I am a results-driven Technical Interior Designer with 4+ years of experience across India and the UAE, specializing in GFC documentation, authority approval drawings, fit-out coordination, and delivering high-end residential and commercial projects. Based in Dubai, I have hands-on UAE project experience across office, gym, school, and villa typologies. I excel at leading multidisciplinary teams, improving drawing accuracy, and ensuring seamless execution from concept to handover. I am an immediate joiner with a UAE visa.

Shefali Srivastava

I am a results-driven Technical Interior Designer with 4+ years of experience across India and the UAE, specializing in GFC documentation, authority approval drawings, fit-out coordination, and delivering high-end residential and commercial projects. Based in Dubai, I have hands-on UAE project experience across office, gym, school, and villa typologies. I excel at leading multidisciplinary teams, improving drawing accuracy, and ensuring seamless execution from concept to handover. I am an immediate joiner with a UAE visa.

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I am a results-driven Technical Interior Designer with 4+ years of experience across India and the UAE, specializing in GFC documentation, authority approval drawings, fit-out coordination, and delivering high-end residential and commercial projects.

Based in Dubai, I have hands-on UAE project experience across office, gym, school, and villa typologies. I excel at leading multidisciplinary teams, improving drawing accuracy, and ensuring seamless execution from concept to handover. I am an immediate joiner with a UAE visa.

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Work Experience

Technical Interior Designer at Fortezza Interiors
February 1, 2026 - Present
Prepared full GFC and technical drawing packages for multiple live projects including office, gym, school, and villa typologies. Managed Dubai Municipality authority approval submissions, ensuring compliance with UAE codes and regulations. Coordinated with contractors, consultants, and vendors to maintain design intent across all project stages. Produced detailed joinery drawings, false ceiling layouts, electrical & lighting plans, and as-built documentation. Reviewed shop drawings and material submittals, providing technical sign-off before site execution.
Lead Design Associate – Technical Designer at Livspace (Premium Interior Fit-Out)
February 1, 2024 - January 31, 2026
Led a cross-city team of 10 designers across 3 major cities, delivering a 30% improvement in drawing accuracy and project timelines. Reviewed and approved comprehensive GFC drawing sets for multiple premium residential projects simultaneously. Coordinated directly with execution teams, contractors, and vendors to resolve on-site technical issues and preserve design intent. Managed shop drawing reviews and material approvals for joinery and interior finishes. Ensured strict compliance with company QC standards and technical guidelines across all deliverables.
Design Associate – Technical Drawings at Livspace
March 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Produced complete GFC packages including floor plan layouts, elevations, sections, CNC joinery details, and electrical/lighting plans. Collaborated closely with project managers to resolve technical challenges during live execution phases. Bridged 3D design intent with site-ready technical drawings for seamless fit-out delivery.
Architectural Designer at RMDA – Raavish Malhotra Design Associates
July 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Drafted architectural working drawings for residential and commercial spaces including joinery details and interior elevations. Assisted in site coordination, client discussions, space planning, and full project documentation.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Architecture
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services