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Nima Malek

Nima Malek

Dallas, TX, US

 

About 

Employment 

WHR Architects Inc., Dallas, Intern Architect

Assisting with programming and planning, development of design documentation, schematic design and construction document production under the supervision of licensed architects and senior medical planners while preparing for "The Architect Registration Examination (ARE)".

- Performing work on all phases of various architectural projects including design development, preparation of presentation drawings and specifications, design review, coordination and correlation of construction drawings.

- Preparing schematics, design development and construction documents. Developing, modifying and reviewing production drawings and editing project narratives and specifications.

May 2014 - current
 

Ferguson Studio Inc., Fort Worth, TX, US, Associate | Intern Architect

Worked under the supervision of a licensed architect and participated in all design phases from project inception to completion.

- Oversaw timely production of detailed working and final drawing sets.

- Created record drawings and design‐drafting documents.

- Accurately executed site and existing condition analysis.

Jan 2013 - May 2014
 

Eade & Ejra Consulting Engineers, Tehran, IR, Model Maker (2006) | Project Designer (2007-2010)

Initially hired as a model maker but quickly promoted. Developed preliminary designs for commercial, residential, educational, and religious buildings ranging from 1,000 to 150,000 sq. ft. Led and supported design, project development, and execution for company's satellite office.

May 2006 - Sep 2010
 

Ajor Kar Construction Firm, Tehran, IR, Assistant Project Coordinator

Collaborated with project architects and structural engineers for multi‐story mixed use projects by performing the following functions: transforming complicated sketches into working drawings, overseeing setup of drawings, and preparing construction documents.

Nov 2005 - May 2006
 

Khazar Consulting Engineers, Rasht, IR, Production Artist, Architectural Drafter & 3D Modeler

Held full responsibility for developing design presentations with large‐scale physical models, freehand sketching, 2D/3D drawings, and architectural photography. Prepared presentation document packages of multiple large custom homes, using a variety of graphic techniques and media to allow owners to visualize the space.

Aug 2003 - Oct 2005
 

Education 

The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, US, MArch, Master of Architecture

Aug 2012 - Aug 2014
 

Islamic Azad University of Qazvin, Qazvin, IR, Bachelors, Architectural Engineering

Sep 2005 - Sep 2009
 

Awards 

QIAU’s Architectural Design Competition, Honorable Mention

Designed a museum for Persian art in Europe.

2015
 

Finalist | Photographer’s Forum Magazine, Award

Finalist; 34th Annual College & High School Photography Contest.

2014
 

WHR Trash Forward Competition, 1st Place

Most architectural use of recycled/reclaimed materials for a physical mock up.

2014
 

Sammons Center for the Arts Design Competition, 1st Place

Designed an outdoor amenity for Sammons Center for the Arts' patrons.

2013
 

Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Honorable Mention

Designed an entrance gate for Zanjan University of Medical Sciences.

2010
 

Mirza Elementary School Design Competition, Award

Designed a façade for an existing school.

2010
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills