Ziyao Zhang

All-round joinery designer with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and a strong commitment to long-term growth in the industry. Proficient in Mozaik, Revit, and AutoCAD, with the ability to rapidly adopt new software and workflows. With a background in architecture, I bring a strong understanding of spatial design, detailing, and buildability.

Currently working full-time in joinery design, I collaborate closely with cabinet makers, estimators, and installers to enhance constructability, streamline problem-solving, and ensure efficient project delivery.

Joinery Designer at M3 Kitchens & Joinery (2025-07 – Present)

Full-time joinery designer responsible for end-to-end design process, documentation, and collaboration across fabrication, production, and installation teams.

• Prepared detailed joinery drawings and coordinated documentation from concept through to final construction, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and alignment with design intent.
• Produced 3D joinery models and presentation-ready visualisations to support client decision-making and clearly communicate bespoke design outcomes.
• Collaborate with the fabrication team to explore and implement new construction methods and design solutions, improving build efficiency and design feasibility.
• Collaborate with production and installation teams to foresee and resolve design issues early, ensuring smooth fabrication and on-site execution.
• Drive the end-to-end design process with clients, providing guidance on layout, materials, finishes, and functional joinery solutions to ensure design intent, feasibility, and client satisfaction.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm product specifications, coordinate timely ordering, and maintain adequate inventory levels, ensuring accuracy in materials, preventing delays, and supporting seamless project delivery.

Freelance 3D Artist at Real Stone Projects & Joinery by Bears (2024-01 – Present)

Freelance 3D artist creating high-quality visualizations and furniture designs for marble slab product showcase.

• Designed over 50 stylized interior concept suites with high-quality 3D visualizations, showcasing the colour, texture, and design potential of our marble slab products.
• Collaborated with the lead designer to develop elegant furniture pieces—such as vanities and coffee tables—blending innovation with functional aesthetics.

Master of Architecture in Architecture – RMIT University (2022-02 – 2023-12)

Bachelor of Architectural Design in Architectural Design – The University of Queensland (2018-02 – 2021-12)