Karunya Saminathan Subashni
Singapore
Summary
ARTIST STATEMENT
Interdisciplinary art and design practitioner exploring the relationship between care, restriction, and cultural identity. My practice moves between spatial design and material experimentation, often using unconventional or recycled materials to evoke emotional responses and challenge social norms.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Assistant
Iora
Singapore, Singapore
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed adaptability, organisation, and communication in fast-paced environment.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
Head of Communication
Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore, Singapore
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Led communication and collaboration across creative teams.
- Managed social media platforms, increasing engagement through targeted content creation.
- Developed compelling content for company website and social media channels, driving user engagement and conversions.
- Trained junior team members in best practices for public relations and corporate communications, increasing overall department effectiveness.
Interior Designer
Summer Interiors
Singapore, Singapore
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with clients to establish design preferences and project goals.
- Developed detailed design concepts using SketchUp software.
- Researched materials, furnishings, and decor to enhance project quality and aesthetic appeal.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors to ensure timely project execution and delivery.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
Education
Bendemeer Secondary School
Singapore01-2021
High School Diploma -
Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
NAFA UAS
Singapore08-2028
Skills
- Technical: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, 3ds Max
- Core: Concept Development, Spatial Storytelling, Collaboration
- Languages: English & Tamil
Accomplishments
- Designed and documented the interiors for Holland Condo in 2024.
- Designed and documented the interiors for 513 Hougang in 2025.
- Designed and documented the interiors for 178C Hougang BTO in 2025.
- Trained and mentored several interns newly introduced to the design industry(Work).
- Lead a group of students, as the Head of Communications, organizing trainings, leading service-based events and meetings (Leadership)
Timeline
Interior Designer
Summer Interiors
05.2024 - 03.2025
Head of Communication
Temasek Polytechnic
04.2022 - 03.2023
Retail Assistant
Iora
12.2020 - 01.2021
Bendemeer Secondary School
High School Diploma -
Temasek Polytechnic
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
NAFA UAS
Achievements
CCA Merit Award (Arts), CCA Merit Award (Leadership), Service Excellence Award (Group)