I am an interior designer with experience in high-end residential interiors, specialising in bespoke joinery, FF&E specification, and detail-driven design. My work focuses on creating spaces that balance materiality, craftsmanship, and a strong sense of place. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, suppliers, and trades to ensure design intent is carried through from concept to installation.

Esther Wangari

I am an interior designer with experience in high-end residential interiors, specialising in bespoke joinery, FF&E specification, and detail-driven design. My work focuses on creating spaces that balance materiality, craftsmanship, and a strong sense of place. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, suppliers, and trades to ensure design intent is carried through from concept to installation.

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I am an interior designer with experience in high-end residential interiors, specialising in bespoke joinery, FF&E specification, and detail-driven design. My work focuses on creating spaces that balance materiality, craftsmanship, and a strong sense of place.

I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, suppliers, and trades to ensure design intent is carried through from concept to installation.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Interior Designer at Project Hire
August 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Completely transforming the space to curate a luxury open kitchen and dining area within the client's budget. Creating 2 completely different designs that reflect the scope of the proposal. Demonstrating multitasking while creating beautiful renders.
Interior Designer
January 1, 2023 - Present
Currently delivering bespoke residential interiors, managing multiple live projects, overseeing timelines and cost control, coordinating with suppliers, contractors and installers through delivery and installation.
Interior Designer at Schmidt
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead designer for Schmidt's high-end residential interiors. Responsibilities include concept development, FF&E specification, and supplier coordination; producing technical drawings and high-quality 3D visualisations; and overseeing installation to preserve design intent. Collaborated with clients, suppliers and contractors to integrate bespoke joinery, refined kitchens, and built-in furniture into cohesive spaces. Notable projects included a ground-plan extension featuring a Dekton kitchen with copper veining, a seaside bedroom with bespoke furniture, and a Mumbles development with premium finishes and appliances, ensuring continuity of design across apartments.
Junior Interior Designer at Myers Touch
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Produced high-quality 3D visualisations and rendered imagery to support kitchen design proposals for luxury projects.

Education

Bachelor Of Art in Design at Falmouth University
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Diploma Art Design at Gower College
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019

Qualifications

Adobe Certified Professional: Photoshop
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026
Adobe Certified Professional: InDesign
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026
SketchUp Pro: Interior Design Detailing
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026

Industry Experience

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