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Miguel dos Santos

Miguel dos Santos

Porto, PT

 
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About 

As an accomplished Architectural and Interior Designer with 11 years of experience, I bring a wealth of expertise and a keen eye for detail to every project. My extensive portfolio showcases a diverse range of projects, from designing train stations and glamping resorts to residential homes, retail stores, restaurants, and industrial warehouses. This versatility demonstrates my ability to adapt to various styles and requirements. I am proficient in industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Premiere, and After Effects. This technical proficiency enables me to deliver innovative, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing solutions that meet client needs and exceed their expectations.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my exceptional design skills and my commitment to creating spaces that are both functional and beautiful. My design philosophy centers on a holistic approach, integrating form, function, and sustainability to create harmonious environments.

I am adept at a wide range of duties including drawing floor plans, 3D modeling, landscape design, furniture design, and developing electrical and plumbing plans. My expertise extends to home automation design, HVAC systems, fire detection and suppression, intrusion detection, access control, and public address (PA) layouts. My 3D rendering skills are exceptional, capable of producing vivid landscapes and fine material details with incredible realism, enhancing the visual appeal and accuracy of my designs.

Fluent in English and Portuguese, I excel in collaborating with diverse teams and clients, ensuring seamless communication and successful project outcomes. My dedication to continuous learning and professional development keeps me at the forefront of industry trends and technological advancements, enabling me to offer cutting-edge design solutions.

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Employment 

Tentickle Luxury Tents, Cape Town, ZA, Senior Architectural Technologist

Managing design teams, Creating new manufaturing and As-Built drawings; Plumbing, Electrical, Structural and infrastuctural plans. Tensile design and engineering. Site surveys and landscaping designs. Animation,Marketing, 3D Visualisations and Client communications.

Jan 2018 - Oct 2023
 

Engineered systems solutions, Pretoria, ZA, Architectural Draughtsman

New and As-Built drawings, Plumbing, Electrical, Security equipment drawings and schedules, Engineering line diagrams, Fire and evacuation drawings, Drawing registers, 3D Renders.

Aug 2013 - Dec 2017
 

Education 

Get smarter, Cape Town, ZA, Interior Design

Sketch up, Surfaces and finishes, Furniture specifications and Detailing, Colour, Textiles and Fabrics, Natural and Artificial lighting, Client Relations and Visual presentations.

Jan 2017 - Nov 2017
 

University of Cape Town, Cape Town, ZA, Web Design

Front end Web Development
HTML
CSS
Java Script

Feb 2016 - Nov 2016
 

Inscape Design College, Pretoria, ZA, Bachelors, Architectural Technology

Standard drawing conventions, AutoCad, Ecological Studies and Practice, Domestic Construction, Professional practice for the built enviroment, Framed structures, Project management, Model making, Design process and influences, Council Submissions

Feb 2011 - Nov 2013
 

Pretoria Boys High School, Pretoria, ZA, High School, High School

English
Afrikaans
Portuguese
Mathematics
Science
Geography
Art

Jan 2003 - Dec 2007
 

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