SIMAL YESILTEPE

Residential Designer at David Collins Studio

Beaux-Arts design approach for Maybourne Residences on 5th Avenue, producing conceptual and detail designs, floor plans, 3D visualizations, and technical drawings that harmonize Beaux-Arts heritage with a fashion-forward interior language.

Hotel Design Lead at Emaar Properties / Dexter Moren Associates

Led conceptual and detail design for Creek Beach Hotel (Dubai) including communal areas, 99 rooms and 214 apartments. Coordinated design changes, produced technical drawings, and ensured harmony between concept and detail; updated hotel bar design to harmonize with the overall aesthetic while preserving the existing theme.

Conceptual Designer – Accessible Hotel Room (Competition) at Blue Badge Access Awards

Conceptual design for an inclusive hotel room featuring touch, voice, and light-activated controls to aid guests with visual or hearing impairments; included navigational cues, hoist systems, adjustable fixtures, and accessible layouts.

Residential Designer (Full Time) at ECHLIN

Led residential design projects from concept through delivery, coordinating technical drawings and ensuring harmony of detailing. Directed design changes with cross-disciplinary teams and produced material-conscious interiors that balance luxury with practicality.

Residential Designer (Full Time) at DAVID COLLINS STUDIO

Contributed to high-end residential interiors, developing concept and 3D visualisation, producing floor plans, elevations and detail drawings, and collaborating across teams to ensure design integrity.

Contract Designer at MORPHEUS & CO.

Worked on a 5-star hotel project, leading design development, coordinating with consultants, and delivering concept through to detail design packages for contract work.

Contract Designer at AVROKO

Contributed to Four Seasons Hotel project design, handling conceptual and detail design, 3D visualisation, and cross-team coordination to maintain a cohesive aesthetic.

Contract Designer at BLACKSHEEP

Developed Chivas Regal Distillery concept designs, integrating branding with interior concepts and delivering concept-level packages for client review.

Contract Designer at RUSSELL SAGE STUDIO

Led design for a Membership Club project, delivering concept and initial design development, coordinating with stakeholders to align brand and spatial strategy.

Industry Mentor at UNIVERSITY OF ARTS LONDON

Mentored postgraduate students, guiding their transition from education to industry through project reviews and industry insights.

Mentor at SOUTH ESSEX COLLEGE

Mentored Final Year BA Interior Design students, supporting project development and career-readiness activities.

Residential Designer at ECHLIN

Led technical drawings, coordinated changes, and guided the team to ensure design harmony. Updated bar location designs to align with the overall aesthetic; delivered weekly drawings and advanced from initial concept to detailed drawings over approximately eight months.

Hotel Designer at MORPHEUS & CO.

Contract 5-star hotel design; involved in concept development, detailing, and cross-disciplinary coordination to deliver refined interiors.

Contract Designer - Membership Club at RUSSELL SAGE STUDIO

Contract design for a membership club; led design development and coordination to ensure cohesion across spaces.

Hotel Design - Beaux-Arts / Four Seasons Project at AVROKO

Contract for Four Seasons Hotel design; conceptual and detailed design, 3D visualization, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.