Interior Designer CV Example
For an interior designer, a portfolio is as decisive as the CV. Employers and studio owners look for the project types you have worked on (residential, commercial, hotel, retail), the software you use and your aesthetic. Keep it one page, ATS-friendly and free of a photo or personal details.
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Sophie Harris
Interior Designer (Residential & Commercial)
London, UK
Summary
5 years of residential and commercial interior design experience. I managed projects end to end, from concept development to on-site delivery. Skilled in technical drawing and 3D visualisation with AutoCAD, SketchUp and Lumion. Deadline-focused, strong in client communication.
Experience
Interior Designer · Forma Design Studio
Feb 2022 – Present- ›Managed 12 residential and 5 commercial projects from concept to on-site delivery; all projects delivered within the contract period.
- ›Met quality targets in material and supplier selection without exceeding the client budget by more than 10%.
- ›Standardised the 3D visualisation presentation process, cutting client revision requests by 30%.
Junior Interior Designer · Design Studio
Jul 2019 – Jan 2022- ›Produced technical drawings (AutoCAD) and 3D visualisations (SketchUp) for residential projects.
- ›Took an active role in material research, supplier quotes and site follow-up.
Skills
Education
BA (Hons) Interior Design · University of the Arts London (2015 – 2019)
What to Highlight in a Interior Designer CV
- ✓Put your portfolio link (Behance, personal site) at the very top of your CV — visuals speak louder than descriptions.
- ✓State the project type and scale: "5 commercial spaces", "250 m² residential".
- ✓List the software you use clearly (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Lumion, 3ds Max).
- ✓Show your budget management and process discipline with concrete numbers.
Technical Skills
- •AutoCAD
- •SketchUp / 3ds Max
- •Lumion / V-Ray
- •Revit (if applicable)
- •Technical drawing
- •Material & supplier knowledge
Soft Skills
- •Creativity
- •Client communication
- •Time management
- •Attention to detail
Common Mistakes
- ✕Not adding a portfolio link — the biggest gap in interior design.
- ✕Leaving the project type and scale vague.
- ✕Providing an incomplete software list; skipping Revit/BIM knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a portfolio mandatory on an interior designer CV?
Yes — without visuals your application is much weaker. Prepare a Behance or personal site with at least 5–8 projects.
Should I register with BIID?
Registration with the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) is a strong plus and signals professional standing; if you are a member, include it.
What should recently-graduated interior designers do?
Add your final-year project, studio work and any voluntary/discounted projects to your portfolio; highlight your software skills and how fast you learn.
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