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
2015.01 - 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
2011.04 - 2015.01
- 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
2009.02 - 2011.02
- 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
2008.01 - 2009.01
- 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
2005.07 - 2007.12
- 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
2003.04 - 2005.05
- 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
2001.01 - 2003.03
- 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
1999.01 - 2001.01
- 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 1994.09 - 1998.09
Skills
- Project Management and coordination
- Project budgeting
- Hand drawing
- AutoCAD 2D
- In Design
- Excel
- Photoshop
- Sketch Up
Previously also worked with:
Timeline
Founder
Maike Gruna Interiors Ltd
2015.01 - Current
Founding Partner
Millier LLP
2011.04 - 2015.01
Senior Interior Architect
Helen Green Design
2009.02 - 2011.02
Interior Designer
Trevor Lahiff Architects
2008.01 - 2009.01
Interior Architect and Designer
A T Cronin Architectural Design & Construction Ltd
2005.07 - 2007.12
Intermediate Interior Architect
Anoushka Hempel Design
2003.04 - 2005.05
Junior Interior Designer
MBCO
2001.01 - 2003.03
Interior Architectural Assistant
GWK Architects
1999.01 - 2001.01
Dipl. Ing. Innenarchitektur - German equivalent of M.S. Degree
University of Applied Science, Technology, Economics and Design in Wismar
1994.09 - 1998.09