I am a passionate and detail-oriented Interior Design graduate with a strong foundation in space planning, 3D rendering, and sustainable design principles. I enjoy collaborating with architecture and furniture design teams to create innovative and practical design solutions that positively impact communities and enhance physical wellbeing. My background includes professional experience in both sales design and interior design roles, where I use tools like AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Revit to deliver high-quality visualizations and presentations. I am enthusiastic about contributing visionary and technical expertise to innovative design projects. My experience spans from conceptual development and client consultations to detailed technical drawings and scale modeling. I am committed to raising awareness for social causes, as demonstrated through my fundraising efforts and community-oriented project themes, while continuously expanding my software skills and keeping up-to-date with industry trends to deliver professional results.

Lyba Khwaja

I am a passionate and detail-oriented Interior Design graduate with a strong foundation in space planning, 3D rendering, and sustainable design principles. I enjoy collaborating with architecture and furniture design teams to create innovative and practical design solutions that positively impact communities and enhance physical wellbeing. My background includes professional experience in both sales design and interior design roles, where I use tools like AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Revit to deliver high-quality visualizations and presentations. I am enthusiastic about contributing visionary and technical expertise to innovative design projects. My experience spans from conceptual development and client consultations to detailed technical drawings and scale modeling. I am committed to raising awareness for social causes, as demonstrated through my fundraising efforts and community-oriented project themes, while continuously expanding my software skills and keeping up-to-date with industry trends to deliver professional results.

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I am a passionate and detail-oriented Interior Design graduate with a strong foundation in space planning, 3D rendering, and sustainable design principles. I enjoy collaborating with architecture and furniture design teams to create innovative and practical design solutions that positively impact communities and enhance physical wellbeing. My background includes professional experience in both sales design and interior design roles, where I use tools like AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Revit to deliver high-quality visualizations and presentations.

I am enthusiastic about contributing visionary and technical expertise to innovative design projects. My experience spans from conceptual development and client consultations to detailed technical drawings and scale modeling. I am committed to raising awareness for social causes, as demonstrated through my fundraising efforts and community-oriented project themes, while continuously expanding my software skills and keeping up-to-date with industry trends to deliver professional results.

