Interior designer and architect with 6+ years of experience mainly in hospitality and commercial spaces. I focus on concept, spatial quality, and materiality, with an interest in creating spaces that feel cohesive and intentional. My background includes work in urban design, lighting, furniture, and interiors, which shapes a broader way of thinking about design. I manage projects independently from concept to completion, and I’m confident working with clients and teams while maintaining a strong design direction throughout the process.…

ELIF YILMAZ

Interior designer and architect with 6+ years of experience mainly in hospitality and commercial spaces. I focus on concept, spatial quality, and materiality, with an interest in creating spaces that feel cohesive and intentional. My background includes work in urban design, lighting, furniture, and interiors, which shapes a broader way of thinking about design. I manage projects independently from concept to completion, and I’m confident working with clients and teams while maintaining a strong design direction throughout the process.…

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Interior designer and architect with 6+ years of experience mainly in hospitality and commercial spaces. I focus on concept, spatial quality, and materiality, with an interest in creating spaces that feel cohesive and intentional.

My background includes work in urban design, lighting, furniture, and interiors, which shapes a broader way of thinking about design. I manage projects independently from concept to completion, and I’m confident working with clients and teams while maintaining a strong design direction throughout the process.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Interior Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Leading hospitality and interior design projects from concept to site; developing layouts, moodboards, and material strategies; producing technical drawings and 3D visuals; preparing FFE lists and BOQs for budgeting and procurement; coordinating with contractors, suppliers, and clients; managing on-site decisions and design adaptations
Interior Designer at Vida Plena Hospitality Group
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Led interior design for hospitality projects including restaurants and residential concepts in close collaboration with the CEO; developed design concepts, layouts, and full material specifications; produced technical drawing packages for tender and execution; coordinated closely with contractors, suppliers, and project managers on site; managed multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines
Interior Designer at Famo Office Furniture
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Designed and delivered commercial interiors; contributed to large-scale international projects across Europe and the Middle East, working with multidisciplinary teams and diverse client profiles; developed layouts, technical drawings, and bespoke furniture solutions; coordinated between design, production, and clients; worked on workplace and commercial design projects
Architect at Vendo Office Furniture
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Assisted in office interior design and coordination; worked with a range of established European furniture brands, supporting selection and integration into projects
Architect at ONOFF Lighting Design & Consultancy
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Assisted in lighting design concepts for architectural and interior projects; supported layout development, fixture selection, and technical coordination

Education

MSc Architectural Design at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Erasmus Exchange Master of Architecture at Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Erasmus Exchange Master of Architecture at Eindhoven University of Technology (Netherlands)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Erasmus Exchange Internship at S.MEB Architecture & Urban Design (Portugal)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor of Architecture at Istanbul Kültür University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Arkitera Architecture Travelling Scholarship / Smart Cities
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026
Istanbul Design Biennial Workshop Participation
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment