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Making your space feel deeply personal  is at the heart of my business

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MY CAREER PATH

I studied Architecture & Urban Planning at the Technical University of Eindhoven, where I discovered my passion for how people truly live in and experience spaces. My career in the Netherlands took me from housing development projects to designing kitchens, bathrooms, and interiors, before launching my own business in Amsterdam. Now based in the Cotswolds, I bring this blend of architectural insight and interior styling to create timeless, functional homes. I work closely with private clients and collaborate with businesses on beautiful, bespoke interiors.

ZI Living UK

ZI Living | Cotswold UK | Jan 2025 - Current

ZI Living NL

ZI Living | Amsterdam NL | May 2020 - Dec 2024

Neighbourhood Manager

De Alliantie | Amsterdam | Oct 2021 - March 2024

Re-established my interior design practice in the UK after relocating from Amsterdam to the Cotswolds.Worked on my first UK project: a bespoke luxury kitchen design in Burford, and excited to build further projects and collaborations with kitchen, bathroom, and interior businesses.

Founded an interior design studio focused on timeless, functional homes tailored to clients’ lifestyles. Worked one-to-one on residential redesigns across kitchens, bathrooms, and full interiors, translating real needs into clear design solutions.

Accountable for the social and technical management of a designated housing area in Amsterdam. Led renovation programmes, resident engagement, and coordination between tenants, contractors, and the municipality.

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Skills

  • Open and Approachable

  • Creative Problem-Solver

  • Team Player

  • Strong Communicator

  • Proactive

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Tools

  • SketchUp

  • AutoCAD

  • Adobe InDesign

  • ProCreate

  • BlueBeam Revu

  • ViSoft

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Hobby

  • Yoga

  • Gardening

  • Swimming

  • Rowing

Design Coordinator

THUIS | Utrecht | Oct 2018 - Apr 2021

Relocation Liaison Officer

Ymere | Amsterdam | Jan 2016 – Sept 2017

Delivered bespoke architectural layout changes and specialist bathroom designs for new-build housing developments. Designed the interior layouts and spatial concepts for a 7,500 m² residential showroom.

Managed a large-scale tenant relocation project, acting as the main liaison between residents and housing teams. Handled relocation schedules, home visits, information events, and allocation of 134 newly built homes.

Renovation Liaison Officer

Ymere | Amsterdam | Oct 2017 – Sept 2018

Supported 280+ households through major renovation projects as the main liaison between tenants and contractors. Coordinated temporary relocations, vulnerable tenant support, and on-site programme changes.

Lettings Property Manager

Ymere | Amsterdam | Oct 2014 – Dec 2015

Conducted property inspections and coordinated refurbishments to prepare homes for re-letting. Managed contractor works including kitchens, bathrooms, and safety upgrades.

Housing Talent Programme Trainee

Ymere | Amsterdam | Oct 2012 – Sept 2014

Selected for a competitive housing development programme with placements across multiple housing associations. Supported tenant administration, inspections, resident communications, and front-line housing operations.

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