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Maike Korsanos

London

Summary

Senior Interior Designer and Architect with a talent for transforming residential spaces into both functional and visually stunning environments. Led numerous high-profile projects, consistently enhancing client satisfaction through creative design solutions and efficient project management. Renowned for delivering projects punctually and within budget.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Founder

Maike Gruna Interiors Ltd
London
01.2015 - Current
  • Overall design concept, architectural and interior design for Villa boutique hotel in Greece.
  • Interior architecture and design for commercial spaces such as offices and restaurants.
  • Interior architecture and design for 8 bedroom Villa Kronberg, Germany.
  • Leading production of design development documents and comprehensive construction package.
  • Leading design process and advising on final specifications, finishes and FF&E specifications.
  • Project administration and Budgeting.
  • Liaising with contractors and on site implementation.

Founding Partner

Millier LLP
London
04.2011 - 01.2015
  • Interior architecture and design of private residences and apartments.
  • Developing interior design concept of 1920's seafront estate in Cap Ferrat with private beach and marina for Russian businessman.
  • Developing interior design concept of 1000 sqm luxury family home on the Bishops Avenue for Russian developer.
  • Liaising with developers, investors and private high-net-worth individuals, agents and design teams, consultants and suppliers.
  • Managing and delegating in-house designers and architects.
  • Leading production of CAD documentation, design presentations and CGI's.
  • Leading design process and advising on final specifications, finishes and FF&E specifications.
  • Budgeting, administration and management of practice.
  • Liaising with contractors and on site implementation.



Senior Interior Architect

Helen Green Design
London
02.2009 - 02.2011
  • Interior architecture and development of 6 bedroom luxury town house in Belgravia. Close working relationship with developer.
  • Implementation of Interior architecture scheme for 4 bedroom luxury penthouse in Lancelot Place, Knightsbridge.
  • Implementation of interior architecture scheme for 8 bedroom country estate at 'Yotes Court' in Kent.
  • Preparation of client presentation, Liasion with clients.
  • Project management of contractors and on site implementation.

Interior Designer

Trevor Lahiff Architects
London
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Implementation of interior design and FF & E specifications. Procurement and installation of three bedroom luxury penthouse in Belgrave Square.
  • Interior design procurement and installation for 6 bedroom oval country house (Arragon Mooar), at Isle of Man.

Interior Architect and Designer

A T Cronin Architectural Design & Construction Ltd
London
07.2005 - 12.2007


  • Design and refurbishment of 3 bedroom loft residence in Wapping.
  • Interior architecture of 6 bed town house in Holland Park.
  • Designed interior schemes and project managed FF & E specifications, procurement and installation at private members' Club 'Home House' extension project.

Intermediate Interior Architect

Anoushka Hempel Design
04.2003 - 05.2005
  • Design development of 2 bedroom apartment in Copenhagen.
  • Design development of Luxury super yacht for customer in Salzburg (27m length/ 3 decks).
  • Design development of Corporate identity design for ‘Malo' Clothing Retail Stores / Munich

Junior Interior Designer

MBCO
Munich, Germany
01.2001 - 03.2003
  • Designer and Project Manager for retail and exhibition projects.
  • Included design to completion, budget calculation, preparation of presentation and working drawings, 3D renderings, project scheduling, client and contractor meetings, selection of furniture and finishes.
  • Clients included Adidas, Gore Tex, Silhouette, Daniel Swarovski.

Interior Architectural Assistant

GWK Architects
NY, USA
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Projects: Manhattan residences and medical offices, New York Presbyterian Hospital.
  • Interior architecture design and development in cooperation with senior architects.
  • Developed presentation boards and selected furniture and finishes to effectively communicate design concepts to client.
  • Conducted site surveys to gather measurements and assess project feasibility.
  • Engaged in client meetings to present designs, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments.

Education

Dipl. Ing. Innenarchitektur - German equivalent of M.S. Degree

University of Applied Science, Technology, Economics and Design in Wismar
Wismar
09.1994 - 09.1998

Skills

  • Project Management and coordination
  • Project budgeting
  • Hand drawing
  • AutoCAD 2D
  • In Design
  • Excel

    • Previously also worked with:

  • Photoshop
  • Sketch Up

Timeline

Founder

Maike Gruna Interiors Ltd
01.2015 - Current

Founding Partner

Millier LLP
04.2011 - 01.2015

Senior Interior Architect

Helen Green Design
02.2009 - 02.2011

Interior Designer

Trevor Lahiff Architects
01.2008 - 01.2009

Interior Architect and Designer

A T Cronin Architectural Design & Construction Ltd
07.2005 - 12.2007

Intermediate Interior Architect

Anoushka Hempel Design
04.2003 - 05.2005

Junior Interior Designer

MBCO
01.2001 - 03.2003

Interior Architectural Assistant

GWK Architects
01.1999 - 01.2001

Dipl. Ing. Innenarchitektur - German equivalent of M.S. Degree

University of Applied Science, Technology, Economics and Design in Wismar
09.1994 - 09.1998

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