I am an experienced Senior Interior Designer with over 30 years in the industry. I thrive on delivering a wide range of projects across multiple regions, from concept to completion, with a keen eye for detail and design principles.…

Joey Samera

I am an experienced Senior Interior Designer with over 30 years in the industry. I thrive on delivering a wide range of projects across multiple regions, from concept to completion, with a keen eye for detail and design principles.…

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I am an experienced Senior Interior Designer with over 30 years in the industry. I thrive on delivering a wide range of projects across multiple regions, from concept to completion, with a keen eye for detail and design principles.

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Work Experience

WA International Associate at WA International
January 1, 2000 - Present
Responsible for all aspects of design across large-scale, five-star hotels, luxury residential and commercial projects, and F&B outlets. Lead a team of interior and FF&E designers and a technical team; involved in conceptual design, space planning, and construction administration. Key projects and recognitions include Park Hyatt Zanzibar (Winner: Best Hotel, Africa 2015-2016) and Renaissance Hotel Downtown Dubai (Winner: Best Hotel, Middle East 2018).
Senior Designer at ICH Interiors – Al Habtoor Group
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000
Responsible for design solutions for the AL Habtoor Group Metropolitan Hotel chain including concept design, presentation drawings, working packages, tender documentation, and site supervision.
Architect at IDN – Interior Designers Network
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1996
Assisted the Senior Designer in developing concept design, preparing working drawings, and overseeing construction, including site supervision and meetings with clients and contractors.
Resident Architect / Interior Designer at Al Ghurair Mall Management
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1993
Designed and oversaw projects within the shopping mall; contributed to architectural and interior design tasks.
Architect at Shapes and Colours, Interior Designers Architect
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992
Assisted the Senior Designer in technical and design work by preparing presentation drawings, detailed drawings, and specification documentation.
Associate, Sr. Interior Designer at WA International, Dubai, UAE
June 1, 2020 - Present
Led end to end design for large, life-style luxury residential, commercial, and F&B projects, ensuring cohesive and high-quality interiors that enhance user experience.
Senior Interior Designer at ICH Interiors - Al Habtoor Group, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
Managed project design phases from concept to execution, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure design integrity.
Architect at IDN-Interior Designers Network, Abu Dhabi, UAE
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1996
Collaborated with senior designers to develop designs, prepare working drawings, and oversee construction activities.
Resident Architect at Al Ghurair Mall Management, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1993
Oversaw all architectural work for retail and F&B projects within the mall, ensuring compliance with company standards.
Architect at Shapes and Colours, Interior Designers, Dammam, KSA
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990
Assisted senior designers with working drawings and project presentation documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Technological Institute of the Philippines
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1988
Bachelor of Science at Technological Institute of The Philippines
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988

Qualifications

WES – World Education Services equivalency to Canadian degree
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
A NABIN – Germany equivalency
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Professional Services