At Sofabulous, I specialized in the customization of furniture, interiors and soft furnishings (Wallpaper, rugs, decor, curtains). I guide clients through initial discussions, design, and fabric selection to final delivery.
I have worked on design projects from expansive hotels, offices to bespoke residential furniture pieces. My diverse experience ensures tailored, high-quality solutions for every space.
The process encompasses everything from to precise quotes and negotiations with suppliers ensuring each piece not only meets the client’s aesthetic and functional needs.Detailed planning, including drawings, factory visits, and continuous coordination with suppliers and clients to maintain high standards throughout the production process.
Here is a highlight of some of the works done at sofabulous
This project was done for Arcadis, Dubai. The Interiors of the Management office for the Dubai Hills Estate mall was to be designed. It included planning of color schemes and furniture selection. The design focus was to follow the modern work ethic.
The requirements for the design of office workstations are diverse and contradictory: they must facilitate communication and teamwork as well as enable
In response to this, a new range for open-plan offices was developed. It comprises tables, storage and communication components. The furniture selection was done based on brands like sedus and milliken
The areas to be designed were the reception, conference roms, workstations, training rooms , pantry area, open and closed offices .
F11-Temptation Tables
F15-Quarterback swivel chair with headrest
F16-Cantilever visitor chair
F17-Crossline partner chair on castors
F12- Workstation - 2 desk configuration with white tabletop and chrom frame
F13- Workstation - 4 desk configuration
F14- Meet Dining Table for four Pax Textures
F07- Mastermind Round Conference Table
F09-Conference Crededenza
F08- Mastermind Conference Table F10-Storage Units
This project was a done for Bombay Contracting Company, Dubai, a renovation of a villa in Jumeriah. My responsibilties included renovation of six washrooms and majlis and master bedroom design.
This included planning the layout to producing 3D renders and working drawings. It also involved material selections, specifications, mood boards
Most material selection for common areas and washrooms, It required visting the site and co-ordinating with foremen and taking site measurements
It also involved meeting with suppliers to negotiate according to client’s tastes and budget restrictions. It also involved detail drawings.
Collaborating with Silk and Stitches, we reimagined a finance house’s interior, aligning with their concept mood board. Our focus: optimal furniture selection and budget allocation.
Translating abstract ideas into tangible design, our curated furniture complemented the mood board’s essence, infusing each space with a cohesive aesthetic.
We divided areas, proposing a budget that embraced luxury for executive zones
Our selections blended prestigious European and Turkish brands. The areas to be designed were the reception, conference rooms, workstations, training rooms , pantry area, open and closed offices .
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Partnering with Silk and Stitches, we curated furniture for 7 distinct villas, each with a unique theme. We melded client mood boards with our brand selections, ensuring a seamless blend of style and functionality.
From concept to execution, our furniture choices enriched the villas’ themes, creating cohesive and captivating living spaces.
We introduced an initial conceptual mood board, drawing from our curated brand selection, adding a touch of innovation to the design process.
Through synergy, 7 thematic villas came to life, each a testament to the fusion of client vision and curated expertise, showcasing unique elegance in every corne
The 3D renders were done as part of freelance and during my time in art of arch. I worked on residential, office and landscape design using their products.
Intial mood Boards were given and the design was done in accordance to clients taste , budget and timline.
It also included furniture design . with customized fabircs and upholestry
Initial conceptual layout is done in CAD to work on the space planning based on functionality and aesthetics
Rooftop Deck Landscaping was to be done for a large Dubai Hills villa. A conceptual planning and renders were done. The area of the project was approximately 500 sqm.
A feature wall was designed as point of focus as it is the first view upon entry. The feature wall with a raised water feature was proposed.
Semi Open and Open seating areas were provided and a decked dining area with a buffet counter was also provided.
The planning of the space was done in such a way that the activaties were designated to one side and a viewing gallery on the other.
The project was done by Arcadis in collaboration with Callisonrtkl. My role in this project was developing the detailed drawings from the 3D design scheme. It includes doing plans, sections, elevations and furniture detailing.
I also worked on the Mashrabiya pattern design as a part of the elevations. Ablution being a prerequisite activity to pray , is located right beside the prayer room which was another area to be detailed too.
Furniture detailing includes the bookshelves , the niche wall, metal mesh mashrabiya screen and shoe shelved area.
Local, biodegradable and repurposed materials were all taken into consideration. The goal was to keep the invasion to a minimum so the existing structure was maintained. For upholstery, local fabrics such as camel leather were used. Aluminum and steel utilized for structural stability. The materials above also help maintain the industrial feel. To blend in some earthy tones as part of biophilia, other materials employed include cardboard paper tubes, cork and more
This project emphasizes on a sustainable approach at designing a pop-up retail stores that focuses on multifunctional modular units. It focuses multifunctionality, flexibility, and the use of eco-friendly materials. I have chosen Alserkal Avenue as my site for the project because it corresponds with sustainability objectives.
The design solutions use modular furniture and flexibility to transform retail stores into art galleries and workshop spaces while reducing interior invasion using zoning, mind maps, functions, design concepts, 3D renders.
The objective was to create a concept retail store that featured unique and limited clothing and target environmentally conscious customers who wanted to buy sustainable apparel in a green setting.
To complement the industrial mood, create a style with salvaged or repurposed furniture and accessories.My strategy was to prioritize quality over quantity. To keep the display to a bare minimum while improving the space’s experiential quality by incorporating social spaces, a café bar, and workspaces/ seating for social interaction.
