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Vhinnee Eswar

Newcastle upon Tyne,UK

Summary

Vhinnee is a multifaceted designer with a rich portfolio across retail, hospitality, residential, and corporate sectors, bringing a unique and holistic perspective to each project. With hands-on experience in both design and construction, Vhinnee has developed design intelligence that combines creativity with practical problem-solving abilities.

In his role as BIM Manager at iSprout, as well as his tenure at Livspace, Homelane and other past companies, Vhinnee successfully led multidisciplinary teams, managed high volume budgets, and implemented Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows to boost project efficiency. His cross-sector experience enables him to approach projects with a 360-degree view, understanding and addressing each client’s unique vision while enhancing their brand identity.

Proficient in tools like Revit, Dynamo, Navisworks, and AutoCAD, Vhinnee consistently delivers design solutions that are innovative, functional, dynamic and aligned with the latest industry trends. His combination of Design intelligence and construction knowledge empowers him to produce transformative, high-impact spaces that balance beauty with operational efficiency, making him a valuable asset to any project.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work history

iSprout Coworking Spaces
Hyderabad, India

Design Manager
07.2023 - 05.2024

Job overview

  • Oversaw multiple project budgets of up to £15M, ensuring project completion from inception with detailed specifications and cost control
  • Managing design from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards.
  • Implemented automated workflows (Revit, Dynamo) that improved project efficiency by 15% and reduced errors by 50%, aligning with industry standards for BIM integration in design
  • Developed strong relationships with over 20 clients (Fortune 500 companies), facilitating clear communication and project alignment through stakeholder engagement and collaborative meetings
  • Mentored 15+ junior staff, fostering culture of continuous learning and professional development through workshops and training sessions
  • Liaised with clients, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and stakeholders to ensure design objectives aligned with project requirements
  • Analyzed future workspace design methodologies and integrated software automation to improve Sales-Design-Project team efficiency
  • Successfully led team of designers, ensuring that every designer thrived and each client received exceptional experience.

iSprout Coworking Spaces
Hyderabad, India

Design Lead
06.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Strong experience in managing multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants
  • Proven ability to monitor timelines, budgets, and mitigate risks
  • Led team of 8 architects and engineers, managing design and construction of commercial office spaces, consistently exceeding client expectations and delivering on time and within budget
  • Expertise in software tools, BIM, and understanding project budgets, timelines, and compliance regulations is increasingly important.
  • Created master template for inventory and vendor management, leading to significant cost reductions and operational improvements
  • Advanced proficiency in material take-offs from Revit and Dynamo scripts, optimizing project efficiency and reducing errors in design and construction phases
  • Effective leadership skills, capable of coordinating teams and clearly communicating complex design concepts with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Extensive experience in commercial fit-out projects and residential, focusing on delivering functional, aesthetically pleasing, and cost-effective design solutions

iSprout Coworking Spaces
Hyderabad, India

Design Co-ordinator
04.2022 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Ensured designs met regulatory requirements, including planning approvals, building regulations, and client-specific guidelines
  • Monitored project timelines, budgets, and risks, identifying and mitigating potential issues early in project lifecycle
  • Provided technical guidance and support throughout project lifecycle, collaborating with construction team to integrate design solutions
  • Conducted design reviews and led coordination meetings to ensure smooth project progression
  • Maintained highest quality levels by reviewing technical documentation and 3D computer models to consistently meet design intent.

Homelane
Hyderabad, India

Design Partner – Projects
07.2021 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Delivered undiluted customer experience at all stages of project and customer interface, ensuring satisfaction across all touchpoints.
  • Ensure every customer is approached, experiences design excellence, and is sold their dream home design.
  • Co-owned Design Partner Conversion metric with Sales Manager, contributing to showroom success.
  • Conceived unique branding elements for improved market presence.
  • Maintained concrete Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 9/10, demonstrating strong commitment to customer satisfaction and company's promise to clients.
  • Successfully hired, developed, and nurtured top talent, continuously coaching and mentoring internal team while reinforcing HomeLane’s values.
  • Instrumental in improvement of team performance, with achievements directly linked to efforts in mentoring and coaching.

Eliton India
Hyderabad, India

Interior designer
01.2021 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • Delivered multi-faceted interior design projects for private clients, property investors, developers, estate agents, and build-to-rent developers, ensuring high-quality results across diverse sectors.
  • Demonstrated exceptional verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic, effectively collaborating with clients and suppliers.
  • Created design presentations in line with industry standards, ensuring clear communication of concepts and design solutions.
  • Managed the entire furnishing project lifecycle, including quotations, space planning, FF&E procurement, documentation, and logistics coordination, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish.
  • Developed and maintained the budgeting and reporting system in Excel, ensuring financial accuracy and project alignment with client expectations.
  • Consistently met deadlines and performed well under pressure, ensuring timely delivery of projects while maintaining quality.

Livspace
Hyderabad, India

Interior Designer
04.2019 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Successfully owned and drove sales funnel, achieving consistent sales closure and contributing to company growth.
  • Delivered 50-60 successful Turnkey/Full Home Residential projects, demonstrating expertise in project management and design execution.
  • Ensured seamless and exceptional customer experience throughout project lifecycle, enhancing client satisfaction.
  • Utilized Livspace's product range to create impactful solutions that meet clients' needs and budget constraints
  • Excelled in conceptual design, technical design, modular design, and civil works, bringing innovative solutions to each project.
  • Created comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BoQ) for clients and coordinated effectively with both internal and external teams to ensure smooth project flow.
  • Proficiently utilized design tools such as AutoCAD, Sketchup, V-ray, PowerPoint to create detailed presentations and designs.

