Kerrie Gray has accumulated close to two decades of design experience, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including food & beverage (F&B), boutique hotels, and residential properties. Her career spans both the UK and Dubai, where she has delivered design solutions that are conceptually innovative and detail-driven. She excels in building strong client relationships, where her personable nature helps establish trust and rapport, allowing her to understand her clients' needs deeply and translate them into bespoke design solutions.
Kerrie's work in the UK earned her two prestigious awards at the Bar & Restaurant Awards in 2011 and 2013, recognising her design for a high-end bar and pub in Outer and Central London. In Dubai, she has worked on several notable projects, including the Kata Restaurant at The Dubai Mall, as well as luxury villa designs. Kerrie is particularly passionate about presenting concepts and enjoys working on-site to troubleshoot and solve design challenges.
At XBD Collective, she values the collaboration with her colleagues, relying on their support and input to refine and enhance her designs. Her ability to balance creative vision with technical execution ensures that every project she works on is both aesthetically captivating and functionally sound.
- 2:1 BA (Hons) in Interior Design, University of Lincoln, UK (2006)
- Kata Restaurant, The Dubai Mall, Dubai, UAE
Best Use of Art in a F&B Project, Highly Commended, CID Hospitality 2023
- Confidential Villa on The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
- Two Confidential Villa Projects in Dubai Hills, Dubai, UAE
- Baroosh Bar, Marlow, London, UK*
- The Plough in Clapham, London, UK*
Awards:
- Winner of Bar & Restaurant Awards (2011 and 2013)
Kerrie balances her professional life with her role as a wife and mother of two girls (aged eleven and nine). Despite the demands of both her work and family life, she strives to give her best in all areas.
Kerrie is known for her team-oriented approach, always open to collaboration and discussion to achieve the best design outcomes for her clients. Her personal philosophy of balancing life and work is a testament to her commitment and dedication to succeeding in all her roles.