Tasnim Darbar Interiors (formerly Designs by Tasnim) was established in 2008, as a small start-up, offering design services to both residential and commercial clients. In the years that followed, the company branched out from design consultation to manufacturing furniture and site fit-outs. Today, with years of accumulated experience and with a well qualified design team and build partners, TDI offers its clients a whole range of services from design through to building and project management. Bespoke fitted and freestanding joinery and furniture designed for a space are often the key elements of a scheme. Through it’s leading furniture brand Elbe, TDI offers some of the finest curated range of products, carefully crafted by talented artisans and especially designed for each space, in order to elevate its aesthetics.
Tasnim Darbar Interiors (formerly Designs by Tasnim) was established in 2008, as a small start-up, offering design services to both residential and commercial clients. In the years that followed, the company branched out from design consultation to manufacturing furniture and site fit-outs. Today, with years of accumulated experience and with a well qualified design team and build partners, TDI offers its clients a whole range of services from design through to building and project management. Bespoke fitted and freestanding joinery and furniture designed for a space are often the key elements of a scheme. Through it’s leading furniture brand Elbe, TDI offers some of the finest curated range of products, carefully crafted by talented artisans and especially designed for each space, in order to elevate its aesthetics.
At Elbe we have some of the finest craftsmanship and offer high quality furniture of all styles, from classic to contemporary. Whether you want to make a statement or simply prefer understated elegance or even just wish to refurbish and update your existing pieces, we can customise it for you to suit your style and budget. With our uber talented artisans, we are proud of our excellent manufacturing practices and processes, genuine materials and a steadfast commitment to quality and attention to detail in achieving superb finishing. Dedicated to providing the best customer service, we aim to make the whole process smooth, pleasant and an enjoyable experience for all our customers.
With TDI’s premium design services, we can do entire projects on turnkey basis, from planning stage through to building and finally styling your spaces with accessories, thereby offering complete building solutions for both residential and commercial projects, including;
To create the most visually appealing bespoke spaces of beauty, functionality and comfort for both residential and commercial clients and ensuring that the entire process, from concept to completion, is executed in the most efficient
way.
The Design stages help clients understand the whole process and what to expect at every point in the project. This is how it works:
From Concept development we then move to Design development, after getting approval from the client on the chosen concept. This stage will include preparing detailed drawings of floor plans, layouts and elevations relevant to the interior design scheme. This stage will also include the MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) drawings and our team will also prepare a detailed list of FF & E required for the interior space. We will source and specify all relevant finishes, hard materials, furniture, lighting, window treatments, door designs and finishes, soft furnishings, accessories and any other items which may be required. The technical drawings made at this stage is also where we work through the “nuts and bolts” of the interior design. These drawings must reflect the budget and ensure that the work can be accurately priced by the chosen contractor.
Our detailed drawings are an important part of the information we produce for any interiors project. They explain how the chosen materials are used and how they are put together. We enjoy this part of the design process as much as any other part as it is where we really get to express how we want the fit-out to come together. As time has gone on we have evolved in how we design to make our interiors more adaptable, to make better use of material sizes and use sustainable alternatives where appropriate.
At this stage we will develop a procurement schedule, prioritising what is
required on site when, and ascertain the lead times of all products, so we can order everything in good time. This will start with the hard materials
required first for the build, running through to lighting , loose furniture, soft
furnishings, accessories etc.. We will visit the site at key points during the
build in order to ensure that the design scheme is being correctly implemented and our drawings are updated with final FF & E products and sizings. If client requires, we also offer full project management services.
This is the final stage of the interior design process which marks the end of your build and when all FF & E products as well as accessories arrives at site within a predetermined period of time. All these items need to be unpacked, checked, positioned and sometimes assembled. Items may include loose furniture, decorative lighting, art, accessories etc.. Our designers will keep a log of all delivered items, as well as any that need to be returned in case of damage.
The Design stages help clients understand the whole process and what to expect at every point in the project. This is how it works;
From Concept development we then move to Design development, after getting approval from the client on the chosen concept. This stage will include preparing detailed drawings of floor plans, layouts and elevations relevant to the interior design scheme. This stage will also include the MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) drawings and our team will also prepare a detailed list of FF & E required for the interior space. We will source and specify all relevant finishes, hard materials, furniture, lighting, window treatments, door designs and finishes, soft furnishings, accessories and any other items which may be required. The technical drawings made at this stage is also where we work through the “nuts and bolts” of the interior design. These drawings must reflect the budget and ensure that the work can be accurately priced by the chosen contractor.
Our detailed drawings are an important part of the information we produce for any interiors project. They explain how the chosen materials are used and how they are put together. We enjoy this part of the design process as much as any other part as it is where we really get to express how we want the fit-out to come together. As time has gone on we have evolved in how we design to make our interiors more adaptable, to make better use of material sizes and use sustainable alternatives where appropriate.
