Hi, I’m Nimshi Gunasekera, a graduate interior architecture student based in South Melbourne, VIC. I’m passionate about designing functional, immersive spaces and bringing ideas to life through spatial planning, CAD documentation, and 3D visualization. I value collaboration, clear communication, and a user-centered approach. Through internships and freelance work, I’ve learned to balance creativity with practicality to deliver thoughtful interiors on time and within budget.

Nimshi Gunasekera

Hi, I’m Nimshi Gunasekera, a graduate interior architecture student based in South Melbourne, VIC. I’m passionate about designing functional, immersive spaces and bringing ideas to life through spatial planning, CAD documentation, and 3D visualization. I value collaboration, clear communication, and a user-centered approach. Through internships and freelance work, I’ve learned to balance creativity with practicality to deliver thoughtful interiors on time and within budget.

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Hi, I’m Nimshi Gunasekera, a graduate interior architecture student based in South Melbourne, VIC. I’m passionate about designing functional, immersive spaces and bringing ideas to life through spatial planning, CAD documentation, and 3D visualization.

I value collaboration, clear communication, and a user-centered approach. Through internships and freelance work, I’ve learned to balance creativity with practicality to deliver thoughtful interiors on time and within budget.

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Work Experience

Freelance Interior Designer at Self-employed
November 1, 2025 - Present
Developed furniture and joinery documentation for residential and commercial interior projects; produced 3D renders and visual presentations; collaborated with clients to balance creativity and usability.
Interior Design Intern at NUMIC Collective
June 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Prepared detailed floor plans, layouts, and documentation packages; assisted with spatial planning and functional layout development; produced schedules and coordinated revisions; worked collaboratively within project timelines and adapted quickly to design feedback.
Interior Design Intern at Canvas Interior Design Studio
October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Produced presentation drawings and supported documentation preparation; coordinated with suppliers regarding specifications and feasibility; assisted with revisions to drawings based on client and team feedback.
Pharmacy Assistant at Richmond Pharmacy
February 1, 2023 - Present
Provided customer service, assisted with medication dispensing, and maintained an organized, clean environment; communicated with a diverse range of people with empathy and professionalism.
Study Buddy at Swinburne University
May 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Supported fellow students through clear communication, patience, and guidance; adapted learning strategies to suit different needs; built supportive relationships to encourage confidence and participation.
Interior Design Fellow at Co-Architect / Co-Academy
July 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Training in key professional practice skills; professional mentorship and peer learning.
Interior Design Intern at Proto Lab
June 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Translated conceptual designs into technical drawings for fabrication; developed detailed documentation for production workflows; collaborated with team processes under project deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Design (Interior Architecture) (Honours) at Swinburne University of Technology
February 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education