Karry Larkin

Commercial Interior Design Professional | LEED AP | Driving Sustainable Solutions for a Better Future

Design Director at Purple, Singapore (February 2019 - Present)

• Spearheaded the design department, ensuring consistent high-quality output and fostering its growth.
• Led comprehensive retail toolkit projects for various retail formats.
• Managed cross-functional teams across diverse regions, successfully executing projects while optimizing team performance.
• Oversaw end-to-end project management, including design, construction, and maintenance phases.
• Provided leadership to a dynamic team of designers, maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Efficiently managed multiple projects to ensure successful and timely completion.
• Integrated brand guideline assets seamlessly into retail design, ensuring alignment with brand identity and current trends.

• Oversaw all project phases from concept conception to completion.
• Efficiently managed multiple projects to ensure their successful and timely completion.
• Executed design concepts in 3D & 2D, creating compelling presentations for stakeholder approval.
• Contributed to the development of strategic store designs and guideline creation for the UK.
• Generated comprehensive project reports and delivered impactful presentations to key stakeholders.
• Managed design consultants and architects, ensuring design consistency.
• Provided expert guidance on design-related matters, including space planning and technical considerations.

First Class Bachelor’s Degree

BA (Hons) Interior Design (Commercial)

University of Huddersfield, UK 2007- 2011