At this stage we will develop a procurement schedule, prioritising what is
required on site when, and ascertain the lead times of all products, so we can order everything in good time. This will start with the hard materials
required first for the build, running through to lighting , loose furniture, soft
furnishings, accessories etc.. We will visit the site at key points during the
build in order to ensure that the design scheme is being correctly implemented and our drawings are updated with final FF & E products and sizings. If client requires, we also offer full project management services.
This is the final stage of the interior design process which marks the end of your build and when all FF & E products as well as accessories arrives at site within a predetermined period of time. All these items need to be unpacked, checked, positioned and sometimes assembled. Items may include loose furniture, decorative lighting, art, accessories etc.. Our designers will keep a log of all delivered items, as well as any that need to be returned in case of damage.
Tasnim started her journey in design world in 2008, after completion of her course in Interior Decoration from KLC, School of Design in London, U.K.. She set up her company Designs by Tasnim and did many residential and commercial projects, before finally branching out into manufacturing furniture and site fit-outs. Eventually she then decided to rebrand her company to Tasnim Darbar Interiors (TDI), with the aim of offering design services to a wide range of clientele in both residential and commercial sectors, locally and internationally.
Tasnim gets her inspiration from her extensive travels, visiting different cities and seeing their art and architecture, their culture, their fashion and she also draws a lot of inspiration from nature, be it the breath-taking coastlines of the Mediterranean Sea or the other-worldly glacial caves and lagoons of the Arctic region. She also regularly attends many International trade fairs and exhibitions such as Focus and Decorex, including many networking events for architects and interior designers from all over the world. This enables her to keep up to date with the latest trends, products, materials and suppliers in the global industry, thereby offering her clients the most unique products and which translate into most innovative and stunning interiors.
An incredibly versatile talent, Ayaz has in a short time amassed remarkable experience in design, execution and production processes. Having worked several years with some of the leading names in the industry, he has developed expertise par excellence, producing top notch furniture designs with innovative use of materials. His keen eye for detail means that every design element is perfectly and properly executed on site, ensuring conformance to established requirements regarding quality, sizes and specs. Ayaz also oversees the production line activities with regards to quality, safety, employee-relations and productivity. He is the key person liaising with clients and vendors and also with the design, construction and production teams, to ensure smooth, effortless and impeccable delivery of our products and services. From the first brick to the last accessory, Ayaz oversees and manages the entire design and build operations for TDI.
Raheel, who is at the fore front of all our architectural projects, has an impressive portfolio comprising of both residential and commercial projects. From commercial high rises such as Ammar tower (B + G + 9), to residential towers (double basement + G + 10), to residential bungalows as well as facades of schools, banquet halls and master planning for societies, Raheel can handle all with aplomb. He can also prepare drawings for approvals and manage all regulatory affairs for clients, including MEP and structural drawings. Raheel is skilled in several softwares, such as AutoCAD, 3D Max, Photoshop, illustrator and MS Office. He is a visionary and a refined designer, with a pleasant and calm demenor, who takes time to understand his clients needs and requirements and helps to bring their visions to life by creating designs which fulfil both practical and expressive requirements and which thus serve both utilitarian and aesthetic ends.
Site Manager & Project Supervisor – Photography/Videography
Having worked in one of the top construction companies of Pakistan, Zain needs no introduction, as one of our key staff member and our main site supervisor, who makes sure that every project is going on smoothly and is on proper time schedule. He also coordinates all the design and production activities at our Elbe factory with our design team at TDI, as well as liaising with clients. He plays a crucial role in making sure that all our daily targets are properly met and also enables procurement of materials for the projects.
Zain also brings with him top notch photography and videography skills and is our in-house media manager, as well as managing all admin work, for both TDI and Elbe.
Lead Interior Designer & Visualizer
As our Lead Interior Designer, Syed Ain truly stands out as a passionate and energetic design enthusiast, who is also a joy to work with. He has a zest for life and it truly shines in his prolific design ideas and his ability to make any client feel comfortable and relaxed as he leads them through the design process. As a seasoned 3D visualizer, he specializes in bringing interior design concepts to life, with expertise in creating photorealistic renderings, which help clients clearly visualise their spaces. From modern homes to luxurious hotels, he has worked on a wide range of interior design projects, honing his skills in texture, lighting, and composition, in order to deliver stunning visuals that capture the essence of each space. He can craft captivating designs that blend functionality with aesthetics, bringing client’s vision to life.
Syed Ain transforms interior spaces into breathtaking works of art, precision-crafted to captivate and inspire and can communicate ideas with clarity and impact.
Mohsin truly understands and implements design work like a pro. Self taught and proficient in many softwares such as 3D Studio Max, sketch up and coohom, he is one of our leading team players. He understands clients needs and requirements and effortlessly translates them into most effective and aesthetically pleasing solutions. Mohsin’s key strengths include not just in designing, but also in project management and implementation of designs on site. With many years of experience, he is an expert in both residential and commercial interiors. He can create most visually pleasing spaces which are also functional and practical.
Head of Production
