Maureen Russell
East Midlands
Summary
Strategic Interior Design Manager with a track record of managing high-value projects and mentoring emerging talent. Implements innovative design strategies that transform spaces into welcoming homes, while ensuring compliance with budget and quality standards. Champions collaboration and proactive communication to realise project goals.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Design Manager
ARIA CARE
01.2023 - 12.2026
- Supported owners and executive team in realising creative vision and branding to reflect understated class.
- Contributed as key member of project and design team on multi-site refurbishment programme valued at over £30 million, adhering to time and budget constraints.
- Assisted in specifying and defining large, complex projects involving structural and conceptual changes.
- Created design manuals for premium lifestyle and classic schemes to foster calm, familiar, and welcoming homes for residents.
- Collaborated with external designer on initial concept designs for first two new builds.
- Facilitated all interior design requirements for 68 homes within capex and home budgets.
- Oversaw contractors, detailed design specifications, and FF&E schedules; ensured successful project completion within budget and timeline.
- Researched and sourced new products and trends to address stakeholder needs and operational challenges.
Interior Design Manager
HC-ONE LTD
02.2016 - 01.2023
- Finalist in the National Care Awards 2022 for Care Home Design of the Year.
- Supported design initiatives by collaborating with senior brand management team on new concept schemes for premier country manor and town house collections.
- Assisted in creating bespoke designs for 3 new builds, coordinating with architects, contractors, and project managers throughout development phases.
- Contributed to general refurbishments across company portfolio, managing projects valued at £65 million.
- Mentored new designers to enhance their skills and foster professional growth.
- Aided design and procurement teams in updating existing design manual to ensure cohesive, affordable, and calming environments in homes.
Interior Design Manager
BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LTD
10.2005 - 01.2016
- Supported divisional property team in managing portfolio of 49 sites across Midlands and North of England.
- Assisted in preparation of annual capital expenditure budget amounting to £1.5 million in 2015.
- Assisted client group focused on residential nursing for dementia and young-person neurodiversities including children's home.
- Supported twelve independent hospitals catering to neurodiverse patient groups.
- Assisted in enhancing patient accommodation through the creation of premium bedrooms.
- Collaborated with regional marketing managers to enhance property showcases and support income generation.
- Assisted in managing over 100 projects annually, ensuring timely completion.
- Provided guidance and expertise in presenting resident areas to uphold brand standards.
- Advised teams on best practices for CQC compliance in environmental settings.
- Provided support to enhance service delivery in various contexts.
- Assisted new designers in grasping company standards and practices.
Assessor
TOTEMIC LTD
01.1999 - 09.2005
Owner
BLOOMIN’ BALLOONS
11.1992 - 01.2005
Marketing Officer
DE VERE BELTON WOODS HOTEL
01.1997 - 12.1997
Marketing Executive
MILLS AND BOON
09.1987 - 02.1991
Marketing Assistant
TIME MAGAZINE
10.1984 - 09.1987
Education
City & Guilds Further Education Teaching Certificate -
Grantham College
BDMA Chartered Direct Marketing Diploma -
Kingston University
Chartered Institute of Marketing Certificate - Marketing
College for Distributive Trades
London3 A Levels; 9 O Levels -
La Sainte Union Convent Grammar School
BathSkills
- Creative vision and design innovation
- Visual communication and merchandising
- Interior styling and space planning
- Project management and budget oversight
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Marketing strategy and stakeholder engagement
- Conceptual design and trend analysis
- Creative thinking and strategic planning
Professional Development
- Person Centred Care for Dementia
- Design for Dementia
- Microsoft Office, AutoCad, Adobe
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
https:/uk.linkedin.com/in/maureen-russell
Hobbies and Interests
- Family, reading, travel, walking, swimming, tennis.
Timeline
Interior Design Manager
ARIA CARE
01.2023 - 12.2026
Interior Design Manager
HC-ONE LTD
02.2016 - 01.2023
Interior Design Manager
BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LTD
10.2005 - 01.2016
Assessor
TOTEMIC LTD
01.1999 - 09.2005
Marketing Officer
DE VERE BELTON WOODS HOTEL
01.1997 - 12.1997
Owner
BLOOMIN’ BALLOONS
11.1992 - 01.2005
Marketing Executive
MILLS AND BOON
09.1987 - 02.1991
Marketing Assistant
TIME MAGAZINE
10.1984 - 09.1987
City & Guilds Further Education Teaching Certificate -
Grantham College
BDMA Chartered Direct Marketing Diploma -
Kingston University
Chartered Institute of Marketing Certificate - Marketing
College for Distributive Trades
3 A Levels; 9 O Levels -
La Sainte Union Convent Grammar School