In 1985 obtained the
degree of Bachelor of Arts in Three Dimensional Design/Interior
Design at Brighton Polytechnic (UK). From 1986 until 1990 was
employed by Jon Bannenberg in London gaining experience in the
design of Mega Yachts. Towards the end of 1990 was invited to
finalise the exterior styling of a cruise liner at Avlis
shipyards in Greece.
From
1991 until July 1993 in cooperation with MIT accomplished the
exterior styling of the 40m. mega yacht "Carmen
Fontana" whilst in addition designed the interior and
exterior of its sistership "Carmen Serena".
During this period was also
involved in several other projects related to the Architecture
and interior design of shops, restaurants and villas.