My name is Melina Hadjiargyrou and I am an interior designer.
Design for me sparks thought and discussion, it is curiosity and speculation, it is research, narrative and experience.
Extroverted, sociable and inquisitive by nature. Sea-going, culture-addict, travel enthusiast - I won't ever say no to a good bowl of ramen.
Takis Angelides Furnihome, Nicosia, CY, Interior Designer and Interior Architect
Offset Interior Design Studio, Nicosia, CY, Interior Designer and Interior Architect
• Heavily involved in various projects (residential, commercial and hospitality) at once, including with high-profile clients from start to finish.
• Conducting project site survey and preparing AutoCAD floor plans and sections.
• Researching design inspiration, emerging trends and market competition.
• Interpreting, conceptualizing, translating and developing a client’s needs into design.
• Producing mood boards and presentations throughout research and design development.
• Preparing detailed technical drawings, designs, plans, sections, 3D visuals, schemes and other visual aids (using computer-aided design (CAD) softwares, 3ds Max, V-Ray, SketchUp, Revit, Lumion and Adobe design applications) to demonstrate designs to client.
• Researching, sourcing and collecting samples/catalogues of materials and products.
• Meetings with export managers/suppliers from overseas furniture and finish brands.
• Placing orders with suppliers and coordinating deliveries/installations for products/materials.
• Assisting with the preparation of budgets, timelines and product/material specifications.
• Working with designers, architects, contractors and other third parties of a project.
• Strengthened knowledge in spatial planning/zoning, technical knowledge, colour, lighting, materials/products selection, FF&E, custom furniture, interior finishes and installations.
Reform Designers, Limassol, CY, Interior Designer - Freelance
• Was heavily involved in a project for a high-profile client and in designing Reform’s office.
• Conducting project site survey and preparing AutoCAD floor plans and elevations.
• Researching design inspiration, emerging trends and market competition.
• Interpreting, conceptualizing, translating and developing a client’s needs into designs.
• Producing mood boards and presentations throughout research and design development.
• Preparing detailed technical drawings, designs, plans, sections, models, schemes and other visual aids (using computer-aided design (CAD) softwares, 3ds Max, V-Ray, SketchUp, Revit, Lumion and Adobe design applications) to demonstrate designs to client.
• Researching, sourcing and collecting samples/catalogues of materials and products.
• Placing orders with suppliers and coordinating deliveries/installations for products/materials.
• Assisting with the preparation of budgets, timelines and product/material specifications.
• Considering materials and costs according to budgets.
• Working with designers, architects, contractors and other third parties of a project.
• Strengthened knowledge of spatial planning/zoning, technical knowledge, colour, lighting, materials/products selection, FF&E, custom furniture, interior finishes and installations.
M.T. Metal Frame Houses Ltd, Nicosia, CY, Interior Designer
• Meetings with clients to discuss the design of their future property followed by presenting and altering design proposals with the aid of 2D drawings, samples and 3D visuals.
• Technical drawings of interiors using AutoCAD including custom furniture and drafting and detailing of interior finishes and bespoke items.
• 3D visuals of residences using Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, 3ds Max and V-Ray.
• Researching, sourcing and collecting samples/catalogues of materials and products.
• Organizing and updating materials/products database and physical library.
• Considering materials and costs according to budgets.
• Strengthened knowledge of spatial planning, colour, lighting, materials/products selection and custom furniture.
• Designing brochures using InDesign to advertise apartments to potential buyers.
• Writing the content of the website and formulating concepts for each residence.
• Liaising with the manager, architects, civil engineers, quantity surveyors, marketing director and other disciplines within the construction industry throughout the design process.
Jens Laugesen, London, GB, Fashion Design Intern
• Using Photoshop and Illustrator to create digital collages (hybrid reconstructions) of shoes, creating digital shoe prototypes for Jen’s second line collection, Generic Sens.
• Created collages using Photoshop and Illustrator for a collaboration pitch towards a renowned fashion designer.
• Created backpack prototypes for a pitch towards Fjällräven Kånken.
• Project research, including image research and mood board development to assist with brand audit strategy for a recognized sportsware brand.
• Assisting Jens Laugesen during fittings with high profile clients.
• Patternmaking assistance.
• Organising and maintaining Jens Laugesen’s archives.
London Runway Magazine, London, GB, Fashion Stylist and Graphic Designer
• Emailing brands and collecting wardrobe pieces to style models for editorial photoshoots.
• Attending and documenting various shows during London Fashion Week.
• Creating new design layouts and cover styles in Indesign.
• Preparing the magazine layout and print before each issue release.
• Editing and adding graphic elements to editorial photographs.
Foxall Studio, London, GB, Design Intern
• Created a short in-house lifestyle film using Premiere Pro for a chain of luxury hotels, to communicate their new brand identity, also conducting a voiceover for it.
• Lookbook design showcasing the work of graduates from the RCA Fashion MA course.
• We created a complete identity for jewellery designer, Castro Smith.
• Brand and market research – concepts, trends, competitors etc.
• Assisted with the design of Treasure Houses of England’s website.
• Liaised with outsourced professionals.
Harrods Interiors, London, GB, Interior Design Intern
• Shadowed Matthew Dalby, the creative director and a world-renowned designer who has collaborated with leading design luminaries: Philippe Starck, Marcel Wanders etc.
• Created sample boards to present proposals to clients.
• Selected furnishings, lighting and accessories for clients.
University for the Creative Arts, Canterbury, Canterbury GB, UAL level 3 Diploma in Art and Design-Foundation Studies