Iryna Portugalova

Interior Architect with 12+ years' experience delivering residential refurbishment and renovation projects across the UK and Europe. Experienced in spatial planning, technical documentation, and BIM-based project delivery, developing coordinated and buildable design solutions from concept design through to construction-stage information and site coordination. Strong background in ArchiCAD BIM modelling, bespoke joinery detailing, FF&E coordination, and contractor communication across private residential, developer-led, and high-end residential projects.

Interior Architect at Self-Employed (2024-09 – Present)

Delivering private residential refurbishment and renovation projects in the UK, combining interior architecture, BIM-based workflows, and construction-stage coordination, Hampshire

• Delivered residential renovation projects from concept design and spatial planning through to construction drawing packages
• Created ArchiCAD BIM models to support project technical documentation and communication with clients and contractors
• Produced plans, elevations, sections, schedules, and joinery detailing for residential interiors
• Developed practical and buildable interior solutions aligned with budgets, client requirements, and site conditions
• Managed material selections, finishes, and bespoke interior elements during design development
• Conducted site visits and liaised with contractors during construction stages
• Used BIMx to support project communication and drawing coordination

Midweight Interior Architect at O&A Design Ltd (2024-03 – 2024-08)

Worked within a London-based architecture and interior design studio delivering high-end private residential projects across the UK and France.

• Produced technical and presentation drawing packages in ArchiCAD in line with studio standards
• Contributed to design development for high-end residential interiors, including material coordination and bespoke detailing
• Prepared detailed joinery and interior architectural drawings for fabrication and construction purposes
• Collaborated with design, visualisation, and technical teams to maintain coordinated project information
• Assisted in preparation of production information packages for residential refurbishment projects
• Worked within BIM-based studio workflows supporting coordinated documentation and efficient project delivery

FF&E Designer (Contract) at Merx Group - Atlantis Residence (2020 – 2022-02)

Contract role within the developer's in-house team delivering a large-scale residential scheme.

• Coordinated FF&E design and specification for 125 business-class apartments within a 25-storey residential development
• Developed standardised FF&E solutions across multiple apartment types to support consistency and procurement efficiency
• Managed selection of furniture, lighting, textiles, finishes, decorative elements, and kitchen inventory
• Worked closely with suppliers, manufacturers, and in-house teams during production and implementation stages
• Contributed to development of repeatable interior solutions balancing design quality, budget, and operational requirements
• Managed materials, samples, and specification tracking throughout project stages

Interior Designer / Interior Architect at Self-Employed (2012 – 2020)

Delivered residential interior architecture and interior design projects from concept development through to implementation

• Designed and delivered residential interior projects including apartments, private houses, and small commercial spaces
• Produced construction drawings, layouts, plans, elevations, sections, specifications, and bespoke joinery documentation
• Developed cohesive interior concepts balancing spatial planning, materiality, functionality, and technical requirements
• Liaised directly with contractors, suppliers, and fabricators during implementation stages
• Conducted site visits and resolved on-site issues during construction works
• Prepared custom joinery and furniture drawings supporting fabrication and installation
• Adapted design solutions to budgets, technical requirements, and existing site conditions

Junior Interior Designer at Archigrad LLC (2010 – 2012)

• Assisted senior designers with residential interior projects and project documentation
• Supported preparation of layouts, drawings, and presentation materials
• Participated in material selection and supplier coordination

BIM workflows, model coordination, automation, schedules, BIMx – ArchiCAD Level Up Training (2024 – 2024)

Diploma in Professional Soft Furnishings & Curtain Making - Level 3 – National Design Academy (UK) (2024 – 2024)

BA (Hons) in Interior Design / RQF Level 6 equivalent – National Academy of Culture and Arts Management (Ukraine) (2008 – 2008)