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Idrees Kanchwala

Idrees Kanchwala

London, GB

 
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About 

Passionate towards design, I enjoy traveling and gaining experience of different cultures. Being realistic in my approach, I am optimistic towards social issues surrounding us.I posses a curious personality that allows me to be searching for things to learn and gain new experiences. I enjoy sports of all kind and have a competitive yet friendly personality. 

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Employment 

DLR Group, Dubai, AE, Designer

• Preconcept and concept level design, 3D modeling and presentations for retail, mixed-use and masterplanning projects
• Assisting Master planing team in generating Architectural Guidelines for a large scale urban development
• Leading a team of junior/mid-level designers to create client presentations and workshops
• Developing Vertical Transportation Strategy for Mixed-use towers
• Generating professional renders and animation
• Coordinating with subconsultants at concept stage
• Creating architectural understanding for “Request for Proposal (RFP)” for project bids

May 2022 - Oct 2024
 

Chalabi Architekten & Partner, Abu Dhabi, AE, Architectural Designer

• Pre concept to tender level design, 3D models, drawings and presentations on retail projects
• Presenting projects in client meetings, coordinating with consultants and contractors, along with authority approvals

Jun 2021 - May 2022
 

Studio Fuksas, Rome, IT, Internship Research Lab (Remote)

• Generating Future living design research for living and working environment
• Concept focusing on responsive architecture. Details on on https://fuksas.com/idrees-kanchwala/

Apr 2021 - Jul 2021
 

Capital Engineering consultants, Sharjah, Freelance, Architectural Assistant

• Assisting lead architect in preparation of drawing packages for client and authority approval
• Creating details drawing packages and participating in BIM coordination meeting with MEP and structural teams

Jun 2020 - Jul 2021
 

Studio V Architects, London, Architectural Assistant, Part Time

• Assisting lead architect to produce revit models for planning submission

Mar 2020 - Apr 2020
 

Driven Interior Design, Dubai, Manager - Interior Design

• Organize and create structure for a newly established interior design practice
• Participate in client briefings and supervising all stages of the design process from initial moodboards to final handover
• Lead site supervision and ensure high quality of workmanship
• Lead procurement process and coordinate with suppliers /contractors to ensure timely delivery and completion of projects

Nov 2019 - Jan 2020
 

Binghatti Developers, Dubai, Project Architect

• Leading residential, industrial and Interior design/Fit-out projects at all stages
• Preparing submission package for Authority Approvals including drawings, 3D modeling and renderings
• Coordinating with structural, mechanical and electrical teams ensuring proper implementation in architectural layout
• Site supervision, documenting progress reports and coordinating with procurement and contractor on timely completion of interior and FF&E projects

Jun 2010 - Jul 2019
 

Education 

London South Bank University, London, GB, Masters, Science in Architecture

Jan 2020 - Mar 2021
 

American University of Sharjah, Sharjah, AE, BArch, Architecture

Sep 2010 - Jun 2015
 

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