and supported design team operations and marketing activities.
Volunteer - Junior Interior Architect at The Space Studio, Birmingham
February 28, 2014 - August 6, 2025
Supported space planning, 3D visualisations, sourcing sample boards, specifications, and schedules on various projects including home conversions, offices, and commercial developments, gaining industry experience and client interaction skills.

Education

BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Design with Marketing at University of Hertfordshire
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
BTEC ND Graphic Design at Amersham & Wycombe College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
BTEC Level 3 Construction Technologies at Thames Valley Police (TVP)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Certificate in BIM (RICS)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
BTEC Level 3 Construction Technologies
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Prince 2 Advanced
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Education, Government, Professional Services