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Zinnia Abbas Bookwala is an accomplished interior designer with over 14 years of experience in design consulting, FF&E, and workplace strategy. She is a registered member of ARIDO and has worked on a diverse portfolio of projects across Canada, the Middle East, and India. Currently serving as a Workplace Consultant at Avison Young in Toronto, Zinnia specializes in workplace intelligence, hybrid scenario modeling, and strategic interior design solutions.

Beyond her professional expertise, Zinnia is a passionate advocate for immigrant professionals in the interior design industry. She volunteers with ARIDO’s Communications Committee and TRIEC’s PINs Advisory Committee, helping internationally trained designers navigate their careers in Canada.

Topics Covered: Interior Design Designations, Alternative Paths

In this webinar, Zinnia will share valuable insights on ARIDO membership, the benefits of licensure, and alternative career paths in interior design. Drawing from her own journey as an internationally trained designer, she will provide practical guidance to help newcomers build a successful career in Canada’s design industry.


Who should attend?

Architects, Interior designers, looking to get licensed or work in the field of interior design.


Join us online May 2nd, 5:00 6:00 pm sharp.