Nia Farahi
Summary
I am a dynamic and diligent architect with over 5 years of experience committed to a fluid and seamless artistic vision, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and strong ingenuity. I am self-motivated to develop designs and eager to learn new programs for handling complex projects. My diverse experience working with different architecture firms, coupled with proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, has equipped me with practical capabilities in design documentation, development, and presentations. Working within dynamic and challenging environments has allowed me to build strong time management skills, enabling me to perform efficiently under pressure while prioritizing duties.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Graduate
Katz Architecture
11.2022 - Current
- Responsibilities: Design Stages: Conduct comprehensive site analysis
- Develop design options and present conceptual ideas
- Demonstrate understanding of Planning Requirements, Design Guidelines, and Building Code requirements
- Undertake due diligence processes
- Development Stages: Lead development of interior and building envelope packages
- Conduct regular design reviews
- Coordinate and review information provided by consultants
- Organize and chair Consultant Meetings
- Documentation and Admin: Coordinate and review consultant information
- Conduct technical reviews
- Prepare comprehensive tender packages.
- Resolved construction conflicts by working closely with contractors, engineers, and other consultants to find effective solutions that maintained design integrity.
Architectural Graduate
BSPN
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Education & MACS sector experience: St Thomas More Primary School Queen Victoria Market Food Hall
Architectural Designer/Revit Documenter
Freelance
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Sample of projects & Duties: Xavier College Alphington Primary School Master Plan
Architectural Graduate
JMA Architects
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Sample of projects & Duties: Monash Peninsula Building A - Level 3 Professional Football of Australia (PFA)
Architectural Graduate
Element Architect
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Sample of projects & Duties: Victoria Police New Warburton 16 Hour Police Station
Education
Master of Architecture -
Melbourne, VIC01.2014
Certificate Green Building & Smart Cities -
01.2011
Bachelor of Architecture -
01.2011
Associate’s Degree in Architecture -
01.2009
Skills
- Confident and effective communication with diverse stakeholders
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking
- Project Planning
Computer And Technical Skills
- MS Office
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Google Sketch UP
- 3D Studio Max
- ArchiCad
- Adobe Photoshop CS
- Physical model making
Art Exhibitions
- 2013: Group exhibition, Boom Gallery
- 2010: Damounfar Art Festival
- 2009: Display of art; School of Art
- 2005: Public Art Exhibition
- 2005: University Exhibition
Volunteer Experience
- 2017, Team member of open Melbourne House
- 2014, Connect volunteer for international support
- 2014, Support and leadership for commencing students
- 2013, Support and leadership for commencing students
- Meet and greet new students, helping them integrate into the university environment. Participate and assist in student-focused events during the Orientation week and throughout the year. Organize meetings and social events in the university for new students.
References
Professional references are available upon request.
Timeline
Architectural Graduate
Katz Architecture
11.2022 - Current
Architectural Graduate
BSPN
07.2021 - 11.2022
Architectural Designer/Revit Documenter
Freelance
07.2019 - 07.2021
Architectural Graduate
JMA Architects
10.2017 - 07.2019
Architectural Graduate
Element Architect
02.2016 - 10.2017
Master of Architecture -
Certificate Green Building & Smart Cities -
Bachelor of Architecture -
Associate’s Degree in Architecture -
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