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Work Experience

Kitchen and Bedroom Sales Designer at Wren Kitchens
May 20, 2025 - Present
Engaged with qualified customers to assess project scope involving renovations or extensions, gathered key information on kitchen style preferences, budget, delivery timelines, and installation requirements. Identified customer needs by discussing appliance choices, clarifying installation service. Led design appointments, created detailed 2D layouts, and presented designs using high-quality 3D renders and interactive virtual tours to help customers visualize their ideal kitchen. Secured deposits confirming customer satisfaction and facilitated project progression. Handled administrative duties including customer follow-ups providing end-to-end support ensuring a smooth and professional experience.
Interior Designer at Associated Architects
November 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated with the client to acquire space for mixed open and enclosed working areas, designed a partition incorporating twist, metal, and horizontal elements. Conducted in-depth research on metal materials evaluating their pros, cons, weight, durability, and sustainability. Developed various partition concepts and selected the final design after collaborative discussions. Produced scaled technical and junction details and created a 1:20 scale model to visualize and refine the design.
Interior Designer (Partition Project)
March 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated with architecture members to design a study space tailored to students' needs drawing expertise from various fields. Developed mood boards with color schemes, textures, and furniture selections to inform project vision. Integrated acoustic panelling to minimize noise and optimized space flow with distinct entry and exit points. Designed study pods offering privacy for individual students. Delegated tasks to team members based on strengths in research, sketching, and digital drawings with regular feedback provided upon completion of each phase.
Interior Designer (Study Area in University)
October 1, 2022 - Present
Planned the setup of a dessert parlour in a wedding hall ensuring fruits were attractively displayed. Provided excellent service to guests by addressing inquiries and fostering a positive, friendly atmosphere. Maintained a tidy environment, efficiently storing away stands after the event. Coordinated team to ensure smooth operations.
Setups / Server at Sweet Indulgence
August 31, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Provided excellent customer service by attending to inquiries and maintaining a friendly atmosphere. Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while ensuring attention to detail. Coordinated packaging and inventory tasks maintaining a well-organized and visually appealing workspace. Demonstrated creativity by arranging in-store displays to attract customer attention and boost sales. Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and meet daily targets. Dedicated five years fulfilling professional standards within the company.
Sales at Miss Millie’s Awesome Chicken
May 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Presenter at Anne Frank Exhibition
December 31, 2015 - August 28, 2025
Delivered informative presentations on the life of Anne Frank, highlighting her experiences and emotions. Presented to both primary and secondary school students providing valuable insights into the life of an individual affected by the Holocaust during World War II. Worked with a team sharing tasks to deliver accurate knowledge and teachings to the audience.
Participant at National Citizen Service (NCS) Wales
July 31, 2018 - August 28, 2025
Engaged in water activities and rock climbing, committed to refugee relief campaign raising awareness and funds to support individuals in need. Lived independently in accommodation developing essential life skills and personal growth. Managed point of sale operations ensuring accurate cash handling and smooth customer transactions. Coordinated packaging and inventory tasks maintaining organized and visually appealing workspace. Demonstrated creativity and collaboration enhancing workflow efficiency and meeting daily targets.
Kitchen and Bedroom Sales Designer at Wren Kitchens
January 1, 2025 - Present
Engaged with qualified customers to assess project scope including renovation or extension, understood kitchen style preferences, delivery timelines, budgets, and installation requirements. Identified customer needs through appliance choices and service options (installation or supply only), enabling accurate scheduling and tailored solutions. Scheduled and led design appointments, created detailed 2D kitchen layouts, presented designs using high-quality 3D renders and virtual tours to help customers visualize their ideal kitchen. Secured deposits at consultation end, confirming customer satisfaction and facilitating project progression. Managed administrative duties including customer follow-ups, providing end-to-end support through design and sales process to ensure smooth and professional experience.
Interior Designer (Associate) at Associated Architects
November 1, 2023 - Present
Worked with clients to acquire space for a mix of open and enclosed working areas. Designed a partition incorporating three key features: twist, metal, and horizontal elements. Conducted in-depth research on metal materials evaluating pros and cons in terms of weight, durability, and sustainability. Developed various partition concepts and, through collaborative discussions, selected the final design. Produced scaled technical and junction details. Created a 1:20 scale model of the partition to visualize and refine the design.
Interior Designer at Partition
March 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated with architecture team to design a study space tailored to students’ needs, drawing on expertise across various fields. Developed mood boards incorporating color schemes, textures, and furniture selections to inform the project vision. Integrated acoustic panelling to minimize noise and optimized space flow by creating distinct entry and exit points. Designed study pods to offer privacy for individual students. Created visual renders of the proposed space using Photoshop. Delegated tasks based on team members’ strengths in research, sketching, and digital drawings with regular feedback provided upon completion of each phase.
Interior Designer at Study area in University
October 1, 2022 - Present
Planned the setup of a dessert parlour in a wedding hall, ensuring fruits were attractively displayed. Provided excellent service to guests by addressing inquiries and fostering a positive, friendly atmosphere. Maintained a tidy environment, efficiently storing away stands after the event. Coordinated the team to ensure smooth operations.
Setup/Server at Sweet Indulgence
August 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Dedicated five years to the company fulfilling professional standards. Coordinated packing and inventory tasks maintaining a well-organized and visually appealing workspace. Demonstrated creativity by arranging in-store displays to attract customer attention and boost sales. Adapted to fast-paced environments managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Collaborated with team members enhancing workflow efficiency and meeting daily targets.
Sales at Miss Millie’s Awesome Chicken
May 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Presenter at Anne Frank Exhibition
January 1, 2015 - August 28, 2025
Delivered informative presentations on the life of Anne Frank, highlighting her experiences and emotions. Presented to both primary and secondary school students, providing valuable insights into the life of an individual affected by the Holocaust during World War II. Worked with a team, sharing tasks to deliver accurate knowledge and teachings to the audience.
National Citizen Service Participant at National Citizen Service (NCS) Wales
July 1, 2018 - August 28, 2025
Engaged in water activities and rock climbing as part of a residential program. Committed to a Refugee Relief campaign, raising awareness and funds to support individuals in need. Lived independently developing essential life skills and fostering personal growth. Managed point of sale operations ensuring accurate cash handling and smooth customer transactions.

Education

BSc (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design at Birmingham City University
September 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024
UAL Level 3 Creative Practice Art Design and Creative Media at Mathew Boulton College
September 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021
A-levels Graphic Design B, Religious Studies B, Sociology B at Hodge Hill Girls’ School
September 1, 2013 - July 31, 2018
Eleven GCSEs grade 5-7 including English and Maths at Hodge Hill Girls’ School
September 1, 2013 - July 31, 2018
GCSE at Hodge Hill Girls’ School
September 1, 2013 - July 1, 2018
A-levels at Mathew Boulton College
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2020
Level 3 Creative Practice Art Design and Creative Media - Distinction at UAL
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025
BSc (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design, Grade 2:1 at Birmingham City University
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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