Astrid Ashford Maben BSc, MA
Interior Designer
Munich , Germany

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Hi, I am Astrid an Interior Designer with 9+ years of International Experience in over 5 countries. My projects are Located in Dubai, India, Tanzania, Seychelles, Austria and Germany. I am known for creating one of a kind Interior & Concept Design Solutions and having fun while doing it. I Currently Live in Munich, contact me with exciting work opportunities and collaboration.

What do I do

Interior Design
I curate ambiences that dictate the functionality of the space, enhance the quality of lifestyle and are aestheically unique. All of this is accomplished with importance given to the Clients requirements.

3D Visualization
This is one of the most important aspects of Interior Design, it helps me tell Visual Stories of the space and share my vision of the possibilities of the space.
AutoCad, 3DS Max, Sketchup, V- Ray

Concept Design
Unique spaces that create one of a kind experience, require bespoke Concept Design for Interior spaces. It is the spine of the entire design process, it Represents the Design Narrative &, adds soul to a project.

Presentation Design
Presentation design is extremely important as it helps the clients and co-workers to engage and visualise ideas better. It helps create a better work flow leading to the success of the project.
Autodesk Sketchbook, Adobe Photoshop, Keynote, Powerpoint

Educational Qualification

Master of Interior Design
9/2011 – 6/ 2012
Florence Design Academy, Florence, Italy
A+ with Distinction

Bachelor of Interior Design & Decoration
07/2006 – 05/2009
Mangalore University, Karnataka, India
A+ with Distinction

Experience

Concept Designer
PROJECT Immobilien Wohnen AG, Nürnberg, Germany
12/2018 – 12/2020
Developed Concepts and Designed Interiors for an array of projects ranging from Residential, Retail, Commercial and Hospitality designs.Design developed and executed with mood boards, sketches, layouts, renders, product selection and sourcing.

Interior Designer and Consultant
Freelance
04/2014 – 12/2018
Custom designed interiors, remodelling and turnkey solutions. Preparing design package (2d presentation/ drawings on AutoCAD, sketches, renderings, perspectives, color and material board). Sourcing of furniture & furnishings.

Interior Designer
Bond Interiors, Sharjah, UAE
09/2012 – 08/2013
Created Interior Design proposals for high-end specialty retail stores and exclusive residential projects. Designs Developed and executed using mood boards, 3D visuals and design drawings to support design-build. Custom designed a variety of furniture pieces.

Interior Designer & Sales Consultant
Natuzzi, Dubai, UAE
07/2012 – 08/2012
Interfaced visual merchandising, created window display, assisted sales representative, maintaining showroom library and helped manage extensive soft furnishing and décor accessories line. Worked on consultation and design proposal for Jumeirah golf estates, designed and conceptualized boutique apartments and Luxury villas.

Junior Interior Designer
United Decoration Company, Dubai, UAE
03/2010 – 08/2010
Worked on over 75+ custom designed premium kitchen projects. Assisted Principal Architect and Senior Interior designer with furniture layouts and detail drawings for luxury villas. Assisted Senior Interior designer on a chain of fashion retail stores and concept stores.

Intern Interior Designer
National Engineering Bureau, Dubai, UAE
05/2008 – 06/2008
Worked closely with Principal Designer and Interior Designers on ongoing projects. Created material boards and mood boards for projects. Used photoshop to create layouts and rendering. Assisted with the planning and design for submission, proposals.