I successfully completed the B. Tech Interior Design Degree at Nelson

Mandela University, Port Elizabeth in 2013. I relocated to Cape Town in 2015.

I consider myself as a talentedenthusiastic interior designer. I am a

responsible, independent and mature person with great passion and

enthusiasm for all spheres of design. I believe in design with function, purpose

and meaning.

I am a self-motivated team player with a positive, communicative and

collaborative working approach, with the ability to work in partnership with

colleagues and other professional trades. I have the knowledge and ability to

provide guidance to less experienced team members, advising and supporting

where necessary. I am a enthusiastic learner and I am always ready to meet

new challenges with an open mind.

Rushka Puckreesamyinterior designer

Profile Education

Programs

B.Tech Interior Design (2013)Graduated from Nelson Mandela University, Port Elizabeth

N. Dip Interior Design (2012)Graduated from Nelson Mandela University, Port Elizabeth

High School (2007)Alexander Road High School, Port Elizabeth.Matriculated Exemption, pass with merit

Professional DevelopmentTEFL - Teaching English in a Foreign Language (2014)Global Language

Short Course completed (2012-2013)Marketing,Communication,Office Management,Contract Management,Completed at Nelson Mandela University

Registered MembershipsSouth African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)Professional Architectural DraughtspersonMembership Number - PAD44684388

The South African Institute of the Interior Design Profession (IID) Professional Senior Interior DesignerMembership Number - PUC01

• 2D AutoCAD and 3D AutoCAD• SketchUP and VRay- 3d rendering• Autdesk MAX • Adobe Illustrator• Adobe Indesign• Lumion - video walk throughs• CoralDRAW

I am open to learning new programs and expanding my knowledge

Roles and Responsibilities:• Take client brief,• Concept development in accordance with clients

brief and building constraints • Space planning as per client spatial requirements • 3D Development• Site survey - update ‘as built’ drawings• Look and Feel development and presentation • Branding development• Construction Pack - demolition, construction, eleva-

tions, wall and floor finishes, ceiling, co-ordination, door and window schedules, joinery and branding

• Brief professionals Mechanical, Electrical and Fire engineers

• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to cost design • Cost engineer according to clients budget • Liaise with contractors and suppliers confirming

manufacturing lead times for products and services. Quality control on all products

• Supplier and site liaison • Compiling Handover Documentation• Smooth execution of client move

April 2015 - Presentdhk Thinkspace

Cape TownInterior Designer

Category - Corporate to Commercial fit-outs.

I have been involved at all stages of projects from conceptual development through to

technical documentation and site administration. I work well under pressure

and am able to meet tight deadlines.

Roles and Responsibilities:• Technical drawings • Merchandise displays positions • Space Planning• 3D visualizations specific store concepts.

Work Experience

January 2013 - July 2014Fixtrade Construction

Port ElizabethJunior Interior Designer

Category - Residential and Commercial

I worked part-time as a Junior Interior Designer throughout my B.Tech year, and

then full-time after graduating.

January 2013 - July 2014The Shopfit Group

Port ElizabethJunior Interior Designer

Category - Retail

I completed an internship at The Shopfit Group during my third year of study.

Roles and Responsibilities:• Construction Pack - demolition, construction, eleva-

tions, wall and floor finishes, ceiling, co-ordination, door and window schedules, joinery and branding

• Look and Feel development • Google Sketch UP• Space Planning• Site Inspection

Design Portfolio, Technical Portfolio and References available on request Email : roosh.puckreesamy@gmail.com Mobile: 076 9022 976

Snippets from Design Portfolio

China Construction BankCategory: Commercial Office

CiscoCategory: Contact and Training centre

BuildersCategory: Contact and Training centre

Design Portfolio, Technical Portfolio and References available on request Email : roosh.puckreesamy@gmail.com Mobile: 076 9022 976