I am an interior and architectural designer with a focus on high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial spaces. I have worked on projects across the UK, India, and Nigeria, delivering thoughtful concepts through to execution. I recently completed an MA in Interior Architecture at the University of Edinburgh to deepen my international expertise and I hold the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Neha Venkateswaran

I am an interior and architectural designer with a focus on high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial spaces. I have worked on projects across the UK, India, and Nigeria, delivering thoughtful concepts through to execution. I recently completed an MA in Interior Architecture at the University of Edinburgh to deepen my international expertise and I hold the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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I am an interior and architectural designer with a focus on high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial spaces. I have worked on projects across the UK, India, and Nigeria, delivering thoughtful concepts through to execution. I recently completed an MA in Interior Architecture at the University of Edinburgh to deepen my international expertise and I hold the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Tamil
Intermediate

Work Experience

Interior Designer at Studio Mercy
January 1, 2026 - Present
Concept development and design direction through creative brainstorming, mood boards, material palettes, and trend research. Managed multiple projects with ownership of FF&E sourcing, vendor and supplier research, sample coordination, procurement tracking, budget management, and materials library management. Prepared technical drawings, floor plans, elevations, and project documentation; maintained organized filing systems and project schedules. Provided on-site support during installations and styling, coordinating with artists, galleries, furniture makers, lighting suppliers, and contractors.
Interior Designer / Architectural Designer (Freelance) at Various Clients
December 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Managed design consultations, FF&E specifications, technical drawing packages and coordinated execution for high-end residential projects across UK, Nigeria and India. Specialized in luxury interiors with a focus on villas, kitchen and bathroom design. Contracted on residential and hospitality design projects with leading design firms in India and Nigeria.
Interior Designer & Architectural Assistant at FMA Architects
November 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Produced design presentations, technical drawings, FF&E sourcing and installation packages; coordinated with suppliers and contractors; provided on-site supervision and assisted with overall project management.
Interior Designer & Junior Architect at FMDS Studio
February 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Led the design and management of high-end residential projects from concept to delivery, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and vendors; projects later published in Architecture Digest. Initiated training of interns on SketchUp and Enscape to increase efficiency and encourage studio collaboration.
Interior Designer at White Ant Studio
March 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Interior Architect & Designer at Studio Aasary
August 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Freelance Interior & Architectural Designer at Various Clients, Remote
December 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Managed design consultations, FF&E specification, technical drawing packages, and coordinated execution for over 10 high-end residential clients independently, coordinating with stakeholders efficiently. Specialized in luxury interiors with focus on villas, kitchen and bathroom design. Contracted on residential and hospitality design projects with leading design firms in India and Nigeria, with projects published on design platforms.
Interior Designer & Junior Architect at FM DS Studio
February 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Prepared tender documents, reports, presentations, and proposals for 9 clients simultaneously. Supported 2 teams of 5 Senior Designers on major landmark projects, including the National Theatre interior renovation, the country's first futuristic bank, and an 80-hectare urban design project. Initiated training of interns on SketchUp and Enscape, increasing efficiency and encouraging studio collaboration.

Education

MA in Interior Architecture & Spatial Design at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at Anna University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
MA in Interior Architecture & Spatial Design at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) at Anna University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other, Media & Entertainment, Education