I am a designer with 9 years of expertise in textile and interior design, specializing in digital printmaking, interior styling, and design management. My creative journey spans across multiple projects, allowing me to merge artistry with functionality and create captivating spaces. Currently based in Edinburgh, I am excited to continue enhancing my skills in a dynamic environment. Throughout my career, I have honed my abilities in various design disciplines, from textile development to digital printing. With a strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction, I aim to deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. My proficiency in software tools, along with an eye for detail, enables me to translate concepts into beautiful realities.

Aima Mateen

I am a designer with 9 years of expertise in textile and interior design, specializing in digital printmaking, interior styling, and design management. My creative journey spans across multiple projects, allowing me to merge artistry with functionality and create captivating spaces. Currently based in Edinburgh, I am excited to continue enhancing my skills in a dynamic environment. Throughout my career, I have honed my abilities in various design disciplines, from textile development to digital printing. With a strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction, I aim to deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. My proficiency in software tools, along with an eye for detail, enables me to translate concepts into beautiful realities.

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I am a designer with 9 years of expertise in textile and interior design, specializing in digital printmaking, interior styling, and design management. My creative journey spans across multiple projects, allowing me to merge artistry with functionality and create captivating spaces. Currently based in Edinburgh, I am excited to continue enhancing my skills in a dynamic environment.

Throughout my career, I have honed my abilities in various design disciplines, from textile development to digital printing. With a strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction, I aim to deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. My proficiency in software tools, along with an eye for detail, enables me to translate concepts into beautiful realities.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Interior Designer & Textile/Fabrication Specialist at H-A Design Studio
July 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Worked on delivering detail-driven textile and interior design solutions, focusing on merging colour, pattern, and material expertise into beautifully executed spaces. Responsibilities included space planning, fabric selection, and overseeing quality control.
Assistant Manager at Nishat Linen
July 1, 2018 - September 1, 2022
Managed textile collections, overseeing designs and ensuring quality in alignment with market trends. Led visual merchandising efforts and contributed to brand identity through cohesive design strategies.
Textile Designer - Bed Linen at Sapphire
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018
Defined modern luxury through exceptional fabrics and innovative designs, collaborating with production teams to ensure design quality.
Textile Designer at ELAN
June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
Assisted in the styling and quality checks for textile products and contributed to the design development process with senior teams.
Freelance Print & Embroidery Designer at Threads & Motifs
June 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017
Developed original motifs and textile prints for seasonal collections. Worked independently on premium fabrics and ready-to-wear designs.

Education

Masters in Interior and Architecture Design at Heriot-Watt University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Executive Interior Design Certification at LUMS
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor in Textile Design at Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail