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Alpana Saxena

Alpana Saxena

Bengaluru

Summary

Accomplished and visionary Design Leader with over a decade of expertise in corporate workplace, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use developments across India, the Middle East, and international markets. Proven track record of concept-to-completion project leadership for high-profile clients, blending creativity with strategic execution to deliver functional, brand-aligned, and aesthetically distinguished spaces. Recognized for building and mentoring multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong client relationships, and driving innovative, sustainable, and value-engineered design solutions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Manager

Gensler
Bengaluru
08.2024 - Current
  • Spearhead the design and delivery of large-scale workplace projects for global corporations, ensuring creative excellence, operational efficiency, and brand alignment.
  • Lead multidisciplinary design teams through concept, schematic, design development, and execution phases.
  • Serve as the primary client interface, translating business objectives into innovative workplace solutions.
  • Integrate sustainable design principles and optimize project resources through value engineering.

Senior Associate – Corporate Workplace

DSP Design Associates Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
05.2020 - 07.2024
  • Directed and delivered high-impact corporate interior projects, including Morgan Stanley, Mumbai – 1.0 Million Sft and Microsoft, Hyderabad – 0.37 Million Sft.
  • Managed end-to-end design delivery, ensuring adherence to client requirements, timelines, and budgets.
  • Coordinated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless execution.
  • Strengthened client trust through proactive communication and design excellence.

Senior Design Associate

RSP Design Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Led landmark projects such as Infosys, Noida – 4.8 Million Sft; Cisco Offices, Hyderabad; and Reliance Industries Twin Tower, Mumbai – 2 Million Sft.
  • Developed design concepts, prepared detailed drawings, and supervised on-site works.
  • Delivered designs for premium office spaces, amenities, and mixed-use developments.

Senior Interior Designer

Landmark Group
Dubai
03.2015 - 12.2016
  • Designed and delivered multiple Oasis Mall projects in Oman and KSA, ranging from 0.014 to 0.04 Million Sft.
  • Collaborated with retail brand teams to align design solutions with brand identity and market positioning.
  • Managed procurement and vendor coordination for timely project delivery.

Skills

  • Workplace Strategy
  • Corporate Interior Design
  • Project Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Design Development
  • Documentation
  • Construction Management
  • Materials Management
  • Value Engineering
  • Cost Optimization
  • Sustainable Design
  • Functional Design Solutions
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Contractor Coordination
  • Client Engagement
  • Presentation Skills

Languages

  • English, Full Professional Proficiency
  • Hindi, Full Professional Proficiency

Selected Clients And Projects

Microsoft, Cisco, Infosys, Morgan Stanley, Citibank USA, Sberbank, World Bank, Reliance Industries, Embassy Group, K. Raheja Group, GAR Group, Landmark Group, Oasis Malls

Timeline

Design Manager

Gensler
08.2024 - Current

Senior Associate – Corporate Workplace

DSP Design Associates Pvt. Ltd.
05.2020 - 07.2024

Senior Design Associate

RSP Design Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
01.2018 - 03.2020

Senior Interior Designer

Landmark Group
03.2015 - 12.2016
Alpana Saxena