I am Katarzyna Zalewska, a Senior Interior Designer and Project Lead based in Europe. I have 8+ years of professional experience and hold an MA in Interior Design. I specialise in end-to-end interior delivery, blending spatial strategy, technical coordination, and value-driven design across residential, hospitality-inspired, and investment-led projects. I lead projects from concept through on-site delivery, coordinate contractors and consultants, and integrate modern building systems like underfloor heating and heat pumps. I use visualisation as a strategic tool for decision-making and sales, align design decisions with budgets and ROI, and ensure quality control from production to installation.

Katarzyna Zalewska

I am Katarzyna Zalewska, a Senior Interior Designer and Project Lead based in Europe. I have 8+ years of professional experience and hold an MA in Interior Design. I specialise in end-to-end interior delivery, blending spatial strategy, technical coordination, and value-driven design across residential, hospitality-inspired, and investment-led projects. I lead projects from concept through on-site delivery, coordinate contractors and consultants, and integrate modern building systems like underfloor heating and heat pumps. I use visualisation as a strategic tool for decision-making and sales, align design decisions with budgets and ROI, and ensure quality control from production to installation.

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I am Katarzyna Zalewska, a Senior Interior Designer and Project Lead based in Europe. I have 8+ years of professional experience and hold an MA in Interior Design. I specialise in end-to-end interior delivery, blending spatial strategy, technical coordination, and value-driven design across residential, hospitality-inspired, and investment-led projects.

I lead projects from concept through on-site delivery, coordinate contractors and consultants, and integrate modern building systems like underfloor heating and heat pumps. I use visualisation as a strategic tool for decision-making and sales, align design decisions with budgets and ROI, and ensure quality control from production to installation.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

Polish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Director & Interior Designer at Kubito Ltd
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founded Kubito Ltd alongside partner Luis Vivas to offer full renovation and design services. Manage end-to-end interior projects: from concept to completion. Oversee property flipping investments in Poland, including full refurbishments. Coordinate logistics for importing furniture and materials from Poland. Lead design and implementation of custom interiors, including kitchens, wardrobes, and built-in furniture. Handle budgeting, client relations, and marketing strategies.
Independent Interior Designer at Self-employed / Independent
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Delivered numerous successful residential and commercial projects. Created 3D visualizations and technical drawings using KD Max, SketchUp, ArchiCAD, and V-Ray. Designed and supervised custom furniture installations tailored to each client’s needs. Collaborated with manufacturers and construction teams to ensure project quality and accuracy. Supported international clients with material sourcing and project coordination.
Senior Interior Designer / Project Lead at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Led full-scope interior projects from concept to on-site delivery across residential, investment, and developer-led schemes. Coordinated contractors and technical consultants, aligning design decisions with budget, timeline, and ROI objectives. Integrated modern building systems, including underfloor heating and heat pumps, and used visualisation as a strategic tool for decision-making and sales.
Interior Designer at Design Studio – Commercial & Residential Projects
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Prepared full design and technical documentation. Managed client communication and project coordination. Produced project costings and valuations. Developed visualisations for client approval and production. Coordinated deliveries and supervised furniture production. Conducted quality control across manufacturing and installation stages.

Education

Master’s Degree in Interior Design at University of Bournemouth
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
MA in Interior Design at Arts University Bournemouth, UK
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
BA in Graphic Design & Multimedia at Poland
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Retail