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Arpita Kothari

Srinagar

Summary

Experienced design professional with over 10 years of expertise in architecture, interior design, and project management. Proven track record in leading residential, retail, and commercial projects from concept to completion, while driving business growth through design excellence and strategic execution.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Architect

KNA Design Studio
03.2020 - 01.2025
  • Led design and execution of 25+ residential and commercial interior projects across Bangalore, Chennai, Warangal, and Delhi, managing a total project value of ₹20 Cr+, with successful delivery across diverse budgets and timelines.
  • Directed end-to-end project delivery - including client acquisition, conceptual design, detailed drawings, and site execution - ensuring alignment with client vision, quality standards, and budget targets.
  • Produced comprehensive construction drawing sets, 3D views, and specification documents, facilitating accurate on-site execution and reducing design revisions during implementation.
  • Managed a multidisciplinary team of contractors, vendors, and consultants, ensuring consistency in quality and timely coordination across multiple live sites.
  • Integrated sustainable and cost-effective practices by refurbishing existing site elements, optimizing material usage, and streamlining vendor coordination to improve project efficiency.
  • Built and maintained long-term client relationships by delivering tailored design solutions informed by emerging trends, market awareness, and personalized engagement.

Architect and Interior Designer

Education Design Architects
11.2018 - 03.2020
  • Worked on a detailed architectural facade design project in Mumbai, contributing to elevation studies and technical refinement.
  • Developed a comprehensive design standards handbook for a Montessori school, including material specifications, fixtures, accessibility, and spatial guidelines.
  • Used Revit extensively to model detailed architectural and interior drawings, producing technical packages suitable for construction and client approvals.
  • Led conceptual design and spatial planning for a large-scale library interior, including mood boards, 3D renders, and detailed BOQs to support execution.
  • Contributed to both architectural and interior packages across design development and documentation phases.

Architect

Nataraj & Venkat Architects
10.2014 - 11.2016
  • Contributed to the adaptive reuse of a factory building into the head office for Lucas TVS Group in central Chennai, retaining its art deco heritage through custom-designed mouldings and enhanced landscape integration.
  • Worked on a beach house and a bungalow in the city, handling architecture, interiors, and landscape design with a focus on highlighting the client’s art collection; involved in detailed drawings, material selection, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
  • Prepared hand-drawn illustrations and presentation visuals for client meetings, aiding design communication and approvals.
  • Part of the design and execution team for Felycity Riverine – Senior Living Homes, contributing to master planning, architectural layouts, and interior design, while also supporting site-level execution and construction review.
  • Delivered comprehensive detailed drawings and material specs, while coordinating with clients, vendors, and contractors to maintain project quality and design intent.

Intern

ArchitectureRED
04.2013 - 04.2014
  • Contributed to a Smart City initiative for Chennai, focused on pedestrian-friendly streets and urban public space design; prepared detailed illustrative drawings and participated in stakeholder meetings at the Chennai Corporation.
  • Supported the design and on-ground execution of 4 urban roads, integrating infrastructure upgrades with citizen-focused design strategies.
  • Built physical models and developed detailed working drawings for ongoing architecture projects, supporting concept development through to technical refinement.
  • Gained hands-on exposure to urban-scale design thinking, civic coordination, and real-time project execution within a multidisciplinary environment.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

Manipal Institute of Technology
Manipal, India
01-2014

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • SketchUp
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Architecture
  • Interior Design
  • Technical Drawings
  • Space Planning
  • Vendor Management
  • People Management
  • Co-ordination
  • Budget Management

Languages

English
Hindi
Tamil

Software

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Photoshop

Timeline

Principal Architect

KNA Design Studio
03.2020 - 01.2025

Architect and Interior Designer

Education Design Architects
11.2018 - 03.2020

Architect

Nataraj & Venkat Architects
10.2014 - 11.2016

Intern

ArchitectureRED
04.2013 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

Manipal Institute of Technology

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