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Mary Angella Nakiyingi

Mary Angella Nakiyingi

Kampala, UG

 
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About 

I am a very hardworking, self-driven and phenomenal individual who is strongly passionate about designing buildings and products that encompass the idea of a dialogue with their users; designs that add meaning and value to people irrespective of class, and ability among others, and shape their experiences holistically.

Employment 

Lugazi Municipal Council, Buikwe District, Valuation Court Member

Leveraging my architectural background, I provide professional advice on building regulations and codes that must be adhered to during the construction and renovation of the properties so that informed decisions on the valuations are made and that property owners are not unfairly burdened with excessive tax liabilities or undervalued assessments. This has contributed to building a comprehensive database for property values within the local government which has been valuable for urban planning, infrastructure development and investment decisions.

Jul 2023 - current
 

Arch Design Limited, Kampala, UG, Junior Architect

• I am currently participating in an apprenticeship in partnership with the Uganda Society of Architects intended to provide training, which when completed, will satisfy the Architects Registration Board requirements for registration as an architect in Uganda;
• Performed complex architectural & design assignments and produced detailed drawings & specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects; and
• Inspected contractor and subcontractor works to verify construction met quality standards and complied with building codes among others.

Aug 2021 - current
 

Arch Forum Limited, Kampala, UG, Architectural Intern

The training exposed me to so many practising ethics in terms of various design strategies, approaches and other disciplines some of which were allowed for through site inspections, for example, the construction and completion of Lugazi Central Market in Lugazi Municipality in Buikwe District and the construction of the Performing Arts Centre for International School of Uganda at Lubowa, Wakiso District.

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
 

Pan Modern Consults Limited, Kampala, UG, Architectural Intern

Participated in the interior design of the Kabaka Mutesa I Catholic Memorial Museum where I:
• Consulted with clients to determine architectural preferences to meet overall design goals and presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals;
• Obtained user feedback and utilized design software to create plans and mockups of room layouts and generate unique and innovative samples;
• Specified and selected furniture, fixtures and lighting conditions to achieve desired effects; and
• Developed space planning concepts, colour palette selections, and textile presentations.

Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
 

Design BBKK Limited, Kampala, UG, Site Intern

Participated in the site construction works in Kisugu-Namuwongo where I:
• Collaborated with management to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets;
• Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress; and
• Delivered reports to the construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.

Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
 

Education 

Makerere University, Kampala, Kampala, UG, BArch, Bachelor of Architecture (Honors)

I graduated in 2021 with an Honors degree in Bachelor of Architecture at Makerere University, with my research focused on the design of youth-oriented public spaces, in line with the New Urban Agenda (NUA) which articulates youth-inclusive urbanization that aims to activate young people to contribute towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Aug 2015 - May 2021
 

Awards 

Uganda Government Scholarship – Government of Uganda, 1st Place

To undertake the Bachelor of Architecture course at Makerere University, Kampala upon obtaining top entry points at UACE (4AAA2).

2015
 

Areas of Specialization 

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