Milly Wahome

Interior Designer with a Diploma in Interior Design and experience in furniture design, product development, space planning and client engagement. Skilled in understanding project requirements, presenting design concepts, recommending suitable materials and finishes, and preparing quotations and technical drawings. A creative and organised communicator who works well with clients, suppliers and production teams to deliver practical, visually appealing solutions.

Eager to apply my design knowledge and interpersonal skills to personalised furnishing consultations, customer experience and sales support.

Chief Designer at Housemark Co. Ltd. (2025-05 – 2026-07)

• Designed custom furniture and product solutions.
• Developed creative concepts based on client and project requirements.
• Researched design trends, materials and manufacturing techniques.
• Prepared detailed 2D and 3D drawings using Archicad and SketchUp.
• Produced technical drawings, specifications and production documentation.
• Reviewed designs to ensure production accuracy, quality and manufacturability.
• Prepared project quotations and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Developed material, fabrication and production schedules.
• Assisted in project planning, budgeting and resource allocation.
• Presented design concepts to clients and management.
• Collaborated with production and sales teams throughout project execution.
• Revised designs based on client and management feedback.
• Prepared production wage schedules.
• Coordinated project documentation, payment follow-ups and administrative records.

Design Intern at Housemark Co. Ltd. (2024-01 – 2024-04)

• Produced detailed furniture drawings using Archicad and SketchUp.
• Developed exploded-view drawings for furniture assembly and production.
• Designed interior and exterior furniture layouts.
• Created realistic 3D visualisations and fly-through presentations for client projects.
• Assisted in developing creative design concepts based on client requirements.
• Prepared production documentation to guide fabrication.
• Worked closely with the production team to ensure design accuracy and manufacturability.
• Supported quality control by reviewing design specifications before fabrication.
• Participated in site visits for measurements, design verification and project follow-up.
• Assisted in preparing project quotations and cost estimates.
• Contributed to project planning and client support activities.

Diploma in Interior Design – Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts (BIFA), Nairobi (2022-05 – 2025-03)