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I'm Lavina Chhaproo, a design leader with over 10 years of experience delivering premium residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail interiors. I excel in design strategy, leading high-performance teams, and shaping large-scale projects from concept through execution to meet timelines, budgets, and global quality standards. I'm driven by creating meaningful, timeless design solutions and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. I'm seeking global leadership roles to scale design excellence, push innovative thinking, and deliver commercially successful spaces that enhance brand experiences.…I'm Lavina Chhaproo, a design leader with over 10 years of experience delivering premium residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail interiors. I excel in design strategy, leading high-performance teams, and shaping large-scale projects from concept through execution to meet timelines, budgets, and global quality standards. I'm driven by creating meaningful, timeless design solutions and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. I'm seeking global leadership roles to scale design excellence, push innovative thinking, and deliver commercially successful spaces that enhance brand experiences.

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I'm Lavina Chhaproo, a design leader with over 10 years of experience delivering premium residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail interiors. I excel in design strategy, leading high-performance teams, and shaping large-scale projects from concept through execution to meet timelines, budgets, and global quality standards. I'm driven by creating meaningful, timeless design solutions and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. I'm seeking global leadership roles to scale design excellence, push innovative thinking, and deliver commercially successful spaces that enhance brand experiences.…I'm Lavina Chhaproo, a design leader with over 10 years of experience delivering premium residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail interiors. I excel in design strategy, leading high-performance teams, and shaping large-scale projects from concept through execution to meet timelines, budgets, and global quality standards. I'm driven by creating meaningful, timeless design solutions and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. I'm seeking global leadership roles to scale design excellence, push innovative thinking, and deliver commercially successful spaces that enhance brand experiences.

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I’m Lavina Chhaproo, a design leader with over 10 years of experience delivering premium residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail interiors. I excel in design strategy, leading high-performance teams, and shaping large-scale projects from concept through execution to meet timelines, budgets, and global quality standards.

I’m driven by creating meaningful, timeless design solutions and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. I’m seeking global leadership roles to scale design excellence, push innovative thinking, and deliver commercially successful spaces that enhance brand experiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Hindi

Advanced

Marathi (Marāṭhī)

Advanced

Sindhi

Fluent

French

Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Design Manager (Interiors) at AJMERA REALTY & INFRA INDIA

February 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Headed the core interior design team for large-scale residential, commercial, and hospitality projects across Mumbai. Led end-to-end delivery from concept through execution, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks. Managed design strategy, consultant coordination, vendor sourcing, and procurement planning. Served as primary client interface, overseeing communications and approvals, with post-design support to ensure high client satisfaction. Supervised technical documentation, 3D visualization, working drawings, and site detailing using AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite. Spearheaded new sales office designs and experience centers to strengthen brand positioning. Introduced innovative materials, sustainable design practices, and emerging technologies to enhance project value. Conducted site audits, resolved execution challenges, and maintained design integrity. Built a collaborative team culture to improve productivity and delivery efficiency.

Design Manager & Team Lead at ARRIVAE

February 1, 2021 - November 1, 2023

Led regional design operations for Mumbai, managing Team Leads, Senior Designers, and Junior Designers. Directed design strategy for large-scale residential, retail, and experience centers (5,000–8,000 sq.ft). Coordinated with international consultants and stakeholders for projects. Developed design presets, modular design systems, and Plan-B layouts to accelerate time-to-market. Led quality audits at manufacturing facilities, ensuring product and finish excellence. Collaborated with developers, builders, and channel partners for show flats and model apartments. Played a strategic role in business development, client presentations, and proposal development. Streamlined internal workflows to increase lead conversions and customer satisfaction. Mentored and trained junior designers and interns, building a strong talent pipeline.

Senior Interior Designer at PARTHENON ARCHITECTS

December 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021

Led high-end residential, commercial, and hospitality projects from concept through execution. Managed client presentations, design development, budgeting, procurement, and site coordination. Supervised and mentored junior designers. Delivered landmark projects including Omega Store, Churchgate (1,500 sq.ft). Coordinated with international consultants and stakeholders for premium commercial projects.

Mid-Level Interior Designer at RITU NANDA DESIGNS

October 1, 2017 - December 1, 2019

Designed and executed luxury residential and commercial interiors. Developed detailed drawings, 3D models, and material boards. Independently handled client interactions, budgeting, and vendor coordination. Delivered multiple residential projects with high client satisfaction.

Junior Interior Designer at NaCl

October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2017

Worked on hospitality, retail, exhibition, and premium residential projects. Independently executed commercial retail stores, bakery outlets, and exhibition stalls. Supported large hospitality refurbishments including Deltin Suites, Goa.

Junior Interior Designer at ASHLEYS

May 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015

Assisted in luxury residential, retail, and commercial projects. Gained exposure to site coordination, budgeting, procurement, and execution workflows.

Design Intern at SWAPNIL MORE DESIGNS

April 1, 2014 - April 1, 2015

Supported senior designers in concept creation, drafting, site coordination, and presentations. Developed proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw.