With over ten years of experience in Interior Design and Architecture, I have had the pleasure of working across diverse sectors including residential, F&B, retail, and offices. I specialize in taking projects from concept through to completion, ensuring every detail is carefully managed for seamless delivery. I enjoy collaborating with both high street chains and bespoke independent clients, providing tailored designs that meet their unique needs. As a freelancer, I offer a flexible skillset ranging from concept design and drawing packages to 3D renders and detailed statutory drawings. I pride myself on effective communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities, which help me juggle multiple projects and deliver results that exceed expectations.

Gemma Allen

With over ten years of experience in Interior Design and Architecture, I have had the pleasure of working across diverse sectors including residential, F&B, retail, and offices. I specialize in taking projects from concept through to completion, ensuring every detail is carefully managed for seamless delivery. I enjoy collaborating with both high street chains and bespoke independent clients, providing tailored designs that meet their unique needs. As a freelancer, I offer a flexible skillset ranging from concept design and drawing packages to 3D renders and detailed statutory drawings. I pride myself on effective communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities, which help me juggle multiple projects and deliver results that exceed expectations.

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With over ten years of experience in Interior Design and Architecture, I have had the pleasure of working across diverse sectors including residential, F&B, retail, and offices. I specialize in taking projects from concept through to completion, ensuring every detail is carefully managed for seamless delivery. I enjoy collaborating with both high street chains and bespoke independent clients, providing tailored designs that meet their unique needs.

As a freelancer, I offer a flexible skillset ranging from concept design and drawing packages to 3D renders and detailed statutory drawings. I pride myself on effective communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities, which help me juggle multiple projects and deliver results that exceed expectations.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Freelance Interior Designer at Various companies & individuals (Freelance)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Working remotely on a range of interior design projects including F&B projects for high street chains, retail project drawing packages, and providing drawing and 3D assistance for residential interior designers.
Senior Design Manager at Quadrant Design, Reading
January 31, 2019 - January 31, 2021
Managed multiple clients and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced interior design and architecture agency. Responsibilities included producing drawing packages for all project stages, client and team communication, concept design, project management, attending meetings, liaising with suppliers and contractors, site surveys, and managing a team. Focused primarily on hospitality and retail design sectors, working with high street and independent brands on store rollouts, new concept designs, and independent store designs through the full project life cycle.
Senior Designer at Quadrant Design, Reading
January 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025
Progressed from Junior Designer to Senior Designer, contributing to project concept development, drawing production, and client liaison. Worked primarily within hospitality and retail sectors supporting high street chains and boutiques with store design and rollout projects.
Junior Designer at Quadrant Design, Reading
July 31, 2014 - July 31, 2016
Started as a Junior Designer supporting design teams with drawing packages, site surveys, and project support. Gained experience in hospitality and retail sectors while working with a variety of high street and independent brands.

Education

BA (hons) at University of South Wales, Cardiff
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
BTEC Art & Design at Swindon College
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011

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Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods, Professional Services

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