MARYAN LOUKA
Mechanicsburg,PA
Summary
Creative, enthusiastic interior designer with 17 years of experience, sophisticated taste, and a unique design style. Problem-solver and creativity thinker, successful at listening to the needs of the client and collaborating on a creative vision. Design Consultant highly skilled at editing and organizing to implement and support business objectives, Expert in Home design and furnishing, Showroom Design, Wall beds design, Area utilizing, Custom made built-ins(Closets and Dressing rooms, Pantry designs, Landry room designed..etc)
Expert in turning ideas to realistic 3D visions. Innovative with expertise in providing creative and personalized interior spaces according to specifications, budget and functionality. Proven leader in preparing sleek proposals, delivering presentations and fostering interpersonal relationships with clients to build a strong and reputable practice. Proven leader in driving creative projects by working closely with teammates in a results-driven industry. Fluent Arabic & English speaker.
Dynamic Interior Designer with expertise in creating commercial displays for high-end clients. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success, and achieving positive results.
Fluent in Arabic and English.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Ethan Allen Global Inc.
Little Rock, AR
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Created detailed sketches and drawings to illustrate design concepts to clients.
- Presented 3D floor plans and elevations from computer-guided software and worked with clients to tailor plans to needs.
- Discussed financing options, pricing and current promotional offers.
- Trained extensively to build product knowledge and best understand company and client expectations.
- Established sales goals for department and tracked growth through software.
- Managed internet sales leads from first contact to completed sale, resolving customer issues quickly and efficiently.
- Educated customers on product and service offerings.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Mixed and matched Materials according to customer specifications.
- Drove substantial high-ticket sales of $100,000/$200,000 with excellent client relationships before and after sales.
- Expertly solved challenging space and area problems to meet customers' needs, expectations, and budgets.
- Fluent in English and Arabic, helped closing sales with different nationality clients which helped reaching the overall sales goal for the company branch.
Interior Designer
Transform Home
New York, NY
12.2015 - 06.2020
- Provided complimentary in-home consultations to prospective clients to gather ideas and promote design services.
- Successfully resolved complex technical design issues.
- Designed 3D perspective views and material boards for clients.
- Developed interior design concepts and prepared interior systems and finishes.
- Designed specialized projects, including Wall beds, Home offices, Commercial spaces, Pantries, Laundry rooms and Multi-Purpose Media units.
- Created professional presentations to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
- Created custom design boards with attention to detail for visual representation, including samples of fabrics, wall finishes and flooring.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations regarding selection of Finishes to suit their taste within their budget.
- Designed furniture, with light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.
- Researched concepts and followed industry trends to provide knowledgeable insight to clients.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to client.
- Implemented client needs from schematic design to construction document phase and installation.
- Assisted clients successfully by choosing furnishings consistent with preferences and budget.
- Maintained accurate specifications for each project.
- Reviewed project costs, budgets and adherence to schedules.
- Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
- Used 3D software to allow customers to clearly visualize completed projects, creating "wow effect."
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Produced AutoCAD layouts for construction clients, detailing wall heights, door locations, appliance placements and stairway builds.
- Presented floor plans and elevations from computer-guided software and worked with clients to tailor plans to needs.
- Trained extensively to build product knowledge and best understand company and client expectations.
- Established sales goals for department and tracked growth through software.
- Managed internet sales leads from first contact to completed sale, resolving customer issues quickly and efficiently.
- Educated customers on product and service offerings.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Mixed and matched Materials according to customer specifications.
- Drove substantial high-ticket sales of $100,000/$200,000 with excellent client relationships before and after sales.
- Expertly solved challenging space and area problems to meet customers' needs, expectations, and budgets.
- Fluent in English and Arabic
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Green Chicpea
Newark, NJ
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Provided complimentary in-home consultations to prospective clients to gather ideas and promote design services.
- Successfully resolved complex technical design issues.
- Designed 3D perspective views and material boards for clients.
- Trained staff, facilitated staff meetings and spearheaded menu development.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and increase efficiency.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
- Enforced staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
Owner
Alexandria, Egypt, Egypt
01.2011 - 06.2013
- Read others & link quickly time management -Designed the entire interior of more than 200 showrooms in the years of 2007 -2013 -Designed and managed the execution of the entire interior of " Elmaadawy " Showroom ,One of the biggest showrooms in Egypt.
- Designed and managed at least than 100 renovating projects.
- Headed Ceramica LaBeaute department where sales have increased at least 30% during the years of management the Product showroom with new marketing ideas.
- Owned and Directed a freelance business of designing "display units" for retail stores and showrooms.
- Simultaneously completed and met all deadlines for 12 large-scale successful projects.and international exhibitions.
- Designing and managed the execution for Display units to help marketing the Products of one of the biggest companies in sanitary ware " IDEAL STANDARD" ,designed all graphic designs needed as well.
Senior Interior Designer and Showroom Director
01.2010 - 06.2013
- La Beaute' - Cairo - Alexandria, Egypt Designed floor plans, elevations, and freehand perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to the client.
- Designed Managed the execution of not less than 200 Projects, Retail spaces, showrooms and exhibitions , office spaces and international events.
Education
Life Coach
Coaching
Online Course11-2024
Summer Program - Piano
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA07-2013
Master of Arts - Interior Design & Art
Alexandria University
Alexandria - Egypt09.2006
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Photography
- Graphic design
- 3D Space planning
- Graphic presentations
- Visual product development
- Creative ideas help with improvement
- Arts
- Fluent Arabic speaker
- AutoCAD
- Creative thinking
- Client care
- Interior Design consultation
- Product development
- International Exhibitions
- Freehand
- Freelance
- Graphic design
- Marketing
- Office Word/Power point
- Photography
- Presentations
- Problem-solving
- Expert in Sales
- Space planning
- Time management
- Vision
- Color and material application
- Product specifications
- Concept development
- Drafting
- Problem resolution
- Customer service
- Team building
- Relationship building
- 3D rendering software
- Zoning
- Customer focus
- Visual Effects Design
- Multitasking capacity
- Active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Self-motivation
- Expert in 3D floor planner
- Reading Arabic & English
- Strong cultural awareness
- Continuous learning mindset
- Subtitling experience
- Video remote interpreting
- Telephone interpreting
- Pianist
- Reading Arabic & English
Accomplishments
- Simultaneously completed and met all deadlines for Over 75 large-scale successful projects.
- Generated more than $780,000 in Sales year 2019
- Worked with different budget starting $3,000 to $200,000 with Happy and repeated clients at both budgets.
- Known for Patience, Problem Solver and challenging spaces transformer.
- Known for a great eye when it comes to material marriage, Colors and texture picking.
Websites
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Interests
Virtual home staging
Piano
3D Home design renders
Content creator in English
Content creator in Arabic
Life coaching
Client services
Helping others
Personal development
Continuous learning
AI learning
Interior design and furnishing
Built in design
Media creator and editor
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"People are two kinds, Artists & Others"
Maryan Louka
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionTimeline
Interior Designer
Ethan Allen Global Inc.
12.2020 - 05.2023
Interior Designer
Transform Home
12.2015 - 06.2020
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Green Chicpea
10.2013 - 12.2014
Owner
01.2011 - 06.2013
Senior Interior Designer and Showroom Director
01.2010 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Interior Design & Art
Alexandria University
Life Coach
Coaching
Summer Program - Piano
Berklee College of Music
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