Revanth Infratech Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad, India

Jr. Interior Designer
05.2017 - 04.2019

Job overview

  • Assisted senior designers in developing concepts and plans for various projects
  • Created detailed 2D and 3D drawings and renderings using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other design software
  • Coordinated effectively with clients, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project execution
  • Supported project management tasks, including scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring timely project completion
  • Collaborated closely with customers to understand their needs and provided best design solutions, including quoting, detailed designing, and preparing production drawings for manufacturing.
  • Managed and prioritized multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and high-quality outcomes.

Education

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne

Master of Science from Construction Project Management with BIM
01.2024

University overview

Acharya Nagarjuna University College of Arch
Vijayawada

Bachelor's of Architecture And Planning from Built Environment
09.2014 - 04.2019

University overview

Skills

  • Conceptual/Schematic Design
  • Planning & Detail Drawings
  • RIBA Stages
  • Construction Drawings
  • Architectural & Interior Design
  • Project Management & Construction Management
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Budget Management & Client Relationship Management
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Knowledge of Building Codes & Zoning Regulations
  • Material Take-Offs & Cost Estimation
  • Design Presentation & CGI Visualization
  • Procurement & Design Coordination
  • Luxury Residential Architecture
  • Mixed-Use Commercial Projects
  • Technical Design & Drawings
  • Historical Urban Analysis
  • Bespoke Furniture Design & Product Design
  • Design Coordination & Regulatory Compliance
  • Concept Proposal & Project Delivery
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer-Focused designing

Projects in Newcastle

Projects in Newcastle

Retrofit Laboratories Assisted Reality Platform | Jan 2025 - Present | Newcastle  

Exploring assisted reality devices in construction project management to enhance digital workflows. Focus areas include virtual expert support, information sharing, AI integration, and interactivity. The project creates proof-of-concept solutions for integrating AI within assisted reality for M&S PLC's digitization strategy.

Outcomes:

  • Proof of concept for assisted reality devices in construction operations
  • Pathways for AI integration within assisted reality frameworks
  • Strategic recommendations for asset modeling and next steps in digital construction

Technical Skills:

Building Information Modeling (BIM), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Digital Twin Technology, Cloud Computing.


Bridging the Skills Gap in Construction | Sep 2024 - Present | Newcastle

Led the "Bridge the Gap" project in Newcastle to address the construction industry's skills gap by gathering and promoting stories from professionals to inspire new talent. Focused on research, content creation, and stakeholder collaboration.

Key Achievements:

  • Collected 100+ survey responses and curated 10+ stories from industry leaders
  • Established 5+ partnerships with educational institutions and NGOs
  • Engaged over 5000 people across digital platforms, achieving broad project visibility

Technical Skills:

Survey Design & Data Analysis,, Social Media Analytics, Project Governance, Stakeholder Relationship Management (SRM), Sustainability Reporting.


BIM Consultant & Digital Engineering – Integrated Project Delivery for CIS Building | Jul 2024 - Dec 2024 | Newcastle 

Project Overview: 

  • As part of my Integrated Building Information Modelling Project Delivery, I worked as a digital engineering and project management consultant, advising on the implementation of BIM and Virtual Reality (VR) solutions for the delivery of the Computer and Information Science (CIS) Building at Northumbria University.
  • The project focused on overcoming key challenges in project delivery through the strategic application of BIM and VR technologies.

Technical Skills:

BIM Coordination, ISO 19650, Virtual Reality (VR), Clash Detection:, Project Lifecycle Management, CDE


BIM Development for Renovation Project – Northumberland Street | Jan 2024 - Jun 2024 | Newcastle

  • Enhanced an incomplete BIM model for the renovation of a property on Northumberland Street, Newcastle, streamlining workflows for construction and facility management applications.
  • The project involved enhancing an incomplete BIM model for both construction and facility management (FM) applications.
  • I applied industry-leading BIM practices to streamline workflows and improve project delivery.

Technical Skills:

BIM Model Enhancement, 3D Modeling & Visualization, Facility Management Integration.

Licenses and Certifications

Licenses and Certifications

APM Student Member

CIOB Student Member 

CIAT Student Member 

Licenses Council of Architecture I Registered Indian Architect license

SYNCHRO 4D: Visual Scheduling, Issued Jan 2025

BIM Manager : Managing CAD Standards, Issued Oct 2024

Construction Management: Modular Construction Methods, Issues Oct 2024

Isprout Gem of the quarter Award

Personal Information

Personal Information
  • Hobbies: Photography, Model Building, Visiting Museums & Art Galleries, Sketching & Drawing
  • Date of birth: 02/07/97
  • Marital status: Unmarried
  • Willing to relocate as per the job requirement
  • Full time work allowed in The UK till February 2028

Timeline

Northumbria University
Master of Science from Construction Project Management with BIM
01.2024
Design Manager
iSprout Coworking Spaces
07.2023 - 05.2024
Design Lead
iSprout Coworking Spaces
06.2022 - 07.2023
Design Co-ordinator
iSprout Coworking Spaces
04.2022 - 06.2022
Design Partner – Projects
Homelane
07.2021 - 04.2022
Interior designer
Eliton India
01.2021 - 07.2021
Interior Designer
Livspace
04.2019 - 01.2021
Jr. Interior Designer
Revanth Infratech Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 04.2019
Acharya Nagarjuna University College of Arch
Bachelor's of Architecture And Planning from Built Environment
09.2014 - 04.2019
Vhinnee Eswar