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Maahela Hamid

Maahela Hamid

Union, NJ, US

 
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About 

I am a full-time M.S (Architecture, Urban design) Student, and have 3 years of field experience. Worked on various projects of different scopes that include Institutional, Commercial, Corporate and Residential. From the process of developing conceptual plans to delivering the final proposal on a limited time slot, it's all a process. I enjoy working in teams as it helps meet deadlines and is a great way to learn new techniques.
During my study, I did a few internships to understand field work and practical implementation of theoretical knowledge. I'm experienced in using Architectural softwares like (Sketchup, Revit, AutoCad, Lumion), Adobe creative suite.
On the side as a hobby I like photography and experimenting with Digital graphics.

Employment 

NEONTIK, Remote Architect , Architectural Designer

● Research and design exhibits for museums.
● Architecturally translate the ideas or sketches provided by artists or the client to make them practical.
● Review design requirements and determine best design options for the exhibits. (Interior)
● Design and visualize different kinds of museum displays.
● Participate in team meetings to coordinate design options and ideas to promote team work.
● Adjust created designs on request of management or clients.
● Draft layouts and do interior planning.
● Discuss the best possible options for materials to be used and methods of production.

Jan 2023 - Aug 2023
 

DESIGNS, Lahore, PK, Associate Architect | Architectural Designer

● Work around set budget to create building plans that meet requirements of clients.
● Ensure that all layouts and blueprints are compliant with industry codes and legal standards.
● Review design requirements and determine best design options for building project. (Interior and Exterior)
● Prepare proposals and presentations convincing clients to offer them contracts for building design. (Interior and Exterior)
● Participate in team meetings to coordinate design options and ideas to promote team work.
● Supervise the activities of junior designers and Interns to ensure learning diversity.
● Adhere to company policies, regulations and standards when working with clients.
● Maintain contact with clients and supervisors during building construction to help resolve possible design problems.
● Modify created designs on request of management or clients. (Interior and Exterior)
● Attend conferences/workshops to stay up-to-date with architectural trends and development.

Oct 2021 - Oct 2022
 

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD & FORMAN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, Lahore, PK, Digital Illustrator | English Story Composition

● Collaborated with FC College and History Department at University of Sheffield in UK for Global Challenges Research Fund grant "Advancing Female Literacy and Empowerment in Pakistan and India through Life Writing."
● Digitally illustrated and compiled books according to written story, and provided creative content development of book as per specific age-group of children.
● Compiled six story books 3 months span using Photoshop.

Jun 2020 - Sep 2020
 

TAMEERAT DESIGN STUDIO, Lahore, PK, Digital Illustrator |Architectural Illustrations

● Illustrated various Past and ongoing Projects of the Firm on Photoshop
● Created content to be posted on Social Media pages.

Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
 

Metropolitan Studio of Architecture (MSA), Lahore, PK, Intern| Architectural Designer

● Participated in competition Project that the firm was working on.
● Studied building codes and standards.
● Developed 3D conceptual designs.
● Prepared design mock-ups and color boards.

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
 

Education 

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), Manhattan, NY, MS.AUD

Masters of Science (Architecture and Urban Design)

Aug 2024 - current
 

The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State), State College, PA, US, MArch, M.Arch

Masters of Architectural Design - (Incomplete)

Aug 2023 - May 2024
 

The University of Lahore, Lahore, PK, BArch, Architecture and Design

Bachelor of Architectural Design - Second Position (Hons) – University of Lahore, Lahore (2016 - 2021)
Thesis: Institute of Culinary Arts for COTHM – Self Sustainable

Aug 2016 - May 2021
 

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