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Hello Hiring Team, I’m Noel Adapon, a Senior Interior Designer with more than 20 years of international and KSA experience, delivering hospitality, healthcare, corporate, educational, and luxury residential projects. I have worked with top firms such as DAR Engineering, DesignPlus, Palafox Associates, Arabesque Gulf, and Nafees World, coordinating complex fit-out projects and leading teams through design development and construction administration. I value cultural context, client collaboration, and rigorous coordination with MEP, contractors, and suppliers to ensure spaces that are functional, aesthetically compelling, and contract-compliant.
I bring strong technical skills in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Adobe Photoshop, and basic Revit, plus a deep understanding of Saudi cultural context, contract administration, and project leadership. I’m excited to discuss how I can contribute to Qiddiya’s interior design management and help deliver exceptional environments across diverse sectors.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Interior Designer at DESIGNPLUS
August 17, 2015 - October 25, 2025Involved in planning, designing interior settings for corporate offices and banks, private luxury villas, restaurants, coffee shops, public libraries, medical clinics and hospitals. Coordinated with clients, contractors, suppliers and allied disciplines to ensure project success.
Senior Interior Designer at Nafees World
January 1, 2019 - November 5, 2025Senior Interior Designer for high‑profile and luxurious palaces and residences, including KAFD Residential Interiors, Wadi Safar & Salwa Restaurant, DGDA Heritage Projects, MBS Diwan, Riyadh Boulevard Restaurants, and VIP event venues.
ARAMCO Approved Professional Designer & Landscape QC at Alfanar
April 1, 2018 - November 5, 2025ARAMCO approved professional designer and landscape QC role handling interior and exterior landscaping for major projects at Khurais facilities, ensuring design integrity and compliance.
Senior Interior Designer at Alfanar (TQM / BENA)
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018TQM / BENA role focusing on quality management, design review, and coordination for ARAMCO and related projects in Riyadh.
Senior Interior Designer at DAR Engineering / Alfanar
April 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018Leading interior design documentation, monitoring, and coordination with MEP and allied disciplines. Projects include healthcare facilities in KSA and collaboration with HDR, HKS, Hill International & DWP.
Senior Interior Designer at DesignPlus - Al Raed Architecture Consult
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015Led the interior design and production team, conceptual research, space planning, FF&E, CAD documentation, client meetings, coordination with contractors and suppliers, and site supervision.
Interior Designer at Arabesque Gulf-AGID (Sonia Ashour)
December 31, 2007 - December 31, 2007Work on MOFA-related projects including Saudi Ambassador’s Residence, Embassy facilities, and luxury interiors.
Senior Interior Designer at Palafox Associates
December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001Conceptual research, space planning, FF&E, and leading a team on major projects in the Philippines (5‑star hotels and corporate offices).
Interior Design Renderer at Manny Samson + Associates
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2004Design and produce manual renderings of interiors for hotels and franchises; contribute to FF&E detailing and interior fit‑out documentation.
Draughtsman + Artwork Renderer at L.A Designs Associates
December 31, 1999 - December 31, 1999Manual drafting and rendering for residential, school, restaurant, and office renovation projects.
Freelance Designer at Self‑employed
December 31, 1998 - December 31, 1998Freelance design work including residential, office, and small commercial projects; built foundational design and project management skills.
AR/Professional Designer & Landscape QC at Alfanar TQM / BENA
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018ARAMCO-approved professional designer and landscape QC overseeing interior and exterior landscaping for Khurais RIC-AL CRUDE Expansion; coordination with MEP and allied disciplines.
Senior Interior Designer at DAR Engineering / Alfanar
April 30, 2018 - April 30, 2018Lead interior design in documentation, monitoring, client meetings, and coordination with MEP and other disciplines; engaged in healthcare, educational, and corporate projects, including collaboration with HDR, HKS, Hill International & DWP on hospital facilities.
Product-Furniture Designer at Trade Galore International Exports Inc.
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2004Designed and prototyped antique-inspired furniture for export; coordinated feasibility, practicality, and production.
Product Designer + Visual Merchandiser at Antiques As Accents Exports
December 31, 2000 - December 31, 2000Conceptual sketches, product design, and prototype production supervision for market-focused Venetian mirrors and export branding.
Draughtsman + Art-Work Renderer at L.A Designs Associates
December 31, 1999 - December 31, 1999Manual drafting and as-built documentation; visual rendering for residential, school, restaurant, and office renovation projects.
Freelance Designer at Freelance Designer & Painting Contractor
December 31, 1998 - December 31, 1998Independent design practice delivering projects across residential and small-scale commercial spaces.
Interior Design Instructor at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM)
December 31, 2009 - December 31, 2009Lecturer on Commercial Interiors for Junior interior architecture students; taught space analysis, materials, ergonomics, and site visitation to illustrate the interior design life cycle.
Education
BFA - Interior Design at University Of Santo Tomas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design at University Of Santo Tomas, España St. Sampaloc Manila, Philippines
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025Licensed Professional Interior Designer (PRC)
September 20, 2000 - October 25, 2025Licensed Professional Interior Designer
September 20, 2000 - November 5, 2025ARAMCO Approved Professional Designer & Landscape QC
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
Experience Level
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