Hi, I’m Sarah Elzaki, a Dublin-based interior designer with over 15 years of experience shaping warm, functional spaces for homes and businesses. I’m passionate about turning client goals into thoughtful concepts, blending color theory, space planning, and materials to create environments that feel both beautiful and practical. I thrive on collaborative design, meticulous project management, and delivering on time and within budget. I regularly source furniture and finishes from international markets to offer unique lifestyle concepts, and I’m dedicated to earning high client satisfaction and strong referrals through careful execution and clear communication.

Sarah Elzaki

Hi, I’m Sarah Elzaki, a Dublin-based interior designer with over 15 years of experience shaping warm, functional spaces for homes and businesses. I’m passionate about turning client goals into thoughtful concepts, blending color theory, space planning, and materials to create environments that feel both beautiful and practical. I thrive on collaborative design, meticulous project management, and delivering on time and within budget. I regularly source furniture and finishes from international markets to offer unique lifestyle concepts, and I’m dedicated to earning high client satisfaction and strong referrals through careful execution and clear communication.

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Hi, I’m Sarah Elzaki, a Dublin-based interior designer with over 15 years of experience shaping warm, functional spaces for homes and businesses. I’m passionate about turning client goals into thoughtful concepts, blending color theory, space planning, and materials to create environments that feel both beautiful and practical.

I thrive on collaborative design, meticulous project management, and delivering on time and within budget. I regularly source furniture and finishes from international markets to offer unique lifestyle concepts, and I’m dedicated to earning high client satisfaction and strong referrals through careful execution and clear communication.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Interior Designer at Private Business Consulting
April 1, 2012 - Present
Completed 50+ residential and commercial interior design projects with a 98% client satisfaction rate. Designed and redesigned spaces to meet clients' goals, achieving 95% client approval. Managed interior fit-out and build-out processes to prepare spaces for occupation, ensuring 95% on-time project delivery. Sourced materials, fabrics, paints, lighting, and flooring to create lifestyle concepts with a 20% cost reduction. Styled accessories (curtains, cushions, photo frames, mirrors, rugs, vases, wallpaper, artificial flowers & plants) to add a distinctive touch, contributing to a 15% increase in referrals. Planned space, ceilings, lighting, and flooring with 97% accuracy. Designed landscapes and outdoor furniture, increasing repeat business by 30%. Supervised construction and coordinated with contractors to implement plans, sustaining 95% on-time completion. Managed costs and timelines to meet budgets and deadlines, achieving a 92% success rate. Traveled to international markets to so
Project Coordinator at AlanDick Communication Solution Co. Ltd.
June 1, 2006 - April 1, 2012
Supported the Project Manager in day-to-day administration for 20+ projects, maintaining 95% on-time task completion. Coordinated and bid on new projects, preparing warranties and manuals with 98% accuracy. Monitored field work to ensure compliance with standards, procedures, and specifications at 95% compliance. Conducted quality control activities with 98% accuracy. Regularly updated reports, documents, and project photographs ensuring 100% data integrity. Managed project scheduling by prioritizing deadlines, achieving 90% on-time delivery. Supervised projects from start to delivery, achieving 92% client satisfaction. Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a productive environment and 90% employee retention. Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and reduce project delays by 20%.
CAD Operator at Engineering Consultancy Centre (Ministry of Interior)
March 1, 2003 - October 1, 2004
Synchronized and interpreted design drawings for 15+ projects, ensuring 100% alignment with project requirements. Liaised with staff and engineers to meet project objectives, achieving 95% objective achievement. Operated CAD software to draft and update 50+ project designs, increasing efficiency by 30%. Mentored junior CAD operators in proper drafting techniques, software usage, and company procedures, resulting in a 20% increase in team productivity. Smooth project transitions ensured by coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, and clients on CAD matters, maintaining a 95% on-time handover rate. Developed custom CAD tools that streamlined drafting processes, saving time and resources and increasing project throughput by 25%.

Education

BSc. in Interior Design at Omdurman Ahlia University, Khartoum, Sudan
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
BSc. in Interior Design at Omdurman Ahlia University, Khartoum, Sudan
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026

Qualifications

AutoCAD Certified
July 1, 2004 - February 9, 2026
3D Max Certified
April 1, 2005 - February 9, 2026
Disaster Management
April 1, 2004 - February 9, 2026
Computer License Certificate
October 1, 2003 - February 9, 2026
Landscape Design
May 1, 2013 - February 9, 2026
Human Resources Management
October 1, 2019 - February 9, 2026
Project Management Professional
March 1, 2018 - February 9, 2026
Diplomatic Studies & International Relations
October 1, 2017 - February 9, 2026
Project Management Professional
March 1, 2018 - April 16, 2026
Diplomatic Studies & International Relations
October 1, 2017 - April 16, 2026
Basic Knowledge in Diplomacy
July 1, 2017 - April 16, 2026
3D Max Certified
April 1, 2005 - April 16, 2026
AutoCAD Certified
July 1, 2004 - April 16, 2026
Disaster Management
April 1, 2004 - April 16, 2026
Computer License Certificate
October 1, 2003 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Other