Syed Abuparves

With over 4 years of experience as an Interior Designer, I have cultivated a skill set focused on creating cutting-edge design solutions that enhance the vitality of diverse environments. My expertise bridges the realms of interior design and urban design, contributing to a portfolio of international projects spanning countries such as India, Maldives, Oman, UAE, and Vanuatu. My areas of specialization within interior design encompass Residential, Public, Retail, Hospitality, Institutional, and Healthcare spaces, as well as FF&E design.

My unique background in interior, architecture, and urban design and planning equips me with the ability to tackle interior projects of all scales, informed by a holistic understanding of human spaces.

Legal Status

Holding a valid Biometric Residence Permit (BRP), I am authorized to reside and work full-time in the UK. (Valid till 2026)

Work Experience

2022 - 2023 // Assistant Designer // Seagull Studio, India.

• Project lead in shaping social interior spaces such as public housing, climate resilient shelters, and gender-based violence shelters spanning globally across India, Oman, and the Pacific Islands.
• Successfully managed a design team and office resources, expertly coordinating with consultants.
• Lead/support role in researching and developing design guidelines for international industrial estates and public housing.
• Project lead for design and execution of luxury residences

2021 // Intern Planner // Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority.

• Played a central role in on-site surveying and concept design development for multiple road junctions within an upcoming town redevelopment project in India.

2019 - 2020 // Design Manager // RSP Design Consultants, India.

• Led and managed multiple interior spaces for a large-scale luxury gated community apartment project.
• Assisted the team in concept planning and presentations for residential and commercial projects valued at over 20 million GBP.

2017 - 2019 Junior Architect & Interior Designer // RVDA Design Studio, India.

• Lead/Support role in the design and execution of residential, Institutional and hospitality projects from the concept stage to the final design execution including managing contractors on-site during project execution.
• Lead for architectural rendering on various residential and other projects for the firm, contributing to winning projects worth over 500,000 GBP.
• Managed the preparation of design concepts and presentations for successful project proposals, along with overseeing architectural and interior complex detailing for residential projects.

2016 // Architectural Intern // Arun Nalapat Architects, India.

• Extensive involvement in architectural detailing, including tasks like designing staircases, floorings, and more, for an ongoing High-rise apartment and healthcare institute.

2015 // Architectural Intern // Architecture RED, India.

• Played a multifaceted role, Involving physical model creation for a winning residential project competition. Contributed to design development and explored diverse design options for spaces, landscapes, and facades in ongoing high-rise apartment and Educational institution projects including Physical model making.

2020-2022 // M.Plan (Masters in Planning), Hindustan University, India.

2012-2017 // B.Arch (Architecture), Anna University, India.