Hi, I’m Vanessa Dias, a motivated interior architecture and design postgraduate with strong skills in SketchUp and 3D visualization. I enjoy developing concepts, spatial layouts, and design presentations that balance aesthetics and functionality. I was part of an award-winning group live project designing elements of ARUP’s Cardiff office, which demonstrated my creativity, teamwork, and ability to meet real-world client expectations. I’m eager to contribute to a design-driven practice through detailed modelling, research, and collaborative problem-solving. In addition to my design work, I’ve gained hands-on experience in fast-paced retail and care environments, strengthening my communication, organization, and time-management skills. I’m excited to bring a proactive, collaborative approach to a studio where I can grow as a professional and contribute to high-quality projects.

Vanessa Dias

Hi, I’m Vanessa Dias, a motivated interior architecture and design postgraduate with strong skills in SketchUp and 3D visualization. I enjoy developing concepts, spatial layouts, and design presentations that balance aesthetics and functionality. I was part of an award-winning group live project designing elements of ARUP’s Cardiff office, which demonstrated my creativity, teamwork, and ability to meet real-world client expectations. I’m eager to contribute to a design-driven practice through detailed modelling, research, and collaborative problem-solving. In addition to my design work, I’ve gained hands-on experience in fast-paced retail and care environments, strengthening my communication, organization, and time-management skills. I’m excited to bring a proactive, collaborative approach to a studio where I can grow as a professional and contribute to high-quality projects.

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Hi, I’m Vanessa Dias, a motivated interior architecture and design postgraduate with strong skills in SketchUp and 3D visualization. I enjoy developing concepts, spatial layouts, and design presentations that balance aesthetics and functionality. I was part of an award-winning group live project designing elements of ARUP’s Cardiff office, which demonstrated my creativity, teamwork, and ability to meet real-world client expectations. I’m eager to contribute to a design-driven practice through detailed modelling, research, and collaborative problem-solving.

In addition to my design work, I’ve gained hands-on experience in fast-paced retail and care environments, strengthening my communication, organization, and time-management skills. I’m excited to bring a proactive, collaborative approach to a studio where I can grow as a professional and contribute to high-quality projects.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Sales Associate at Essilor Luxottica, John Lewis Opticians
October 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Gained insights into eyewear brands, optics, fashion trends, and practical differences; developed store-management and stock-control skills.
Sales Associate at Essilor Luxottica, John Lewis Opticians, Cardiff
October 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Provided professional customer service in a busy optician; assisted clients with appointments, frame selection, and product enquiries; supported the optical team with administrative tasks and stock control using Excel.
Sales Associate at Essilor Luxottica, Sunglasses Hut (John Lewis)
September 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Provided professional customer service, assisted with appointments, frame selection, and product inquiries; supported optical team with administrative tasks.
Sales Associate at Essilor Luxottica, John Lewis
September 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Duties included researching brand history, gaining optics insights, monitoring fashion trends, and understanding practical differences in eyewear; developed store management and stock-control skills.
Sales Associate at Lovisa
December 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Regional champion during weekends, leading regional teams and assisting the store managers; focused on meeting daily goals and sales targets and improving operational efficiency.
Interior Designer at ARUP
December 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Designed ARUP Cardiff Bay office headquarters as part of a winning team; addressed sustainability and mental health considerations to create a home-like environment for post-COVID return-to-work.
Carer at 1 Call Care
March 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Cared for individuals facing daily task challenges due to medical reasons; developed effective communication, empathy, and time-management skills.
Carer at 1 Call Care (C.I.C)
March 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Assisted individuals with daily tasks, emphasizing effective communication, empathy, and time management.
Warehouse Worker at Urban Outfitters
July 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Manual rework, migration, and protection of items; maintained organization and aimed to pack a minimum of 100 units per hour; highlighted importance of time management.
Warehouse Worker at Mountain Warehouse
June 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Manual picking with scanners and packing; emphasized teamwork and organization.

Education

Bachelor of Art Interior Design at Cardiff Metropolitan University
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
at Birmingham City University
September 1, 2025 - May 5, 2026
Bachelor of Art Interior Design at Cardiff Metropolitan University
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
at Birmingham City University
September 1, 2025 - July 1, 2027

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Real Estate & Construction