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Halima Essary

Halima Essary

Atlanta, GA, US

 
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About 

Design professional with more than four years of experience seeking full-time position with proven skills in innovative design, architectural concepts, and technical understanding of design and construction. Her interests revolve around understanding how innovative design, digital fabrication, and placemaking can positively influence human experience through the built environment. She has also taught Design Studios at the University of Texas at Arlington. 

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Employment 

The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, US, Adjunct Assistant Professor

Courses included Basic Design and Drawing I and Basic Design and Drawing II
• Facilitated student comprehension and application of fundamental to intermediate architectural ordering devices, design theory, & graphics.
• Taught Interior design and Architecture principles and techniques in forms of design exercises.
• Successfully created specialized design briefs and charrettes for creative solutions to issues of space, ecology, occupancy, structure, & experiences.
• Participated in upper-level critiques and advised on advance computational workflows.

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
 

O'Brien Architects, Dallas, Project Coordinator

Involved in projects such as Cowboys residential tower, ranging from medium to large scale: Multi-family, Commercial offices, and Interiors in phases SD, DD, CD, and CA.
• Prepared designs according to building codes and standards, ADA codes, client designs, and intent. Worked with all team members to model and execute vision utilizing Revit and Sketch-Up. Prepared bidding/pricing drawing sets including material allowances.
• Prepared contract working drawings and schedules for interiors & architecture utilizing Revit and AutoCAD. Coordinated models with consultants on both platforms. Prepared drawings for all stages of projects including bidding, permitting, and construction.
• Participated in site visits and performed site surveys. Provided space planning to ensure proper fit for all FF&E requirements. Coordinated with all consultants involved in both building system configurations, interiors and FF&E.
• Maintained projects within budgets offering alternative materials for tenant improvements and office projects. Developed multiple design schemes for client reviews using interior design and architectural principles. Successfully analyzed client needs for space planning, and FF&E procurement Created material boards to meet client standards and needs.
• Provided innovative design solutions to work with building systems. Participated in all internal reviews to meet all company and construction standards including city codes and ordinances. Reviewed and prepared submittals, shop drawings, and RFI’s.
• Collaborated with designers, consultants to coordinate drawings establishing relationships with material representatives to broaden knowledge of current trends.
• Individually completed Interior drawing sets with minimal oversight.
• Completed all required NCARB AXP Hours.

Jul 2017 - Sep 2019
 

Education 

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

Awarded Dean’s Scholarship in 2016
Travel Programs studying Urbanism - Los Angeles, CA

Graduate Research Assistant - August 2015 - May 2017
Oversaw digital fabrication lab, organize orientations and introduce students to the proper use of equipment, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and large format CNC router. Aid students in digital fabrication and prototyping techniques. Maintain and troubleshoot machinery.

Jan 2015 - May 2017
 

The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, US, BArch, Architecture

IFES Scholarship awarded in 2013
Study Abroad Program with an emphasis on Urban Design- Italy and Switzerland

Jan 2010 - Dec 2014
 

Skills