Lana Murad
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Knowledgeable in Interior Architecture with proven skills in project coordination and building design, with a history of success in new builds, restorations and special projects. Decisive in planning and executing designs from concept through final site closeout. Using exceptional design and rendering abilities with strategic organization skills to complete visually stunning interiors within strict timeframes and budgets.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Architectural Interior Designer
Buildings & Belongings Construction company LTD
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
08.2023 - Current
- Managed + designed project from initiation to completion; Azuma Salon & Spa (commercial).
- Managed + designed project from initiation to completion; Arabian Homes Sierra Village Club House (commercial).
- Managed + redesigned project from initiation to completion; Arabian Homes Sierra Village Townhouses and Apartments (residential restoration).
- Redesigned existing villa; Arabian Homes Sierra Village C4 House (residential restoration).
- Managed + designed villa; Private client (residential)
- Delivered technical, electrical and 3D drawings.
- FF&E.
- Consult in architectural + design needs.
- Creating budgeting schemes.
- Restoration + refurbishment
- Resolved residential construction issues.
Junior Interior Architect
Ola Abid Designs
Jeddah
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Supported with technical design.
- Created furniture and elevation plans with detailed specifications.
- Presented design proposals to clients with detailed sketches, colour boards and sample materials.
- Met with clients on site visits, and conducted site analysis and evaluations.
- Redesigned existing building structures to incorporate new features and structural elements.
- Conducted heavy background research on historic retail items and created cost analysis spreadsheet.
Interior design intern
Urban Palette Interiors
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Specified products and materials for projects.
- Client meeting notes/minutes.
- 3D renders.
- Established architectural vision and concepts in line with client needs.
- Negotiated with suppliers.
- Created, printed and modified digital drawings.
Freelance Interior Designer/Architect
Private Client
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Met with clients to determine décor needs and project scopes covering space planning, layout and color schemes.
- Created mood boards to aid early design and planning phases.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation, maintaining client input throughout.
- Met with contractors on site visits.
Education
BA in Interior Architecture - HE Interior Architecture
Inchbald School of Design
London September 2018 - 09.2022
Diploma in Interior Design - Interior Design
KLC School of Design
London09.2018
BA Interior Design - Interior Design
Dar Al Hekma University
Jeddah09.2015
High School Diploma -
Dar Jana International School
Jeddah05.2015
Skills
- Technical detail drawing; space planning, lighting plans, furniture layout
- Site coordination
- Conceptual design & mood boards
- AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Microsoft programs
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Vray
- Lumion
- EstiMac/PC
- Material sourcing
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Master or proficient
C2
Accomplishments
- History: Art, Architecture, Interior
- Organization
- DIY projects
- Culinary
- Reading
- Research on current events and latest news
- Event planning. Completed workshop held by Ghadeer Ashoor and Abdulaziz Alnoman: Weddings & Events Planning Workshop
Timeline
Architectural Interior Designer
Buildings & Belongings Construction company LTD
08.2023 - Current
Junior Interior Architect
Ola Abid Designs
02.2021 - 04.2021
Interior design intern
Urban Palette Interiors
10.2019 - 12.2019
Freelance Interior Designer/Architect
Private Client
04.2018 - 09.2019
BA in Interior Architecture - HE Interior Architecture
Inchbald School of Design
September 2018 - 09.2022
Diploma in Interior Design - Interior Design
KLC School of Design
BA Interior Design - Interior Design
Dar Al Hekma University
High School Diploma -
Dar Jana International School
Similar Profiles
Corey LippsCorey Lipps
Detailing/Production Scheduler at American Buildings Company a Nucor CompanyDetailing/Production Scheduler at American Buildings Company a Nucor Company
Ashraf ElattarAshraf Elattar
Site Project Engineer at Construction of BuildingsSite Project Engineer at Construction of Buildings
JITHIN K NAIRJITHIN K NAIR
Assistant Manager / Scaffolding at L&T Construction (Buildings & Factories)Assistant Manager / Scaffolding at L&T Construction (Buildings & Factories)
Yasir LiaquatYasir Liaquat
Senior FM Engineer at Olive Arabia Co LtdSenior FM Engineer at Olive Arabia Co Ltd
Feras KasteroFeras Kastero
Cashier at basic cafeCashier at basic cafe