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Mariam El Ghossein
INTERIOR ARCHITECT
DOHA,Qatar
It doesn't matter to create a new design, it’s about giving each space its need!
Mariam El Ghossein
Summary
Organized Interior Architect adept at multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. History of success in coordinating with vendors and managing construction teams to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements.
Certified Interior Designer offering 8-years history of designing innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and creative aesthetic design. Experienced design leader, skilled in submitting proposals, delivering client presentations and building key relationships to grow client base.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages
Work History
Top Evolution, Doha, Qatar
Architectural Design Manager
2022.07 - Current (11 months)
Job overview
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Icon training center, Doha, Qatar
Interior Design Instructor
2021.11 - Current (1 year & 7 months)
Job overview
- Presentation of lectures on interior design topics in accordance with the established academic curriculum.
- Teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
- Development of instructional plans to support course objectives.
- Projects drafting and grading of students’ assignments and classwork.
- Teaching design process in a studio-centered curriculum.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet international standards of interior design
I Print, Doha, Qatar
Project Manager
2021.11 - 2022.04 (5 months)
Job overview
- Developed cost estimates for planned projects to aid in costing and budget planning efforts.
- Conducted project site visits to meet with construction staff, evaluate progress and discuss operational issues.
- Prepared development plans for interior projects, iterating customer requests and applicable regulatory compliance needs.
- Identified and resolved technical issues and design conflicts to minimize project delays and maintain tight schedules.
- Worked with reputable customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Managed team of 20 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Arabic Decor Center, Doha, Qatar
Project Manager
2021.07 - 2021.10 (3 months)
Job overview
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development and construction document phases.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
Freelancer, Lebanon
Architectural Interior Designer
2016.07 - 2021.07 (5 years)
Job overview
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Programmed space requirements from schematic design to construction document phase and installation.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, wall hangings and accessories items.
- Carefully reviewed contractor submittals of finish materials.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and material boards for review and presentation.
Freelancer, Bekaa , Lebanon
Private Interior Design Course Teacher
2016.09 - 2021.05 (4 years & 8 months)
Job overview
- Giving private interior course training for interior design students.
- Identified students issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Helping students acknowledge that they need to undertake design project from concept to completion.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies .
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths.
Clear glass, bekaa, Lebanon
Interior Designer Coordinator
2017.01 - 2018.12 (1 year & 11 months)
Job overview
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Al Mortada furniture and wood, Bekaa, Lebanon
Interior Designer Coordinator
2016.12 - 2017.12 (1 year)
Job overview
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
- Facilitated requests regarding product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development and construction document phases.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Reaidy architecture studio, Beirut, Lebanon
Assistant Interior Designer
2016.06 - 2016.12 (6 months)
Job overview
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Prepared drawings, required documents and details to implement design concepts.
- Developed detailed design plans to display fixtures, furniture and lighting.
- Created professional presentations using Photoshop and Power Point to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
Education
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik , Lebanon
Master of Interior Architecture from Interior Architecture
2014.09 - 2016.06 (1 year & 9 months)
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik , Lebanon
Bachelor of Design And Applied Arts from Design And Applied Arts
2010.09 - 2014.06 (3 years & 9 months)
Deir Al Ahmar Official School , Lebanon
High School Diploma
2008.09 - 2009.07 (10 months)
Skills
Working drawings and procedures
Languages
French
Arabic
Availability
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Timeline
Architectural Design Manager
Top Evolution
2022.07 - Current (11 months)
Interior Design Instructor
Icon training center
2021.11 - Current (1 year & 7 months)
Project Manager
I Print
2021.11 - 2022.04 (5 months)
Project Manager
Arabic Decor Center
2021.07 - 2021.10 (3 months)
Interior Designer Coordinator
Clear glass
2017.01 - 2018.12 (1 year & 11 months)
Interior Designer Coordinator
Al Mortada furniture and wood
2016.12 - 2017.12 (1 year)
Private Interior Design Course Teacher
Freelancer
2016.09 - 2021.05 (4 years & 8 months)
Architectural Interior Designer
Freelancer
2016.07 - 2021.07 (5 years)
Assistant Interior Designer
Reaidy architecture studio
2016.06 - 2016.12 (6 months)
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
Master of Interior Architecture from Interior Architecture
2014.09 - 2016.06 (1 year & 9 months)
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
Bachelor of Design And Applied Arts from Design And Applied Arts
2010.09 - 2014.06 (3 years & 9 months)
Deir Al Ahmar Official School
High School Diploma
2008.09 - 2009.07 (10 months)