This is a multifunctional feature wall. It is a wall storage space saving solution. It consists of shelves, green features(terrarium), mirrors and stoage shelves that hold the stools. This feature wall helps to blend some earthly tones to the industrial feel of the warehouse. It is a freestanding wall with foliage wallpaper.
These stools are placed on the feature as a space optimizing solution. Two stools are placed back to back in sync optimizing space .When the stools are removed it , it acts as a shelf. It is placed on upcycled metal barrel, which is light weight and sturdy and helps reduce the overall load.
This is a foldable structure that may be used as a retail changing room and can also be used as a show closet or storage. This storage is ideal for storing equipment like painting easels in workshop spaces, and it can also serve as a partition wall in an art gallery setting. Another space-saving option that works nicely with the three options.
Key emphasis was for wall display that works well to hang clothing and paintings. The challenge was to incorporate a function for workshop. Pegboard is a very versatile design element and works well for all three settings. Using wooden pegs to create shelves and displays that could be moved around very flexibly.
The material used is FSC certified wood peg board panels with a standard size of 600mmx1200mm fixed to the wall
The essential functions were seating and display. A rotating louver system with a wooden hinge was created. It might also be used to display apparel and more.
It had a sturdy, substantial base that also served as storage for stools.A hydraulic hinge was explored to retrieve the table inside when needed.
This was a master’s-level academic project, a wellness center is located in St.Mortiz, Switzerland. The well-being of those with eating disorders is the focus of this project. It entails creating a positive impact by displaying engaging, sustainable, and healthy living choices through multisensory environments.
An unhealthy eating pattern that adversely impacts a person’s physical and mental health is what is known as an eating disorder. It primarily focuses on anorexic and bulimic females above the age of 18.
The wellness centre was created by first researching and comprehending the viewpoint of the user through empathy mapping, user journey, and attempting to concentrate on sensory healing through architecture.
A customized wellness program is used to construct a user journey. It is meant to be enjoyable, soothing, and holistic. it allows you to spend your days on the mat, hiking, cooking, gardening, or simply in self-reflection
The user initially enters the lobby, which serves as more of a gateway to the other buildings. It offers beautiful views of the mountains and lake.
The User then comes to dining area to enjoy a freshly prepared meal . The dining area is a glasshouse with amazing views and vistas
All the buildings are connected by pathways which are enclosed but yet give the feeling of openness through the glass
Once the user checks , they go to their cabins to get settled. The cabins are in the woods, secluded from the other buildings for privacy and with a beautiful lake view
The user explores the art gallery which exploits the beauty of the lake as can an inspiration. It also displays murals and art by previous users
The Spa is another area where the user gets the opportunity to relax and unwind admist the panaromic mountains
The user initially enters the lobby, which serves as more of a gateway to the other buildings. It offers beautiful views of the mountains and lake. Through the use of earthy tones and a tranquil fountain, the goal was to create a relaxing atmosphere.
The seating is staggered, and a double-height ceiling is created to enhance the feeling of openness.
The private cabins are among the woods secluded from rest of the site. It faces the lake . It has double height living room and a jacuzzi in the porch to unwind.
The bedroom has beautiful views of the mountain that can be seen through the floor to floor length windows and cozy fireplace.
A restaurant with balanced nutritious meals and seating space with a view of the lake and mountains.
A space with the opportunity to learn how to cook food with culinary experts and dietitians working together to provide nutrition education seminars and culinary demonstrations.
Dubai is quickly emerging as a fashion capital in the region due to support from domestic and international fashion enterprises as well as the government.
The project is about developing a fashion hub that has a mix of fashion, business, entertainment, culture and leisure with a unique and powerful identity that ought to be internationally recognized.
To develop a space that is synonymous to fashion, a statement of time. Success-
fully be able to provide a permanent high end hub for Dubai fashion and to integrate its various aspects.
An interactive platform with permanent and temporary spaces that can host all types of fashion events and activities. Large pedestrian friendly outdoor spaces that can provide a sense of continuity or flow. Encouraging the public realm concept to strengthen the community.
Dubai Design District has a very central urban connectivity capability. The location has a very strong international connection being directly connected to Dubai International airport and Dubai World Central Airport by an expressway as well as possible metro links.The site acts as the median between the city urban life of Dubai and nature.
The site chosen within D3 is the central hub. It has amazing views of the creek and it als acts as a point of focus. It has can be accessed by primary and secondary roads.
This is the building which consists of fit out office spaces, restaurants and party lounges It also has pop up store spaces which can be se up from 3 days to 3 months. There is also a business incubation centre which would promote a give a chance to the young talents who are in need of workspaces.
It has a centrally open courtyard which can e usd as semi Informal workspaces.The balconies is also a form of Informal workspace. There is a podium space which an open ara with restaurant seating. There is basement parking and also at-grade visiors parking.
The Retail Hub consists of flagship stores, desinger boutiques, pop-up stores and restaurants.This comes under the public zone
It also has ramp spaces, backstage area, media rooms, party lounges on one side which is the semi-private zone.
The retail hub has a flowing and porous metal facade and curtain wall to provide maximum views and act as an attraction point for customers
The Exhibition Area is an indoor Area for fashion related events. It is adjacent to the open public area whcih can also be used as an extension to the indoor exhibition space.
It is a double hight space to provide a feeling of openness. The central area is the main focus and can be used as a flexible space. On one side of the exhibition space , we have the administration area which is a private zone
