Sanika Kulkarni
Architect | Interior Designer
A designer with a passion for uncovering the project's ethos to create user-centric designs. I believe in "first we feel, then we design, then we appreciate," ensuring that each design is empathetic, holistic, and innovative. Dedicated to creativity, hard work, and continuous learning, I strive to make every project resonate with its audience.
Education
Architect
Alkove-Design, Pune, India. Mar 22 - Aug 23
Pitched and conceptualized innovative spatial designs, layouts, and 3D visuals for prospective clients
Managed project components including bills of quantities, contractor proposals, and design iterations for vendors and sub-contractors
Oversaw pre- and post-execution phases of bespoke residential and commercial interior projects
Coordinated virtual and in-person meetings, market surveys, and material analyses to align designs with client preferences.
Interior Design Peer Tutor
Savannah College of Art and Design
Se p 2 4 - Present
Mentored and guided interior design students through all stages of coursework, addressing design and software-related queries
Conducted weekly open studio sessions, providing support on interior design concepts, software tools, and project development.
G raduate Teaching Assistant - Intro to Interior Design
Savannah College of Art and Design
Se p 2 4 - Nov 2 4
Prepared presentations on adjacencies, programming, and universal design to support course instruction
Assisted and mentored undergraduate students throughout the course, providing guidance on assignments and concepts
S upported Professor icardo avarro in coursework preparation and classroom activities.
Designer
C B S S p orts x SCAD p ro Fall 202 4
S CADpro was hired to look at creating a new workplace concept for the historic broadcasting brand. S tudent participation included Interior Design, T hemed Entertainment, Dramatic W riting, Illustration, S ervice Design, UX Design, Animation, and Graphic Design
Coordinated and collaborated on developing original interior design concepts and visualizations
Prepared comprehensive interior design packages for all project deliverables
S erved as a featured presenter in client presentations.
Architectural Intern
Reza Kabul Architects, Pune, India. June 20 - Nov 20
Drafted and submitted construction drawings for commercial, hospitality, and residential projects to ensure smooth site and contractor coordination
Developed detailed construction drawings for commercial interior systems and MEP sets
Prepared and secured approvals for interior drawings covering residential toilets, lobbies, and landscaping.
Savannah College of Art and Design
MFA Interior Design
2023 - 2025
Grade - 4.0
B hanuben Nanavati College of Architecture
B achelor of Architecture
20 16 - 202 1
Other
U nited Nations Acade m ic I mp act
U niversit y of Novi Sad, Serbia Nov 20
Participated in a 2-day hands-on workshop in ovi S ad on Digital Architecture, creating a prototype for an emergency fl oating shelter.
L earnt and applied the principles of material management, installation and assembly, and the application of design for shelter.
Nairobi, Ken y a
Designed interactive spaces to support underprivileged Maasai students, funded by B rookhouse S chool
Feb 17
Proposed a sustainable, low-cost cafeteria and tourist center using shipping containers to generate revenue and employment.
Arts Intern
Museu m of G oa for Conte mp orar y Art
Feb 17
edesigned the Museum of Goa Merchandise store for improved layout and functionality, hosted art workshops on Goan art and history, and served as a docent, engaging visitors with various art forms.